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<\/a>This month, Lawrence J. Burns, UT vice president for external affairs, reports from the 2013 Marathon Classic, presented by Owens Corning and Owens-Illinois Inc. The LPGA tournament, founded in 1984, has become a signature event in the region and has raised more than $7.7 million for more than 100 local children\u2019s charities.<\/P><\/p>\nIn this month\u2019s episode:<\/p>\n
\u2022 News\/Talk 760 WJR radio personality Paul W. Smith chats with Burns about The University of Toledo\u2019s successes in recruiting students from Michigan and establishing the UT brand in the Motor City. Hear the interview here<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u2022 Judd Silverman, president of the 2013 Marathon Classic, provides details of the golf tournament and how it has evolved over time.<\/p>\n \u2022 UT Women\u2019s Golf Coach Nicole Hollingsworth and UT student-athlete Kate Hoops discuss Rocket golf and collegiate athletics.<\/p>\n \u2022 And Dan Smith, senior vice president for human resources and information technology for Owens Corning, shares why it\u2019s important for the company to sponsor this community event.<\/p>\n The University and Detroit\u2019s WJR Radio produce the monthly, hourlong program that explores the critical role higher education plays in our world.<\/p>\n