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Performances dedicated to international culture at ‘U’
“There was a lot of unwanted touching.” — LSA sophomore “We are reviewing all aspects of the situation, but to be clear there are no allegations of sexual misconduct.”
illUMINATIONS showcase combined series of dance routines, cultural food
— Lauck Walton, executive director of the Zeta Psi International Headquarters
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Sexual assault allegations surface with Zeta Psi over alleged blacklist Claims reported in the wake of recent suspension of all IFC social activities MATT HARMON Daily Staff Reporter
When attempting to attend a Halloween party at the Zeta Psi fraternity house earlier this year, LSA sophomore Isis Burgdorf and another LSA sophomore, who has requested to remain anonymous,
were reportedly stopped at the door. According to Burgdorf, the Zeta Psi brothers manning the entrance had to check with another brother inside to see if the two would be allowed to enter. Though both students were eventually allowed in, Burgdorf’s friend said they were held at the door because Burgdorf was blacklisted for intervening in
CAMPUS LIFE
Community reflects on impact of DMUM Families share stories after lives have been impacted by group’s fundraising JULIA YOUNG For the Daily
Dance Marathon at the University of Michigan, a student-run organization that supports children with disabilities by raising funds and awareness for pediatric rehabilitation and therapy programs at C.S. Mott and Beaumont Children’s hospitals, hosted its first ever Family Circles night Saturday evening, which brought over 50 students, three DMUM families and several therapists together to share stories about dealing with disability as a part of everyday life and to build relationships between dancers, families and therapists. Alicia DeMartini, an LSA senior and family relations chair for DMUM, explained the event used to be worked into the 24-hour VictorThon hosted in March each year, but families and students alike expressed an interest in expanding Family Circles by giving it its own night. “It was one of my favorite events at VictorThon. I really See DANCE, Page 3A
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a potential sexual assault at the fraternity just days before. On Oct. 27, four days before the situation at the door of Zeta Psi, Burgdorf and her friend attended a party at Phi Sigma Kappa. According to Burgdorf, her friend had too much to drink before going out and arrived at Phi Sig already intoxicated.
University alum Jonathan Pal, a Phi Sigma Kappa brother, was also with Burgdorf and the LSA sophomore that night. Pal said the friend was not served any drinks by Phi Sig upon arrival. Later that night, Pal and Burgdorf decided to send the intoxicated friend home in an Uber. See FRATERNITY, Page 3A
Daily Staff Reporter
Aiming to shed light on food and culture, Central Student Government hosted illUMiNATIONS: A World Showcase Friday, which consisted of a fair and a performance showcasing multiple cultural performance groups. illUMiNATIONS, a part of the Bicentennial celebration, welcomed all students and provided admission and food at no cost to welcome all. The event focused on student performances in the Mendelssohn Theater. CSG organized for various groups to perform, including Ballroom Dance, who
Ross graduate students gather to share military experiences at VETx
Event hosted by Armed Forces Association to reflect on their service, build community AMARA SHAIKH Daily Staff Reporter
Taking on a theme similar to that of TED talks was this weekend’s third annual VETx event, a program where several Ross veterans spoke about their experiences after having served in either the U.S. or other nations’ armed forces. Over a hundred veterans and family members gathered in the Ross Colloquium for the event, which was hosted by the Armed Forces Association at Ross. As a part of the 2017 Veteran’s Week on campus, VETx aimed to offer veterans a platform to share their experiences with their peers and give the University community an opportunity to learn from their stories. This year’s celebration also had the unique distinction of honoring the largest class of veterans at Ross in the University’s history. Molly Hope, a graduate student and the president of the AFA at Ross, said the organization aims to support veterans to succeed in business and socially. Hope considers VETx an extension of the social aspect of AFA, which began three years ago to increase awareness of student veterans’ experiences within the larger Ross community. “It started from MBAs who wanted to share their unique stories with their classmates
and they thought this would be the perfect setting,” Hope said. “It kind of evolved around wondering how we as veterans share our stories because we have a lot of lessons that we want to tell people about and that we think would help people in their careers.” Hope also commented on how students at the University of Michigan may not normally hear stories like the ones presented at VETx, and noted
the importance of having a program that give veterans a chance to share their stories. “Most students, at least in our program, may not find these stories that are so intense and so full of emotion, and experiences that they can’t even fathom in some regardthey might not feel like these stories are accessible in any other forum,” Hope said. “Having a safe space where it’s understood that you’re going
to engage with these stories, and it provides a space for the speakers to share their stories.” The event began with an introduction from Business School Dean Scott DeRue and then launched into talks given by three Business graduate students: Andrew Davis, Pratyush Singh and Philip Matousek. Each speech included a personal anecdote from each of the veteran’s times See VETERANS, Page 3A
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performed a Latin routine, Revolution, who did a Chinese Yoyo performance, Alpha Phi Alpha, who performed a step routine, Leim, who did an Irish Dance and more. LSA senior Julianna Davidek said her International Studies background drew her to this event and discussed her interest with the diverse range of groups and performances. “Food is one part of culture, but performance is another part, bringing them together as a bigger picture on culture as a subject.” Davidek said. CSG chose to host the event to cultivate unity, diversity and inclusion by showcasing the nations and cultures represented by the students at the University of Michigan. See CSG, Page 2A
GOVERNMENT
Weekly MI state house legislative wrap-up The Michigan Senate considered a bill allowing guns in schools, churches COLIN BERESFORD Daily Staff Reporter
Each week, The Michigan Daily will be publishing a wrap-up of the most important bills proposed in Michigan Legislature over the past seven days: SB 584-586: Last week, the state Senate Government Operations Committee approved three bills that will allow for the carrying of concealed weapons in gunfree areas, including schools, churches, bars and dorms. The bill was passed along party lines in the committee, with all Republicans voting in favor of the bill and all Democrats against. State Sen. Arlan Meekhof, R-West Olive, put forth SB 584, saying that following the shooting in Sutherland Springs, Texas, believing action must be taken to prevent similar events. “Some have said it’s insensitive to bring up these issues now, but I feel quite the opposite,” Meekhof told the Senate Government See WRAP-UP, Page 2A
Students perform at Sarani, the Indian American Student Association show at Hill Auditorium Friday.
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