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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Professors Miranda Brown\, August E. (Gus) Evrard and Linda Tesar\, Collegiate Professorship Inaugural Lecture
DESCRIPTION:This event will take place both in person and virtually.\n\nProfessor Miranda D. Brown\, the Yi-tsi Mei Feuerwerker Collegiate Professor of Chinese Studies\n\nLecture Title: A Moveable Feast: The Story of the Han-Manchu Banquet and the Forgotten History of Chop Suey\n\nLecture Abstract: Chop suey\, a vintage Chinese-American food\, has a dubious reputation. Some say it was invented from kitchen scraps in a California mining kitchen during the Gold Rush. Others claim it was an American invention—journalist Jennifer 8. Lee calls it \"the greatest hoax played by one culture on another.\"\n\nBut what if I told you that chop suey was once a popular banquet food in China—and that it was enjoyed not only by ruling elites\, but by the emperor himself? Far from being leftovers or cultural deception\, chop suey graced imperial tables and wealthy merchant feasts for centuries before crossing the Pacific.\n\nThis talk explores the gourmet Chinese roots of chop suey through old banquet menus and imperial records\, tracing its surprising journey from Qing dynasty haute cuisine to American convenience food. In recovering this forgotten history\, it offers a new view of how Chinese American cuisine actually emerged—and reveals how crucial the study of foreign languages is for telling the American story.\n\nProfessor August E. (Gus) Evrard\, the Arthur W. and Alice R. Burks Collegiate Professor of Physics\n\nLecture Title: A 20-Watt Thinking Machine with Legs Ponders Truth \n\nLecture Abstract: Some truths are universal\, but not all.  In this quick talk\, I'll visit past experiences with truth on the sky and truth on campus before turning to a question for the age of intelligence: how will our AI-infused world handle the truth? \n\nProfessor Linda Tesar\, the Alan V. Deardorff Collegiate Professor of Economics\n\nLecture Title: Deglobalization:  What’s at Stake?\n\nLecture Abstract: Globalization helped fuel rapid economic growth and raised incomes in many of the world’s poorest countries. At the same time\, widening income inequality within countries\, increased financial market volatility and the decline of manufacturing in the wealthiest of countries has produced a backlash to globalization. What will be the consequences if the world economy becomes less integrated?\n\nIf you are unable to join us in person\, please click the link below to join the webinar.\n\nJoin from PC\, Mac\, iPad\, or Android:\nhttps://umich.zoom.us/j/93973802185\n\nPhone one-tap:\n+16469313860\,\,93973802185# US\n+13017158592\,\,93973802185# US (Washington DC)\n\nJoin via audio:\n+1 646 931 3860 US\n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)\n+1 305 224 1968 US\n+1 309 205 3325 US\n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)\n+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)\n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)\n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)\n+1 360 209 5623 US\n+1 386 347 5053 US\n+1 507 473 4847 US\n+1 564 217 2000 US\n+1 669 444 9171 US\n+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)\n+1 689 278 1000 US\n+1 719 359 4580 US\n+1 253 205 0468 US\n+1 647 374 4685 Canada\n+1 647 558 0588 Canada\n+1 778 907 2071 Canada\n+1 780 666 0144 Canada\n+1 204 272 7920 Canada\n+1 438 809 7799 Canada\n+1 587 328 1099 Canada\nWebinar ID: 939 7380 2185\nInternational numbers available: https://umich.zoom.us/u/ayXtq0qRB
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/137130
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Anthropology,Economics,Chinese Studies
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - 10th Floor
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DTSTAMP:20251014T154237
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T160000
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Rational Design of High-Performance Electrocatalysts for Future Energy and Material Applications
DESCRIPTION:Electrocatalysis is poised to play a pivotal role in future energy material and chemical manufacturing. The rational design of next-generation electrocatalysts - guided by sound scientific hypothesis - is essential for advancing practical technologies. In recent years\, my team at Argonne has actively explored high-performance electrocatalysts using innovative design and synthesis strategies. In this presentation\, I will first discuss our recent advances in utilizing metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) as tunable precursors for oxygen redox electrocatalysis. This includes the development of platinum-group-metal-free (PGM-free) and ultralow-platinum catalysts for proton exchange membrane fuel cells [1]\, as well as PGM-free catalysts as viable replacements for iridium for water electrolysis [2]. I will then introduce our recent studies on the selective electrochemical reduction of CO₂ to multi-carbon (C₂⁺) products\, where the reaction pathways and product distributions are profoundly modulated by active-site geometry\, atomic coordination\, and nanoconfinement effects [3–5].\nThe presentation outlines our integrated approach that combines advanced structural and spectroscopic characterization\, computational modeling\, and machine-learning-guided discovery to uncover catalytic mechanisms and guide materials optimization. Finally\, I will discuss the implications of these findings for the scalable design of next-generation electrocatalysts in future energy conversion and storage applications.\n[1] “Ultralow-loading platinum-cobalt fuel cell catalysts derived from imidazolate frameworks” L. Chong\, et. al. Science 362\, 1276–1281 (2018)\n[2] “La- and Mn-doped cobalt spinel oxygen evolution catalyst for proton exchange membrane electrolysis” L. Chong\, et. al. Science 380\, 609–616 (2023)\n[3] “Highly selective electrocatalytic CO2 reduction to ethanol by metallic clusters dynamically formed from atomically dispersed copper” H. Xu\, et. al. Nature Energy\, 5\, 623–632 (2020)\n[4] “Modulating CO2 electrocatalytic conversion to organics pathway by the catalytic site dimension”\, H. Xu\,  J. Am. Chem. Soc.\, 146\, 10357−10366\, (2024)\n[5] “Direct Electrochemical Reduction of CO2 to C2+ Chemicals: Catalysts\, Microenvironments\, and Mechanistic Understanding” S. Guo\, et. al. ACS Energy Letter\, 10\, 600−619 (2025)
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138418
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Science,Materials Chemistry,Chemistry
LOCATION:Chemistry Dow Lab - 1640
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SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:World Kindness Day: Be Kind Bash at Baits II
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with Wolverine Wellness\, come together with your Baits II Diversity Peer Educator in recognizing World Kindness Day! Learn how to commit small acts of kindness\, connect with others\, and engage with campus mental health resources. Free treats included!
UID:140840-21887724@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/140840
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Health & Wellness,Free Food,community gathering,Community Building
LOCATION:Baits House II - Coman Lounge
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DTSTAMP:20251128T123115
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T163000
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SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Claims in the Field: Unlocking Career Paths in the Heart of Insurance!
DESCRIPTION:Claims in the field: Unlocking Career Paths in the Heart of Insurance!Step into the fast-paced world of StateFarm’s mobile claims operations in this exclusive Virtual Career Conversation. Discover how our dedicated Field Claims professionals play a critical role in responding to unexpected losses and supporting customers when it matters most.Join us to explore:\nThe unique demands and rewarding nature of working in claims in the field\,including day-to-day responsibilities of Field Appraisers traveling to body shops to assess vehicle damage\, investigate accident causation\, and identify potential suspicious loss indicators.\nThe dynamic natureof Claims in the Field\, including rapid deployment to disaster areas andadapting to a challenging yet impactful work environment and lifestyle.\nThe collaborative environment mobile claims teams maintain with claims\, underwriting\, and other business units to deliver timely and accurate customer support.\nCareer pathways\, professional growth opportunities\, and the supportive culture that empowers our mobile claims employees to succeed and lead.\nWhether you’re intrigued by ahands-on\, dynamic claims career or eager to learn how mobile claims professionals contribute to State Farm’s mission\, this session provides an insider’s perspective and valuable career insights.Register now to unlock your potential in the heart of insurance with State Farm Claims!
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141515
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SUMMARY:Other:Crafting Meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us every Thursday from 4:30-5:30p for our crafting meeting! All skills are welcome with plenty of teachers and projects to start each week. If you have more questions\, please DM us on Instagram or email our Monday meeting lead Calli:callil@umich.edu\nTime: 4:30-5:30 pm\nLocation: North Campus Duderstadt Design Lab 1\nNonprofit Website: vipsfund.org\nInstagram: @vipsfund
UID:137850-21880913@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/137850
CLASS:PUBLIC
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LOCATION:Duderstadt Design Lab 1
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DTSTAMP:20251022T105634
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251113T170000
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SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:GILE  Craft Night at East Quad
DESCRIPTION:Stop by to make fun\, self-expressive crafts with the Gender Inclusive Living Experience Diversity Peer Educator! Get creative by making stickers\, pins\, or felt flags.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/140848
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Community Building,Community Engagement,community gathering,Crafts
LOCATION:East Quadrangle - Abeng Mulitcultural Lounge
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