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Eastern Michigan University: UM Art professor Emil Weddige donates print to EMU in memory of Gary Shepperdson, his assistant who was killed in Vietnam, March 1979 Photographer: Eck Stanger

Eastern Michigan University: UM Art professor Emil Weddige donates print to EMU in memory of Gary Shepperdson, his assistant who was killed in Vietnam, March 1979 image
Year:
1969
Published In:
Ann Arbor News, March 16, 1969
Caption:
Special Art For EMU Emil Weddige (right), professor of art at the U-M, and Kingsley M. Calkins (center), head of the Art Department at Eastern Michigan University, hold "Circus B&B," for Mrs. Margaret Shepperdson, who presented the work to the EMU art gallery in honor of her son, Gary Shepperdson, killed in Vietnam last Sept. 30.

Ted Heusel Receives His Eastern Michigan Varsity Letter, May 1988 Photographer: Nat Ehrlich

Ted Heusel Receives His Eastern Michigan Varsity Letter, May 1988 image
Year:
1988
Published In:
Ann Arbor News, May 4, 1988
Caption:
Heusel gets his letter: WAAM radio personality Ted Heusel gets his basketball letter from Eastern Athletic Director Gene Smith in a surprise presentation. No, Heusel hasn't suddenly gone out for college sports! He earned the letter way back in 1945, when Eastern was called Michigan Normal College. But he never got his letter, apparently in part because Elton Rynearson, who coached all the school's teams at the time, left in mid season (the team finished with a 0-11 record). Also it seemed letters weren't always given out back then because of the war. Well, better late than never, said a happy Heusel.
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AADL Talks To: Art Fare

In this episode David Friedo, Mary Bleyaert, Paul Wiener, Mary Dolan, and Barbara Torretti talk about the 1970s magazine Art Fare. The group discusses David's initial inspiration for the magazine, which was first published in 1973, how it came about, and its reception from the public. Each recount their roles in the production of the magazine, and reflect on the changes in the Ann Arbor art community and beyond.

Art Fare April 1975 Cover
Art Fare, April 1975
Art Fare December 1975 Cover
Art Fare, December 1975

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AADL Talks To: Geoff Larcom, Former Sports Editor and Columnist for the Ann Arbor News, and Media Relations Director for Eastern Michigan University

Geoff Larcom
Geoff Larcom

Geoff Larcom was born and raised in Ann Arbor. He followed in his parents’ footsteps to pursue a career in journalism, working for his high school yearbook, then the Michigan Daily while a student at the University of Michigan. He then spent 25 years working for The Ann Arbor News, initially as a copy editor, then, after three years in sports at The Detroit News, he served for 12 years as Ann Arbor News sports editor.  He spent his last 10 years with the News as a metro reporter and columnist. After the News closed in 2009, he became  Executive Director of Media Relations at Eastern Michigan University. Geoff talks with us about his career; his memories of The Ann Arbor News during many changes within the industry; and about the life and career of his father, Guy C. Larcom, who holds the distinction of serving as Ann Arbor’s first City Administrator, and his mother, Taffy Larcom, who was a professor of journalism at EMU. 

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AADL Talks To: Deb Polich, President and CEO of Creative Washtenaw

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Deb Polich

Deb Polich has been involved in Ann Arbor and regional arts development and management for decades. She was the director of the pioneering and award-winning ArtTrain Inc. and is currently president and CEO of Creative Washtenaw where she’s been involved from its inception as Arts Alliance. She’s also served on the board of several arts and culture institutions and nonprofits. Deb talks with us about some career highlights, from memorable exhibitions with ArtTrain to initiatives such as Winterfest, PowerArt!, and creative:impact, her radio program at EMU. She also discusses changes in the local arts and culture landscape and the importance of funding for public art.

Staying in the game

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8
Month
August
Year
1995
Copyright
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AADL Talks To: Ingrid Sheldon, 59th Mayor of Ann Arbor, 1993-2000

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Ingrid Sheldon, 1993

 

In this episode, AADL talks to Ingrid Sheldon. Ingrid was Ann Arbor's mayor from 1993-2000. She was Ann Arbor's last Republican mayor and is remembered as a politician who did not stick strictly to party lines. Ingrid has also been a long time active member of the Ann Arbor volunteer and philanthropy communities who transitioned to politics after her involvement in the Ann Arbor Jaycees. She tells us about growing up in Ann Arbor township and attending its one room school, her appreciation for meeting and working with a diversity of people throughout the community, and her notable accomplishments.

 

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AADL Talks To: Lou Belcher, 55th Mayor of Ann Arbor (1978-1985)

Ann Arbor Mayor Louis D. Belcher, December 1980
Ann Arbor Mayor Louis D. Belcher, December 1980

In this episode, AADL talks to Louis Belcher, mayor of Ann Arbor from 1978-1985. In addition to his four terms as mayor, Lou was also a city councilman and successful businessman. He recounts memorable stories from his time in office, including the unusual 1977 mayoral contest with former mayor Albert Wheeler; the time he took the RFD Boys to Germany for a sister city celebration; and the infamous Ann Arbor pigeon cull.