In addition, the University provides a Statistical Computation service with powerful hardware and a wide range of software. The Department uses both Macintosh and Sun UNIX workstation labs for many of its courses. In addition, the Department has a network of Sun UNIX workstations available for student studies and use. It is generally agreed that Ann Arbor is a delightful place to live. The University Musical Society offers several series of concerts featuring major orchestras, chamber groups, and soloists.
Local talent abounds in both music and theater.
Four student film societies provide alternatives to the many commercial movie theaters. Sports fans have the opportunity to watch a full spectrum of high-quality Big Ten action or use the facilities of one of the finest recreational sports programs of any university. Detroit's Metro Airport is midway between Ann Arbor and Detroit. In addition to the University there is a growing number of research-oriented, high technology companies in the area. Most faculty and other employees as well as students live in Ann Arbor itself.