by Jeff Lowe | Oct 23, 2018 | Student Voices
I’m very excited about the future of vehicle technologies; we are on the brink of fully electric-powered vehicles. We have had hybrid electric buses on campus for a few years, and all-electric vehicle technologies are constantly in the news. But, if you’re like me,...
by Jeff Lowe | Feb 20, 2018 | Student Voices
The days are short and the weather is cold and snowy. Don't fret though, because you live in Michigan, where there's enjoyment to be had in all seasons. Winter is one of my personal favorites because there are so many activities that you can only do when the...
by Jeff Lowe | Aug 25, 2017 | Student Voices
Two years ago, when I first started writing for the Rackham blog, I wrote a post about beach towns on Lake Michigan. That summer, I got engaged on a Lake Michigan beach. And, last month, I got married on that beach. For the wedding, we rented Camp Blodgett in the...
by Jeff Lowe | Feb 15, 2017 | Student Voices
Prelude: In light of recent events, I want to let all readers know that regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual identity, etc., in my opinion, you belong here at Michigan. I believe our diversity makes us stronger, and I think that I speak for most of my...
by Jeff Lowe | Nov 19, 2016 | Student Voices
Have you ever thought to yourself, do I belong here? Am I good enough to be a graduate student? What will happen when everyone realizes I'm not as smart as they think I am? Everyone else really seems to know what they're doing; how come I don't?...
by Jeff Lowe | Apr 4, 2016 | Student Voices
Places to visit. Winter is over! I know, it's a bold statement in Michigan, but I'm going to make it. As much as I love winter (and I don't mean that sarcastically), there's nothing better than a Michigan spring. The grass is greener, the flowers...
by Jeff Lowe | Feb 12, 2016 | Student Voices
A few weeks after arriving in Ann Arbor for graduate school, nearly four years ago, the strangest thing happened to me. I was walking to the public library downtown to return a mystery novel, book in hand, when I was approached by a kid. He and his friend had been...
by Jeff Lowe | Oct 30, 2015 | Student Voices
Fall has arrived in Michigan! It came in quickly this year, like a November gale blowing off the coast of one of the Great Lakes. Since fall is one of the shortest seasons in Michigan, the time to go out and enjoy the season is now! Very soon the leaves will be gone...
by Jeff Lowe | Jul 24, 2015 | Student Voices
A map of places to visit on Michigan's west coast. Graduate students, do you ever find yourself wondering what there is to do in this town or in the entire state of Michigan? Although a rare occurrence, some of you may find yourself with a little bit of free time...
by Jeff Lowe | Jul 2, 2015 | Student Voices
Hello blog readers! I’m Jeff Lowe, one of the newest student bloggers. I’m eager to provide some new and exciting posts to this already vibrant blog. Before I do so, I would like to introduce myself. I am what my friends refer to as a “Michigan Man,” but not in the...
