President Russell reports progress on FY97 appropriations request -- Governor signs legislation to transfer Rehab Center -- Consultants recommend social work programs -- UM Health benefit plans examined -- Russell discusses UM competition with businesses -- UM to sponsor state-wide Pew Higher Ed Roundtables -- Leuthold wins 1996 Jefferson Award -- Freeman named Outstanding Teacher -- UMR's Day honored for Research and Creativity -- UMSL's Carroll wins Curators' Book Award -- Institute for Instructional Development announces grants for technology use -- Curators push timetable for UMC athletic facilities improvements -- South African Exchange Program Invites Proposals -- Correction.