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DTSTAMP:20261102T061523
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261013T010000
SUMMARY:Sporting Event:Men's Basketball vs Marquette
DESCRIPTION:Men's Basketball vs Marquette
UID:153603-21916091@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/153603
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Athletics,Athletics - Men's Basketball
LOCATION:Crisler Arena
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261028T124742
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T210000
SUMMARY:Well-being:Transfer Student Wellness Study Nights
DESCRIPTION:Transfer students\, join us in the Transfer Student Center (LSA 1180) for cozy wellness study nights on Wednesdays in October. Bring a blanket & friends for a better lock-in session. Free coffee\, tea\, & hot chocolate!\n\nNo registration required. Just come on by anytime between 7-9 PM.
UID:153098-21917425@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/153098
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:transfer,Transfer Student Center,Transfer Students
LOCATION:LSA Building - 1180
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261014T121734
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T210000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Vanessa L. Bond: Carrigan Lecture in Music Education
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Music Education presents a guest lecture by Vanessa L. Bond\, Ph.D.\, with support from the Carrigan Lecture Series in Music Education.\n\nABSTRACT\n\n\"Mistakes are welcome here.” “Failure is not fatal.” “Every failure is a step to success.” Platitudes about the importance of failure abound. And yet\, failure is rarely tolerated in our educational and artistic systems. In this discussion\, I will interweave empirical research\, philosophical perspectives\, and personal insights to argue that pedagogical and artistic innovation require space and structures that nurture failure. I will offer concrete possibilities for reimagining specific curricular\, assessment\, and mentoring practices in music education. Ultimately\, if we design intentional opportunities to fail\, we open up greater opportunities to grow. \n\nABOUT THE GUEST SPEAKER\n\nDr. VANESSA L. BOND\, Professor and Coordinator of Graduate Music Education at Rowan University\, researches intersections of music education and the Reggio Emilia approach\, culturally responsive music education\, mentoring\, and academic motherhood. Her recent scholarship appears in the *Journal of Research in Music Education* and the *Bulletin of the Council for Research in Music Education*. She is also the author of the forthcoming research-to-practice book\, *Inspiring Musical Play in General Music Through Loose Parts*.
UID:153690-21916186@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/153690
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Lecture,North Campus,Research,Scholarship,Talk
LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Watkins Lecture Hall
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260616T121534
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260529T010000
SUMMARY:Sporting Event:Volleyball vs Ohio State
DESCRIPTION:Volleyball vs Ohio State
UID:148472-21904345@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148472
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Athletics,Athletics - Volleyball
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261102T061523
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261012T010000
SUMMARY:Sporting Event:Volleyball vs Ohio State
DESCRIPTION:Volleyball vs Ohio State
UID:153546-21915990@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/153546
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Athletics,Athletics - Volleyball
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261012T121737
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T210000
SUMMARY:Performance:BFA Dance Concerts
DESCRIPTION:Senior Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Dance majors present a joint concert of their choreography at the conclusion of their studies in the dance program. Choreography by Landrie Adams\, Chloe Steel\, Vivian Clay\, Bridghaite Lemrow-Collazo-Rosario\, Gabrielle Kiminyo\, Aaliyah Brown\, & Jaclyn Dierkes.\n\n*Please Note: Registration opens to the general public on November 2 at Noon.*\n\nReservation Policy\n\nAll guests must check in no later than 15 minutes before the performance. After this time\, any unclaimed reservations may be released to the standby list.\n\nAll members of a reservation must be present at check-in. If any members of the party are not present by the 15-minute check-in deadline\, the remaining tickets may be released to the standby list.\n\nPlease plan to arrive early\, as parking can be limited when multiple events are taking place across SMTD.
UID:148681-21904597@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148681
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Concert,Dance,Free,North Campus
LOCATION:Dance Building - Dance Performance Studio Theatre
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261102T092116
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T213000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:FYRST Workshops 2026 - 2027
DESCRIPTION:If you are only seeing one workshop\, please SIGN-IN and refresh the Sessions page! If still having issues\, click this link. \nFirst-Year Relationship and Sexuality Talk (FYRST) is a required\, in-person\, and peer-facilitated workshop that came directly from feedback and listening sessions with current University of Michigan students. Our goal is to create an accessible\, supportive space for student-driven conversations where all identities and experiences are welcomed and in which students can build skills and tools around identifying goals and values and then communicate effectively about those. Workshops will be offered at multiple locations and times throughout the fall semester\, so please sign up for the workshop that works for you!! First-Year Relationship Sexuality Talk (FYRST) FAQ:\n“How many workshops do I have to sign up for?”\nYou only need to sign up for 1 workshop. Attending 1 workshop will fulfill the requirement for the training. \n“I see that there is more than one session\, does it matter which one I sign up for?”\nIt generally does not matter which workshop you sign up for. There will be a few that are designated for specific groups such as transfer students or for students looking for accommodations. If you do not fit these groups please try to save these workshops for those that do and you are free to choose among any of the other workshops. \n“Is this workshop required?”\nThis workshop is required for all transfer and first-year students at the University of Michigan.\n“I’ve experienced harm around relationships or sexual experiences in the past and I am worried that attending this workshop may be harmful for me.” \nOur team is aware that students who are coming into the university that have experienced harm in the past. Our workshop is specifically designed to respect and validate the experiences of survivors and has been carefully constructed to avoid any specific descriptions of violence and focus instead on themes of empowerment\, communication\, and boundary setting. However\, if you still have concerns about programming and would like to request alternative programming\, please feel free to reach out at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.\n“What if I struggle to learn in a presentation setting? I’m an active learner.”\nOur workshop is built to meet a variety of learning styles\, including time for self-reflection\, small group sharing\, and resources to take with you to work through on your own time! This workshop is meant to be interactive and inclusive. \n“Can I request accommodations?”\nWe considered accessibility in creating this workshop and selecting the locations in which the workshops are help. However\, we recognize many places at the University are inaccessible and we've set an * next to workshops that are on the first floor and lack stairs. These workshops also will have a presentation (other workshops we do not) and are a good fit for those who might need a large font. Please sign up for those if you feel that accommodations would assist you and reach out to SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu if you are concerned or have questions. \n“I missed my workshop\, what should I do ?”\nOur team tracks attendance at each workshop by having participants swipe in with their MCard. If you are not able to attend the workshop you signed up for\, our team will continue to send reminder emails until you have completed a workshop. In this case\, please sign up for another workshop as soon as you can as the workshop is required and may fill up especially near the end of the semester. No need to contact SAPAC unless you are not able to reschedule. \n“I have had gender-based violence training before\, can I get this requirement waived?”\nAs this workshop was designed with University of Michigan student feedback in mind\, our workshop is unique to the UM community. Our curriculum focuses on individualized reflection and because of its interactive nature\, each workshop will be unique to the people attending. Although we are excited you already have familiarity with the subject\, this workshop is required for every first year and transfer student. \n“I’m a commuter/non-traditional student\, do I still have to attend?\"\nYes\, this workshop is required for every first-year and transfer student - not only do we want every student to benefit from having this time to connect with peers\, but we also want to make sure your peers benefit from what you bring to our community. If you have any concerns or questions about being able to participate\, please contact SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.\n“I still have questions! Who should I contact?\"\nPlease contact us at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.
UID:149176-21906314@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/149176
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Boulevard Room (Pierpont, 1st floor)
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DTSTAMP:20260211T123111
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T200000
SUMMARY:Performance:Hiss Golden Messenger
DESCRIPTION:Hiss Golden Messenger is the long-running musical project led by North Carolina-based singer\, songwriter\, and producer M.C. Taylor. The project has evolved over the last decade into one of the most respected and celebrated in contemporary Americana\, blending folk\, country\, soul and gospel influences with deeply introspective\, poetic\, and conscious songwriting. \n\nAcross multiple critically acclaimed\, Grammy nominated albums\, Hiss Golden Messenger has become known for its warmth and emotional clarity\, as well as Taylor’s ability to connect the personal and poetic with the political without losing intimacy or musical grace. \n\nThe forthcoming I’m People continues this trajectory\, offering a reflective collection of songs that speaks to resilience\, community\, radical hopefulness\, and the quiet human moments that animate and illuminate the everyday. It is among Taylor’s greatest and most profound work. \n\nHiss Golden Messenger sits naturally alongside artists and releases that value craft\, storytelling\, and authenticity\, and aligns well with audiences attuned to indie\, folk\, Americana\, roots\, and contemporary country music.\n\nVIP Package includes:\nOne (1) general admission ticket to see Hiss Golden Messenger live\nHear MC Taylor play some songs featured in current setlists\nQ&A: Ask MC some questions (Got questions about gear? Songwriting? Ask away!)\nTake a group photo\nTour poster signed by MC\nCommemorative VIP laminate\nHiss merch shopping before doors open to the public\nEarly entry into the venue
UID:145347-21897156@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145347
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Ark,Mutotix
LOCATION:ARK Reserved
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261102T092117
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T210000
SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:South Quad / Fletcher (2026-2027) (Housing)
DESCRIPTION:
UID:151431-21916748@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/151431
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:South Quad Game Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261102T092117
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261111T210000
SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:South Quad / Fletcher (2026-2027) (Housing)
DESCRIPTION:
UID:151431-21916749@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/151431
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:South Quad Game Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261020T151732
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T235900
SUMMARY:Other:Student Caregiver Appreciation Week
DESCRIPTION:Join us in celebrating University of Michigan Student Caregivers Appreciation Week\, November 9-14\, 2026. Units across campus will host programs and events to celebrate student caregivers at U-M and highlight their experiences. Whether you are a student parent\, caregiver\, or want to support students who are\, please join in this annual celebration!
UID:150334-21909095@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150334
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Caregiver,Caregivers,Parents,Student Caregiver,Student Caregivers,Student Parent,Student Parents,Studentcaregiverweek2026,Students With Children,Support
LOCATION:1027 E. Huron Building
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261102T060052
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T235959
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Tech Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Tech Club for Tech Week 2026\, a week-long series of company presentations\, networking opportunities\, coffee chats\, panels\, and hands-on workshops designed to connect members with leaders across the tech ecosystem. The week will bring together students\, sponsors\, alumni\, and industry professionals for recruiting insights\, career exploration\, and practical skill-building.\nTech Week will kick off on Sunday\, November 8 with a keynote presentation\, networking kickoff\, and opening reception. From Monday\, November 9 through Thursday\, November 12\, members will participate in Company Super Days featuring sponsor-led company talks\, cross-company panels\, and functional track sessions across areas like Product\, GTM\, Finance\, Operations\, and more. The week will conclude on Friday\, November 13 with Builder Workshops\, including hands-on sessions and technical deep dives.\nThroughout the week\, members will also have access to ongoing coffee chats\, offered both in person and virtually\, with scheduling coordinated based on sponsor availability. Whether you’re exploring tech careers\, preparing for recruiting\, looking to build practical skills\, or hoping to expand your network\, Tech Week is a signature opportunity to engage with the tech community and learn from companies and peers.
UID:149883-21907332@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/149883
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Ross School of Business
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261029T130356
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T235900
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Who Hid Gary Goose? Goosechase
DESCRIPTION:Gary Goose is not in the CCI office!!!! Join the \"Who Hid Gary Goose\" Goosechase to solve missions that will help us find Gary. As you earn points\, you'll compete with fellow classmates for a top spot on the leaderboard. The 1st place winner gets a $100 gift card\, join now and start solving!
UID:154221-21917410@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/154221
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Competition,Gift Card,Goosechase,Missions,Prizes
LOCATION:Off Campus Location - https://join.goosechase.com/6b801f63-39c9-4565-9610-dcd04e4e2ece
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20261028T110743
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T170000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Awakening the Dragon–Showcasing the Building and Performance of an Asian Icon
DESCRIPTION:Experience a curated experience of the imaginary\, featuring a lightly sci-fi\, magnificent work of art--the LRCCS Fortune and Longevity Dragon\, a 25-ft long\, Asian-inspired full-body dragon sculpture for use in the traditional \"dragon dance\"  crafted by renowned international artist Zhen Guo with U-M faculty arts lecturer Raymond Wetzel\, artist Jeri Rosenberg\, students\,  and volunteers   The exhibition highlights the story of the dragon's fabrication and its impact on community..  An iconic symbol of inclusivity\, strength\, and courage\, this newly imagined U-M dragon\, with its futuristic flair\, technological creativity and sustainable materials\, invites students and the entire community to re-envision a classic cultural symbol for contemporary times.\n\nPresented by the Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies. This project was made possible by grants from the University of Michigan Arts Initiative and the Office of the Provost\, Global Engagement.\n\nAdditional funding was provided by ArtsEngine\, Center for World Performance Studies\, Stearns Collection of Musical Instruments\, and U.S. Department of Education.\n\nWith support from Asian Languages and Cultures\, International Institute\, James and Anne Duderstadt Center\, Nam Center for Korean Studies\, Residential College\, School of Kinesiology\, School of Music\, Theatre & Dance\, Taubman College\, University of Michigan Library\, University of Michigan Museum of Art\, and Women’s and Gender Studies Department.\n\n*If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you\, please contact us at cstep@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.*
UID:152125-21913085@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/152125
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,Arts Initiative,Asian Languages And Cultures,Chinese Studies,Dance,Exhibition,Free,International,Multidisciplinary Design,Performance Art,Visual Arts
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - Room 547
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DTSTAMP:20261102T060243
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Badger Classic
DESCRIPTION:Michigan Club Tennis will compete at the Badger Classic in Madison\, Wisconsin!
UID:154085-21917135@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/154085
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Madison, Wisconsin
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260818T121511
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Camille Ann Brewer\, MFA\, MLIS
DESCRIPTION:Camille Ann Brewer lives and works in the City of Detroit\, Michigan.  Through the process of textile construction\, Brewer’s artwork intersects cartographic and photographic images that speak to specific spaces and time. Weaving together of physical place\, memory with time is the core subject of this body of work.  \n\nThe artwork is built with time-period paper maps\, which illustrate spatial geography and political territory\; along with paper-collaged images of people\, places and things\, which tie directly to the history and human relationships in space.  In patterns that support the artwork’s theme\, the two disparate paper elements are then woven together to create a serendipitous making and aesthetic experience.
UID:150411-21909396@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150411
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Art,ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Culture,Detroit,Diversity,Diversity Equity and Inclusion,Exhibition,Humanities,North Campus,Reception,Visual Arts,Women's Studies
LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery
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DTSTAMP:20260826T132935
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T230000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Comics Beyond Sight
DESCRIPTION:This exhibit covers a variety of creative approaches to comics visual accessibility\, and by extension visual accessibility broadly. Those approaches range from multimedia (audio and textual descriptions) through multidimensional and emerging technologies strategies (3D printing\, haptics\, and screen-based mobile touch interfaces). It demonstrates that comics can be made accessible. Learn about the international efforts of innovators in the realm of comics accessibility for those who are blind or have low vision\, assembled by the Accessible Comics Collective at San Francisco State University (SFSU) with the expertise of blind access professionals. \n\nEmily Beitiks was the accessibility lead for the content creation of the exhibit. She is the co-director for the San Francisco Disability Cultural Center (the first civically funded disability culture center on the planet!)\, and prior to that\, the director of the Longmore Institute on Disability. \n\nNick Sousanis (SFSU)\, the lead creative organizer of the exhibit\, is a Detroit native and was the first person to draw his dissertation in comics format\, subsequently published as the graphic novel Unflattening.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening presentation on Friday\, October 2nd\, 1:00pm - 4:00pm.
UID:150276-21908548@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150276
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Comics,Disability,Free,Library
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Gallery, 1st Floor
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260814T155307
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T230000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Down in Ann Arbor Town: Pictorial Maps\, Campus Traditions\, and the Women Who Made Them
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the centennial of the iconic 1926 “Down in Ann Arbor Town” map by exploring the colorful history\, campus traditions\, and detailed artistry that made it possible. Created by Jessie Horton Koessler (Class of 1901) to help fund the Michigan League building for women\, this celebrated map provides a fascinating view into 1920s campus life and the women who shaped it. Through three distinct exhibit sections\, journey from the campus history that led to the map’s creation to a broader look at early 20th-century pictorial mapmaking.\n\nWhile enjoying the exhibit\, pick up a scavenger hunt at the Clark Library desk that will inspire you to notice whimsical details in the maps discussed. Return your scavenger hunt at the desk for a small prize\, while supplies last.\n\nJoin the curators — Ava Pustulka (’28) and Anna Rohl\, map curator at Clark Library — for a presentation on September 24 (https://myumi.ch/X8y3r)\, where they will share the research that went into creating the exhibit.
UID:150290-21908851@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150290
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Library,Maps
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library, 2nd Floor
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260818T114238
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Lila Kadaj Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Lila Kadaj received her MFA from Wayne State University. Her work has been shown at numerous institutions\, including the Detroit Institute of Arts\, the Cranbrook Art Museum\, and the Arab American National Museum.  She spent nearly 27 years teaching art at Detroit Public schools.\n\nArtist statement: “When looking at a beautiful flower.  It’s just itself.  Just there......no .....it does not proclaim its purpose for blooming is to make people happy. It just is. Like standing in front of an easel and painting........just is.......no matter......what proclamations may be concluded to sway the viewer. Same thing goes for fine art.  It’s not about I am a woman....it’s not about I am a first generation Arab American.....it’s not about being a child of trauma....it’s not about a member of my family being gunned down on the street....it’s about being born a painter.....standing in front of my easel and working to create a \"Piece of Fine Art\". Not standing on some soap box and expecting my words to somehow qualify my painting. It’s the painting\, drawing or sculpture that must speak on its own.......on how the artist......via the intellect and muse uses the elements to create something distinct and first rate.   It can be quiet or loud. I see so much very weak work uplifted not for its quality but because it’s in fashion.”
UID:150406-21909232@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150406
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Arab Heritage Month,Art,ArtsRx,Culture,Detroit,Diversity,Exhibition,Free,Middle East Studies,North Campus,Visual Arts,Women's Studies
LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connections Gallery Concourse Level
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260806T162236
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261112T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:WCEE Exhibition. The Art of Memory\, Paintings by Felix Lembersky
DESCRIPTION:Felix Lembersky (1913-1970) was a painter\, theater stage designer\, teacher\, and leader of artistic groups. He began his career within the Soviet Avant-Garde in Ukraine before studying realist painting in Leningrad (now Saint Petersburg). Throughout his life he worked across realist and modernist styles that fell outside of Soviet-mandated Socialist Realism. His Execution: Babyn Yar series (ca. 1944-52) is the earliest known artistic representation of Babyn Yar\, a Holocaust massacre site in Kyiv. For political reasons\, these paintings\, along with his later nonconformist work\, were barred from exhibition in the Soviet Union.\n\nHaving witnessed two world wars\, the 1917 revolution\, and political terror\, Lembersky reflected on these experiences with candor while imbuing his work with hope and optimism. He was drawn to vulnerable\, neglected\, and marginalized people: children\, the elderly\, ethnic minorities\, and industrial workers subjected to harsh labor and dangerous conditions. Regardless of their circumstances\, Lembersky  portrayed his subjects with empathy\, dignity\, and admiration.  \n\n“For my father\, honesty and integrity meant more than anything else. Art was an expression of freedom\, individuality\, and personalized creativity\, without which it ceased to be art.”\n— Galina Lembersky\, daughter\n\nExhibit curated by Yelena Lembersky\, granddaughter of Felix Lembersky\, and Geneviève Zubrzycki\, WCEE Director.\n\nWorks on loan from the private collection of Yelena Lembersky.\n\nContact weisercenter@umich.edu to schedule a viewing.\n\nIf there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you\, please contact us at weisercenter@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.
UID:149975-21907534@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/149975
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,russia,ukraine
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - Room 1010
CONTACT:
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