Memorandum to Friends of SASO II (South African Solidarity Organization) with copies of two letters dated October 10 and June 28 that indicate that the Western Michigan University (WMU) Foundation appears to have begun a practice of not investing in corporations doing business with the Republic of South Africa. This action comes after a series of inquiries and encouragements to the Foundation asking them to comply with the state law requiring this action that was introduced by Representative Perry Bullard. The memorandum says copies were sent to David Wiley, Center for African Studies, MSU (Michigan State University); Frank Beeman, Physical Education, MSU; MichDivest Coalition, Representative...
Memorandum to Friends of SASO II (South African Solidarity Organization) with copies of two letters dated October 10 and June 28 that indicate that the Western Michigan University (WMU) Foundation appears to have begun a practice of not investing in corporations doing business with the Republic of South Africa. This action comes after a series of inquiries and encouragements to the Foundation asking them to comply with the state law requiring this action that was introduced by Representative Perry Bullard. The memorandum says copies were sent to David Wiley, Center for African Studies, MSU (Michigan State University); Frank Beeman, Physical Education, MSU; MichDivest Coalition, Representative Perry Bullard's Office; and Joshua Nessen, American Committee on Africa. The memorandum includes a copy of a letter to Donald T. Van Hoeven from Russell Gabier, Executive Secretary, WMU Foundation. The memorandum includes a copy of a letter to Robert B. Wetnight, Treasurer, WMU, from Michael C. Carey, Stein Roe and Farnham.