Archive for September 20th, 2019

UM News Silver – September 20, 2019

September 20, 2019

On UM News this week, you’ll learn about a naval research study that took place on campus, how an event gave students tips on self-care, and how student-housing developments could be a cause for empty dorm rooms on campus. UM News was produced by Tessa Nadeau and directed by Tina Brennan.

UM News Maroon – September 20, 2019

September 20, 2019

On this edition of UM News, you’ll learn how UM’s electric buses will help save money in the long run, while also improving air quality. We’ll also tell you about the economic impact that the asbestos issue had on ASUM Childcare. This week’s show was produced by Tessa Nadeau and directed by Tina Brennan.

Naval Office Training Program at UM

September 20, 2019

A naval research study that is taking place at UM looks into the progress volunteers make in physical conditioning.

The Office of Naval Research is planning on using the results to develop a personal training app.

Exercise Science Researcher Brent Ruby oversees the student and community member volunteers.

“I think we have about 35, 40 people in this particular project. It’s a very simple calisthenic based program so basically, are they getting better? At what rate?,” Ruby said.

The program is 4 months long.

ASUM Transportation Electric Buses

September 20, 2019

ASUM Transportation is benefiting the local air quality and helping UM save money. This is Due to ASUM’s electronic buses. Electric buses admit no carbon emissions and divert enough diesel fuel to fill the entire Grizzly pool. These buses cost 720 thousand dollars but will pay for themselves in about 11 years due to the amount of fuel saved.

Dorm Room Decline

September 20, 2019

Competition from new student housing complexes could be the cost that stay empty.

Roam Student Living’s leasing manager said numbers increased Roam by about 20 percent this year. She also said these complexes offer things the dorms don’t.

UM Student Peyton Croaker agreed.

“I loved the amenities that Roam had in comparison to the dorms, having a washer and drying and having a bathroom in my unit was huge for me with like privacy and personal things,” Croaker said.

Dorm rates at UM cost from two to three thousand dollars per semester. This compared closely with Roam’s Monthly rates that start at about five hundred and fifty dollars for a four bedroom per person.

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