McCune said the fear that tension surrounding the lawsuits might shut down discussion of diversity issues in the classroom made this theme very important to the University community. We set up a situation to continue talking. McCune said she hopes students will use the semester to gain knowledge from all sides of these issues. This is a chance for everyone to explore the way they feel and why they feel that way. Although plans for next semester include 60 classes with a diversity theme, many co-curricular events that still remain unplanned.
Students can have a direct part in designing the semester.
Behling said the course the semester takes depends on the activities students suggest. We are actively seeking student input, ideas and assistance. Michigan Student Assembly President Trent Thompson said he has been pleased with the success of theme semesters in the past and hopes MSA will be involved in the upcoming semester. Those who are interested in sharing ideas or planning can attend the Events Committee meeting today at 4 p.m. on the fourth floor terrace in East Hall or tomorrow's mass meeting at 5 p.m. at the Kuenzel Room in the Union.