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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Portrayals of Engineering and Technical Roles in an Engineering Workforce Development Program: An Embedded Qualitative Case Study
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: U.S. competitiveness in advanced manufacturing depends not only on engineers\, but on an interdependent engineering and technical workforce that includes engineering technologists and technicians. Yet\, how federally funded engineering workforce development (EWD) programs define\, differentiate\, and communicate the value of engineering and technical roles remains underexamined. Positioned within engineering education research that examines pathways\, professional formation\, and the education–workforce interface\, this study investigates how a national\, federally supported EWD initiative constructs and portrays engineering and technical occupational roles through its public-facing program materials and leader narratives. Drawing on qualitative document analysis and semi-structured interviews within an embedded qualitative case study of a national EWD initiative\, the study applies a sociocultural value-systems lens to examine how patterned beliefs about knowledge\, skill\, and expertise are enacted at the programmatic and organizational level. Findings reveal consistent distinctions in how roles are framed across dimensions of work\, worker\, and occupation\, with implications for engineering pathways\, learner identity formation\, and program alignment across educational and workforce contexts. By foregrounding the often-overlooked roles of technologists and technicians\, this work contributes new empirical insight to engineering education scholarship and extends EER conversations beyond degree-centric models to include federally supported workforce pathways relevant to contemporary manufacturing practice.\n\nBiography: Winifred Opoku is a doctoral candidate in Engineering Education at The Ohio State University. She is an embedded researcher with the NSF-funded HAMMER Engineering Research Center\, where her work engages questions of engineering workforce development\, advanced manufacturing\, and cross-sector collaboration. Winifred is also a member of the Beliefs in Engineering Research Group\, contributing to scholarship that examines how beliefs\, values\, and cultural assumptions shape engineering education and practice. Her broader research interests sit at the intersection of engineering education\, workforce development\, and innovation systems\, with a focus on how educational and workforce institutions construct pathways and roles across the engineering and technical workforce. Prior to graduate study\, Winifred trained and worked as an HVAC/MEP design engineer\, an experience that continues to inform her research perspective. Outside of research\, she enjoys graphic design and creative projects that blend technical thinking with visual storytelling.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145974
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Stem,Engineering,Graduate,Research,Michigan Engineering
LOCATION:Duderstadt Center - Presentation Room 1180 and Zoom
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DTSTAMP:20260121T102237
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T150000
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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Water@Michigan Coffee Talk
DESCRIPTION:The Huron River watershed in Southeast Michigan is home to nearly 100 dams that alter the chemical\, physical\, and biological processes of its main stem and tributaries. These structures often harm wildlife\, impose high maintenance costs\, and in some cases\, pose safety risks to downstream communities. This panel will highlight recent initiatives led by the Huron River Watershed Council and its partners to restore the river’s natural flow through the removal of aging and obsolete dams and improved flow management strategies. Panelists will explore the ecological impacts of dams\, discuss the status of dams within the Huron\, share updates on a dam removal project in Ypsilanti\, and introduce a budding initiative leveraging real-time data and communication to foster more collaborative dam management along the Huron’s main stem. \n\nAbout the Speakers: \nDaniel Brown\, Climate Resilience Strategist\, Huron River Watershed Council\nDaniel has worked to address the effects of climate change across North America. He helps develop strategies that preserve land for waterway protection\, reduce planet-warming emissions\, and improve climate resilience. He also works on efforts to restore the main river corridor through dam removal\, leads HRWC’s efforts to address PFAS contamination\, and coordinates the Huron River Water Trail. He enjoys empowering conservation based on sound science and getting people to enjoy Michigan’s natural resources. Daniel joined HRWC in 2018 and lives in the Horseshoe Creekshed.\n\nAndrea Paine\, Program Manager\, Huron River Watershed Council \nAndrea coordinates HRWC’s stormwater management\, fee-for-service stormwater services\, and community engagement work. She also supports local policy and other watershed planning and management projects. She holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees in environmental policy and planning from the University of Michigan. She joined HRWC in 2018\, lives in the Allens Creekshed\, and is originally from Manistee\, MI.\n\nBranko Kerkez\, Arthur F. Thurnau Professor and Associate Department Chair for Research\, Civil and Environmental Engineering\nBranko Kerkez is an Arthur F. Thurnau associate professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at U-M. His research interests include water\, data\, and sensors. Branko is driven by the desire to both rationalize water management decisions\, and put tools into the hands of community members to allow them to contribute to those decisions. The National Academy of Engineering recognized his work in smart water systems in 2018 as a Gilbreth Lecturer. Branko’s Digital Water Lab is untangling the role of tech in water…one sensor at a time! He earned his PhD in 2012 from the University of California\, Berkeley in Civil and Environmental Engineering.\n\nAbout Coffee Talks: Coffee Talks provide a monthly opportunity for U-M faculty\, staff\, and students interested in water\, and water-interested people in southeast Michigan to connect with colleagues\, learn about pressing and/or emerging water-related issues\, and meet new partners. This academic year\, we are excited to explore the intersection of water + energy and what this nexus means to U-M researchers\, institutes\, and external partners. Coffee Talks are in-person convenings designed to build connections as part of the U-M Water Center's mission and programs\; we are not recording sessions at this time.\n\nYou can register for this session here: https://graham.umich.edu/wateratmichigan/coffee-talks
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143331
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:adaptation,Water,Rivers,Construction,Biology,biodiversity
LOCATION:Michigan Union - Koessler
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DTSTAMP:20260315T181521
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T190000
SUMMARY:Sporting Event:Baseball vs Toledo
DESCRIPTION:Baseball vs Toledo
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145969
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Athletics,Athletics - Baseball
LOCATION:Ray Fisher Baseball Stadium
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DTSTAMP:20260310T091106
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T160000
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:CM-AMO Seminar | Tailoring Rydberg interactions for expanding quantum capabilities
DESCRIPTION:Rydberg atoms provide a uniquely versatile platform for engineering strong\, tunable interactions in otherwise weakly interacting neutral-atom systems. They couple strongly to each other and to external fields. The former enables controllable atom-atom\, atom-photon and even photon-photon interactions\, while the latter promises exceptionally sensitive and broadband microwave (MW) and radio frequency (RF) sensing capabilities. Typically\, the Rydberg-Rydberg interactions are leveraged as a blockade mechanism. In contrast\, we explore the antiblockade regime in atom arrays\, where interactions facilitate rather than suppress excitation. I will present our numerical studies demonstrating directional quantum information and entanglement transfer [1]\, as well as robust avalanche amplification for weak signal detection [2]. For atom-field coupling\, I will present our experimental work expanding MW sensing capabilities with cold atomic ensembles. First\, we demonstrate 3D field characterization via multi-parameter extraction\, which holds potential as a testbed for machine-learning-enhanced measurement protocols and has broad implications for information extraction from complex measurements. Second\, we address the intersection of atom-atom and atom-field interactions by investigating the role of nonlinear atomic interactions in probing external fields [3]. Together\, these studies show how tailoring Rydberg interactions expands the accessible measurement and dynamical capabilities of cold-atom platforms.\n \nReferences:\n[1] Yupeng Wang\, Junjie Wang\, Aishik Panja\, Xinghan Wang\, Qi-Yu Liang\, “Directional Transport in Rydberg Atom Arrays via Kinetic Constraints and Temporal Modulation”\, Phys. Rev. Research 7\, L022035 (2025)\n[2] Xinghan Wang\, Yupeng Wang\, Qi-Yu Liang\, “Robust Rydberg facilitation via rapid adiabatic passage”\, Phys. Rev. Research 8\, 013154 (2026)\n[3] Xinghan Wang\, Yupeng Wang\, Aishik Panja\, Qi-Yu Liang\, \"Nonlinear optical spectra from Rydberg-mediated photon photon interactions\"\, arXiv:2602.11563 (2026)
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146387
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Physics,Science
LOCATION:West Hall - 340
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DTSTAMP:20260217T204301
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T160000
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SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Colloquium: Accelerating Earth system simulation
DESCRIPTION:Providing high-quality “actionable information” for strategic risk analysis is amongst the primary goals of the U.S. Dept. of Energy Exascale Earth System Model (E3SM). The simulation speed required to generate high-quality localized predictions at seasonal-to-decadal time scales is very high. In this talk we highlight some algorithmic design decisions that combine new research with classical numerical methods to enable E3SM’s ultra-high resolution configuration to achieve exascale performance and win the inaugural Gordon Bell Prize for Climate in 2023. \n\nOur design strategies tailor mathematical methods to both the unique features of the application space and to the heterogeneous computing architectures of exascale supercomputers. Ultimately\, these efforts doubled the speed of the most computationally demanding component of E3SM\, its atmosphere model. We will also discuss new and ongoing research associated with opportunities afforded by these performance gains.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145352
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics,Applied Mathematics
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DTSTAMP:20260212T143243
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T171500
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Design of 3d Metal Complexes for Cooperative Catalysis & Mechanistic Insight
DESCRIPTION:Over the past 4 decades\, transition-metal-catalyzed cross-coupling and olefin functionalization reactions have transformed the discovery and manufacture of pharmaceuticals\, agrochemicals\, pigments\, and materials. However\, responsible sourcing of preferred precious metal catalysts (like Pd\, Rh\, or Ir) has become increasingly challenging with ongoing geopolitical conflict and inconsistent labor practices. This limited availability thus hinders the sustainability and economic viability of these processes. Despite the clear impetus to pursue reaction development with more terrestrially abundant elements\, first-row (3d) transition metals are not typically suitable as direct substitutes for their precious metal congeners. Nonetheless\, there is growing interest in exploring the unique reactivity of earth-abundant and relatively inexpensive 3d metals to generate novel products and/or take advantage of substrate combinations that remain difficult to access with established methods. However\, compared with the detailed understanding of the fundamental reactivity of precious metals informed by decades of mechanistic elucidation\, the identity\, speciation\, and controlling features of 3d metal catalysts remain poorly defined in many cases\, thus limiting their development. Here\, I will describe my team’s progress using well-defined nickel and copper precatalysts to tease apart the structural features and mechanistic steps necessary for achieving high activity and chemoselectivity in cross coupling and olefin functionalization reactions. Our work relies on a synergy between mechanistic study of and precatalyst design for homogeneous catalysis\, taking advantage of cooperative design principles informed by heterogeneous and biological catalysis. These insights are translated into the design of novel catalyst structures and synthetic transformations with enhanced efficiency.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138412
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Organic Chemistry,Chemistry,Science
LOCATION:Chemistry Dow Lab - 1640
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DTSTAMP:20260223T125252
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T180000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Illuminate and Inspire: Black Alum Panel & Networking Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Illuminate and Inspire: Black Alum Panel & Networking Mixer \n\n \n\nPlease join us on March 17th\, 2026 from 4 to 6pm on campus at the Trotter Multicultural Center for an inspiring evening with an opportunity to hear from multiple Black Alums! This conversation will highlight the Alums’ time at U-M\, their journeys to the careers they are in today\, and the challenges they’ve overcome. \n\n \n\nThe evening will give students interested in various industries the opportunity to ask questions\, gain insight\, and build meaningful connections. \n\n \n\nFood will be provided. \n\nBusiness attire is not required\, so please come as you are.\n\nThis event is open to all LSA students and is proudly sponsored by the LSA Opportunity Hub and the Black Student Union.\n\nRSVP now to reserve your spot! Dinner will be served. \n\n \n\nAlum Bios: \n\nJasmine Brooks\nJasmine Brooks is the founder of JMB Advising and a Detroit-based educator with over a decade of experience in student advising and school leadership. A University of Michigan alum\, she began supporting student success during her undergraduate years and has continued this work since 2010.\nHer career spans roles as a classroom teacher\, Assistant Principal\, and Dean of Students where she has consistently focused on improving college access\, matriculation\, and graduation outcomes.\nJasmine currently serves as Senior Director of Graduate 313 at the Detroit College Access Network\, where she leads initiatives to expand postsecondary credential attainment through the development of community-based support hubs across Detroit.\n\n\n\nJade Harris \nJade Harris is a compliance and audit ethics professional currently serving as Program and Process Compliance Lead at Stellantis. She leads large-scale audits\, develops risk and compliance frameworks\, and has identified significant cost recovery through data analysis and process improvement.\n\nJade holds an MBA from Wayne State University\, where she worked as a Program Coordinator developing STEM leadership programs and managing large-scale program budgets. Jade got her Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology\, Cognition\, and Neuroscience from the University of Michigan\, with additional executive education from the Ross School of Business.\n\nTerrence Quinn\nTerrence G Quinn is an estate planning attorney in Ann Arbor\, Michigan\, and the founder and president of The TGQ Law Firm. Mr. Quinn graduated from the University of Michigan Law School in 2002 and spent the next six years practicing in the Trusts and Estates Practice Group for a major Michigan firm.\n\nIn 2008\,Terrence founded his own firm where he assists Michigan clients with legal assistance to help them find comfort in what lies ahead. Specifically\, the firm provides legal assistance to clients with main focuses in estate planning\, probate law\, and elder law.\n\nMiles Jackson\nMiles is the Director of Development for Angel City Sports with over 15 years of experience in sport\, health equity\, and community development. Throughout his career\, he has partnered with Nike and EA Sports to raise over $2M for community infrastructure for his company Cuba Skate. \n\nMiles was a former varsity men's soccer player at UM and a dual MBA graduate (USC Marshall/HSG)\, combining his athletic discipline with strategic business acumen. Driven by his lived experience with diabetes and his tenure as a Board Member for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF)\, Miles specializes in using storytelling to build high-impact partnerships and drive social change. \n\nTanisha Hemphill\n\nTanisha Hemphill is a product leader at Ulta Beauty\, with experience building global consumer products at companies like Apple\, Expedia Group\, and Google-acquired Motorola Mobility. She has led large-scale loyalty and growth initiatives used by millions of customers worldwide and is passionate about helping people navigate careers in tech and leadership. Tanisha is also the former Chicago Chapter Lead of the University of Michigan Black Alumni Association\, where she focused on mentorship\, community building\, and supporting the next generation of leaders.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145375
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Alumni,African American,All Majors Welcome,Alum Connections,Career,Black Student Union,Networking,Lsa Opportunity Hub,Early Career Exploration
LOCATION:Trotter Multicultural Center - Multipurpose Room
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DTSTAMP:20260401T123127
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260317T170000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Internship Lab
DESCRIPTION:*RSVP required to attend. Click \"Join Event\" here:https://umich.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1916095Are you ready to start searching for a great internship? Do you have a few ideas\, but you’re not sure where to get started? Let's talk about search strategy!! Get real-time\, personalized support by checking out the in person Internship Lab. You’ll be guided by one of our Career Coaches who hasdesigned this experience to provide you strategies\, tools\, and motivation to get on the right track with searching for internships. Chat with folks from the University Career Center to explore Handshake\,the University Career Alumni Network (UCAN) and to learn about other tools you can use to build a great job/internship search strategy. **If you're not sure what you're interested in\, consider making an \"Exploring Major/Career Option\" appointment to get started clarifying your interests with a career coach in a 1-on-1 setting. Recent Grads: If you are an alumni\, you will not be able to access the link due the University’s policy of discontinuing alumni Zoom accounts 30 days after graduation. Please contact careercenter@umich.edu with the subject line“Recent Grad Help” to receive either a recording of the session or tobe set up with a 1:1. Include the name of the workshop/event in your email.#UCC
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145701
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