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DTSTAMP:20260221T000123
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SUMMARY:Other:2026 ACATA Princeton
DESCRIPTION:\n\n\nPrinceton ACATA Tournament 2026 - Join us for some Poomsae and Sparring competitions at Princeton!\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n
UID:144466-21895393@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144466
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Princeton, New Jersey
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260220T120239
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Bike Repair Hours 
DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a tune-up? Need help fixing a flat or getting your gears to shift smoothly? \nCome to the FREE Wolverines on Wheels Bike Repair Hours on Wednesdays from 4-6p and Fridays from 3:30-5p.\nSign up for a 30-minute slot and your bike to the Duderstadt Fabrication Underground (B430-Lower Level) for peer-to-peer bike repair and maintenance. Our volunteers can help you diagnosis bike problems\, guide you through repairs\, and provide the tools & materials needed to get you back to riding. \nThis is NOT a drop-off service: ALL participants are expected to stay and participate in repairs to learn basic bike maintenance with the support of our volunteers. Expect to get your hands dirty and leave feeling more confident in your skills!\nOnly one bike per participant. You may sign up for multiple slots in a row but please be mindful of sharing the opportunity with other campus riders. Walk-ins are welcome but come secondary to sign-ups. \nIf you are interested in becoming a volunteer for our new program\, please email wolverinesonwheels-admin@umich.edu\nThe Duderstadt Fabrication Underground's Bike Repair rack is available for use during all operation hours (M-F 12-6p). WoW Volunteers will only be there at our dedicated support hours with additional materials (tire patches\, grease\, etc). \nhttps://calendly.com/wolverinesonwheels-admin-umich/30min 
UID:145015-21896434@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145015
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Duderstadt Fabrication Underground
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260213T120305
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Bike Repair Hours 
DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a tune-up? Need help fixing a flat or getting your gears to shift smoothly? \nCome to the FREE Wolverines on Wheels Bike Repair Hours on Wednesdays from 4-6p and Fridays from 3:30-5p.\nSign up for a 30-minute slot and your bike to the Duderstadt Fabrication Underground (B430-Lower Level) for peer-to-peer bike repair and maintenance. Our volunteers can help you diagnosis bike problems\, guide you through repairs\, and provide the tools & materials needed to get you back to riding. \nThis is NOT a drop-off service: ALL participants are expected to stay and participate in repairs to learn basic bike maintenance with the support of our volunteers. Expect to get your hands dirty and leave feeling more confident in your skills!\nOnly one bike per participant. You may sign up for multiple slots in a row but please be mindful of sharing the opportunity with other campus riders. Walk-ins are welcome but come secondary to sign-ups. \nIf you are interested in becoming a volunteer for our new program\, please email wolverinesonwheels-admin@umich.edu\nThe Duderstadt Fabrication Underground's Bike Repair rack is available for use during all operation hours (M-F 12-6p). WoW Volunteers will only be there at our dedicated support hours with additional materials (tire patches\, grease\, etc). \nhttps://calendly.com/wolverinesonwheels-admin-umich/30min 
UID:145016-21896498@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145016
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Duderstadt Fabrication Underground
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260218T060240
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T235959
SUMMARY:Other:FULL SEMESTER SCHEDULE
DESCRIPTION:This is a schedule of all our events happening this semester. Please follow the instagram or email iazamora@umich.edu to get on the email list for more information. 
UID:145222-21896831@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145222
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Mason Hall
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260218T060250
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Shapiro Art Supplies Donation Bin
DESCRIPTION:We are running our first Donation Drive in support of the Gift of Arts program at Michigan Medicine! Please donate new\, nontoxic art supplies from the list below\, and spread the word!
UID:145254-21896938@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145254
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Shapiro Undergraduate Library Entrance
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260120T163718
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:CAS Exhibit. Making Armenian Americans - Project Save Photograph Archive/Archive Alive Project
DESCRIPTION:Making Armenian Americans  \nCurators: Michael Pifer (U-M| MES) and Kathryn Babayan (U-M|History)\nProject Save Photograph Archive/Archive Alive Project\n\nMaking Armenian Americans invites viewers into a moment of possibility in the early 20th century\, when Armenians fleeing violence at the end of the Ottoman Empire came to reinvent themselves in the promise of America. Drawn from the archives of Project Save\, these photographs capture different valences of American life\, as experienced\, performed\, and imagined by Armenian immigrants. From naturalization classes to festivals of nations\, from breaking new ground for churches to mundane tableaus of Thanksgiving and Christmas\, this range of photographs offers a glimpse of a community in the making\, one that sought to preserve a memory of its Ottoman past even while anticipating an American future.
UID:143388-21893003@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143388
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Area Studies,Armenian Studies,Exhibition,history
LOCATION:
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260109T123005
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:LACS Exhibition. Back in Bahia: The Repatriation Journey of Afro-Brazilian Art from Detroit to Salvador
DESCRIPTION:*Back in Bahia: The Repatriation Journey of Afro-Brazilian Art from Detroit to Salvador*\nCurator: Ryan B. Morrison | Curatorial Assistant: Isabella H. de Lemos\n\nFebruary 2-26\, 2026\, International Institute Gallery\, 547 Weiser Hall\n\n*Back in Bahia: The Repatriation Journey of Afro-Brazilian Art from Detroit to Salvador* traces one of the largest repatriation efforts of Afro-Brazilian art to date. Led by the Detroit-based nonprofit Con/Vida: Popular Arts of the Americas\, the initiative is returning more than 750 works of Afro-Brazilian popular art to Salvador\, Bahia\, where they will enter the collection of the National Museum of Afro-Brazilian Culture (MUNCAB). Built over three decades through sustained relationships with artists\, families\, and workshops across Northeastern Brazil\, the collection reflects the creative ingenuity\, community memory\, and diasporic traditions that define Afro-Brazilian popular art.\n\nThis exhibition highlights selected works from the broader repatriation effort\, recognizing the artists and cultural stewards in Brazil and Michigan who made this historic return possible. Featured are woodcut prints by João Francisco Borges\, Nilo dos Santos\, Givanildo Francisco da Silva\, and José Miguel da Silva\, alongside examples of *literatura de cordel*—popular printed booklets that combine social commentary\, folklore\, poetry\, and song.\n\nFurther reading and details are available in Portuguese and English at https://myumi.ch/61G23.\n\nPresented by the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies and the Institute for the Humanities
UID:143613-21893517@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143613
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Afro-brazilian Studies,Area Studies,Art,brazil,Center For Latin American And Caribbean Studies,Exhibition,Visual Arts
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - International Institute Gallery, Room 547
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T141911
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T164500
SUMMARY:Exhibition:America at 250: Reflections on the Bicentennial
DESCRIPTION:The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library is proud to announce the opening of a new exhibit\, America at 250: Reflections on the Bicentennial.\n\nThe exhibit explores how President Ford joined Americans across the country in commemorating the Bicentennial. Highlighting some of the nationwide celebrations in 1976 and public gifts given to President Ford\, the exhibit asks visitors to reflect on our own Semiquincentennial commemorations.\n\nThe exhibit\, located in the Library's lobby\, will be free to visitors and will be available until December 3\, 2026.
UID:145837-21897869@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145837
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:American Bicentennial,American History,Bicentennial,History,President Gerald Ford
LOCATION:Gerald Ford Library - Lobby
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T144435
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T100000
SUMMARY:Exercise / Fitness:Chair Aerobics/Stretch\, Strength & Balance/Zumba
DESCRIPTION:Lifetime Fitness classes are offered at Briarwood Mall in the JCPenney wing every Monday-Friday from 9-10am. No experience necessary. Classes are specifically designed for older adults\, however\, everyone is welcome. LTF classes are free\, but please consider making a $2/person per class donation as our classes are supported strictly through donations. No registration is necessary\, simply attend when it fits your schedule.
UID:134855-21897676@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/134855
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness
LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251215T165341
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Lynn Galbreath Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Lynn Galbreath\, a Detroit based artist who grew up in Argentina\, is a former recipient of the Creative Artists’ Grant from the Arts Foundation of Michigan and the Michigan Individual Artist Grant from Michigan Council For The Arts. Galbreath’s work has been showcased locally\, nationally and internationally in over 20 solo/two person and over 100 group exhibitions.\n\nGalbreath has an M.F.A. from the James Pearson Duffy Department of Art\, Art History\, & Design\, Wayne State University\, Detroit\, MI\; and a B.F.A. with Permanent K-12 Certification from The Gwen Frostic School of Art\, Western MI University\, Kalamazoo\, MI. Galbreath has chaperoned eleven intensive\, immersive art experiences to Italy\, Spain\, France\, Belgium\, England\, Germany\, the Netherlands\, Austria\, and the Czech Republic. Lynn is a retired Adjunct Associate Professor of Studio Art from Oakland University\, where she has been on the faculty of the Department of Art & Art History since 2000. Lynn has also instructed studio art and design at the College For Creative Studies\, University of Detroit Mercy — School of Architecture\, Macomb Community College\, Wayne State University\, and Bloomfield University School. Her work can be seen in the collections of Oakland University\, Wayne State University\, Detroit Receiving Hospital\, Children’s Hospital of Michigan\, Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital and numerous private collections.\n\nThis exhibition consists of works from a variety of series created by Galbreath over the years: Telegraph\, Storyboard\, and Working Hard for a Living. Each series represents a unique exploration of themes\, techniques\, and social commentaries that reflect Galbreath’s artistic journey and concerns for the world.\n\nTelegraph explores the aesthetic visual weights and balances between harmony and content\, diving deep into how visual elements can convey messages and emotions. This series invites viewers to reflect on the way art communicates through its formal qualities\, as well as its narrative possibilities. The careful interplay of shapes\, colors\, and textures in these works prompts an examination of the viewer's perception and emotional response. By utilizing abstract forms\, Galbreath encourages an engagement that goes beyond mere observation\, seeking to provoke thought about how aesthetic choices influence understanding and meaning.\n\nOn the other hand\, Storyboard is a series of image-driven installation paintings that vary greatly in size\, showcasing Galbreath’s versatility and creative ingenuity. The titles of the works draw inspiration from the years spent creating visuals for TV commercials and public service announcements\, illustrating how commercial art often intertwines with societal messages. This series emphasizes the profound impact visual narratives have on consumer culture and public perception\, underscoring the artist's belief in the potency of imagery to shape narratives. The installations weave a complex fabric of storytelling that challenges viewers to reconsider their relationship with media and the messages they consume daily.\n\nWorking Hard for a Living pays tribute to our sustainable and unsustainable resources\, shedding light on the individuals who toil diligently within these economic frameworks. This series highlights the hard-working suppliers of essential products\, including Farm Market Managers\, Fishmongers\, and Beach Vendors. By portraying these self-employed individuals\, often operating within informal economies\, Galbreath draws attention to the unique challenges they face. These individuals frequently contend with low\, inconsistent incomes\, long hours\, and sometimes exploitative conditions\, fostering a sense of solidarity with those who labor under such circumstances.\n\nFurthermore\, the series invites viewers to confront the broader societal structures that contribute to these inequities. Galbreath's work serves not only as a tribute but also as a call to action to consider how our consumer habits and economic policies affect the livelihoods of others. The layered narratives present in this series open a dialogue about the value we place on labor and the often unseen struggles that support our day-to-day lives. Through these explorations\, Galbreath establishes a multifaceted narrative that intertwines art with activism\, compelling audiences to engage both aesthetically and ethically with the realities depicted in the exhibition.
UID:142773-21891459@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142773
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,ArtsEngine,Culture,Detroit,Exhibition,Free,North Campus,Visual Arts
LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery
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DTSTAMP:20251212T105136
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T200000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Materia Magica: Materiality and Ritual in the Greco-Roman World
DESCRIPTION:View a diverse array of artifacts which were created to communicate with and call upon various unseen\, supernatural forces for aid and protection. While the objects on display are disparate at first glance\, ranging from lead tablets and amulets to papyrus and parchment leaves\, they all share a common thread: they have long been labeled as \"magical\" in traditional Western scholarship.\n\nHowever\, each of these artifacts is better understood on a broad spectrum of ancient ritual\, from subversive and transgressive acts to highly social and visible ones. The exhibit highlights the objects’ oft-overlooked material dimensions\, asking us to consider how qualities like color\, texture\, and weight shaped an object’s perceived efficacy and meaning. \n\nThis exhibit was a collaboration\, and displays items from several University of Michigan units: the library’s Special Collections Research Center and Papyrology Collection\, the Museum of Natural History\, and the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology. It was curated by Abigail Staub\, PhD Candidate\, Interdepartmental Program in Mediterranean Art & Archaeology.\n\nAnna Bonnell Freidin\, U-M associate professor of history\, will talk about \"Healing the Womb: Uterine Amulets in the Roman World\" (https://events.umich.edu/event/142418) on January 16.
UID:142417-21890867@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142417
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Free,Library
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251215T163232
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Terence Swafford Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition showcases a decade of artist Terry Swafford’s work in Detroit\, marking the culmination of years spent composing scenes from the untamed edges of urban communities. These paintings serve as a visual record of Detroit’s transformation\, capturing humanity’s impact on the environment alongside nature’s persistent efforts to reclaim these spaces. As the city continues to change\, many of these depicted scenes are vanishing\, no longer visible in the landscape today. The significance of this documentation goes beyond mere nostalgia\; it invites viewers to reflect on the dynamic interplay between urban development and ecological restoration\, prompting a deeper understanding of how cities evolve while retaining traces of their history.\n\nSwafford’s paintings are created on location and in one session. The natural conditions\, including light\, shadow\, and atmosphere\, change dramatically from hour to hour and day to day\, forcing the artist to respond quickly and decisively. This approach\, born of a direct engagement with the subject and the fleeting nature of the scene\, along with his wet-on-wet technique\, keeps the work fresh and immediate. By immersing himself in the environment\, Swafford captures the diverse textures and vibrant colors that characterize Detroit’s landscape\, imbuing his work with a sense of urgency and spontaneity. Each brushstroke conveys a commitment not only to visual accuracy but also to emotional resonance\, as he strives to encapsulate the spirit of a place that is both loved and contested.\n\nIn addition to these works\, the artist constantly sketches ideas both for paintings and for designing projects in his business. These sketches serve as visual language\, helping him clarify and refine his concepts before bringing them to life. They become a means to communicate ideas to clients and his crew and become an extension of his voice—an academic exercise rooted in artistic practice that fosters collaboration and innovation. The act of sketching also reflects his evolving relationship with the city\, as each drawing encapsulates fleeting moments of inspiration drawn directly from his surroundings. This duality of function—creating art for exhibition and conceptualizing designs for projects—demonstrates Swafford’s versatility and adaptability as an artist.\n\nSwafford received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from the Rhode Island School of Design\, and while at RISD\, he was part of the European Honors Program. His education not only honed his technical skills but also broadened his artistic perspective through exposure to varied artistic traditions. He has shown his work in both solo and group exhibitions in Chicago\, Kansas City\, and New York State. Each exhibition serves as a testament to his commitment to his craft and his ability to engage diverse audiences\, offering them an opportunity to explore the complex narratives woven into each landscape.
UID:142768-21891372@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142768
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,ArtsEngine,Culture,Detroit,Exhibition,Free,Humanities,North Campus,Visual Arts
LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connections Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251212T085640
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T210000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:The Evolution of Campus\, 1838-1963: A Cartographic Celebration of U-M's History
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the campus’ history and architecture and explore the campus that might have been. This exhibit highlights the U-M Ann Arbor campus\, both before its creation and throughout its continuous evolution. Featuring the work of famous architects such as Alexander Jackson Davis\, Albert Kahn and Eero Saarinen\, the exhibit presents maps\, plans\, architectural drawings\, proposals\, and photographs of the campus throughout its evolution.  \n\nThis exhibit was originally part of a larger exhibit displayed from July 2017 to January 2018 to commemorate U-M's bicentennial.
UID:138431-21890632@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138431
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Library,Maps
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor)
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251216T100358
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Tukilile Vaa
DESCRIPTION:Kaloki Nyamai is a multidisciplinary artist based in Nairobi. His practice explores Kenya's histories and collective memory\, blending Kamba traditions with contemporary narratives. Using acrylic paint\, rope\, photo transfers\, and stitched yarn\, his free-hanging immersive works blur the boundaries between painting\, sculpture\, and installation. For his U-M project\, Nyamai will present one large unstretched piece and two framed paintings at the Institute for the Humanities\, as well as a second free-hanging work at the U-M Museum of Art.\n\nThe physicality of his complex constructions inspire wonder in the viewer. The works are vast in scale\, embedded with stories\, where past and future merge both poetically and conceptually. In each composition\, the artist proposes a powerful alternative to the flatness of singular narratives of Kenyan history and identity presented as the definitive postcolonial account. He likens the formal act of stitching to symbolically unifying a wounded or fractured community.\n\nNyamai founded the Kamene Cultural & Research Center in Nairobi\, a creative and collaborative hub dedicated to the preservation\, promotion\, and innovation of African cultural practices.\n\nAbout the artist:\nKaloki Nyamai (*1985 in Kitui\, Kenya) is a multidisciplinary artist working with installation\, painting\, and sculpture based in Nairobi. From an early age\, his mother introduced him to painting and taught him to draw\, fostering an ever-lasting interest in art throughout his life. He often finds inspiration in his grandmother’s stories of the Kamba people\, a Bantu ethnic group of eastern Kenya. Using materials like acrylic paint\, sisal rope\, photo transfers\, and stitched yarn\, Nyamai’s free-hanging pieces evoke the healing of historical wounds and a collective yearning for renewal. His works blur the boundaries between painting\, sculpture\, and installation\, creating cohesive\, immersive experiences where past\, present\, and future converge poetically.\n\nNyamai studied Interior Design at the Buruburu Institute Of Fine Arts (BIFA) and then pursued painting after working in other creative fields. His large-scale paintings and mixed-media installations intricately explore historical narratives\, examining their resonance in the present. Nyamai has shown his work across the globe in solo exhibitions at the Norval Foundation\, Cape Town (2024)\; James Cohan Gallery\, New York (2024)\; Galerie Barbara Thumm\, Berlin (2023 and 2022)\; SEPTIEME Gallery\, Paris (2019)\, and other venues. In 2023\, he featured part of his series Dining in Chaos in the “Unlimited” section at Art Basel in Basel. He has participated in group exhibitions and biennials\, most recently at the Sharjah Biennial 16\, Sharjah (2025)\; The Völklinger Hütte\, Völklingen (2024)\; the Kenyan Pavilion at the Venice Biennale\, Venice (2022)\; and the Dakar Biennale (2022). His works are part of numerous private and institutional collections around the world\, such as the Dallas Art Museum\, the Southern African Foundation for Contemporary Art\, and the Arthur Primas Museum.
UID:142791-21891578@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142791
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Humanities,Visual Arts
LOCATION:202 S. Thayer - Institute for the Humanities Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T102201
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Other:Engage Detroit Grant Live ($15\,000)
DESCRIPTION:Interested parties should apply through the website: https://engaged.umich.edu/engagement-detroit/detroit-workshops/\n\nOur Engaged Learning team is seeking proposals for the 2026 Engage Detroit Workshop grant program\, which supports small groups of U-M faculty and staff members organizing a workshop or a speaker series in Detroit. Please consider sharing this information with your faculty and staff who are interested in pursuing projects in Detroit. \n\nContinuing our commitment to partnerships with Detroit\, this grant provides up to $15\,000 in funding for workshops or speaker series that foster meaningful relationships and connections on a topic connecting faculty and staff at the University of Michigan with Detroit communities. The program has awarded 27 projects since its inception in 2022.\n\nIn collaboration with the Dearborn and Flint Provosts\, for 2026\, we are planning to support up to six proposals aimed at organizing a workshop or speaker series on a topic that is both relevant to Detroit communities and brings together multiple initiatives/projects led by UM faculty/staff. \n \nSubmissions are due by March 1\, 2026\; an overview of the program is available here. You can read more about the program in Monday’s Record article\, or at the Engaged Michigan website. You can also review active work by U-M faculty and staff in Detroit\, as reported in our 2025 census map.\n\nPlease direct any questions you may have about the program or application process to engagedmichigan@umich.edu.
UID:144249-21895060@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144249
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Civic Engagement,Community Engagement,Detroit,Faculty,Free,Graduate,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate School,Graduate Students,Health Professions,History,In Person,Interdisciplinary,Leadership,Lifelong Learning,Literature,Medicine,Networking,Nursing,Personal Development,pharmacy,Pre Med,Pre-Health,Pre-Law,Professional Development,Public Policy,Social Impact,Social Justice,Social Sciences,Sociology,Staff,Storytelling,Sustainability,Teaching,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260113T145711
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T140000
SUMMARY:Other:Midterm Study Hall
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a quiet space to study for midterms? Join us at the DSI! We'll have a quiet study space available\, including snacks\, drinks\, and lo-fi study vibes!
UID:143847-21894122@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143847
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Digital Studies Institute,Study Hall,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Mason Hall - G325
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260107T100606
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Chiacchiere e Caffè: Italian Speaking Hour
DESCRIPTION:Parliamo italiano!\n\n-Practice your Italian speaking skills with fellow students and instructors in a welcoming and relaxed environment. Get advice on courses and discuss study abroad programs. All language levels are welcome!\n\n-Free coffee\, tea\, light snacks\, and baked goods will be provided.\n\nThe RLL Commons is located in the center hallway of the 4th floor of the Modern Languages Building.\n\nFor more information contact Valerio Rossi at (rossiv@umich.edu).
UID:143169-21892353@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143169
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Coffee,Community,Culture,Discussion,Engaged Learning,Food,Free,Games,Global,In Person,Inclusion,Interactive,Interdisciplinary,International,Italian,Language,Multicultural,Romance Languages And Literatures,Social,Social Sciences,Talk
LOCATION:Modern Languages Building - RLL Commons, 4314 MLB
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T102201
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
SUMMARY:Other:Engage Detroit Grant Live ($15\,000)
DESCRIPTION:Interested parties should apply through the website: https://engaged.umich.edu/engagement-detroit/detroit-workshops/\n\nOur Engaged Learning team is seeking proposals for the 2026 Engage Detroit Workshop grant program\, which supports small groups of U-M faculty and staff members organizing a workshop or a speaker series in Detroit. Please consider sharing this information with your faculty and staff who are interested in pursuing projects in Detroit. \n\nContinuing our commitment to partnerships with Detroit\, this grant provides up to $15\,000 in funding for workshops or speaker series that foster meaningful relationships and connections on a topic connecting faculty and staff at the University of Michigan with Detroit communities. The program has awarded 27 projects since its inception in 2022.\n\nIn collaboration with the Dearborn and Flint Provosts\, for 2026\, we are planning to support up to six proposals aimed at organizing a workshop or speaker series on a topic that is both relevant to Detroit communities and brings together multiple initiatives/projects led by UM faculty/staff. \n \nSubmissions are due by March 1\, 2026\; an overview of the program is available here. You can read more about the program in Monday’s Record article\, or at the Engaged Michigan website. You can also review active work by U-M faculty and staff in Detroit\, as reported in our 2025 census map.\n\nPlease direct any questions you may have about the program or application process to engagedmichigan@umich.edu.
UID:144249-21895017@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144249
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Civic Engagement,Community Engagement,Detroit,Faculty,Free,Graduate,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate School,Graduate Students,Health Professions,History,In Person,Interdisciplinary,Leadership,Lifelong Learning,Literature,Medicine,Networking,Nursing,Personal Development,pharmacy,Pre Med,Pre-Health,Pre-Law,Professional Development,Public Policy,Social Impact,Social Justice,Social Sciences,Sociology,Staff,Storytelling,Sustainability,Teaching,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260205T094030
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T123000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Generative AI for Visualization
DESCRIPTION:This session focuses on the use of generative AI tools/agents to produce visualizations.  We will go over the use of different tools for automating the construction of descriptive\, analytical\, and communicative visualizations. The session will cover prompting approaches for construction\, ideation\, and evaluation. The topics will be largely practical\, with a touch of theory to help you understand how to judge the quality of visualizations and guide the tools toward better results.
UID:145102-21896671@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145102
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Academic Technology At Michigan,Ai,Ai Literacy,Computer Science And Engineering,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Engineering,Genai,Generative Ai
LOCATION:Palmer Commons - Forum Hall
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T102051
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T123000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Generative AI Tutorials: Generative AI for Visualization
DESCRIPTION:This session is part of the 2025-2026 Generative AI tutorial series hosted by the Michigan Institute for Data & AI in Society (MIDAS)About: This session focuses on the use of generative AI tools/agents to produce visualizations. We will go over the use of different tools for automating the construction of descriptive\, analytical\, and communicative visualizations. The session will cover prompting approaches for construction\, ideation\, and evaluation. The topics will be largely practical\, with a touch of theory to help you understand how to judge the quality of visualizations and guide the tools toward better results. 
UID:142171-21890156@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142171
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Forum Hall, Palmer Commons (100 Washtenaw Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109)
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260310T063158
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Resume Lab
DESCRIPTION:*RSVP required to attend. Click \"Join Event\" here: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1894034Just getting started building a resume? Have a draft but not sure how to make it better? Want to learn about resources available to revise your resume? Wherever you’re at Resume Lab is a great next step for you. Get real-time\, personalized support in a small group setting by checking out the Resume Lab.We will discuss and educate you on…- Design andformat- Writing a great bullet point- Targeting your resumefor specific internships/jobs If you're a Graduate Studentor Recent Grad\, please make a 1:1 appointment instead of attending the Lab because this event is designed for undergraduates. Note:This event's information is shown in Handshake as well as on the Happening @ Michigan calendar so that it will be seen by a larger number of U-M Students.#UCC
UID:144200-21894835@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144200
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:
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DTSTAMP:20251212T154000
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T130000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:IOE Community Event
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow members of the IOE community for some delicious treats in the Community Suite!
UID:142658-21891269@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142658
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Industrial And Operations Engineering,Michigan Engineering,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Industrial and Operations Engineering Building - Community Suite (IOE 1700)
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260121T170537
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T123000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Lunch-n-Learn: Entrepreneurial Engineers: How to Start Your Own Business
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking about starting a company? Do you have a great business idea? Attend this session to learn what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur and also learn the tactical (and legal) things you need to do when starting a company. Lunch provided!
UID:144274-21895102@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144274
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Graduate,Graduate Students,Industrial And Operations Engineering,Michigan Engineering,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Industrial and Operations Engineering Building - G690
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T113813
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T130000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Disclosureland: How Corporate Words Constrain Racial Progress
DESCRIPTION:Former Center for Racial Justice visiting fellow\, legal scholar\, and sociologist Atinuke O. Adediran discusses her new book Disclosureland: How Corporate Words Constrain Racial Progress. Drawing from social science research and legal analysis\, Disclosureland uncovers the power structures and institutional practices that determine how companies respond to calls for change. Critical\, insightful\, and forward-thinking\, Disclosureland challenges readers to look beyond public rhetoric to understand how corporate narratives shape our collective pursuit of fairness\, equity\, and shared responsibility. Adediran will be joined in conversation by Mark S. Mizruchi\, U-M professor of sociology.\n\nThis event is open to U-M students\, faculty\, staff\, alumni\, and community members and is co-sponsored by the U-M Department of Sociology\,  Michigan Business Law\, and the Black Law Students Association. \n\nLunch from Jerusalem Garden provided.\n\nAccessibility note\n\nSpeakers will use microphones. This event will not be recorded or livestreamed.
UID:145363-21897191@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145363
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Anti-racism,Book Talk,Center For Racial Justice,Law,Racial Justice,Sociology
LOCATION:Trotter Multicultural Center - Sankofa Lounge
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260310T123146
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T130000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:FBI Detroit - Information Session on Honors Internship Program
DESCRIPTION:Today’s FBI is an intelligence-driven and threat-focused national security organization with both intelligence and law enforcement responsibilities that is staffed by a dedicated cadre of more than 30\,000agents\, analysts and other professionals who work around the clock and across the globe to protect the U.S. from terrorism\, espionage\, cyber attacks and major criminal threats\, and to provide its many partners with service\, support\, training and leadership.  Join us for a facilitated discussion hosted by Michigan’s FBI Recruiter Dr. Cortney Smalley. The session will include an overview of the FBI\, an overview of the Honors Internship Program and how students can prepare you for a public service career with the FBI. The presentation will be followed by a Q&amp\;A. The link to FBI Detroit's website can be found here - https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/detroit This event's information is shown in Handshake as well as on the Happening @ Michigan calendar so that it will be seen by a larger number of U-M Students. You can only register to attend this event within Handshake. If you'd like to indicate that you'll be attending this event and see more details\, please go to this webpage: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/events/1912243/share_preview We want to ensurefull and equitable participation in our events. If an accessibility accommodation would promote your full participation in this event\, please indicate your accommodation requirements via the link below\, preferably at least 14 days prior to the program to ensure sufficient time for arranging your requested accommodation(s) or exploring suitable alternatives. If you have any questions regarding access to our programs\, please don't hesitate to reach out to Cierra Sutherland at cierrasu@umich.edu. Accessibility accommodationform: https://forms.gle/FmFn35ZLxJ8kvPfSA #UCC 
UID:145383-21897217@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145383
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260122T181724
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T123000
SUMMARY:Performance:Kathy Beck\, carillon
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Beck performs on the Charles Baird Carillon\, an instrument of 53 bronze bells located inside the Burton Memorial Tower. The largest bell\, which strikes the hour\, weighs 12 tons\, while the smallest bell\, 4½ octaves above\, weighs just 15 pounds.\n\nThirty-minute recitals are performed on the Charles Baird Carillon at noon every weekday that classes are in session\, followed by visitor Q&A with the carillonist. The bell chamber may be accessed via a combination of elevator and stairs. Take the elevator to the highest floor possible (floor 8)\, and then climb two flights of stairs (39 steps) to the bell chamber (floor 10). Hearing protection earmuffs are provided for visitors. Be prepared to walk on ice and snow in the bell chamber during winter. Built in 1936\, the Charles Baird Carillon is not ADA accessible. Visitors with mobility concerns are invited to visit the Lurie Carillon.
UID:144344-21895187@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144344
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Music
LOCATION:Burton Memorial Tower
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T112056
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T130000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Lunch & Learn: An Avatar of Your Professor? Designing AI-Produced Instructional Videos within MOOCs
DESCRIPTION:Join the Eileen Lappin Weiser Center for the Learning Sciences to hear from Dr. Rebecca Quintana and Annie Zhou about their project working on AI-Generated Instructor Avatars.This is an informal\, works in progress conversation. Light snacks and beverages will be provided. Attendees are invited to bring their lunch!
UID:142898-21891776@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142898
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Tribute Room, 1322
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260222T161940
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T130000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Museums@Noon – Internships in Switzerland and West Africa
DESCRIPTION:From the Field to the Museum: Experiences at the Museum of Natural History of Bern (Patricia Torres-Pineda\, PhD student\, Ecology & Evolutionary Biology)\nMore than 60 million natural history specimens are housed in Swiss museums\, universities\, botanical gardens\, and other heritage institutions. Nationwide investment in storage\, databasing\, and policy development actively advances museomics\, digitization\, anti-racism initiatives\, and provenance research. As a result\, these collections are increasingly recognized as dynamic archives for phylogenetic and global change research\, rather than as static displays. Join me to reflect on my experiences in one of the most important natural history museums and collections of Switzerland.\n\nArt\, Labor\, and Landscape at MOWAA: Centering Production\, Environmental Knowledge\, & Community in Museum Interpretation (Timilehin Ayelagbe\, PhD student\, Anthropology)\nThis presentation reflects on my internship at the Museum of West African Art Edo (MOWAA)\, where I contributed to research\, interpretation\, and the curation of an exhibition. Drawing on both my MOWAA experience and my UM Museum Studies training\, I discuss exhibition-making by centering production processes\, environmental knowledge\, and community context rather than focusing only on finished objects. The talk highlights how archaeological and ecological perspectives shaped my curatorial decisions and how this experience deepened my understanding of emerging museum practice in West Africa.
UID:145801-21897834@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145801
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Anthropology,Ecology,Graduate School,Museum
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T101438
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Revolutionary Paine: Andy Murphy Student-Curated Class Exhibit Common Sense
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense” was one of the most influential works of the American Revolution. The first edition was published on January 10\, 1776\, with an initial print run of just 1\,000 copies\; but within weeks demand soared. The students of Andy Murphy’s POLISCI 495 course co-curated the exhibition “Revolutionary Paine” to document the whirlwind caused by its publication. On view at the Clements January 16-May 8\, weekdays from 12-4 pm.
UID:143999-21894430@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143999
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Americana,Exhibit,Exhibition,history
LOCATION:William Clements Library - Avenir Foundation Reading Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260122T101612
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T130000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Under Pressure: Keratin 9 regulates mechanosensitive YAP1 signaling in the palmoplantar epidermis
DESCRIPTION:CDB Dissertation Defense \n\nWe are pleased to announce that Sarah Steiner\, Ph.D. Candidate (Pierre Coulombe\, Mentor) will present her Dissertation Defense titled \"Under Pressure: Keratin 9 regulates mechanosensitive YAP1 signaling in the palmoplantar epidermis\,\" on Monday\, February 23\, 2026\, at 12 p.m. at the BSRB Kahn Auditorium and via live stream: https://umich.zoom.us/j/5585678659?omn=91644760005\, Passcode: K9-YAP1.
UID:144292-21895127@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144292
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Basic Science,Biology,Biosciences,Science
LOCATION:Taubman Biomedical Science Research Building - BSRB Kahn Auditorium
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260123T121719
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T132000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T135000
SUMMARY:Performance:Tiffany Ng\, carillon
DESCRIPTION:University Carillonist Tiffany Ng performs on the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Carillon\, an instrument of 60 bells with the lowest bell (bourdon) weighing 6 tons.\n\nThirty-minute recitals are performed on the Lurie Carillon every weekday that classes are in session. During these recitals\, visitors may take the elevator to level 2 to view the largest bells\, or to level 3 to see the carillonist performing. (Visitors subject to acrophobia are recommended to visit level 2 only.) An optional spiral stairway between levels 2 and 3 allows for up-close views of some of the largest bells.
UID:144376-21895246@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144376
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Faculty,Free,Music,North Campus
LOCATION:Lurie Ann & Robert H. Tower
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251211T091436
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T153000
SUMMARY:Other:Critical Conversations on Generative AI and Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Critical Conversations on Generative AI and Higher Education is a monthly\, cross-campus Community of Practice (CoP) for instructors and instructional staff who are navigating the evolving role of AI in their teaching. This community offers space to explore\, question\, and learn alongside colleagues across U-M—helping educators stay grounded in their pedagogical values while adapting to new technological realities.\n\nThe phrase “critical conversations” reflects our balanced approach—rooted in critical pedagogy and intergroup dialogue—that encourages open\, evidence-based exploration of AI’s implications for higher education.\n\nThrough engagement and reflection\, participants share diverse perspectives\, embrace productive tension\, and connect questions of technology to the core values of teaching and learning. Each conversation invites inquiry and shared meaning-making to support reflective innovation.
UID:142494-21891025@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142494
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Academic Technology At Michigan,Center For Research On Learning And Teaching,Community Of Practice,Faculty,Flint,Genai,Information and Technology,Staff
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260203T094310
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Mentor Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Questions about internships\, classes\, or careers? Need a resume review or interview practice? Questions about getting involved on campus\, branching out\, or joining the WISE community? Anything goes at WISE Mentor Office Hours. Sign up here to chat with a WISE Mentor about anything!\n\nhttps://calendly.com/vial-umich/30min
UID:144939-21896171@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144939
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Advising,Mentorship,Sessions
LOCATION:zoom
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T132057
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:MLK Leadership Seminar Series: Leadership for Democracy & Justice
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies\, we invite you to the Medical School's MLK Leadership Seminar Series to honor the life\, legacy\, and leadership of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.The theme for this year's series is \"Leadership for Democracy and Justice\,\" a vital pillar of this year’s campus symposium theme: \"Unbowed and Unbroken: The Enduring Struggle for Justice.\" (https://oami.umich.edu/mlk-symposium/)Running for six sessions from the MLK holiday through the end of Black History Month\, this series bridges the gap between leadership scholarship and the urgent understandings required to navigate our modern political landscape. Participants will gain the essential tools and theoretical foundations needed to challenge the status quo and lead with purpose in today's society. Don’t miss this opportunity to transform your influence into a powerful force for democratic progress and social equity—register today to help solve the equation for a more just world.
UID:143760-21894651@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143760
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Taubman Health Science Library, room 2901
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260220T143001
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
SUMMARY:Presentation:Multi-modal Representation Learning for Contact-rich and Dexterous Manipulation
DESCRIPTION:Co-Chairs: Dmitry Berenson and Nima Fazeli\n\nAbstract:\nMy PhD research focuses on representation learning with force and touch for contact rich\, dexterous robot manipulation. Recent robot learning has made major progress in vision and language\, but those modalities alone cannot fully capture physical interaction in robot manipulation tasks. Tasks like cleaning\, assembly\, and assistive care require robots to reason about contact and force\, especially in the presence of sensor noise and visual occlusion. My work develops learning based methods that integrate force and tactile sensing into robot learning and control. I build object centric multi-modal (vision and touch) representations to infer object state and contact under noise and occlusion\, design contact aware planning and control frameworks with learned dynamics to regulate interaction that effectively integrated with language modality\, and develop shared tactile representations that align human and robot touch signals for cross embodiment policy transfer. Overall\, this dissertation studies how force\, touch\, and contact can improve robotic dexterity in contact rich manipulation.\n\nZoom:\nhttps://umich.zoom.us/j/95094568449\nMeeting ID: 950 9456 8449\nPasscode: 837399
UID:145782-21897810@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145782
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Michigan Robotics,Robotics
LOCATION:Ford Robotics Building - 2300
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T142051
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:ACUM CES: Findings from a Survey Characterizing Advisors' and Coaches' Experiences and Perceptions with Validating Approaches
DESCRIPTION:The Student Success Initiative (SSI) coming out of the Office for the Vice Provost of Undergraduate Education seeks to create data-informed change that promotes the holistic success of students at the University of Michigan. Recognizing the importance that advising and coaching play in students’ academic journeys\, one focus of the SSI is to enhance advising and coaching at U-M for both students and advisors and coaches\, such as through the implementation of training on a validation approach to advising and coaching (with training planned to begin in Sp/Su 2026). To support these efforts\, we—Dr. Solaire Finkenstaedt-Quinn (Assessment and Evaluation Specialist for the SSI) and Natalie Drobny and Gray Strain (Evaluation Advising Fellows)—are working to understand the current advising landscape at U-M and how it shifts over time as validation training is implemented. During this CES\, we will begin by presenting our findings from a survey that characterizes U-M advisors’ and coaches’ knowledge and use of approaches that align with validation theory and the mission and framework developed by the Academic Advising & Coaching Team. To close off the session\, we hope to engage advisors and coaches in a conversation about how our findings can be used to inform changes in advising and coaching at U-M.
UID:144758-21895820@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144758
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:R1220 Ross School of Business
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260202T102637
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:HEP-Astro Seminar | Dark Energy Dynamics\, Spatial Curvature\, Neither\, or Both?
DESCRIPTION:Observations over the last two and half decades have persuaded cosmologists that (as yet only indirectly detected) dark energy is by far the main component of the energy budget of the current universe. I review a few simple dark energy models\, including the currently-standard ΛCDM cosmological model\, and compare their predictions to observational data\, to derive cosmological parameter constraints and to study consistency of different data sets. I summarize observational constraints on dark energy dynamics and spatial curvature\, two parameters that extend away from the time-independent cosmological constant dark energy and flat spatial hypersurfaces of the standard ΛCDM model. I also summarize observational constraints on the Hubble constant. I conclude with a list of my favorite open cosmological questions.
UID:144906-21896131@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144906
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Physics,Science
LOCATION:West Hall - 340
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260206T131439
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
SUMMARY:Fair / Festival:LSA@Play: Mystery Book Match
DESCRIPTION:Take a chance and discover your next great read! Choose a wrapped book from a wide variety of genres\, each labeled with just four words/phrases as your only hint. Select a book\, unwrap your surprise\, and enjoy. It’s yours to keep. \n\nBooks will be restocked daily and are available while supplies last.\n\nIn partnership with LSA Student Government.\n__________\nFor LSA undergrads only. Join us for LSA@Play\, a vibrant series of events designed to welcome and support LSA students! Gatherings and activities offer an opportunity for students to prioritize well-being\, inclusivity\, and community. Plus\, get free food and LSA swag! Visit the LSA@Play webpage: lsa.umich.edu/play for more details\, subscribe to receive text/email updates\, and check for additional events being added soon! Events are first-come\, first-served\, and while supplies last. One swag item per student\, and you must be present with an MCard to receive it.\n\nThe University of Michigan College of Literature\, Science\, and the Arts (LSA) greatly values inclusion and access for all. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to enable your full participation in this event. Please email lsaatplay@umich.edu if you would like to request disability accommodations or have any questions or concerns. We ask that you provide advance notice to ensure sufficient time to meet the requested accommodations.
UID:145175-21896762@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145175
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Literature,Undergraduate Students,Well-being
LOCATION:LSA Building - 1040 Multipurpose Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260206T193113
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Fair / Festival:Neurodiversity Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore organizations centering neurodiversity and disability from the local community! Groups will table in the Union\, talk about the work they are doing\, and advertise ways to get involved! This event will include a sensory/quiet space\, local organizations from UM and Ann Arbor area\, adaptive sports\, and catering. Welcome to all!\n\nGenerously made possible by Larry Motola Linguistics Fund\, which funds the development of curriculum projects about cognitive processes and conditions and their interaction with language.\n\nPlease RSVP here: https://forms.gle/7YeuxUcdqDhXuGMfA\n\nWhere: Anderson Room - Michigan Union 1st Floor\n\nWhen: Monday\, February 23rd\n\nTime: 3:00-5:00 PM EST
UID:145205-21896802@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145205
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Activism,Advocacy,All Majors Welcome,Disability,Diversity Equity and Inclusion,Food,Free,In Person,Neurodiversity
LOCATION:Michigan Union - Anderson Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260204T164301
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T163000
SUMMARY:Well-being:Services for Students with Disabilities Office Hours
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Services for Students with Disabilities Office Hours! Stop by the Spectrum Center to learn about Services for Students with Disabilities\, how to connect with us\, and how we can support you. Also\, we‘ll have some cool swag for you\, including stickers!
UID:145083-21896642@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145083
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:academics,access,accessibility,Accommodations,disabilities,disability,educational,Inclusion,lgbt,services for students with disabilities,sexuality,student life
LOCATION:Michigan Union - Spectrum Center, Room 3020
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260107T001524
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
SUMMARY:Other:Transfer Student Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an hour long virtual info session for undergraduate students interested in transferring to the University of Michigan Stamps School of Art &amp\; Design from another school or college. The info session will include a presentation and Q&amp\;A with current students and the admissions team.Info session times are Eastern US.\nVisit our Admissions Events page to learn more about additional upcoming events.
UID:143358-21892946@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143358
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251202T085007
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:RCGD Seminar Series on Social Connection: Chris Dunkel Schetter
DESCRIPTION:Chris Dunkel Schetter\nUCLA\, RCGD\n\nFeb. 23\, 2026\n\nABOUT THE SERIES\n\nThe Winter 2026 RCGD Seminar Series: The Ties that Bond: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Social Connection\n\nThis seminar series brings together senior and early-career scholars to explore fundamental questions about how we connect\, protect\, and care. Talks will highlight lifespan and comparative approaches to understanding social connection\, physiological implications of social and race-related stressors\, and diverse conceptualizations of what it means to belong—from romantic and parent–child relationships to group and societal dynamics to technology-mediated interactions.\n\nRobin Edelstein\, Professor of Psychology at the University of Michigan and an affiliate of the Research Center for Group Dynamics\, has organized this series. She will introduce the series at this kick-off event that doubles as a faculty meeting.\n\nThe first seminar in the series will be Jan. 26. Join us on Mondays to learn about the biological\, social\, and developmental pathways that shape human connection.\n\nThese events are held Mondays from 3:30 to 5.\nIn person: ISR Thompson 1430\, unless otherwise specified.\nOrganized by Robin Edelstein\nAs permissions allow\, seminars are later posted to our YouTube playlist.
UID:142307-21890445@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142307
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Biology,Biopsychology\, Cognition\, And Neuroscience (Bcn),Life Science,Medicine,Psychology,Social Sciences,Women's Studies
LOCATION:Institute For Social Research - 1430
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DTSTAMP:20260220T100724
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T163000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:The ‘First Proof’ Experiment
DESCRIPTION:During the first part of this talk\, we will provide some background on how modern generative AI chatbot systems work\, focusing on the setting of answering math questions. We then focus on the current state of “AI and math.”  While it is clear that AI systems are at least helpful assistants for some parts of research mathematics\, their ability to answer research-level math questions without an expert in the loop is less clear.  To assess this\, we are running a community experiment called “First Proof”\, where we have shared a set of ten math questions which have arisen naturally in the research process of the authors but which had not appeared publicly until February 7\, 2026.   Answers to the questions are known to the authors of the questions\, but will remain encrypted for one week\, while the experiment is running.  We will discuss the set-up and initial outcomes from the experiment\, and finally discuss next steps for further assessments.\n\nAbout the speaker: Rachel Ward is a professor of mathematics and holds a distinguished professorship in Data Science at the Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences at UT Austin.  From 2023-2025\, she was on leave as Principal Researcher at Microsoft Research.  From 2017-2018 she was a visiting Researcher at Facebook AI Research.  Her research interests include optimization\, randomized numerical linear algebra\, theoretical machine learning\, and AI + Math.
UID:145769-21897795@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145769
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:College Of Engineering,Computer Engineering,Electrical And Computer Engineering,Electrical Engineering and Computer Science,engineering
LOCATION:Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building - 1311 EECS
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260206T141432
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T173000
SUMMARY:Presentation:Furious Harvests
DESCRIPTION:A poetry reading by Alex Averbuch from his new collection \"Furious Harvests\" (Harvard UP\, trans. from Ukrainian by Oksana Maksymchuk and Max Rosochinsky)\, in conversation with Benjamin Paloff. \"Furious Harvests\" brings readers to Averbuch’s homeland in eastern Ukraine and weaves voices from past and present wars\, tracing uprooted lives shaped by capture\, deportation\, and violence\, alongside the lingering presence of people and objects left behind in occupied territories. Drawing on family archives and mementos\, the poems assemble testimonies to the region’s complex histories\, WWII forced labor\, and the Holocaust. In a bilingual edition that mixes dialects\, registers\, and voices\, poetry speaks in rage and longing\, pressing toward an uneasy reconciliation of self and other.\n\nBranch 50 and the UM Ukrainian Students Club will follow the program with a candlelight vigil leaving the Michigan League at 5:45 pm for the U-M Diag for a moment of remembrance\, followed by a brief procession to Burton Tower\, where the Ukrainian National Anthem will be played on the carillon.\n\n5:45–6:00 pm Candlelight Vigil\, U-M Diag\n6:00–6:15 pm Procession to Burton Tower Carillon
UID:145178-21896766@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145178
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Discussion,eastern europe,Frankel Center For Judaic Studies,Poetry Reading,Slavic,Ukrainian,Weiser Center For Europe And Eurasia
LOCATION:Michigan League - Kalamazoo Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260221T113512
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:GLNT: Finiteness of heights in isogeny classes of motives
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: Using integral $p$-adic Hodge theory\, Kato and Koshikawa define a generalization of the Faltings height of an abelian variety to motives defined over a number field. Assuming the adelic Mumford-Tate conjecture\, we prove a finiteness property for heights in the isogeny class of a motive\, where the isogenous motives are not required to be defined over the same number field. This expands on a result of Kisin and Mocz for the Faltings height in isogeny classes of abelian varieties.
UID:143317-21892897@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143317
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 4096
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DTSTAMP:20260219T125308
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Mixed Ehrhart theory and Alexandrov–Fenchel-type inequalities
DESCRIPTION:Ehrhart theory studies the polynomial function that counts lattice points in integer dilates of a lattice polytope. This talk will focus on a natural mixed extension: counting lattice points in Minkowski sums of several scaled lattice polytopes. This produces a multivariate polynomial whose coefficients in the binomial basis are known as discrete mixed volumes\, which generalize the classical mixed volumes in the case of lattice polytopes. Mixed volumes famously satisfy the Alexandrov–Fenchel inequalities\, which has been used to prove various log-concavity results in combinatorics. A natural question is whether analogous inequalities hold for the discrete mixed volumes. I will present an asymptotic Alexandrov–Fenchel–type inequality valid for general families of lattice polytopes\, and an exact inequality in the case of coordinate simplices\, where the proof relies on an exceptional version of the Hirzebruch–Riemann–Roch theorem on the permutohedral variety due to Berget–Eur–Spink–Tseng. We will also see that such inequalities fail in general.
UID:145740-21897757@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145740
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 3866
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260310T123135
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Partnership for Public Service - Information Session on Summer 2026 Internship
DESCRIPTION:The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan\, nonprofit organization dedicated to building a more effective federal government and a stronger democracy by improving how government works\, attracting talent\, and fostering leadership for public service.PPS has hired U-M students over the last few years\, and they will be hosting an info session on their internship program about their summer 2026 internship! Please attend this info session if you would like to know more about the internship and application process. This event's information is shown in Handshake as well as on the Happening @ Michigan calendar so thatit will be seen by a larger number of U-M Students. You can only registerto attend this event within Handshake. If you'd like to indicate that you'll be attending this event and see more details\, please go to this webpage: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/events/1907151/share_preview We want to ensure full and equitable participationin our events. If an accessibility accommodation would promote your full participation in this event\, please indicate your accommodation requirements via the link below\, preferably at least 14 days prior to the program to ensure sufficient time for arranging your requested accommodation(s) orexploring suitable alternatives. If you have any questions regarding access to our programs\, please don't hesitate to reach out to Cierra Sutherland at cierrasu@umich.edu. Accessibility accommodation form: https://forms.gle/FmFn35ZLxJ8kvPfSA  #UCC 
UID:145095-21896662@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145095
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T100141
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Semiclassical Soliton Ensembles for the Intermediate Long Wave and Korteweg-de Vries Equations
DESCRIPTION:Semiclassical soliton ensembles (SSE) in the small dispersion limit are initially coherent collections of many solitons that well-approximate some initial profile. Evolving forward in time\, the profile will eventually undergo wave breaking\, shedding the solitons and generating a dispersive shock wave. We study this phenomenon for two PDE. The first SSE\, for the intermediate long wave equation\, is constructed to approximate general smooth Klaus-Shaw initial data. We first conduct a heuristic WKB approximation to determine the approximate scattering data and then rigorously study the inverse scattering problem using the methods of Lax and Levermore. We show the initial condition is recovered in the limit and the solution up until wave breaking approaches that of Invicid Burgers' equation in an L^2 sense. The second SSE is the sech^2 initial condition for the Korteweg-de Vries equation. Inverse scattering is done via a Reimann-Hilbert problem and the method of nonlinear steepest descent is employed. This project is joint work with K. Schmidt (University of Central Florida) and R. Buckingham (University of Cincinnati).
UID:143638-21893567@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143638
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics,Seminar,Virtual
LOCATION:Off Campus Location - EH 1866
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260209T090845
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T174500
SUMMARY:Presentation:3rd Year Student Seminar - Analytical Cluster
DESCRIPTION:On Monday\, February 23rd from 4:15 to 5:45 p.m. in CHEM 1640 please join us in watching the following third years present.\n\n*Student Presenter:* Kelsey Ramp\n*Research Advisor:* Prof. Dasgupta & Prof. Bartlett \n\n*Student Presenter:* Theo Severud\n*Research Advisor:* Prof. Kerri Pratt\n\n*Student Presenter:* Tyler Somerville & Ryan Snyder\n*Research Advisor:* Prof. Kennedy
UID:145233-21896897@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145233
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Chemistry
LOCATION:Chemistry Dow Lab - 1640
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260120T123511
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Working across the aisle in the Michigan Senate - with Senators Chang and Damoose
DESCRIPTION:Michigan State Senators Stephanie Chang (D-Detroit) and John Damoose (R-Harbor Spring) join the Ford School for a \"Conversation Across Differences\"\, which will bring together political leaders from across the aisle to an open forum that explores common ground. In these polarized days\, these conversations are more important than ever. \n\nThe senators have been examples of the ways in which the two sides of the Senate can cooperate and get things done – concerning water safety\, RXKids\, and other issues. The community will benefit from hearing about the ways in which they have been able to collaborate.\n\nOf course\, there are many issues on which they don't agree\, and a civil airing of views is equally important in the current hyperbolic communications environment.\n\nSpeaker bios:\n\nSenator Stephanie Chang is the first Asian American woman elected to the Michigan legislature. She worked as a community organizer in Detroit for nearly a decade before serving two terms in the Michigan House of Representatives and then as the Democratic Floor Leader for her first term in the Senate. She is currently serving her second term in the Michigan Senate and is the Senate Democratic Policy and Steering Chair.\n\nSen. Chang has led on air quality and environmental justice\, criminal justice reforms\, affordable\, safe drinking water\, and immigrants' rights issues. She has passed bipartisan legislation on a range of issues including sexual assault education and prevention\, an address confidentiality program for survivors of domestic violence\, the COVID-19 water shutoff moratorium\, female genital mutilation\, nitrous oxide \"whip-its\"\, reentry services for wrongfully convicted individuals who were exonerated\, improving Michigan's maritime economy\, support of community crisis response to mental health emergencies\, and establishing Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution. She is proud to have helped secure a historic community benefits agreement for Southwest Detroit residents near the Gordie Howe International Bridge and is active in her district advocating for the community's needs. She cofounded the Asian Pacific American Legislative Caucus in Michigan and served as the chair of the Progressive Women's Caucus in 2017-18.\n\nShe served as state director for NextGen Climate Michigan\, alumni engagement and evaluation coordinator for the Center for Progressive Leadership in Michigan\, deputy director for the Campaign for Justice and as an organizer for Michigan United/One United Michigan. She also worked as a community engagement coordinator for the James and Grace Lee Boggs School and assistant to Grace Lee Boggs\, an activist\, writer\, and speaker. The senator is a co-founder of Asian and Pacific Islander American Vote-Michigan and Rising Voices\; she also serves on the board of the Southwest Detroit Community Justice Center.\n\nChang earned her bachelor's degree in psychology and master's degrees in public policy and social work from the University of Michigan. She lives in Detroit with her husband\, Sean Gray\, and two young daughters.\n\nSenator John Damoose graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in political science in 1994\,  and immediately secured a job at the Christian Broadcasting Network in Virginia Beach\, Virginia. While there\, he learned his craft working on the 700 Club television program\, and ultimately wrote and produced a two-hour documentary on the story of America called \"Victory in Spite of All Terror.\" \n\nIn 1997\, John co-authored a book with Dr. Bill Bright\, the founder and president of Campus Crusade for Christ. The book explored the founding principles of the United States and was ultimately hand-delivered to every member of the U.S. Congress.\n\nAfter working with his family to launch several non-profit organizations and rekindle the Religious Heritage of America Foundation\, John and his father started 45 North Productions in the year 2000. Over the course of the next twenty years\, this pursuit would lead John to co-author and produce nine national television specials on themes like Arlington National Cemetery\, the Medal of Honor\, military families\, NASA\, and many others. John and his father were contracted by the Department of Defense to produce the official documentary celebrating the opening of the 9/11 Pentagon Memorial. Both John and his father had been in the Pentagon when the plane struck seven years earlier. He also wrote\, directed and produced \"The New American Road.\" The three-part series was commissioned by Ford Motor Company and tells the powerful story of what many believe is the quintessential American industry.\n\nFor nearly 25 years\, John has been a close associate of the organization that runs the annual National Prayer Breakfast in Washington\, D.C. In recent years\, he has served as the executive director of Building America's Tomorrow — an organization that launched a series of initiatives dedicated to rebuilding America's manufacturing workforce and encouraging career and technical education programs.
UID:144191-21894827@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144191
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:ford school,ford school of public policy,gerald r. ford school of public policy,Governance,government,policy talks,policy talks @ the ford school,public policy
LOCATION:Weill Hall (Ford School) - Annenberg Auditorium (1120)
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DTSTAMP:20260216T101253
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Stop the Scroll: Clicks that Connect Offline
DESCRIPTION:What makes people pause\, engage\, and take action offline?\n\n​In this interactive session you’ll learn:\n✅ What action really looks like in the digital age\n✅ Case studies of campaigns that turned online attention into offline impact\n✅ Content strategies that spark engagement and drive results\n✅ Platform-specific tactics that work for social change and business growth\n✅ Common mistakes that kill momentum and how to avoid them\n\nDrawing on 5 years of experience creating campaigns that move people\, Kiara Williams is the Founder of Digital Movement Media\, Treuse Cinema\, and co-founder of Warriors in the Garden. At just 20\, she led thousands through the streets of NYC during the 2020 movements. Now based in Detroit\, she’s building businesses\, studying environmental science\, and proving you don’t need a traditional path to capture attention and create real-world impact.
UID:145250-21896930@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145250
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Entrepreneur,Entrepreneur Services,Entrepreneurship,Female Founder,Founder,Free,Social Impact,Social Justice,Startup,Workshop,Zell Lurie Institute,Zell Lurie Institute For Entrepreneurial Studies,Zell Lurie Institute For Entrepreneurship,Zli
LOCATION:Ross School of Business - R2420 (Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurship)
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DTSTAMP:20260402T120039
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T183000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:LSA Virtual Q&A for Admitted High School Students
DESCRIPTION:Did you recently get admitted to the College of Literature\, Sciences\, and the Arts (LSA)? If so\, please join us for a one-hour informational and Q&A Session with our current cohort of LSA Ambassadors. The session is restricted to first-year admitted LSA students only. If you are interested\, sign up for a session below. Eastern Time Zone. \n\nPlease register here: http://myumi.ch/2rez4
UID:118178-21894932@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/118178
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Diversity Equity and Inclusion,Prospective Student,Prospective Undergraduate Students,Virtual
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260126T112306
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T200000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:BHM Gala: Making a Dollar out of Fifteen Cents
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a vibrant celebration at Making a Dollar out of Fifteen Cents\, a gala dedicated to honoring the enduring legacy of creative expression and groundbreaking innovation born from resilience. Throughout history\, Black culture has exemplified the remarkable ability to create abundance from scarcity—transforming obstacles into opportunities and “spinning gold from mere fibers.”  \n\nThis event pays homage to the ingenuity\, endurance\, and pioneering spirit that continue to redefine and uplift the Black experience. Through powerful and inspiring storytelling\, we shine a spotlight on the visionaries who have shaped history and those who are charting new paths today.\n\nCSG's Black Caucus proudly hosts an evening in coordination with the Black History Month Committee\, featuring recognition of outstanding student organizations and awards for student leaders who embody innovation and student leadership rooted in resilience. Please join us for an unforgettable evening filled with thought-provoking reflection and elegance as we gather together to celebrate the creativity and brilliance that flourishes throughout time. \n\nMORE BLACK HISTORY MONTH EVENTS\nhttps://mesa.umich.edu/black-history\n\nMORE TROTTER/MESA EVENTS\nhttps://mesa.umich.edu/events-programs\nhttps://trotter.umich.edu/programs-events
UID:144305-21895138@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144305
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Black History Month,Sessions
LOCATION:Michigan League - Ballroom
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T172109
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T191500
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:CANCELED- Student Theatre Orgs Gathering
DESCRIPTION:The Arts Initiative invites members of Theatre student orgs to discuss your various orgs' needs and wants at Michigan\, and to share your thoughts with fellow org members and the Arts Initiative. We want to learn about what we can do to help your orgs here at Michigan! We'll also have some snacks\, giveaways\, and prizes. This is part of a series of gatherings we're planning with groups across shared artistic practices-- we're really hoping to learn from the Theatre orgs!Please RSVP to let us know you're coming!
UID:145449-21897364@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145449
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Michigan Union, room TBD
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260215T151744
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T200000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Don't Discard\, Develop: An Arts and Anger Exploration
DESCRIPTION:What makes you angry? How do you discard of it? What would art about your anger look like? In this printmaking workshop\, explore discard studies and what it could mean to transform your anger!\n\nMDining will provide a special dinner menu highlighting ways to repurpose food that would otherwise be discarded.
UID:144414-21895324@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144414
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,Food,Sustainability
LOCATION:Michigan League - Michigan room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T120203
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T210000
SUMMARY:Exercise / Fitness:February Brazilian Zouk Dance Lessons
DESCRIPTION:Hi zoukinis! Join us for Brazilian Zouk Dance Lessons!\nNot sure what Zouk is? Zouk is a Brazilian social partner dance known for its fun-loving and playful style\, often involving close embrace\, body rolls\, and hair whips. Check out our page for example videos! \n6 pm-Beginner Lesson\n7 pm-Practica\n8 pm-Improver Lesson\nAll of our lessons are open level and require no experience\, feel free to drop in and meet our fun-loving and welcoming community. See you soon!
UID:144662-21895663@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144662
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Mason Hall
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T104500
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T193000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Free Self Defense Workshop
DESCRIPTION:LSA Student Government's Sexual Misconduct Response and Prevention Committee (SMRP) is hosting a free self defense workshop! This event will take place on Monday February 23rd from 6-7:30pm in the Hussey Room in the Michigan League. The workshop will be led by DPSS officer Candace Dorsey and will consist of a lecture and a demonstration. You will also have the chance to work through basic moves\, so wear whatever you are comfortable with! Please RSVP in order to attend.
UID:145353-21897162@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145353
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:All Majors Welcome,Community,Community Engagement,Education,Information Session,Lecture,lsa student government,Safety,Self Defense,Social,Speaker,student government,student org,Undergrad,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students,Well-being,Workshop
LOCATION:Michigan League - Hussey Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260204T160025
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T190000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:KeHe Early Talent Competition
DESCRIPTION:KeHE Early Talent Competition\n\nKeHE is a powerhouse behind many of today’s leading natural\, organic\, and sustainable brands — the ones lining shelves at places like Whole Foods\, Sprouts\, and campus markets across the country.\nFrom Cadia and MADE•WITH to dozens of other labels\, KeHE helps bring better-for-you food to more people\, more places.\nIn this competition\, you’ll dive into a real business challenge: developing a standout idea — whether it’s a product innovation\, marketing campaign\, or brand concept — designed to help KeHE bring organic options into convenience stores.\n\nWhy participate?\nTop 3 get guaranteed interviews 👉 Skip the pile and go straight to KeHE.\nA recruiter-approved project 👉 Real work that makes your resume pop.\nHands-on experience 👉 Solve the exact challenges companies look for in applicants.\n\nEvent schedule:\nMonday\, 2/23: Live Kickoff with KeHE (5:00 PM CT)\nFriday\, 3/6: Awards Announced (5:00 PM CT)\nThis is the kind of real-world experience that helps you stand out to recruiters long after the event ends. 🚀 No prior experience required — just curiosity\, creativity\, and the confidence to think differently.\nAll students are welcome to participate.\n\nRegister using the link in the sidebar to the right!
UID:145079-21896631@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145079
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Business,Business By Lsa,Career,Consumer Goods,Early Career Exploration,Lsa Opportunity Hub,Workshop
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
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DTSTAMP:20260209T124853
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T190000
SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Maize and Blue Civics: The U.S. Immigration System
DESCRIPTION:Maize and Blue Civics are interactive discussion forums of panelists who are professionals/advocates in a particular policy-related area. There will be a dedicated Q&A session. Free dinner provided! This event's topic will be the U.S. Immigration System. Read about our featured panelists below!\n\nJessica Lefort\, J.D.: Director of the Immigrant Justice Lab at the University of Michigan\, and a clinical Assistant Professor at the Michigan Law School. \n\nBecky Monroe\, J.D.: Senior Director on the Education and Civil Rights Team at the National Center for Youth Law. \n\nAmr Brown: Junior studying Public Policy\, and Chairman of the Conflict-Affected and Refugee Education Scholarship taskforce in the Central Student Government.
UID:145266-21896961@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145266
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Civic Engagement,Democracy,Democratic Engagement,Dinner,Discussion,Food,Free,Government,Immigration,In Person,Politics,Public Policy,Social Impact,Student Org
LOCATION:Weill Hall (Ford School) - 1110
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DTSTAMP:20260223T172108
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T190000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Maize and Blue Civics: The U.S. Immigration System
DESCRIPTION:Maize and Blue Civics are interactive discussion forums of panelists who are professionals/advocates in a particular policy-related area. There will be a dedicated Q&A session. Free dinner provided! This event's topic will be the U.S. Immigration System. Read about our featured panelists below!Jessica Lefort\, J.D.: Director of the Immigrant Justice Lab at the University of Michigan\, and a clinical Assistant Professor at the Michigan Law School. Becky Monroe\, J.D.: Senior Director on the Education and Civil Rights Team at the National Center for Youth Law. Amr Brown: Junior studying Public Policy\, and Chairman of the Conflict-Affected and Refugee Education Scholarship taskforce in the Central Student Government. Jailyn Suarez: Junior studying Political Science and History\, and Student Coordinator for the Immigrant Justice Initiative.
UID:145270-21896965@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145270
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Weill Hall (Ford School) (1110)
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260220T121624
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T200000
SUMMARY:Class / Instruction:Martin Schmeding Organ Master Class
DESCRIPTION:Martin Schmeding of the European Organ Academy at the University of Music and Theatre Leipzig teaches students in the Department of Organ on our Fisk Organ. Free and open to the public.\n\nABOUT THE GUEST ARTIST\n\n“Breathtakingly virtuosic and full of genuine life” (The Organ/GB). “Martin Schmeding’s playing is superlatively good – good enough to allow you to forget there is someone working the instrument” (MusicWeb International)\n \nAs Professor for Organ and Artistic Director of the European Organ Academy at the University of Music and Theatre Leipzig\, MARTIN SCHMEDING holds one of the most prestigious posts in the organists' world. In addition\, he is Guest Professor at the Royal Conservatoire of Music Birmingham and since 2024 Professor of Organ at the Royal College of Music London.\n \nAs a student\, Schmeding won many prizes in major international competitions. For his numerous CD recordings\, among them the complete works of Max Reger\, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy and Johannes Brahms\, he was awarded the European music prize ECHO Classic as “Soloist of the Year” (2010) and the Prize of the German Record Critics 2009\, 2017 and 2020. In 2017 he was named “Professor of the Year” out of 2500 nominated German university teachers.\n \nBorn in 1975 in Minden\, Westphalia\, Schmeding studied in Hanover\, Amsterdam and Dusseldorf. Through his teachers Ulrich Bremsteller\, Lajos Rovatkay\, Dr. Hans van Nieuwkoop\, Jacques van Oortmerssen and Jean Boyer he is part of the important German organ tradition of Karl Straube\, Guenther Ramin and Helmut Walcha\, as well as of the French tradition and the Dutch historical organ movement.\n \nBetween 1999 and 2004\, Schmeding filled two of the most important posts for church musicians in Germany. In 1999\, he was appointed Music Director at the Neander Church in Dusseldorf. As titular organist at the Kreuzkirche in Dresden\, a place with a more than 700-year-old tradition of church music\, Schmeding worked from 2002 until 2004. After teaching in Hannover\, Leipzig\, Weimar\, and Dresden\, he worked as organ professor at the University of Music in Freiburg from 2004-2015 as the successor of Prof. Zsigmond Szathmáry\, where he was also the chair of the church-music and organ department. \n \nSchmeding is an active recitalist in important venues and in international festivals\, a jury member for international competitions (Bach-Wettbewerb Leipzig\, Bach competition Boston\, Pachelbel Competition Nuremberg\, Silbermann Competition Freiberg\, International Organ Competition St Albans) and publisher of articles and music editions to complete his musical profile.\n \nIn 2021 he finished his PhD in musicology with a dissertation on Wolfgang Rihm’s early and organ works (summa cum laude).
UID:145773-21897798@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145773
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Music,North Campus,Talk,Workshop
LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Blanche Anderson Moore Recital Hall
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T120257
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T190000
SUMMARY:Meeting:Students  with Mallory Organizing Meeting
DESCRIPTION:\nCome eat pizza with us and organize for Mallory McMorrow's U.S. Senate campaign! This is an opportunity to get to know other members of the student org\, brainstorm ideas to spread the word about Mallory on campus\, and get involved with the campaign! Pizza will be provided. Room # provided after you RSVP here: https://www.mobilize.us/mcmorrowformichigan/event/905779/\n
UID:145799-21897831@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145799
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:East Quad
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260216T102934
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T203000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:aMplify: Game Night!
DESCRIPTION:Hey Transfer community! \n\nWe hope midterms are going well\, and to give you guys a break\, we would love to invite you to our next aMplify: Game Night! \n\nThis aMplify will feature Bingo\, Mafia\, and more! As always\, dinner will be provided along with good vibes. All we ask is that you bring a friend along! Don’t forget to RSVP!
UID:145529-21897474@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145529
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:All Majors Welcome,Dinner,Diversity,Diversity Equity and Inclusion,first-generation,Food,Free,Games,Inclusion,Meal,Night Game,Social,The College Of Literature\, Science\, And The Arts,transfer,Transfer Students,Welcome to Michigan
LOCATION:LSA Building - 1040 LSA Multipurpose Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260113T124146
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T203000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Making Conversation with Powerful People
DESCRIPTION:Making conversation with people in a position of authority\, such as a faculty advisor\, department chair\, work supervisor\, or future employer\, can be challenging in any language. This can be particularly true when navigating a new culture or discipline. In this workshop\, you will gain skills and strategies to effectively interact with powerful people. Learn how to join a conversation\, how to listen actively\, and even to interrupt politely. Learn how to seem friendly and confident at a job interview or competent and insightful in a research group meeting. Come ready to practice with one another and to identify effective ways to practice on your own.
UID:143830-21894101@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143830
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:English,Graduate Students,International,International Center,Language,Undergraduate,Workshop
LOCATION:Central Campus Classroom Building - CCCB0460
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260219T125424
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T200000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Activism and the Struggle for Academic Freedom
DESCRIPTION:The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) invites you to join moderator Isaac Kamola\, editor Melanie S. Tanielian and contributors Marjorie Heins and Henry Reichman to discuss the release of \"In the Spirit of H. Chandler Davis: Activism and the Struggle for Academic Freedom.\"\n\nInspired by Chandler Davis’ courage\, integrity\, and devotion to the struggle against oppression\, injustice\, and the persecution of speech\, the twelve contributors to this book offer crucial insights into the importance of defending intellectual independence\, institutional autonomy\, and the right to free expression\, and the importance of facing\, and not accepting\, authoritarian threats.
UID:145737-21897755@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145737
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:academic freedom,Activism,american culture,American Politics,arab american studies,Arab And Muslim American Studies,book discussion,book event,Book Talk,Books,communism,Democracy,Democratic Engagement,Department Of American Culture,Discussion,Education,Faculty,fascism,Graduate,Graduate Students,Higher Education,History,Humanities,Law,Lecture,Mathematics,political science,Politics,Social Justice,symposium,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students,Virtual,Women's Studies
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20250813T140802
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T210000
SUMMARY:Performance:Chicago Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:The Chicago Symphony Orchestra returns to Hill Auditorium for the first time in more than a decade\, under the leadership of Zell Music Director Designate Klaus Mäkelä.\n\nMäkelä made his thrilling UMS debut with Orchestra de Paris in March 2024\, just a few weeks before he was appointed to the Chicago post. He conducts Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7\, a work written in 1812 during the Napoleonic era with Beethoven conducting its premiere at a charity concert for wounded soldiers\, and Berlioz’s Symphonie fantastique\, a revolutionary work composed just a few years after Beethoven’s death.\n\nBerlioz composed the work when he was just 27 years old\, creating a dreamlike\, hallucinatory world that mythologizes the fevered dreams of an artist who has poisoned himself with opium in the throes of unrequited love. Inspired by his own obsessive love for the actress Harriet Smithson\, who ultimately became his wife\, Berlioz uses radical orchestration\, bold narrative\, and psychological depth to trace the protagonist’s descent from infatuation into delusion and nightmare in this thrilling and imaginative score.\n\nLooking for free student tickets? All U-M undergraduate students are eligible to receive a FREE ticket to a UMS performance per academic year through the Bert’s Ticket program (a $20 value)!
UID:137173-21879844@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/137173
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Classical,classical music,concert,UMS,university musical society
LOCATION:Hill Auditorium
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251120T134829
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260223T200000
SUMMARY:Performance:The Steel Wheels
DESCRIPTION:New Blue Ridge acoustic Americana with old-time flavors\n\nVirginia-based folk-rock band The Steel Wheels have spent almost twenty years writing\, recording\, and touring\, all the while constantly honing their evolving brand of American roots music. Additionally they are the founders and hosts of the Red Wing Roots Music Festival\, a beloved staple of the Shenandoah Valley. Through the years\, The Steel Wheels have drawn on both traditional form and modern sounds to capture the beauty in all of life’s varied trials and triumphs. Their latest album\, Sideways\, is a meditation on resilience and survival. Trent Wagler\, the band’s lead singer and primary songwriter\, penned many of the songs in response to loss\, and the uncertainty that comes with facing what we can’t control.
UID:141980-21889725@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141980
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Ark,Mutotix
LOCATION:ARK Reserved
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260220T120239
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Bike Repair Hours 
DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a tune-up? Need help fixing a flat or getting your gears to shift smoothly? \nCome to the FREE Wolverines on Wheels Bike Repair Hours on Wednesdays from 4-6p and Fridays from 3:30-5p.\nSign up for a 30-minute slot and your bike to the Duderstadt Fabrication Underground (B430-Lower Level) for peer-to-peer bike repair and maintenance. Our volunteers can help you diagnosis bike problems\, guide you through repairs\, and provide the tools & materials needed to get you back to riding. \nThis is NOT a drop-off service: ALL participants are expected to stay and participate in repairs to learn basic bike maintenance with the support of our volunteers. Expect to get your hands dirty and leave feeling more confident in your skills!\nOnly one bike per participant. You may sign up for multiple slots in a row but please be mindful of sharing the opportunity with other campus riders. Walk-ins are welcome but come secondary to sign-ups. \nIf you are interested in becoming a volunteer for our new program\, please email wolverinesonwheels-admin@umich.edu\nThe Duderstadt Fabrication Underground's Bike Repair rack is available for use during all operation hours (M-F 12-6p). WoW Volunteers will only be there at our dedicated support hours with additional materials (tire patches\, grease\, etc). \nhttps://calendly.com/wolverinesonwheels-admin-umich/30min 
UID:145015-21896435@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145015
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Duderstadt Fabrication Underground
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260213T120305
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Bike Repair Hours 
DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a tune-up? Need help fixing a flat or getting your gears to shift smoothly? \nCome to the FREE Wolverines on Wheels Bike Repair Hours on Wednesdays from 4-6p and Fridays from 3:30-5p.\nSign up for a 30-minute slot and your bike to the Duderstadt Fabrication Underground (B430-Lower Level) for peer-to-peer bike repair and maintenance. Our volunteers can help you diagnosis bike problems\, guide you through repairs\, and provide the tools & materials needed to get you back to riding. \nThis is NOT a drop-off service: ALL participants are expected to stay and participate in repairs to learn basic bike maintenance with the support of our volunteers. Expect to get your hands dirty and leave feeling more confident in your skills!\nOnly one bike per participant. You may sign up for multiple slots in a row but please be mindful of sharing the opportunity with other campus riders. Walk-ins are welcome but come secondary to sign-ups. \nIf you are interested in becoming a volunteer for our new program\, please email wolverinesonwheels-admin@umich.edu\nThe Duderstadt Fabrication Underground's Bike Repair rack is available for use during all operation hours (M-F 12-6p). WoW Volunteers will only be there at our dedicated support hours with additional materials (tire patches\, grease\, etc). \nhttps://calendly.com/wolverinesonwheels-admin-umich/30min 
UID:145016-21896499@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145016
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Duderstadt Fabrication Underground
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260218T060240
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T235959
SUMMARY:Other:FULL SEMESTER SCHEDULE
DESCRIPTION:This is a schedule of all our events happening this semester. Please follow the instagram or email iazamora@umich.edu to get on the email list for more information. 
UID:145222-21896832@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145222
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Mason Hall
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260218T060250
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Shapiro Art Supplies Donation Bin
DESCRIPTION:We are running our first Donation Drive in support of the Gift of Arts program at Michigan Medicine! Please donate new\, nontoxic art supplies from the list below\, and spread the word!
UID:145254-21896939@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145254
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Shapiro Undergraduate Library Entrance
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260120T163718
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:CAS Exhibit. Making Armenian Americans - Project Save Photograph Archive/Archive Alive Project
DESCRIPTION:Making Armenian Americans  \nCurators: Michael Pifer (U-M| MES) and Kathryn Babayan (U-M|History)\nProject Save Photograph Archive/Archive Alive Project\n\nMaking Armenian Americans invites viewers into a moment of possibility in the early 20th century\, when Armenians fleeing violence at the end of the Ottoman Empire came to reinvent themselves in the promise of America. Drawn from the archives of Project Save\, these photographs capture different valences of American life\, as experienced\, performed\, and imagined by Armenian immigrants. From naturalization classes to festivals of nations\, from breaking new ground for churches to mundane tableaus of Thanksgiving and Christmas\, this range of photographs offers a glimpse of a community in the making\, one that sought to preserve a memory of its Ottoman past even while anticipating an American future.
UID:143388-21893004@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143388
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Area Studies,Armenian Studies,Exhibition,history
LOCATION:
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260109T123005
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:LACS Exhibition. Back in Bahia: The Repatriation Journey of Afro-Brazilian Art from Detroit to Salvador
DESCRIPTION:*Back in Bahia: The Repatriation Journey of Afro-Brazilian Art from Detroit to Salvador*\nCurator: Ryan B. Morrison | Curatorial Assistant: Isabella H. de Lemos\n\nFebruary 2-26\, 2026\, International Institute Gallery\, 547 Weiser Hall\n\n*Back in Bahia: The Repatriation Journey of Afro-Brazilian Art from Detroit to Salvador* traces one of the largest repatriation efforts of Afro-Brazilian art to date. Led by the Detroit-based nonprofit Con/Vida: Popular Arts of the Americas\, the initiative is returning more than 750 works of Afro-Brazilian popular art to Salvador\, Bahia\, where they will enter the collection of the National Museum of Afro-Brazilian Culture (MUNCAB). Built over three decades through sustained relationships with artists\, families\, and workshops across Northeastern Brazil\, the collection reflects the creative ingenuity\, community memory\, and diasporic traditions that define Afro-Brazilian popular art.\n\nThis exhibition highlights selected works from the broader repatriation effort\, recognizing the artists and cultural stewards in Brazil and Michigan who made this historic return possible. Featured are woodcut prints by João Francisco Borges\, Nilo dos Santos\, Givanildo Francisco da Silva\, and José Miguel da Silva\, alongside examples of *literatura de cordel*—popular printed booklets that combine social commentary\, folklore\, poetry\, and song.\n\nFurther reading and details are available in Portuguese and English at https://myumi.ch/61G23.\n\nPresented by the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies and the Institute for the Humanities
UID:143613-21893518@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143613
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Afro-brazilian Studies,Area Studies,Art,brazil,Center For Latin American And Caribbean Studies,Exhibition,Visual Arts
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - International Institute Gallery, Room 547
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T141911
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T164500
SUMMARY:Exhibition:America at 250: Reflections on the Bicentennial
DESCRIPTION:The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library is proud to announce the opening of a new exhibit\, America at 250: Reflections on the Bicentennial.\n\nThe exhibit explores how President Ford joined Americans across the country in commemorating the Bicentennial. Highlighting some of the nationwide celebrations in 1976 and public gifts given to President Ford\, the exhibit asks visitors to reflect on our own Semiquincentennial commemorations.\n\nThe exhibit\, located in the Library's lobby\, will be free to visitors and will be available until December 3\, 2026.
UID:145837-21897870@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145837
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:American Bicentennial,American History,Bicentennial,History,President Gerald Ford
LOCATION:Gerald Ford Library - Lobby
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T082053
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Building a Community of Care in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:World events and turbulence in our personal lives can impact our work experience. This session will provide LSA staff with the opportunity to reflect on their mental health and wellbeing and the role of communication and community on our teams. We will explore how we are doing collectively and work environments that support the whole worker. We will also consider how best practices can vary on remote and hybrid teams.\nIn this session\, participants will:Reflect on their own mental health and wellbeing and the ways in which that can impact the work experienceExplore the concept of a community of careReflect on the benefits of building a community of care in the workplaceIdentify strategies to build a community of care for in-person\, hybrid\, and remote teams\nParticipants will benefit by:Raising self-awareness and initiating new actionsEnhancing their professional and personal effectiveness on and off the jobPositively influencing personal and organizational decisionsCreating stronger and more positive work relationships with others\nAudience: This workshop is limited to LSA employees only\, which includes staff\, faculty\, and graduate and undergraduate student employees. External to LSA University employees may be considered if space is allowed. If you are outside LSA\, your registration may be removed without warning to accommodate LSA employees. Thank you for understanding. \nFor questions or requests for accommodations\, please contact Jessica Custer (jccuster@umich.edu) as soon as possible. Accommodation requests are generally easy to provide\, but may require some time to accomplish\, so advance notice is appreciated.
UID:145280-21896979@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145280
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:LSA 2001
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T144435
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T100000
SUMMARY:Exercise / Fitness:Chair Aerobics/Stretch\, Strength & Balance/Zumba
DESCRIPTION:Lifetime Fitness classes are offered at Briarwood Mall in the JCPenney wing every Monday-Friday from 9-10am. No experience necessary. Classes are specifically designed for older adults\, however\, everyone is welcome. LTF classes are free\, but please consider making a $2/person per class donation as our classes are supported strictly through donations. No registration is necessary\, simply attend when it fits your schedule.
UID:134855-21897677@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/134855
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness
LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260109T095734
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:ECRC Aerospace Engineering Career Chats
DESCRIPTION:Hey Aerospace Engineering Students - This is for YOU!\n\nAre you feeling lost or overwhelmed by your full-time job or internship search? Not sure where to begin\, or just need a little guidance? Whether you're just starting out or already deep in the search process\, we're here to help!\n\nJoin us for a quick 15-minute virtual chat with an Engineering Career Advisor. Ask us anything from where your peers are landing jobs\, to job search strategies\, to personalized resume feedback. It's a chance to get the advice you need\, fast! Don't navigate your career path alone - we've got your back! Let's chat and get you one step closer to your goals.\n\nSign ups open on January 19th in Career Fair Plus (CF+)\n\nNote: Only students within the Aero department are eligible for this event.
UID:143581-21893415@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143581
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Career,Graduate Students,Michigan Engineering,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251215T165341
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Lynn Galbreath Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Lynn Galbreath\, a Detroit based artist who grew up in Argentina\, is a former recipient of the Creative Artists’ Grant from the Arts Foundation of Michigan and the Michigan Individual Artist Grant from Michigan Council For The Arts. Galbreath’s work has been showcased locally\, nationally and internationally in over 20 solo/two person and over 100 group exhibitions.\n\nGalbreath has an M.F.A. from the James Pearson Duffy Department of Art\, Art History\, & Design\, Wayne State University\, Detroit\, MI\; and a B.F.A. with Permanent K-12 Certification from The Gwen Frostic School of Art\, Western MI University\, Kalamazoo\, MI. Galbreath has chaperoned eleven intensive\, immersive art experiences to Italy\, Spain\, France\, Belgium\, England\, Germany\, the Netherlands\, Austria\, and the Czech Republic. Lynn is a retired Adjunct Associate Professor of Studio Art from Oakland University\, where she has been on the faculty of the Department of Art & Art History since 2000. Lynn has also instructed studio art and design at the College For Creative Studies\, University of Detroit Mercy — School of Architecture\, Macomb Community College\, Wayne State University\, and Bloomfield University School. Her work can be seen in the collections of Oakland University\, Wayne State University\, Detroit Receiving Hospital\, Children’s Hospital of Michigan\, Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital and numerous private collections.\n\nThis exhibition consists of works from a variety of series created by Galbreath over the years: Telegraph\, Storyboard\, and Working Hard for a Living. Each series represents a unique exploration of themes\, techniques\, and social commentaries that reflect Galbreath’s artistic journey and concerns for the world.\n\nTelegraph explores the aesthetic visual weights and balances between harmony and content\, diving deep into how visual elements can convey messages and emotions. This series invites viewers to reflect on the way art communicates through its formal qualities\, as well as its narrative possibilities. The careful interplay of shapes\, colors\, and textures in these works prompts an examination of the viewer's perception and emotional response. By utilizing abstract forms\, Galbreath encourages an engagement that goes beyond mere observation\, seeking to provoke thought about how aesthetic choices influence understanding and meaning.\n\nOn the other hand\, Storyboard is a series of image-driven installation paintings that vary greatly in size\, showcasing Galbreath’s versatility and creative ingenuity. The titles of the works draw inspiration from the years spent creating visuals for TV commercials and public service announcements\, illustrating how commercial art often intertwines with societal messages. This series emphasizes the profound impact visual narratives have on consumer culture and public perception\, underscoring the artist's belief in the potency of imagery to shape narratives. The installations weave a complex fabric of storytelling that challenges viewers to reconsider their relationship with media and the messages they consume daily.\n\nWorking Hard for a Living pays tribute to our sustainable and unsustainable resources\, shedding light on the individuals who toil diligently within these economic frameworks. This series highlights the hard-working suppliers of essential products\, including Farm Market Managers\, Fishmongers\, and Beach Vendors. By portraying these self-employed individuals\, often operating within informal economies\, Galbreath draws attention to the unique challenges they face. These individuals frequently contend with low\, inconsistent incomes\, long hours\, and sometimes exploitative conditions\, fostering a sense of solidarity with those who labor under such circumstances.\n\nFurthermore\, the series invites viewers to confront the broader societal structures that contribute to these inequities. Galbreath's work serves not only as a tribute but also as a call to action to consider how our consumer habits and economic policies affect the livelihoods of others. The layered narratives present in this series open a dialogue about the value we place on labor and the often unseen struggles that support our day-to-day lives. Through these explorations\, Galbreath establishes a multifaceted narrative that intertwines art with activism\, compelling audiences to engage both aesthetically and ethically with the realities depicted in the exhibition.
UID:142773-21891460@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142773
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,ArtsEngine,Culture,Detroit,Exhibition,Free,North Campus,Visual Arts
LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251212T105136
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T200000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Materia Magica: Materiality and Ritual in the Greco-Roman World
DESCRIPTION:View a diverse array of artifacts which were created to communicate with and call upon various unseen\, supernatural forces for aid and protection. While the objects on display are disparate at first glance\, ranging from lead tablets and amulets to papyrus and parchment leaves\, they all share a common thread: they have long been labeled as \"magical\" in traditional Western scholarship.\n\nHowever\, each of these artifacts is better understood on a broad spectrum of ancient ritual\, from subversive and transgressive acts to highly social and visible ones. The exhibit highlights the objects’ oft-overlooked material dimensions\, asking us to consider how qualities like color\, texture\, and weight shaped an object’s perceived efficacy and meaning. \n\nThis exhibit was a collaboration\, and displays items from several University of Michigan units: the library’s Special Collections Research Center and Papyrology Collection\, the Museum of Natural History\, and the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology. It was curated by Abigail Staub\, PhD Candidate\, Interdepartmental Program in Mediterranean Art & Archaeology.\n\nAnna Bonnell Freidin\, U-M associate professor of history\, will talk about \"Healing the Womb: Uterine Amulets in the Roman World\" (https://events.umich.edu/event/142418) on January 16.
UID:142417-21890868@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142417
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Free,Library
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20251215T163232
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Terence Swafford Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition showcases a decade of artist Terry Swafford’s work in Detroit\, marking the culmination of years spent composing scenes from the untamed edges of urban communities. These paintings serve as a visual record of Detroit’s transformation\, capturing humanity’s impact on the environment alongside nature’s persistent efforts to reclaim these spaces. As the city continues to change\, many of these depicted scenes are vanishing\, no longer visible in the landscape today. The significance of this documentation goes beyond mere nostalgia\; it invites viewers to reflect on the dynamic interplay between urban development and ecological restoration\, prompting a deeper understanding of how cities evolve while retaining traces of their history.\n\nSwafford’s paintings are created on location and in one session. The natural conditions\, including light\, shadow\, and atmosphere\, change dramatically from hour to hour and day to day\, forcing the artist to respond quickly and decisively. This approach\, born of a direct engagement with the subject and the fleeting nature of the scene\, along with his wet-on-wet technique\, keeps the work fresh and immediate. By immersing himself in the environment\, Swafford captures the diverse textures and vibrant colors that characterize Detroit’s landscape\, imbuing his work with a sense of urgency and spontaneity. Each brushstroke conveys a commitment not only to visual accuracy but also to emotional resonance\, as he strives to encapsulate the spirit of a place that is both loved and contested.\n\nIn addition to these works\, the artist constantly sketches ideas both for paintings and for designing projects in his business. These sketches serve as visual language\, helping him clarify and refine his concepts before bringing them to life. They become a means to communicate ideas to clients and his crew and become an extension of his voice—an academic exercise rooted in artistic practice that fosters collaboration and innovation. The act of sketching also reflects his evolving relationship with the city\, as each drawing encapsulates fleeting moments of inspiration drawn directly from his surroundings. This duality of function—creating art for exhibition and conceptualizing designs for projects—demonstrates Swafford’s versatility and adaptability as an artist.\n\nSwafford received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from the Rhode Island School of Design\, and while at RISD\, he was part of the European Honors Program. His education not only honed his technical skills but also broadened his artistic perspective through exposure to varied artistic traditions. He has shown his work in both solo and group exhibitions in Chicago\, Kansas City\, and New York State. Each exhibition serves as a testament to his commitment to his craft and his ability to engage diverse audiences\, offering them an opportunity to explore the complex narratives woven into each landscape.
UID:142768-21891373@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142768
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,ArtsEngine,Culture,Detroit,Exhibition,Free,Humanities,North Campus,Visual Arts
LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connections Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251212T085640
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T210000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:The Evolution of Campus\, 1838-1963: A Cartographic Celebration of U-M's History
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the campus’ history and architecture and explore the campus that might have been. This exhibit highlights the U-M Ann Arbor campus\, both before its creation and throughout its continuous evolution. Featuring the work of famous architects such as Alexander Jackson Davis\, Albert Kahn and Eero Saarinen\, the exhibit presents maps\, plans\, architectural drawings\, proposals\, and photographs of the campus throughout its evolution.  \n\nThis exhibit was originally part of a larger exhibit displayed from July 2017 to January 2018 to commemorate U-M's bicentennial.
UID:138431-21890633@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138431
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Library,Maps
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor)
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251216T100358
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Tukilile Vaa
DESCRIPTION:Kaloki Nyamai is a multidisciplinary artist based in Nairobi. His practice explores Kenya's histories and collective memory\, blending Kamba traditions with contemporary narratives. Using acrylic paint\, rope\, photo transfers\, and stitched yarn\, his free-hanging immersive works blur the boundaries between painting\, sculpture\, and installation. For his U-M project\, Nyamai will present one large unstretched piece and two framed paintings at the Institute for the Humanities\, as well as a second free-hanging work at the U-M Museum of Art.\n\nThe physicality of his complex constructions inspire wonder in the viewer. The works are vast in scale\, embedded with stories\, where past and future merge both poetically and conceptually. In each composition\, the artist proposes a powerful alternative to the flatness of singular narratives of Kenyan history and identity presented as the definitive postcolonial account. He likens the formal act of stitching to symbolically unifying a wounded or fractured community.\n\nNyamai founded the Kamene Cultural & Research Center in Nairobi\, a creative and collaborative hub dedicated to the preservation\, promotion\, and innovation of African cultural practices.\n\nAbout the artist:\nKaloki Nyamai (*1985 in Kitui\, Kenya) is a multidisciplinary artist working with installation\, painting\, and sculpture based in Nairobi. From an early age\, his mother introduced him to painting and taught him to draw\, fostering an ever-lasting interest in art throughout his life. He often finds inspiration in his grandmother’s stories of the Kamba people\, a Bantu ethnic group of eastern Kenya. Using materials like acrylic paint\, sisal rope\, photo transfers\, and stitched yarn\, Nyamai’s free-hanging pieces evoke the healing of historical wounds and a collective yearning for renewal. His works blur the boundaries between painting\, sculpture\, and installation\, creating cohesive\, immersive experiences where past\, present\, and future converge poetically.\n\nNyamai studied Interior Design at the Buruburu Institute Of Fine Arts (BIFA) and then pursued painting after working in other creative fields. His large-scale paintings and mixed-media installations intricately explore historical narratives\, examining their resonance in the present. Nyamai has shown his work across the globe in solo exhibitions at the Norval Foundation\, Cape Town (2024)\; James Cohan Gallery\, New York (2024)\; Galerie Barbara Thumm\, Berlin (2023 and 2022)\; SEPTIEME Gallery\, Paris (2019)\, and other venues. In 2023\, he featured part of his series Dining in Chaos in the “Unlimited” section at Art Basel in Basel. He has participated in group exhibitions and biennials\, most recently at the Sharjah Biennial 16\, Sharjah (2025)\; The Völklinger Hütte\, Völklingen (2024)\; the Kenyan Pavilion at the Venice Biennale\, Venice (2022)\; and the Dakar Biennale (2022). His works are part of numerous private and institutional collections around the world\, such as the Dallas Art Museum\, the Southern African Foundation for Contemporary Art\, and the Arthur Primas Museum.
UID:142791-21891579@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142791
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Humanities,Visual Arts
LOCATION:202 S. Thayer - Institute for the Humanities Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260108T095119
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
SUMMARY:Recreational / Games:Schokoladenstunde
DESCRIPTION:German Lecturer\, Mary Gell (magell@umich.edu)\, brings German chocolate to snack on and games to play (e.g. Tabu)\, all while chatting in German.
UID:143465-21893222@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143465
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:European,Games,German,German Studies,Germanic Languages And Literatures,Germany,Humanities,Language
LOCATION:Modern Languages Building - 3110
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T102054
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:ADGPE Celebrate an Engineer
DESCRIPTION:Community event in recognition of Engineers Week 2026Open to current U-M College of Engineering students\, staff\, and facultyStop by the table in the Connector Hallway in the Duderstadt Center for treats and swag (while supplies last)
UID:144693-21895732@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144693
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Connector Hallway
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260311T063128
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Career Exploration Resources & Strategies (for Graduate Students)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on resources you can leverage to explore career options\, as well as strategies to best position yourself for a variety of career trajectories. We will cover approaches to networking\, transferable skills\, and key resources designed to support your exploration. This workshop is open to students at all points in their graduate careers\, and there will be plenty of time for your questions. This event is intended to be interactive and therefore a recording will not be available. This workshop is designed for master's students\, doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows. For faculty and staff\, please contact rackhamdeworkshops@umich.edu to see if we can accommodate your attendance. Brought toyou by the University Career Center\, in partnership with Rackham Graduate School This event's information is shown in Handshake as well as on the Happening @ Michigan calendar so that it will be seen bya larger number of U-M Students. You can only register to attend this event within Handshake. If you'd like to indicate that you'll be attending this event and see more details\, please go to this link: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1896856We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accessibility accommodation would promote your full participation in this event\, please indicate your accommodation requirements in this form\, preferably at least 14days prior to the program. If you have any questions regarding access to our programs\, please don't hesitate to reach out to Cierra Sutherland at cierrasu@umich.edu. To ensure sufficient time for arranging your requestedaccommodation(s) or exploring suitable alternatives\, we kindly request that you inform us as soon as possible.#UCC
UID:144309-21895143@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144309
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T102201
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
SUMMARY:Other:Engage Detroit Grant Live ($15\,000)
DESCRIPTION:Interested parties should apply through the website: https://engaged.umich.edu/engagement-detroit/detroit-workshops/\n\nOur Engaged Learning team is seeking proposals for the 2026 Engage Detroit Workshop grant program\, which supports small groups of U-M faculty and staff members organizing a workshop or a speaker series in Detroit. Please consider sharing this information with your faculty and staff who are interested in pursuing projects in Detroit. \n\nContinuing our commitment to partnerships with Detroit\, this grant provides up to $15\,000 in funding for workshops or speaker series that foster meaningful relationships and connections on a topic connecting faculty and staff at the University of Michigan with Detroit communities. The program has awarded 27 projects since its inception in 2022.\n\nIn collaboration with the Dearborn and Flint Provosts\, for 2026\, we are planning to support up to six proposals aimed at organizing a workshop or speaker series on a topic that is both relevant to Detroit communities and brings together multiple initiatives/projects led by UM faculty/staff. \n \nSubmissions are due by March 1\, 2026\; an overview of the program is available here. You can read more about the program in Monday’s Record article\, or at the Engaged Michigan website. You can also review active work by U-M faculty and staff in Detroit\, as reported in our 2025 census map.\n\nPlease direct any questions you may have about the program or application process to engagedmichigan@umich.edu.
UID:144249-21895018@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144249
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Civic Engagement,Community Engagement,Detroit,Faculty,Free,Graduate,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate School,Graduate Students,Health Professions,History,In Person,Interdisciplinary,Leadership,Lifelong Learning,Literature,Medicine,Networking,Nursing,Personal Development,pharmacy,Pre Med,Pre-Health,Pre-Law,Professional Development,Public Policy,Social Impact,Social Justice,Social Sciences,Sociology,Staff,Storytelling,Sustainability,Teaching,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260206T131439
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
SUMMARY:Fair / Festival:LSA@Play: Mystery Book Match
DESCRIPTION:Take a chance and discover your next great read! Choose a wrapped book from a wide variety of genres\, each labeled with just four words/phrases as your only hint. Select a book\, unwrap your surprise\, and enjoy. It’s yours to keep. \n\nBooks will be restocked daily and are available while supplies last.\n\nIn partnership with LSA Student Government.\n__________\nFor LSA undergrads only. Join us for LSA@Play\, a vibrant series of events designed to welcome and support LSA students! Gatherings and activities offer an opportunity for students to prioritize well-being\, inclusivity\, and community. Plus\, get free food and LSA swag! Visit the LSA@Play webpage: lsa.umich.edu/play for more details\, subscribe to receive text/email updates\, and check for additional events being added soon! Events are first-come\, first-served\, and while supplies last. One swag item per student\, and you must be present with an MCard to receive it.\n\nThe University of Michigan College of Literature\, Science\, and the Arts (LSA) greatly values inclusion and access for all. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to enable your full participation in this event. Please email lsaatplay@umich.edu if you would like to request disability accommodations or have any questions or concerns. We ask that you provide advance notice to ensure sufficient time to meet the requested accommodations.
UID:145175-21896763@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145175
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Literature,Undergraduate Students,Well-being
LOCATION:LSA Building - 1040 Multipurpose Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T123917
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T140000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Pop-Up Pride Resource Station
DESCRIPTION:Want to spice up your day? Join Spectrum Center at a Pop-Up Pride Resource Station! Learn about our plethora of resources\, upcoming events and programs\, and connect with Spectrum staff. All while enjoying some sweet treats\, chill activities\, and great swag. Open to U-M students of all sexualities and genders.\n\nWINTER 2026 DATES\n- January 7: Bursley Hall\, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm\n- January 20: Trotter/MESA atrium\, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm\n- February 24: South Quad (near dining hall entrance)\, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm\n- March 24: LSA Building Atrium\, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm\n- April 1: Michigan Union (1st floor by the front desk)\, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm \n\nMORE SPECTRUM CENTER EVENTS\nhttps://spectrumcenter.umich.edu/events
UID:143211-21892429@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143211
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Graduate Students,LGBT,LGBTQ Graduate Student,Pride Month,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:South Quad - Near dining hall entrance
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251029T100810
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Rock Your LinkedIn Profile
DESCRIPTION:Course details and registration are available on the Organizational Learning website.
UID:141275-21888528@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141275
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Career,Information and Technology,Workshop
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260113T103435
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T123000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Social Theory Workshop
DESCRIPTION:- January 20: Jonathan Schoots\n- February 3: Jun Zhou\n- March 17: Kristina M. Fullerton Rico\n- April 7: Mary Shi
UID:143800-21894047@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143800
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Graduate Student
LOCATION:LSA Building - 4147
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260219T090612
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
SUMMARY:Well-being:Disabilities and Chronic Illness Wellness Group
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join a wellness group designed for students with disabilities and chronic illnesses. In the past\, we have had students who have physical disabilities\, ADHD\, chronic health concerns\, and head injuries. You need no documentation of a disability or chronic illness to participate.\n\nCome and share your hacks for living well at U-M and learn some tips from the group. Get assistance with stress relief\, self-compassion\, and other wellness needs.\n\nWhen: We will meet from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Tuesday for 6 weeks. Starting February 24 and going through April 7\, with no meeting over spring break (March 3).\n\nWhere: Zoom (coaches will send a link upon registering)\n\nHow: Register through our online scheduler on the Wolverine Wellness website. Please select “Group Coaching” when selecting your coaching type\, and you will be shown the calendar for current groups. Just sign up for the first session. If you attend the first session\, we will add you to future sessions.\n\nType: Closed group. We will not add new participants after the first date. We require 4-10 students to hold this group.\n\nLed by: Elizabeth Kinney\, LMSW (Engineering CARE Center) and Russell Qin\, MSW Candidate 2026 (Wolverine Wellness)
UID:145340-21897149@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145340
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Disability,Discussion,Diversity Equity and Inclusion,Health & Wellness,mental health,Well-being,Wellness,Wellness Coaching,Wolverine Wellness
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T083450
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T125000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:HANK’s Response to Aggregate Uncertainty in an Estimated Business Cycle Model
DESCRIPTION:This paper studies a HANK model with agents who respond to both idiosyncratic and aggregate uncertainty. Since aggregate uncertainty is modeled as ambiguity\, it affects the steady state and linearized dynamics\, allowing for fast computation and estimation. The interaction of aggregate uncertainty shocks and portfolio frictions generates a high capital premium as well as most cyclical comovement in macroeconomic aggregates. Heterogeneity in portfolios is crucial: when it is shut down\, the model fails to explain investment dynamics and the capital premium disappears. Cautious price and wage setting by firms in anticipation of aggregate uncertainty shapes employment and inflation dynamics.
UID:143293-21892650@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143293
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Economics,Macroeconomics,seminar
LOCATION:North Quad - 4325
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T112048
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T140000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:CommuniTEA w/ UCC
DESCRIPTION:Weekly gathering for students\, staff\, and faculty to build community with the Trotter Team and discuss the week’s events. Organizations and units are encouraged to collaborate and offer light refreshments or share tea practices that center their cultural practices. Come join us for good conversation\, food and fun!
UID:143865-21894139@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143865
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260218T120842
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:EEB Tuesday Seminar/ Prelim Seminar- Symbionts and Syndromes: How Has Anthropogenic Activity Influenced Bat Symbionts?
DESCRIPTION:Description: This talk is part of my proposal defense for my dissertation\, which will investigate how anthropogenic land use alters ecological and evolutionary processes of host-symbiont relationships. I test the hypothesis that agricultural intensification and urbanization impact bat-symbiont dynamics through three mechanisms: contaminant exposure\, altered species interactions\, and changes in population connectivity.
UID:145662-21897656@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145662
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:biological science,Biosciences,Bsbsigns,department of ecology and evolutionary biology,Ecology And Evolutionary Biology,eeb,Graduate School,Graduate Students
LOCATION:Biological Sciences Building - 1010
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251216T105703
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T124500
SUMMARY:Well-being:Lunchtime Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Lunchtime yoga is an opportunity to provide your body with some gentle movement\, strengthening\, stretching and balancing.  We will use the poses to reconnect with your senses\, to breathe some life back into ourselves\, find internal balance and to recover from the efforts of the work week.  The focus is on calm reconnection with ourselves rather than working out.  Please bring a mat and a water bottle.
UID:138074-21891591@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138074
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,yoga
LOCATION:School of Kinesiology Building - 2080
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260122T181725
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T123000
SUMMARY:Performance:Meghan Wysocki & Joe Antrim\, carillon
DESCRIPTION:Meghan Wysocki & Joe Antrim perform on the Charles Baird Carillon\, an instrument of 53 bronze bells located inside the Burton Memorial Tower. The largest bell\, which strikes the hour\, weighs 12 tons\, while the smallest bell\, 4½ octaves above\, weighs just 15 pounds.\n\nThirty-minute recitals are performed on the Charles Baird Carillon at noon every weekday that classes are in session\, followed by visitor Q&A with the carillonist. The bell chamber may be accessed via a combination of elevator and stairs. Take the elevator to the highest floor possible (floor 8)\, and then climb two flights of stairs (39 steps) to the bell chamber (floor 10). Hearing protection earmuffs are provided for visitors. Be prepared to walk on ice and snow in the bell chamber during winter. Built in 1936\, the Charles Baird Carillon is not ADA accessible. Visitors with mobility concerns are invited to visit the Lurie Carillon.
UID:144345-21895188@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144345
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Music
LOCATION:Burton Memorial Tower
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260130T100737
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Pause & Wonder: Observatory Tour & Galaxy Painting with Nature Rx
DESCRIPTION:Away from the screens and into the stars\, take a mid-day break with the Nature Rx team at the Detroit Observatory! Join us to learn more about the history of the Observatory\, let the wonder and awe of the stars take over\, and explore new ways to get outside during cold Michigan winters. \n\nThis tour will be led by Austin Edmister\, Assistant Director for Astronomy at the Judy & Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory\, starting at 12PM. At around 12:45PM the group will transition to galaxy painting led by the Arts Initiative. You are welcome to stay for the entire event or join for just a portion. Note\, the observatory will start promptly around noon. Please try to arrive on time for this portion of the event.\n\nSnacks provided for those who RSVP.
UID:144267-21895067@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144267
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Arts For All,planet blue,Sustainability
LOCATION:Detroit Observatory
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T101438
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Revolutionary Paine: Andy Murphy Student-Curated Class Exhibit Common Sense
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense” was one of the most influential works of the American Revolution. The first edition was published on January 10\, 1776\, with an initial print run of just 1\,000 copies\; but within weeks demand soared. The students of Andy Murphy’s POLISCI 495 course co-curated the exhibition “Revolutionary Paine” to document the whirlwind caused by its publication. On view at the Clements January 16-May 8\, weekdays from 12-4 pm.
UID:143999-21894431@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143999
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Americana,Exhibit,Exhibition,history
LOCATION:William Clements Library - Avenir Foundation Reading Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260219T191805
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Summer International Internships w/ Sage Corps Info Session
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) has partnered with four internship provider organizations that maintain portfolios of placements around the world\, offering the chance for undergraduate students to participate in quality International Internships over the summer. This info session will go into detail about the program for one of these providers\, Sage Corps.\n\nSage Corps Internships sends college students to work with startups. Students can work full-time alongside CEOs\, CMOs\, and CTOs to build real solutions to real problems. They provide opportunities for specializations including\, but not limited to\, business strategy\, data analytics\, graphic design\, marketing\, software development\, and UI/UX design. These internships combine a full-time internship with an integrated academic seminar (earning 3-6 total credits) to provide professional exploration and specific skills development over the course of 8 weeks during the summer. You’ll learn to contextualize real-world experience while learning about local business culture\, intercultural communication\, professional development\, and linkages between local and global industry trends. \n\nSound interesting? Come join us virtually to learn more!
UID:141951-21889673@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141951
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Abroad,global,global engagement,global opportunities,intercultural,International,International Education,international studies,Internship,internships,Sessions,study abroad,Travel
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251028T155537
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T133000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:The (In)Visible Acquisitions of Ann Allen Shockley
DESCRIPTION:With the “Hear\, Here” series\, we aim to facilitate conversations around new research in the humanities. Faculty fellows at the Institute for the Humanities will discuss a part of their current project in a short talk followed by a Q & A session.\n\nAbout this talk:\nThis talk explores the prolific literary and professional life of archivist\, librarian\, and multi-genre author Ann Allen Shockley (b. 1927). Despite being a contemporary of Audre Lorde\, Alice Walker\, and Toni Morrison\, she is largely overlooked within Black feminist thought and Black women’s literary production. This talk analyzes correspondence\, organizational records\, and Shockley’s publications to trace how late-twentieth-century material and epistemological conditions facilitated the memorialization of some Black feminist intellectuals and creatives while obscuring others. \n\n*Jennifer Dominique Jones is a 2025-26 Jean Yokes Woodhead Faculty Fellow at the Institute for the Humanities and Associate Professor of History and Women's and Gender Studies.*
UID:141254-21888471@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141254
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:African American,History,Humanities,Literature,Women's Studies
LOCATION:202 S. Thayer - Institute for the Humanities Osterman Common Room, #1022
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251219T144434
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T140000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Career Exploration Resources and Strategies for Graduate Students
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on resources you can leverage to explore career options\, as well as strategies to best position yourself for a variety of career trajectories. We will cover approaches to networking\, transferable skills\, and key resources designed to support your exploration. This workshop is open to students at all points in their graduate careers\, and there will be plenty of time for your questions. This event is intended to be interactive\, and therefore a recording will not be available.\n\nThis workshop is designed for master's students\, doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows. For faculty and staff\, please contact rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu to see if we can accommodate your attendance. Brought to you by the University Career Center\, in partnership with Rackham Graduate School.
UID:142945-21891837@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142945
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Rgs Events,Rgs-events,Sessions
LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260127T150455
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T140000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Examining Driver Takeover Decisions and Trust of AVs at Rural Intersections
DESCRIPTION:This work explored whether the complexity of different rural intersections influenced driver trust and comfort in a conditionally automated vehicle (i.e.\, level 3 SAE) navigating the intersection for them. In an online survey platform (UMN Qualtrics)\, 271 participants watched five brief curated videos of a simulated automated vehicle navigating different rural intersections\, with or without the presence of traffic\, made a decision about whether they would like to take over control\, and rated their trust and comfort with the automated vehicle navigating each intersection. Intersection type was not predictive of AV trust and comfort with navigating the different intersections\, however\, drivers’ takeover decisions\, level of education\, past experience driving on J-turn intersections\, and urbanicity predicted the level of trust and comfort with the automated vehicle. The outcome of this work led to the development of a repository of curated simulated videos that were made publicly available for future research projects.\n\nFunded Research: https://ccat.umtri.umich.edu/research/minnesota/examining-driver-hand-off-and-take-over-of-avs-at-j-turn-intersections/\n---\nAbout the speakers:\nNichole is the Director of the Human Factors Safety Laboratory and Associate Research Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Minnesota. She is a research scholar at the Center for Transportation Studies and a graduate faculty member of the UMN Human Factors and Ergonomics Program. Her research interests include user-centered design in high-risk domains\, simulation\, crash reporting\, and human performance.\n\nKatelyn is a Research Fellow in the Human Factors Safety Laboratory at the University of Minnesota. Her research interests include error analysis and performance assessment\, advanced statistics\, training\, and treatment disparities in prehospital care and combat medicine.
UID:144638-21895619@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144638
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:conference,Discussion,Education,Engineering,Engineering Academic Calendar,Faculty,Free,Lecture,Michigan Engineering,Networking,Professional Development,Research,Talk,Virtual,Webcast
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260106T104545
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Introduction to the Linux Command Line
DESCRIPTION:This remote course will familiarize students with the basics of accessing and interacting with Linux computers using the GNU/Linux operating system’s Bash shell\, also generically referred to as “the command line”. \n\nTopics include: \n- a brief overview of Linux\n- the Bash shell\n- navigating the file system\n- basic commands\n- shell redirection\n- permissions\n- processes\n- the command environment. \n\nThe workshop will also provide a quick introduction to nano a simple text editor that will be used in subsequent workshops to edit files.\n\nPrerequisites: none.\n\nFor more information about the instructors and course preparation materials\, please visit: ttc.iss.lsa.umich.edu/ttc/sessions/introduction-to-the-linux-command-line-60-2-2/
UID:126734-21857828@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/126734
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Academic Technology,Academic Technology At Michigan,Applications,Arc,Arc-ts,Computational Science,computer science,Data Science,engineering,Faculty,Free,Generative Ai,Great Lakes Cluster,High Performance Computing,Hpc,Information and Technology,interdisciplinary,Research,Science,Virtual,Workshop
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260109T094127
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T142000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Political Economy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, 1-2:20pm\, Eldersveld Room\, 5670 Haven Hall (unless a different time and location have been specified)\n\nFaculty Coordinators: Hoyt Bleakley\, Edgar Franco-Vivanco\, Mark Dincecco\, Iain Osgood\n\nGraduate Student Coordinators: Jun Fang and Pedro Luz de Castro
UID:112502-21893398@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/112502
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Department Of Political Science,Political Science
LOCATION:Haven Hall - Eldersveld, Room  5670
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260220T144827
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Revel Coffee Break
DESCRIPTION:Are you out studying and need a boost of energy or a light snack? Come down to the first floor library of Shapiro to get some FREE coffee and donuts! Revel is hosting a coffee break where students\, both undergrads and grads alike\, can enjoy some free study fuel while getting to know more about the Revel research project.
UID:145783-21897811@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145783
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Breakfast,Food,Free,Graduate Students,In Person,Psychology,Research,Social,Undergraduate Students,Well-being
LOCATION:Shapiro Library - First floor Lobby
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260205T091311
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T140000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:SRC Seminar Series Presents: The Impact of Temporary Rental Subsidies on Homelessness: A Randomized Controlled Trial
DESCRIPTION:https://umich.zoom.us/s/93308993048\nMeeting ID: 933 0899 3048\nPasscode: 262913\n\nAbstract: Unconditional\, indefinite housing subsidies have been shown to reduce homelessness\, but such programs are massively over-subscribed. Policymakers have expanded less expensive\, time-limited Rapid Re-Housing (RRH) subsidies to serve more people\, with little empirical backing. Time-limited rental subsidies are predicated on the idea that homelessness results from financial constraints that can be addressed with temporary assistance. We conduct a randomized controlled trial that provides temporary rental subsidies to single\, homeless adults. During the 30 months after random assignment\, the treatment group receives an unconditional average of about $10\,000 in financial assistance\, even though only about half of those assigned to the treatment group successfully lease a unit with assistance. This assistance leads to a reduction in incidence of homelessness of one-third and a reduction in the number of shelter days by two-thirds while the subsidy is active. Preliminary sub-sample results indicate that most of these effects persist after the subsidy ends.\n\nBio: James Sullivan is a Professor of Economics at the University of Notre Dame. He has been a visiting scholar at the National Poverty Center and has served on its Advisory Board. He was a visiting professor at the University of Chicago and has served as a national Phi Betta Kappa Visiting Scholar. In 2019\, he was appointed to the U.S. Commission on Social Impact Partnerships. His research examines the effectiveness of anti-poverty programs at the national\, state\, and local level. He also studies the consumption\, saving\, and borrowing behavior of poor households\, as well as poverty and inequality measurement. In 2012\, with fellow Notre Dame Professor William Evans\, Professor Sullivan founded the Wilson Sheehan Lab for Economic Opportunities (LEO) and currently serves as the lab’s director. LEO is a research center that works with service providers and policymakers to identify effective and scalable solutions to reduce poverty in America. Sullivan received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Notre Dame and his Ph.D. from Northwestern University.
UID:145099-21896666@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145099
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Housing,Poverty
LOCATION:Institute For Social Research - 1430BD
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260123T121720
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T132000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T135000
SUMMARY:Performance:Adam Lenhart\, carillon
DESCRIPTION:Graduate student Adam Lenhart performs on the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Carillon\, an instrument of 60 bells with the lowest bell (bourdon) weighing 6 tons.\n\nThirty-minute recitals are performed on the Lurie Carillon every weekday that classes are in session. During these recitals\, visitors may take the elevator to level 2 to view the largest bells\, or to level 3 to see the carillonist performing. (Visitors subject to acrophobia are recommended to visit level 2 only.) An optional spiral stairway between levels 2 and 3 allows for up-close views of some of the largest bells.
UID:144377-21895247@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144377
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Music,North Campus
LOCATION:Lurie Ann & Robert H. Tower
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T132047
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T153000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Creative Pause: Watercolor Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a peaceful watercolor drop-in session on Tuesday February 24th from 1:30-3:30pm in the OGPS Lounge. All supplies\, snacks\, and optional tutorials will be provided\, just bring yourself!
UID:144983-21896237@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144983
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:OGPS Lounge
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260303T144954
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T143000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Privacy@Michigan: Interrogating the Quiet Escalation of Tech Billionaire Influence on Detroit’s Future
DESCRIPTION:Join Chris Gilliard\, privacy researcher\, and Tawana Petty\, artist and organizer\, as they discuss the impact of big tech on the future of Detroit.\n\nAn eleven-foot Robocop statue stands prominently in Eastern Market. A defense contractor headquarters is moving to the riverfront. A drone conference is scheduled to take place on land\, in the air\, and on the water. A large billboard and an annual conference signal Palantir’s investment into Detroit as “America’s Future\,” a billion-dollar renovated “train” station and technology campus is building a drone highway\, and the World Economic Forum has its eyes on the city as a potential location for its global Davos summit.\n\nWhat does this trajectory mean for the future of a predominantly Black city that has led the country in misidentification cases by law enforcement using facial recognition\, has had a median household income hovering under $40\,000\, and has more than 50% of its youth living in poverty?\n\nDr. Chris Gilliard and Tawana Petty will interrogate these questions and more.
UID:145440-21897360@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145440
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Activism,All Majors Welcome,big data,Big Tech,Central Campus,Community,computer science,computers,Culture,Data,Data Science,Digital Culture,Digital Cultures,Digital Studies,digital technology,Discussion,Ethics,Free,Genai,Generative Ai,Human Rights\, Sustainability\, Social Impact,Humanities,In Person,information and technology,information law,information policy,information studies,information technology,Innovation,Interdisciplinary,it,Its,Lecture,michigan it,Politics,privacy,Public Policy,Social Impact,social influence,Social Justice,Social Sciences,Sociology,technology
LOCATION:Michigan League - Koessler Room (3rd Floor)
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T113402
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
SUMMARY:Reception / Open House:From Babble to Babel: Children’s Language Around the World
DESCRIPTION:Join us to hear native speakers share their selections of playful language from around the globe in celebration of International Mother Language Day! We're offering international treats and the option to participate in the event. Join us in the Hatcher Gallery or via Zoom (https://myumi.ch/8qddg).\n\nNursery rhymes\, tongue twisters\, and gibberish\; Mother Goose and Dr. Seuss. Children’s language can be silly\, but it’s not just fun and games. Complex verbal exercises purposely play up a given language’s nuances of sound\, syntax\, and semantics\, and so become a wonderful way to hear the voices of the world. The same lingual hijinks are equally important as conveyors of culture.
UID:143560-21893387@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143560
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Library
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Gallery, 1st Floor
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251202T115505
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T150000
SUMMARY:Other:Grants office hours: Get support applying for one of SSC's Sustainability Grants!
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to our weekly open office hours to learn and get support applying to our Planet Blue Student Innovation Fund (PBSIF) or Social and Environmental Sustainability Grant (SES).
UID:138848-21890488@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138848
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Environment,Sustainability
LOCATION:Off Campus Location - https://umich.zoom.us/j/91565104584
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T120247
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Grad Student Talks
DESCRIPTION:The first event in what is hopefully a series!\nWe have invited graduate students and researchers from the Linguistics Department to discuss their research in linguistics: what they study\, why it's important\, and potentially how to get involved as an undergraduate\, in a 10-15 minute presentation. We hope to see you there!
UID:145694-21897704@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145694
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Language Resources Center- Video Viewing Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T120038
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T155000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:System of Self? The Role of Slave-holding in Political Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Understanding politicians’ behavior is especially important for the Late Antebellum\, when that generation may have ‘blundered’ into a bloody conflict: the US Civil War.  We link the Washington Post’s database of congressional slaveholding to voting in the US House of Representatives in 1839-1861.  As a summary\, we examine standard voting-ideology scores and also key legislation.  While slaveholding is a powerful predictor of voting\, this relationship nearly vanishes if we control for representing a slave state.  Relatedly\, in slave states\, the overwhelming majority of congressmen were slaveholders\, even though the vast majority of eligible voters in that region were not.  Case studies illustrate how ‘crossover’ politicians (e.g. nonslaveholders in slave states) conformed to dominant voting behavior.  Our analysis favors systemic interpretations for regional differences in congressional voting\, rather than this specific form of self-interest.  The system brought its peculiar interests to the forefront.
UID:145829-21897860@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145829
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Economics,History,seminar
LOCATION:North Quad - 4325
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260203T094904
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T163500
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:WCEE Teach-In On Ukraine: Where Are We Today\, Four Years Into the War?
DESCRIPTION:Join U-M faculty and experts as they discuss the current situation in Ukraine\, with the latest developments and issues sharply in view\, four years into the full-scale war. Open to all\, including students and the wider community. Moderated by Douglas Northrop\, Professor of History & Middle East Studies\, and WCEE Acting Director\, U-M.\n   \n   2:30-2:55 PM | “Zelenskyy as Jewish War Hero: The role of ethnicity in Russia's war on Ukraine”\n   Jeffrey Veidlinger\, Joseph Brodsky Collegiate Professor of History and Judaic Studies\, Director of the Raoul Wallenberg Institute\, U-M\n   \n   2:55-3:20 PM | “Ordinary Lives Four Years Into War”\n   Danielle Leavitt\, WCEE Postdoctoral Fellow\, U-M\n   \n   3:20-3:45 PM | “Geopolitics or Imperialism?: Why the Russo-Ukrainian War and How to End It”\n   Ronald Grigor Suny is the William H. Sewell Jr. Distinguished University Professor of History and Professor of Political Science at the University of Michigan and Emeritus Professor of Political Science and History at the University of Chicago.\n   \n   3:45-4:10 PM | “Ukraine’s Genocides: Are We Witnessing Another?”\n   Yuri Kaparulin\, Wallenberg Fellow and former WCEE Ukrainian Scholar at Risk Fellow (2022-2025)\, U-M\n   \n   4:10-4:35 PM | “Realism and U.S.-Ukraine Relations”\n   Markian Dobczansky\, Associate\, Harvard Ukrainian Research Institute\n   \n   Register here to join the virtual teach-in: https://myumi.ch/dgz87\n   \n   Jeffrey Veidlinger is Joseph Brodsky Collegiate Professor of History and Judaic Studies and Director of the Raoul Wallenberg Institute at the University of Michigan. His latest book\, *In the Midst of Civilized Europe: The Pogroms of 1918-1921* and the *Onset of the Holocaust*\, won a Canadian Jewish Literary Award and a Vine Book Award\, and was a finalist for the Lionel Gelber Prize\, the National Jewish Book Award\, and the Wingate Literary Prize. Professor Veidlinger is also the author of the award-winning books\, *In the Shadow of the Shtetl: Small-Town Jewish Life in Soviet Ukraine*\, *The Moscow State Yiddish Theater: Jewish Culture on the Soviet Stage*\, and *Jewish Public Culture in the Late Russian Empire*.\n\nDanielle Leavitt is a historian of modern Ukraine and the Soviet Union\, with a particular interest in Russian and Ukrainian relations\, human age\, generation\, and gender. Her work examines the function of generation and human age in Soviet history and works to insert the stories of underrepresented populations\, such as the elderly and women\, into consequential debates about stagnation\, cultural life\, Soviet collapse\, post-Soviet economic and political development\, and the Russo-Ukrainian war.\n   \nDr. Leavitt’s first book\, *By the Second Spring: Seven Lives and One Year of the War in Ukraine* (2025\, FSG)\, charted the lives of seven Ukrainians through the first year of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Based on a unique set of online diaries\, Leavitt contextualized her seven subjects\, Ukrainian society\, and its predicaments for a wide audience\, introducing readers to a rigorous but accessible history of Ukraine\, the Soviet Union\, its collapse\, and Russia’s historical relationship with its neighbors.\n   \nLeavitt received her PhD in History from Harvard University in 2023. From 2023-2025\, she was a postdoctoral fellow at the Harvard Ukrainian Research Institute.\n   \nRonald Grigor Suny is the William H. Sewell Jr. Distinguished University Professor of History and Professor of Political Science at the University of Michigan and Emeritus Professor of Political Science and History at the University of Chicago.\n   \nProfessor Suny’s intellectual interests have centered on the non-Russian nationalities of the Russian Empire and the Soviet Union\, particularly those of the South Caucasus (Armenia\, Azerbaijan\, and Georgia). The “national question” was an area of study that was woefully neglected for many decades until peoples of the periphery mobilized themselves in the Gorbachev years. His aim has been to consider the history of imperial Russia and the USSR without leaving out the non-Russian half of the population\, to see how multi-nationality\, processes of imperialism and nation-making shaped the state and society of that vast country. This in turn has led to work on the nature of empires and nations\, studies in the historiography and methodology of studying social and cultural history\, and a commitment to bridging the often-unbridgeable gap between the traditional concerns of historians and the methods and models of other social scientists.\n   \nYurii Kaparulin is a historian and legal scholar who studies Eastern Europe's history and law\, with particular interests in Holocaust and Genocide Studies\, Human Rights\, and International Сrimes. He is an associate professor in the Department of National\, International Law\, and Law Enforcement\, and director of the Raphael Lemkin Center for Genocide Studies\, at Kherson State University. He was awarded a 2024-27 Raoul Wallenberg Fellowship at the University of Michigan.\n   \nKaparulin is the author of the book *Oleksandr Riabinin-Skliarevskyi (1878-1942): An Intellectual Biography of a Historian*\, which reveals the background of the late Russian Empire\, the Ukrainian Revolution of 1917-1921\, and Soviet Ukraine in the 1920s and 1930s through the life of a repressed military officer and historian. His second current book project is titled *Between Soviet Modernization and the Holocaust: Jewish Agrarian Settlements in Southern Ukraine (1924-1948)*.\n   \nMarkian Dobczansky was the Associate Director of the Russian\, East European\, and Eurasian Center at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign\, where he taught classes in Slavic and Eurasian Studies\, Soviet and Ukrainian history\, and EU Studies.\n   \nHe received a Ph.D. in Russian/Soviet history from Stanford University with a dissertation on the politics of culture in twentieth-century Kharkiv\, and held post-doctoral fellowships at the University of Toronto and Columbia University. His research interests include the history of the Soviet Union\, Ukraine\, and Russia\, the politics of culture\, urban history\, and the Cold War. He has also worked in an administrative capacity at the Central Eurasian Studies Society\, the Shevchenko Scientific Society in the U.S.\, and the Kennan Institute of the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars.\n   \nIf there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you\, please contact us at gosiak@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.
UID:144936-21896168@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144936
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:russia,ukraine
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - Room 555
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T110543
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T163000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:CANCELED: DSI Lecture Series | Trans Ecologies of the Real and the Virtual in Contemporary Art
DESCRIPTION:For the survival of all our ecologies\, we must refuse human centricity and build networks of care across lines of species and liveliness. This talk stitches a line from trans people to an expanded conception of trans\, using a focus on trans ecological poetics to go beyond a focus on the human. I broaden the operation of “trans” in trans media studies to include non-human movements\, such as those made by animals\, viruses\, and movements across the boundaries between different environments. Trans media studies can extend the fields of media studies\, transgender studies\, and trans of color studies to connect more deeply to and through non-human entities. Still\, any injunction for queer and trans studies to go beyond the human must reconcile with the history of trans\, Palestinian\, Black\, and Indigenous people being deemed less than human. In this talk\, I use the method of algorithmic analysis proposed in my book *Poetic Operations: Trans of Color Art in Digital Media* (Duke UP\, 2022) to explore the operations that make up the poetics of three contemporary artworks—*Sin Sol* (2020)\, an augmented reality installation I created with the Critical Realities Studio\, *Acoustic Ocean* (2018)\, a short film by Ursula Biemann and “Of Whales”\, a film created using virtual reality created by Wu Tsang.\n\nmicha cárdenas\, PhD\, MFA\, is an artist\, author and Professor of Critical Race & Ethnic Studies at the University of California\, Santa Cruz. She is the director of the Critical Realities Studio. Her debut novel* Atoms Never Touch* (AK Press 2023) imagines trans latina love crossing multiple quantum realities. Her academic monograph P*oetic Operations : Trans of Color Art in Digital Media* (Duke UP 2022) was the co-winner of the Gloria Anzaldúa Book Prize in 2022 from the National Women’s Studies Association “for groundbreaking monographs in women’s studies that makes significant multicultural feminist contributions to women of color/transnational scholarship”. cárdenas was a winner of the 2022 Anonymous Was a Woman artist award. She is currently working on her next academic monograph* After Man: Trans Ecologies and Climate Justice*\, as well as *The Probability Engine*\, a multi-disciplinary artwork imagining futures of climate justice. She is a first generation Colombian American.\n\nWe strive to make our events accessible to all participants. This will be a virtual event held in an online meeting space. Please register in advance for the online Zoom Webinar here: https://myumi.ch/G23ey. \n\nCART captioning will be provided. If you anticipate needing additional accommodations to participate\, please email Eric Mancini at dsi-administration@umich.edu. Please note that some accommodations must be arranged in advance\, and we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible.\n\nCo-Sponsors: American Culture\; Center for Ethics\, Society\, and Computing\; DISCO Network\; English Language & Literature\; Film\, Television\, and Media\; History of Art\; Institute for Research on Women & Gender\; Penny W. Stamps School of Art\; Science\, Technology\, and Public Policy\; Spectrum Center\; and the Trans Studies Collective.
UID:142502-21891048@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142502
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:american culture,Art,artists,digital,Digital Culture,Digital Cultures,digital humanities,Digital Media,Digital Scholarship,Digital Studies,Digital Studies Institute,digital technology,digitalization,digitization,Discussion,Free,Gender,gender studies,Humanities,LGBT,lgbtq,Media Studies,Science Technology And Society,Science\, Technology\, And Society Program,Trans Studies
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
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DTSTAMP:20260204T105103
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
SUMMARY:Class / Instruction:Canvas Accessibility for Panorama
DESCRIPTION:Join ITS-Accessibility for an engaging\, in-depth training session on using Panorama to enhance the accessibility of your Canvas course site. Panorama is a powerful accessibility tool integrated into Canvas that enables instructors and instructional support staff to create\, scan\, and fix digital content for accessibility directly within Canvas. In addition\, Panorama allows students to automatically generate alternative formats of Canvas content and attached files\, ensuring materials are accessible in the formats that work best for them. This training will provide practical guidance and step-by-step demonstrations to help you identify and resolve potential accessibility barriers\, making your Canvas course more inclusive and user-friendly for everyone.
UID:145041-21896578@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145041
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:access,accessibility,Artificial Intelligence,assistive technology,Canvas,Digital Accessibility,digital technology,Disability
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260213T160958
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
SUMMARY:Fair / Festival:International Mother Language Day Tabling Event
DESCRIPTION:Need to fill your language requirement? Are you a transfer or non-traditional student who doesn’t know where to start? Do you want to learn about the various language programs at UMich? Join us at the LSA Student Government for a language tabling event\, where you can connect with and gain insights from our LSA language representatives. We’ll have separate tables for each language\, and it’s a great opportuntiy to meet with professors and students in these programs. Plus\, you can enjoy some delicious international food for free!
UID:145472-21897387@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145472
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:cultural,Culture,Food,Free,International Students,Language Resource Center,Languages,Nontraditional Students,Transfer Students,Undergraduate
LOCATION:LSA Building - 1174
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T015946
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Student Commutative Algebra: Singularities and Big Cohen Macaulay Algebras
DESCRIPTION:We plan to survey singularities in commutative algebra through perfectoid methods and big Cohen–Macaulay (BCM) algebras. We begin by recalling how the Frobenius endomorphism controls regularity in characteristic p \, highlighting Kunz’s theorem and the role of perfect and semi-perfect rings\, and then explain how perfectoid rings provide a mixed-characteristic analogue via tilting\, untilting\, and Witt vectors.
UID:145810-21897841@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145810
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 3088
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20250909T123345
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T163000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Pizza with Professors: Program in Biology
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informal meeting to eat and network with faculty! All undergraduate students majoring or minoring in a PiB program are encouraged to join department faculty for pizza and light conversation during the designated event time below. Students considering a major or minor in one of our programs are welcome to attend as well. Find out more about our majors on our website!\n\nPlease register for this event here: https://sessions.studentlife.umich.edu/track/event/20268
UID:112678-21895585@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/112678
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Biology
LOCATION:Biological Sciences Building - 1060 BSB
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260219T085530
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Campus of the Future Student Idea Showcase External Consulting Session
DESCRIPTION:The Campus of the Future Student Idea Showcase will offer opportunities for students and student-teams to explore questions and provide insight into the student experience within the Campus of the Future framework\, culminating in presenting to University leadership -- including President Grasso & Provost McCauley -- at a COTF Showcase at the end of Winter 2026. The Showcase will highlight a student-led vision for a campus of the future. All finalists selected to present will receive a monetary award for each team member. Learn more at https://futureoflearning.umich.edu/programs/campus-of-the-future-/
UID:145717-21897728@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145717
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:In Person,Workshop
LOCATION:Duderstadt Center - 1180
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260219T054806
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:CM-AMO Seminar | Classical mechanics as the high-entropy limit of quantum mechanics
DESCRIPTION:In our recent publication (https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1402-4896/ae3a20)\, we show that classical mechanics can be recovered as the high-entropy limit of quantum mechanics. That is\, the high entropy masks quantum effects\, and mixed states of high enough entropy can be approximated with classical distributions. The mathematical limit hbar to 0 can be recovered by decreasing entropy of pure states to minus infinity\, in the same way that non-relativistic mechanics can be recovered mathematically by increasing the speed of light c to plus infinity. Physically\, these limits are more appropriately understood as a high entropy limit and low speed limit respectively\, representing approximations that are independent of underlying mechanism. With this approach\, the classical limit is both formally and conceptually similar to the non-relativistic limit\, and is independent of interpretation. It also gives an intuitive understanding to the Dirac correspondence principle: it is looking for a theory with lower entropy bound that\, at high entropy\, recovers classical mechanics. Given that the Moyal bracket is the unique one-parameter Lie-algebraic deformation of the Poisson bracket\, quantum mechanics is the only theory that can provide such a lower bound on the entropy.
UID:145653-21897638@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145653
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Physics,Science
LOCATION:West Hall - 340
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251114T080730
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:CPOD Winter 2026 Seminar Series: \"How cells force the gut into shape\"
DESCRIPTION:Tyler Huycke\, Ph.D.\nAssistant Professor\nMolecular\, Cellular\, & Developmental Biology\nUniversity of Michigan
UID:141863-21889544@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141863
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:AEM Featured,Basic Science,Biointerfaces,Biology,biomedical,biomedical engineering,Biosciences,Ecology,Education,Engineering,Free,Graduate School,Graduate Students,human genetics,In Person,Interdisciplinary,Lecture,Life Science,Medicine,Postdoctoral Research Fellows,Public Health,Rackham,Research,Science,seminar,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Taubman Biomedical Science Research Building - ABC Seminar Rooms
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260311T123131
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Internship Lab
DESCRIPTION:*RSVP required to attend. Click \"Join Event\" here:https://umich.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1894122Are 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
UID:144214-21894849@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144214
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:University Career Center, 3200 Student Activities Building, Program Room (3003), 515 E Jefferson St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260123T141036
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T173000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Something in the Woods Loves You Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Jarod Anderson is coming to the University of Michigan in March of 2026 to talk about his book\, Something in the Woods Loves You!\n\nProgram in the Environment (PitE) is hosting weekly book clubs to talk about each section of the book. We will provide a free e-book or hard copy of the book\, but you can also listen to the audiobook on Spotify Premium. Feel free to come to one\, some\, or all of our cozy conversations to enjoy hot chocolate and cookies! RSVP to reserve a copy of the book at the link in \"Related Links\".\n\nFebruary 10th - \"Winter\"\nFebruary 24th - \"Spring\"\nMarch 10th - \"Summer\"\nMarch 17th - \"Fall\"
UID:144396-21895284@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144396
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:All Majors Welcome,Books,climate,Climate Change,conservation,ecology,Environment,environmental,Environmental Humanities,food,Free,In Person,literary,Literature,nature,Pite,Planet Blue,Social Sciences,sustainability
LOCATION:Dana Natural Resources  Building - 1520
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251201T103828
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T183000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Jewish Journalism in Dark Times
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a roundtable discussion exploring the transformation of Jewish journalism during the interwar years  (1918–1939) and World War II\, an era of profound upheaval. Panelists will analyze how Jewish newspapers and journals became vital platforms for political\, literary\, and cultural engagement. The discussion will highlight dramatic shifts in journalistic practices\, including evolving editorial strategies\, reporting methods\, and technological innovations in format and distribution and the transnational and transcultural elements that come to the fore during that time. Panelists will also examine the economic pressures and opportunities that shaped the Jewish press\, and consider the influence and role of Jews as journalists within the broader media landscape.\n\nGilad Halpern\, journalist and media historian\, draws on recent doctoral research on The Palestine Post amid imperial decline and rising nationalism\, bridging professional and scholarly perspectives. Naomi Brenner explores entertainment fiction in the Hebrew and Yiddish press\, focusing on the aesthetics and politics of the roman-feuilleton as a transnational literary form.\nMatthew Handelman investigates the cultural politics of German Jewish intellectuals  and the primacy of culture in political discourse from the Weimar Republic onward.\n\nCentral to the conversation is the role of Jewish periodicals as spaces for cultural expression\, literary experimentation\, and political debate. These publications not only documented Jewish life\, but actively shaped identities\, fostered transnational dialogue\, and provided forums for writers\, artists\, and intellectuals grappling with questions of survival and belonging. This roundtable offers timely insights into journalism during a time of crisis\, illuminating enduring questions about Jews and media.
UID:142275-21890347@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142275
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Humanities,Jewish Studies,Judaic,Media,Sociology,Writing
LOCATION:202 S. Thayer - Room 2022
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T162051
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T183000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Jewish Journalism in Dark Times
DESCRIPTION:Jewish Journalism in Dark Times\nPanelists: Naomi Brenner (Ohio State University)\, Gilad Halpern\, and Matthew Handelman (2025–2026 Frankel Institute Fellows)Moderator: Shachar Pinsker (Co-Head Fellow)\nJoin us for a roundtable discussion exploring the transformation of Jewish journalism during the interwar years  (1918–1939) and World War II\, an era of profound upheaval. Panelists will analyze how Jewish newspapers and journals became vital platforms for political\, literary\, and cultural engagement. The discussion will highlight dramatic shifts in journalistic practices\, including evolving editorial strategies\, reporting methods\, and technological innovations in format and distribution and the transnational and transcultural elements that come to the fore during that time. Panelists will also examine the economic pressures and opportunities that shaped the Jewish press\, and consider the influence and role of Jews as journalists within the broader media landscape.\nGilad Halpern\, journalist and media historian\, draws on recent doctoral research on The Palestine Post amid imperial decline and rising nationalism\, bridging professional and scholarly perspectives. Naomi Brenner explores entertainment fiction in the Hebrew and Yiddish press\, focusing on the aesthetics and politics of the roman-feuilleton as a transnational literary form.Matthew Handelman investigates the cultural politics of German Jewish intellectuals  and the primacy of culture in political discourse from the Weimar Republic onward.\nCentral to the conversation is the role of Jewish periodicals as spaces for cultural expression\, literary experimentation\, and political debate. These publications not only documented Jewish life\, but actively shaped identities\, fostered transnational dialogue\, and provided forums for writers\, artists\, and intellectuals grappling with questions of survival and belonging. This roundtable offers timely insights into journalism during a time of crisis\, illuminating enduring questions about Jews and media.\n
UID:142280-21890359@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142280
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260218T111626
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T183000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Making Confident Money Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Dinner provided by Curry On! Registration is required for food planning purposes. \n\n***Doors open 4:45\, programming begins promptly at 5:00pm.***\n\nIt’s pretty common for students to feel overwhelmed when it comes to making financial decisions. But just because it’s common\, doesn’t mean it’s ok. This workshop integrates group interaction\, staff guidance\, and video instruction featuring Financial Therapist\, Lindsay Bryan-Podvin\, for a comprehensive learning experience. This workshop will help students learn how to dial financial confusion so they can start making money-related decisions with confidence. Attendees will learn why making money-related decisions can cause so much stress\, how to deal with financial choices (and if it’s working)\, and various ways to dial down the discomfort to start making money decisions with more confidence.\n\nRecommended order to take workshops:\n\n    1 – Your Money Story\n    2 – Making Confident Financial Decisions\n    3 – Ultimate Financial Wellness\n    4 – Caring for Your$elf\n    5 – Be The Boss of Your Finances\n\nRSVP for Financial Empowerment workshops here: myumi.ch/8r6kq
UID:143768-21893989@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143768
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Budgeting,finance,finances,Financial Wellness,Food,Free,Graduate and Professional Students,graduate students,In Person,Life-changing Education,Nontraditional Students,Student Caregiver,Student Caregivers,Student Parent,Student Parents,Students With Children,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Center for the Education of Women - 2nd Floor
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260222T154030
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T180000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Student Analysis Seminar: Domino Tilings of Black-and-White Temperleyan Cylinders
DESCRIPTION:The dimer model on a bipartite graph \( G \subset \mathbb{Z}^2 \) refers to choosing a random dimer cover of \( G \) (equivalently\, a random domino tiling on its dual graph \( G^\star \).  Each such dimer cover is associated with a height function defined on the vertices of \( G^\star \).  If we let \( \Omega_\delta \subset \delta\mathbb{Z}^2 \) be graphs of mesh size \( \delta \) which approximate a domain ( \Omega \subset \C )\, then the Kenyon–Okounkov conjecture states that fluctuations of the height function on \( \Omega_\delta^\star \) converge in distribution as \( \delta \downarrow 0 \) to the sum of the Gaussian Free Field on \( \Omega \) and a random harmonic function.\n\nAfter describing earlier results which prove the Kenyon–Okounkov conjecture for certain discrete approximations\, we will introduce the dimer model on cylindrical domains with Temperleyan boundary components of different colors.  In this doubly connected setup\, we confirm the Kenyon–Okounkov conjecture from general principles rather than explicit computations.  Time permitting\, we will discuss the main components of our proof.  This talk is based on joint work with Dmitry Chelkak.
UID:145800-21897833@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145800
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 4096
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20250925T095602
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T183000
SUMMARY:Well-being:Virtual Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Group for Adults
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to gain better control of your thoughts and emotions? Our Psychological Clinic invites adults 18 and older to participate in our weekly Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) group sessions\, held virtually for your convenience. Learn practical skills for managing anxiety\, depression\, and challenging situations with the support of experienced clinicians and peers.\n\nWhy Choose DBT Group Therapy?\nGroup sessions offer unique benefits\, including opportunities to learn new techniques\, share experiences\, and build supportive connections. You’ll develop practical skills in mindfulness\, emotion regulation\, interpersonal effectiveness\, and distress tolerance—essential tools for managing strong emotions and handling stress. Research shows that connecting with peers in a supportive group environment encourages real-world growth\, accountability\, and lasting change.\n\nProgram Details:\n- Who: Adults 18+ interested in building coping skills\, managing emotions\, and improving relationships.\n- When: Tuesdays from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. (via Zoom).\n- Structure: The program runs in ongoing 4-month cycles\, each focusing on a different theme.\n- Flexible Start: New participants can join at the first Tuesday session of any month.\n- Cost: $45 per session (insurance may help cover costs).
UID:139870-21886243@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139870
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:anxiety,Depression,Graduate,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate Students,Health & Wellness,mental health,Staff,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260216T092643
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T183000
SUMMARY:Film Screening:WCEE Film Series on Ukraine. *Lina* (2024\, 30 min\, dir. Mykola Nosok & Oleksiy Oliyar)
DESCRIPTION:Panel discussion featuring: Sylvia Ellison\, Senior Advisor\, Save Ukraine\; Ambassador Craig L. Johnstone\, Co-Founder of The Humanity Funds\; Danielle Leavitt\, WCEE Postdoctoral Fellow\, 2025-27\; and Nathaniel A. Raymond\, Executive Director\, Humanitarian Research Lab\, Yale School of Public Health\n\nThis is the story of five-year-old Lina\, the seventh child of a family of eight children\, who is caught between the frontlines of free Kherson and Russian occupied Kherson. Lina's mom will take you through a rollercoaster of emotions from a spine-chilling rescue\, taking the family deep into Russia to reaching free Ukraine. There they strive for a normal life - only to discover that this brutal war has left deep scars on Lina.\n   \n   Trailer: https://myumi.ch/VVXZM\n\nSylvia Ellison is a senior humanitarian and development leader with deep experience designing and delivering programs in crisis and conflict settings. As Vice President of Save Ukraine - US\, she informs and drives positioning strategy\, U.S. government engagement\, and partnerships that strengthen the rescue\, rehabilitation\, and reintegration of children and families affected by war. Previously at Creative Associates International\, Sylvia's portfolio included leading organizational learning and systems strengthening efforts as well as designing and implementing basic education\, youth\, anti-trafficking\, workforce development\, and stabilization initiatives across multiple countries including Albania\, Afghanistan\, Bulgaria\, Jordan\, Romania\, Sri Lanka\, Uganda\, Morocco\, and Yemen. Formally trained in the AK Rice approach to group relations and organizational systems consulting\, Sylvia also serves on the board of Creative Learning.\n   \n  Ambassador Craig L. Johnstone\, Co-Founder of The Humanity Funds\, served in Vietnam from 1965-1970 and was the sixth Ambassador to Algeria. In 2007\, he served as the UN Deputy High Commissioner for Refugees. He continues to pursue his passion for helping refugees and people affected by war by co-founding the Humanity Funds\, a nonprofit dedicated to helping women and children in conflict zones.\n   \n   Nathaniel A. Raymond is Executive Director of the Humanitarian Research Lab at the Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) and a Lecturer in the Department of the Epidemiology of Microbial Diseases (EMD) at YSPH. He was formerly a Lecturer of Global Affairs at the Jackson School for Global Affairs from 2018 - 2022. His research interests focus on the health implications of forced displacement\; methodologies for the assessment of large-scale disasters\, including pandemics\; and the human rights and human security implications of information communication technologies (ICTs) for vulnerable populations\, particularly in the context of armed conflict. Previously\, he was the founding Director of the Signal Program on Human Security and Technology at the Harvard Humanitarian Initiative (HHI) of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health from 2012 – 2018. From 2010 to 2012\, he was Director of Operations for the George Clooney-founded Satellite Sentinel Project at HHI\, which utilized high resolution satellite imagery to detect and document attacks on civilians in Sudan and South Sudan.\n   \n   Danielle Leavitt\, WCEE Postdoctoral Fellow\, 2025-27 is a historian of modern Ukraine and the Soviet Union\, with a particular interest in Russian and Ukrainian relations\, human age\, generation\, and gender. Her work examines the function of generation and human age in Soviet history and works to insert the stories of underrepresented populations\, such as the elderly and women\, into consequential debates about stagnation\, cultural life\, Soviet collapse\, post-Soviet economic and political development\, and the Russo-Ukrainian war.\n\nIf there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you\, please contact us at gosiak@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.
UID:142559-21891154@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142559
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:europe,film,ukraine
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - Room 1010
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260116T154122
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T200000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Creative Arts Meetup (CAM)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Creative Arts Meetup (CAM)\, where you can network with other artists\, share your works in progress\, get feedback from peers\, and learn new skills. Each session offers open lab time\, basic art supplies\, and space to bring and work on your own creative projects. We welcome artists and makers of all disciplines and skill levels from the U-M community and the public.\n\nMeetups take place in the Design Lab PIE Space (new location!) at the back of the first floor of the Shapiro Library\, 6:00–8:00 pm\, on the following dates:\n\nTuesday\, January 20th\nTuesday\, February 24th\nTuesday\, March 24th\nTuesday\, April 14th\n\nDirect questions or mailing list inquiries to creativearts@umich.edu.
UID:144043-21894579@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144043
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Arts For All,Free,Library
LOCATION:Shapiro Library - Design Lab PIE Space, 1st floor
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260219T123232
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T073000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:EARTH Career Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Tina Nielsen is the Associate Dean for Innovation and Strategy in the College of Letters & Science at the University of Wisconsin. Tina earned BSc and MSc degrees in Earth & Environmental Sciences from the University of Michigan\, and a PhD in Marine Micropaleontology\, Sedimentology and Stratigraphy from UW-Madison. Previously\, Nielsen was the Associate Director of the UW-Madison-led Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center (GLBRC) and an advisor and mentor in the GLBRC’s Research Experience for Undergraduate Students program\, focused on encouraging underrepresented minority students and first-generation students to explore the life-changing experience of research. Prior to joining the University of Wisconsin\, Tina was a geologist for BP engaged in exploration and reservoir characterization.\n\nDr. Juliana Mesa is a Study Abroad Advisor for the Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) at the University of Michigan where she works with undergraduate students to design and support their international academic experiences\, including full scholarships for students with demonstrated financial need. Juliana earned BSc and MSc degrees in geology from Universidad EAFIT in Colombia\, and a PhD degree in Earth & Environmental Sciences from the University of Michigan. Juliana was active in the Society of Hispanic Professionals in Engineering (SHPE)\, the Society for Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS)\, and the Association of Women in Science (AWIS).\n\nPizza and drinks will be provided.
UID:145736-21897754@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145736
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Career,Earth And Environmental Sciences
LOCATION:1100 North University Building - 2540
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260204T153729
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T200000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:February WISE Night In
DESCRIPTION:Join WISE for a dinner party with a side of professional development. Our undergraduate WISE Mentors will lead a short\, fun\, and productive activity designed to jump start your career/internship search\, followed by a delicious catered dinner to chill\, eat\, and make some new friends.
UID:143478-21893246@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143478
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260204T201143
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T200000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Learn Korean Drumming with Sinaboro
DESCRIPTION:Interested in drumming? Join this free student workshop to learn Korean folk rhythms. No experience necessary!\n\nThe Arts Initiative's \"Learn/With\" workshops are designed to give students a chance to explore an artform or skill that's new to them by learning with their peers in one of U-M's many student arts orgs. Take a chance and see if it's your new thing!
UID:145086-21896648@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145086
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,arts,Arts For All,Artsrx,Music,Percussion,Student Org,Workshop
LOCATION:Michigan Union - Movement Studio 2401
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260115T110339
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T193000
SUMMARY:Meeting:Stuttering Support Group
DESCRIPTION:This Stuttering Support Group is open to any teens and adults who stutter. It provides a safe space to connect\, share experiences\, and navigate challenges with one another.\n\nDate: Fourth Wednesday of every month\nTime: 6:00p.m.–7:30p.m.\nLocation: 3rd Floor Freespace\, Ann Arbor District Library - Downtown\n\nAttendees can also join virtually if they prefer. Please email cwsbrains@umich.edu to request the link to join.\n\n*This group meets on the 4th Wednesday of every month at the same time and place.*\n\nHosted by the Ann Arbor Stuttering Awareness and Research Club (A2STAR) in collaboration with the U-M Speech Neurophysiology Lab. The group is facilitated by students from the University of Michigan who stutter.
UID:121370-21891822@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/121370
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Disability,Diversity Equity and Inclusion,Free,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate Students,In Person,Inclusion,Social,Student Org,Undergraduate Students,Virtual,Well-being
LOCATION:Off Campus Location - 3rd Floor Freespace
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251219T182308
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T195000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Food Literacy for All
DESCRIPTION:Food Literacy for All is a community-academic partnership course at the University of Michigan supported by the Sustainable Food Systems Initiative\, Program in the Environment\, School for Environment & Sustainability\, and our Michigan-based community partners. \n\nFrom January to April 2026\, Food Literacy for All features dynamic guest speakers each Tuesday evening (6:30-7:50 PM) to address the challenges and opportunities of diverse food systems. This year\, we will hear talks on changemaker chefs\, seed rematriation\, student food movements\, soil science and politics\, city urban agriculture directors\, labor practices in the meatpacking industry\, and much more. The course is primarily virtual and livestreamed as Zoom Webinars. \n\nRegister for free as a community member on our website. As a registrant\, you can attend the sessions that interest you/fit your schedule.\n\nRather participate for course credit in the Winter 2026 semester? Enroll in the 2-credit\, primarily virtual class as an undergraduate (ENVIRON 444) or receive graduate-level credit (EAS 444).
UID:142266-21890291@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142266
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,agriculture,Climate Change,Environment,environmental justice,food,Interdisciplinary,social justice,sustainability
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260212T112204
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T185000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T213000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Student Art Meetup: Concert at the Ark Emily Scott Robinson
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to go to a concert and want to go with a small group? Come join us for a free concert at The Ark! Snacks will be provided! This event spotlights country musician Emily Scott Robinson and her 2026 release\, Appalachia. Learn more about the event and preview Robinson's music here: https://theark.org/event/emily-scott-robinson-260224/\n\nWe will meet right outside the Sweetwaters in the Michigan Union at 6:50 PM\, and walk together for 15 minutes to The Ark\, a live music venue in downtown Ann Arbor. Hope to see you there!
UID:144752-21895809@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144752
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,Art Meetups,arts,Artsrx,Music
LOCATION:
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T140919
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T210000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Sporcle Trivia Night
DESCRIPTION:Sporcle Trivia Night will feature free fun\, food\, and prizes! Come test your knowledge\, have fun\, and compete for some awesome prizes!
UID:145899-21898020@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145899
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Cci,Food,Free,Prizes,Trivia
LOCATION:Michigan League - Ballroom
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T180242
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T192200
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T210000
SUMMARY:Performance:Black on Wax (2026)
DESCRIPTION:20 years of honoring Black history ✊🏾 
20 years of educating our community 📚
20 years of legacy.\n\nJoin us as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Black On Wax: Our Healing Is Historical ! A wax museum uplifting influential Black trailblazers in mental\, physical\, and spiritual wellness❤️‍🩹\n\nThis year\, we honor a powerful truth: our healing has always been revolutionary. Come witness history come to life 🎬
UID:145802-21897835@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145802
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Rackham: Assembly Hall
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260220T121625
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T210000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Hua'er: Mountain Songs of Gansu\, China
DESCRIPTION:In advance of her concerts at the Keene Theater and U-M Hospital\, Dr. Haiqiong Deng will deliver a lecture exploring music\, ritual\, and community in northwestern China. \n\nPart of the Virginia Martin Howard Lecture Series\n \nPresented by the Stearns Collection of Musical Instruments
UID:145762-21897789@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145762
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Culture,Diversity,Free,Lecture,North Campus,Scholarship,Talk
LOCATION:Stearns Building - Cady Room
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260224T180244
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T220000
SUMMARY:Community Service:Crochet For Causes - Movie + Crochet Night (Monsters University) 
DESCRIPTION:Join Crochet for Causes for an open crochet night while we watch Monsters University! No experience needed and all supplies are provided! 
UID:145804-21897836@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145804
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Mason Hall
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260224T181523
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260201T010000
SUMMARY:Sporting Event:Men's Basketball vs Minnesota
DESCRIPTION:Men's Basketball vs Minnesota
UID:144883-21896091@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144883
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Athletics,Athletics - Men's Basketball
LOCATION:Crisler Arena
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260220T120239
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Bike Repair Hours 
DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a tune-up? Need help fixing a flat or getting your gears to shift smoothly? \nCome to the FREE Wolverines on Wheels Bike Repair Hours on Wednesdays from 4-6p and Fridays from 3:30-5p.\nSign up for a 30-minute slot and your bike to the Duderstadt Fabrication Underground (B430-Lower Level) for peer-to-peer bike repair and maintenance. Our volunteers can help you diagnosis bike problems\, guide you through repairs\, and provide the tools & materials needed to get you back to riding. \nThis is NOT a drop-off service: ALL participants are expected to stay and participate in repairs to learn basic bike maintenance with the support of our volunteers. Expect to get your hands dirty and leave feeling more confident in your skills!\nOnly one bike per participant. You may sign up for multiple slots in a row but please be mindful of sharing the opportunity with other campus riders. Walk-ins are welcome but come secondary to sign-ups. \nIf you are interested in becoming a volunteer for our new program\, please email wolverinesonwheels-admin@umich.edu\nThe Duderstadt Fabrication Underground's Bike Repair rack is available for use during all operation hours (M-F 12-6p). WoW Volunteers will only be there at our dedicated support hours with additional materials (tire patches\, grease\, etc). \nhttps://calendly.com/wolverinesonwheels-admin-umich/30min 
UID:145015-21896436@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145015
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Duderstadt Fabrication Underground
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260213T120305
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Bike Repair Hours 
DESCRIPTION:Does your bike need a tune-up? Need help fixing a flat or getting your gears to shift smoothly? \nCome to the FREE Wolverines on Wheels Bike Repair Hours on Wednesdays from 4-6p and Fridays from 3:30-5p.\nSign up for a 30-minute slot and your bike to the Duderstadt Fabrication Underground (B430-Lower Level) for peer-to-peer bike repair and maintenance. Our volunteers can help you diagnosis bike problems\, guide you through repairs\, and provide the tools & materials needed to get you back to riding. \nThis is NOT a drop-off service: ALL participants are expected to stay and participate in repairs to learn basic bike maintenance with the support of our volunteers. Expect to get your hands dirty and leave feeling more confident in your skills!\nOnly one bike per participant. You may sign up for multiple slots in a row but please be mindful of sharing the opportunity with other campus riders. Walk-ins are welcome but come secondary to sign-ups. \nIf you are interested in becoming a volunteer for our new program\, please email wolverinesonwheels-admin@umich.edu\nThe Duderstadt Fabrication Underground's Bike Repair rack is available for use during all operation hours (M-F 12-6p). WoW Volunteers will only be there at our dedicated support hours with additional materials (tire patches\, grease\, etc). \nhttps://calendly.com/wolverinesonwheels-admin-umich/30min 
UID:145016-21896500@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145016
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Duderstadt Fabrication Underground
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260218T060240
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T235959
SUMMARY:Other:FULL SEMESTER SCHEDULE
DESCRIPTION:This is a schedule of all our events happening this semester. Please follow the instagram or email iazamora@umich.edu to get on the email list for more information. 
UID:145222-21896833@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145222
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Mason Hall
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260218T060250
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T235959
SUMMARY:Other:Shapiro Art Supplies Donation Bin
DESCRIPTION:We are running our first Donation Drive in support of the Gift of Arts program at Michigan Medicine! Please donate new\, nontoxic art supplies from the list below\, and spread the word!
UID:145254-21896940@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145254
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:Shapiro Undergraduate Library Entrance
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260120T163718
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:CAS Exhibit. Making Armenian Americans - Project Save Photograph Archive/Archive Alive Project
DESCRIPTION:Making Armenian Americans  \nCurators: Michael Pifer (U-M| MES) and Kathryn Babayan (U-M|History)\nProject Save Photograph Archive/Archive Alive Project\n\nMaking Armenian Americans invites viewers into a moment of possibility in the early 20th century\, when Armenians fleeing violence at the end of the Ottoman Empire came to reinvent themselves in the promise of America. Drawn from the archives of Project Save\, these photographs capture different valences of American life\, as experienced\, performed\, and imagined by Armenian immigrants. From naturalization classes to festivals of nations\, from breaking new ground for churches to mundane tableaus of Thanksgiving and Christmas\, this range of photographs offers a glimpse of a community in the making\, one that sought to preserve a memory of its Ottoman past even while anticipating an American future.
UID:143388-21893005@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143388
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Area Studies,Armenian Studies,Exhibition,history
LOCATION:
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260109T123005
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:LACS Exhibition. Back in Bahia: The Repatriation Journey of Afro-Brazilian Art from Detroit to Salvador
DESCRIPTION:*Back in Bahia: The Repatriation Journey of Afro-Brazilian Art from Detroit to Salvador*\nCurator: Ryan B. Morrison | Curatorial Assistant: Isabella H. de Lemos\n\nFebruary 2-26\, 2026\, International Institute Gallery\, 547 Weiser Hall\n\n*Back in Bahia: The Repatriation Journey of Afro-Brazilian Art from Detroit to Salvador* traces one of the largest repatriation efforts of Afro-Brazilian art to date. Led by the Detroit-based nonprofit Con/Vida: Popular Arts of the Americas\, the initiative is returning more than 750 works of Afro-Brazilian popular art to Salvador\, Bahia\, where they will enter the collection of the National Museum of Afro-Brazilian Culture (MUNCAB). Built over three decades through sustained relationships with artists\, families\, and workshops across Northeastern Brazil\, the collection reflects the creative ingenuity\, community memory\, and diasporic traditions that define Afro-Brazilian popular art.\n\nThis exhibition highlights selected works from the broader repatriation effort\, recognizing the artists and cultural stewards in Brazil and Michigan who made this historic return possible. Featured are woodcut prints by João Francisco Borges\, Nilo dos Santos\, Givanildo Francisco da Silva\, and José Miguel da Silva\, alongside examples of *literatura de cordel*—popular printed booklets that combine social commentary\, folklore\, poetry\, and song.\n\nFurther reading and details are available in Portuguese and English at https://myumi.ch/61G23.\n\nPresented by the Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies and the Institute for the Humanities
UID:143613-21893519@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143613
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Afro-brazilian Studies,Area Studies,Art,brazil,Center For Latin American And Caribbean Studies,Exhibition,Visual Arts
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - International Institute Gallery, Room 547
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T141911
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T164500
SUMMARY:Exhibition:America at 250: Reflections on the Bicentennial
DESCRIPTION:The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library is proud to announce the opening of a new exhibit\, America at 250: Reflections on the Bicentennial.\n\nThe exhibit explores how President Ford joined Americans across the country in commemorating the Bicentennial. Highlighting some of the nationwide celebrations in 1976 and public gifts given to President Ford\, the exhibit asks visitors to reflect on our own Semiquincentennial commemorations.\n\nThe exhibit\, located in the Library's lobby\, will be free to visitors and will be available until December 3\, 2026.
UID:145837-21897871@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145837
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:American Bicentennial,American History,Bicentennial,History,President Gerald Ford
LOCATION:Gerald Ford Library - Lobby
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260224T144435
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T100000
SUMMARY:Exercise / Fitness:Chair Aerobics/Stretch\, Strength & Balance/Zumba
DESCRIPTION:Lifetime Fitness classes are offered at Briarwood Mall in the JCPenney wing every Monday-Friday from 9-10am. No experience necessary. Classes are specifically designed for older adults\, however\, everyone is welcome. LTF classes are free\, but please consider making a $2/person per class donation as our classes are supported strictly through donations. No registration is necessary\, simply attend when it fits your schedule.
UID:134855-21897678@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/134855
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness
LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260109T095914
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:ECRC Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering Career Chats
DESCRIPTION:Hey Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering Students - This is for YOU!\n\nAre you feeling lost or overwhelmed by your full-time job or internship search? Not sure where to begin\, or just need a little guidance? Whether you're just starting out or already deep in the search process\, we're here to help!\n\nJoin us for a quick 15-minute virtual chat with an Engineering Career Advisor. Ask us anything from where your peers are landing jobs\, to job search strategies\, to personalized resume feedback. It's a chance to get the advice you need\, fast! Don't navigate your career path alone - we've got your back! Let's chat and get you one step closer to your goals.\n\nSign ups open on January 19th in Career Fair Plus (CF+).\n\nNote: Only students within the CLaSP department are eligible for this event.
UID:143582-21893416@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143582
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Career,Graduate Students,Michigan Engineering,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20251219T115228
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Faculty On-Campus Work Retreats
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS FACULTY EXCLUSIVE!\n\nSign up for a two-hour work session\, followed by a hot lunch with colleagues. The Faculty On-Campus Work Retreats offer a quiet space to work with other scholars and artists\, and an opportunity for you to prioritize your research and creative work by committing to one or two work sessions before teaching\, service\, and email take over the semester. Lunch\, after the work session\, is a chance to share interests and work with other colleagues\, to learn about each others’ research\, to grow professional and social networks\, and to experience the University as a collective.\n\nThe Work Retreats are open to all ~7\,600 members of the Faculty Senate\, including tenure-track professors\, lecturers\, research faculty\, clinical faculty\, librarians\, archivists\, and curators. The series was developed by the Faculty Senate Office\, is supported by the Office of the Provost\, and is co-sponsored by Librarian Mary Lawrence.\n\nThe retreats officially run from 10-1 (10-12 for quiet work time and 12-1 for lunch). Faculty are also invited to arrive at 9am to get in an extra hour of work (and enjoy coffee\, tea\, and breakfast snacks). You’re welcome to arrive early\, any time after 9 am.
UID:136839-21891911@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/136839
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Faculty,Networking
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251215T165341
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Lynn Galbreath Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Lynn Galbreath\, a Detroit based artist who grew up in Argentina\, is a former recipient of the Creative Artists’ Grant from the Arts Foundation of Michigan and the Michigan Individual Artist Grant from Michigan Council For The Arts. Galbreath’s work has been showcased locally\, nationally and internationally in over 20 solo/two person and over 100 group exhibitions.\n\nGalbreath has an M.F.A. from the James Pearson Duffy Department of Art\, Art History\, & Design\, Wayne State University\, Detroit\, MI\; and a B.F.A. with Permanent K-12 Certification from The Gwen Frostic School of Art\, Western MI University\, Kalamazoo\, MI. Galbreath has chaperoned eleven intensive\, immersive art experiences to Italy\, Spain\, France\, Belgium\, England\, Germany\, the Netherlands\, Austria\, and the Czech Republic. Lynn is a retired Adjunct Associate Professor of Studio Art from Oakland University\, where she has been on the faculty of the Department of Art & Art History since 2000. Lynn has also instructed studio art and design at the College For Creative Studies\, University of Detroit Mercy — School of Architecture\, Macomb Community College\, Wayne State University\, and Bloomfield University School. Her work can be seen in the collections of Oakland University\, Wayne State University\, Detroit Receiving Hospital\, Children’s Hospital of Michigan\, Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital and numerous private collections.\n\nThis exhibition consists of works from a variety of series created by Galbreath over the years: Telegraph\, Storyboard\, and Working Hard for a Living. Each series represents a unique exploration of themes\, techniques\, and social commentaries that reflect Galbreath’s artistic journey and concerns for the world.\n\nTelegraph explores the aesthetic visual weights and balances between harmony and content\, diving deep into how visual elements can convey messages and emotions. This series invites viewers to reflect on the way art communicates through its formal qualities\, as well as its narrative possibilities. The careful interplay of shapes\, colors\, and textures in these works prompts an examination of the viewer's perception and emotional response. By utilizing abstract forms\, Galbreath encourages an engagement that goes beyond mere observation\, seeking to provoke thought about how aesthetic choices influence understanding and meaning.\n\nOn the other hand\, Storyboard is a series of image-driven installation paintings that vary greatly in size\, showcasing Galbreath’s versatility and creative ingenuity. The titles of the works draw inspiration from the years spent creating visuals for TV commercials and public service announcements\, illustrating how commercial art often intertwines with societal messages. This series emphasizes the profound impact visual narratives have on consumer culture and public perception\, underscoring the artist's belief in the potency of imagery to shape narratives. The installations weave a complex fabric of storytelling that challenges viewers to reconsider their relationship with media and the messages they consume daily.\n\nWorking Hard for a Living pays tribute to our sustainable and unsustainable resources\, shedding light on the individuals who toil diligently within these economic frameworks. This series highlights the hard-working suppliers of essential products\, including Farm Market Managers\, Fishmongers\, and Beach Vendors. By portraying these self-employed individuals\, often operating within informal economies\, Galbreath draws attention to the unique challenges they face. These individuals frequently contend with low\, inconsistent incomes\, long hours\, and sometimes exploitative conditions\, fostering a sense of solidarity with those who labor under such circumstances.\n\nFurthermore\, the series invites viewers to confront the broader societal structures that contribute to these inequities. Galbreath's work serves not only as a tribute but also as a call to action to consider how our consumer habits and economic policies affect the livelihoods of others. The layered narratives present in this series open a dialogue about the value we place on labor and the often unseen struggles that support our day-to-day lives. Through these explorations\, Galbreath establishes a multifaceted narrative that intertwines art with activism\, compelling audiences to engage both aesthetically and ethically with the realities depicted in the exhibition.
UID:142773-21891461@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142773
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,ArtsEngine,Culture,Detroit,Exhibition,Free,North Campus,Visual Arts
LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251212T105136
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T200000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Materia Magica: Materiality and Ritual in the Greco-Roman World
DESCRIPTION:View a diverse array of artifacts which were created to communicate with and call upon various unseen\, supernatural forces for aid and protection. While the objects on display are disparate at first glance\, ranging from lead tablets and amulets to papyrus and parchment leaves\, they all share a common thread: they have long been labeled as \"magical\" in traditional Western scholarship.\n\nHowever\, each of these artifacts is better understood on a broad spectrum of ancient ritual\, from subversive and transgressive acts to highly social and visible ones. The exhibit highlights the objects’ oft-overlooked material dimensions\, asking us to consider how qualities like color\, texture\, and weight shaped an object’s perceived efficacy and meaning. \n\nThis exhibit was a collaboration\, and displays items from several University of Michigan units: the library’s Special Collections Research Center and Papyrology Collection\, the Museum of Natural History\, and the Kelsey Museum of Archaeology. It was curated by Abigail Staub\, PhD Candidate\, Interdepartmental Program in Mediterranean Art & Archaeology.\n\nAnna Bonnell Freidin\, U-M associate professor of history\, will talk about \"Healing the Womb: Uterine Amulets in the Roman World\" (https://events.umich.edu/event/142418) on January 16.
UID:142417-21890869@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142417
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Archaeology,Free,Library
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20260108T145128
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
SUMMARY:Meeting:Pre-Law Drop In Advising
DESCRIPTION:Pre-law advisors are available during drop-in hours to answer quick questions from all U-M Ann Arbor students and alumni.\n\nJoin the Queue: https://officehours.it.umich.edu/queue/1145
UID:143506-21893306@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143506
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Advising,Law,Newnan,Newnan Academic Advising,Newnan Lsa Academic Advising Center,Newnan Lsa Pre-law,Pre Law,Pre-Law
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251215T163232
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Terence Swafford Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:This exhibition showcases a decade of artist Terry Swafford’s work in Detroit\, marking the culmination of years spent composing scenes from the untamed edges of urban communities. These paintings serve as a visual record of Detroit’s transformation\, capturing humanity’s impact on the environment alongside nature’s persistent efforts to reclaim these spaces. As the city continues to change\, many of these depicted scenes are vanishing\, no longer visible in the landscape today. The significance of this documentation goes beyond mere nostalgia\; it invites viewers to reflect on the dynamic interplay between urban development and ecological restoration\, prompting a deeper understanding of how cities evolve while retaining traces of their history.\n\nSwafford’s paintings are created on location and in one session. The natural conditions\, including light\, shadow\, and atmosphere\, change dramatically from hour to hour and day to day\, forcing the artist to respond quickly and decisively. This approach\, born of a direct engagement with the subject and the fleeting nature of the scene\, along with his wet-on-wet technique\, keeps the work fresh and immediate. By immersing himself in the environment\, Swafford captures the diverse textures and vibrant colors that characterize Detroit’s landscape\, imbuing his work with a sense of urgency and spontaneity. Each brushstroke conveys a commitment not only to visual accuracy but also to emotional resonance\, as he strives to encapsulate the spirit of a place that is both loved and contested.\n\nIn addition to these works\, the artist constantly sketches ideas both for paintings and for designing projects in his business. These sketches serve as visual language\, helping him clarify and refine his concepts before bringing them to life. They become a means to communicate ideas to clients and his crew and become an extension of his voice—an academic exercise rooted in artistic practice that fosters collaboration and innovation. The act of sketching also reflects his evolving relationship with the city\, as each drawing encapsulates fleeting moments of inspiration drawn directly from his surroundings. This duality of function—creating art for exhibition and conceptualizing designs for projects—demonstrates Swafford’s versatility and adaptability as an artist.\n\nSwafford received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in painting from the Rhode Island School of Design\, and while at RISD\, he was part of the European Honors Program. His education not only honed his technical skills but also broadened his artistic perspective through exposure to varied artistic traditions. He has shown his work in both solo and group exhibitions in Chicago\, Kansas City\, and New York State. Each exhibition serves as a testament to his commitment to his craft and his ability to engage diverse audiences\, offering them an opportunity to explore the complex narratives woven into each landscape.
UID:142768-21891374@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142768
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,ArtsEngine,Culture,Detroit,Exhibition,Free,Humanities,North Campus,Visual Arts
LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connections Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251212T085640
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T210000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:The Evolution of Campus\, 1838-1963: A Cartographic Celebration of U-M's History
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the campus’ history and architecture and explore the campus that might have been. This exhibit highlights the U-M Ann Arbor campus\, both before its creation and throughout its continuous evolution. Featuring the work of famous architects such as Alexander Jackson Davis\, Albert Kahn and Eero Saarinen\, the exhibit presents maps\, plans\, architectural drawings\, proposals\, and photographs of the campus throughout its evolution.  \n\nThis exhibit was originally part of a larger exhibit displayed from July 2017 to January 2018 to commemorate U-M's bicentennial.
UID:138431-21890634@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138431
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Library,Maps
LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor)
CONTACT:
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTAMP:20251216T100358
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Tukilile Vaa
DESCRIPTION:Kaloki Nyamai is a multidisciplinary artist based in Nairobi. His practice explores Kenya's histories and collective memory\, blending Kamba traditions with contemporary narratives. Using acrylic paint\, rope\, photo transfers\, and stitched yarn\, his free-hanging immersive works blur the boundaries between painting\, sculpture\, and installation. For his U-M project\, Nyamai will present one large unstretched piece and two framed paintings at the Institute for the Humanities\, as well as a second free-hanging work at the U-M Museum of Art.\n\nThe physicality of his complex constructions inspire wonder in the viewer. The works are vast in scale\, embedded with stories\, where past and future merge both poetically and conceptually. In each composition\, the artist proposes a powerful alternative to the flatness of singular narratives of Kenyan history and identity presented as the definitive postcolonial account. He likens the formal act of stitching to symbolically unifying a wounded or fractured community.\n\nNyamai founded the Kamene Cultural & Research Center in Nairobi\, a creative and collaborative hub dedicated to the preservation\, promotion\, and innovation of African cultural practices.\n\nAbout the artist:\nKaloki Nyamai (*1985 in Kitui\, Kenya) is a multidisciplinary artist working with installation\, painting\, and sculpture based in Nairobi. From an early age\, his mother introduced him to painting and taught him to draw\, fostering an ever-lasting interest in art throughout his life. He often finds inspiration in his grandmother’s stories of the Kamba people\, a Bantu ethnic group of eastern Kenya. Using materials like acrylic paint\, sisal rope\, photo transfers\, and stitched yarn\, Nyamai’s free-hanging pieces evoke the healing of historical wounds and a collective yearning for renewal. His works blur the boundaries between painting\, sculpture\, and installation\, creating cohesive\, immersive experiences where past\, present\, and future converge poetically.\n\nNyamai studied Interior Design at the Buruburu Institute Of Fine Arts (BIFA) and then pursued painting after working in other creative fields. His large-scale paintings and mixed-media installations intricately explore historical narratives\, examining their resonance in the present. Nyamai has shown his work across the globe in solo exhibitions at the Norval Foundation\, Cape Town (2024)\; James Cohan Gallery\, New York (2024)\; Galerie Barbara Thumm\, Berlin (2023 and 2022)\; SEPTIEME Gallery\, Paris (2019)\, and other venues. In 2023\, he featured part of his series Dining in Chaos in the “Unlimited” section at Art Basel in Basel. He has participated in group exhibitions and biennials\, most recently at the Sharjah Biennial 16\, Sharjah (2025)\; The Völklinger Hütte\, Völklingen (2024)\; the Kenyan Pavilion at the Venice Biennale\, Venice (2022)\; and the Dakar Biennale (2022). His works are part of numerous private and institutional collections around the world\, such as the Dallas Art Museum\, the Southern African Foundation for Contemporary Art\, and the Arthur Primas Museum.
UID:142791-21891580@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142791
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art,Exhibition,Humanities,Visual Arts
LOCATION:202 S. Thayer - Institute for the Humanities Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260209T090159
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T113000
SUMMARY:Presentation:Madeline Clough - Dissertation Defense
DESCRIPTION:Please join Madeline Clough for their dissertation defense titled \"Developing Methods to Identify Environmental Microplastics\".\n\n*Date:* Wednesday\, February 25th\n*Time:* 9:30 A.M.\n*Where:* CHEM 1706\n\nZoom Meeting ID: 919 3031 1563\nPasscode: 20260225
UID:145232-21896896@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145232
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Chemistry
LOCATION:Chemistry Dow Lab - 1706
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260206T131439
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T110000
SUMMARY:Fair / Festival:LSA@Play: Mystery Book Match
DESCRIPTION:Take a chance and discover your next great read! Choose a wrapped book from a wide variety of genres\, each labeled with just four words/phrases as your only hint. Select a book\, unwrap your surprise\, and enjoy. It’s yours to keep. \n\nBooks will be restocked daily and are available while supplies last.\n\nIn partnership with LSA Student Government.\n__________\nFor LSA undergrads only. Join us for LSA@Play\, a vibrant series of events designed to welcome and support LSA students! Gatherings and activities offer an opportunity for students to prioritize well-being\, inclusivity\, and community. Plus\, get free food and LSA swag! Visit the LSA@Play webpage: lsa.umich.edu/play for more details\, subscribe to receive text/email updates\, and check for additional events being added soon! Events are first-come\, first-served\, and while supplies last. One swag item per student\, and you must be present with an MCard to receive it.\n\nThe University of Michigan College of Literature\, Science\, and the Arts (LSA) greatly values inclusion and access for all. We are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to enable your full participation in this event. Please email lsaatplay@umich.edu if you would like to request disability accommodations or have any questions or concerns. We ask that you provide advance notice to ensure sufficient time to meet the requested accommodations.
UID:145175-21896764@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145175
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Literature,Undergraduate Students,Well-being
LOCATION:LSA Building - 1040 Multipurpose Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260209T131526
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T110000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Yiruo Xu Dissertation Defense
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Earth’s tectonic processes is contingent on constraining their rates and durations. The timescale of metamorphism (i.e.\, for how long a rock is subjected to high pressure and temperature) is indicative of how heat and mass transfer during a tectonic event. During metamorphism\, compositional gradients form in minerals and are modified by chemical diffusion. Forward modeling of the extent of diffusion quantifies the time involved in the production and preservation of these gradients\, and thus proves to be a powerful tool for constraining metamorphic timescales (“diffusion chronometry”). However\, tectonic settings of different types and ages have not been evenly targeted for rigorous diffusion studies.\nThis thesis applies diffusion chronometry in garnet to various terranes and demonstrates its potential in addressing critical questions about Earth’s tectonics.\n\nThe first chapter reviews the significance of timescale constraints in the study of tectonics and introduces the fundamental principles of chemical diffusion in garnet. Chapters 2 and 3 evaluate the secular change of global metamorphic cooling rates over Earth’s history using two case studies of an Archean craton\, the Superior Province of North America. The Minnesota River Valley Subprovince is characterized by two neighboring crustal blocks that were metamorphosed contemporaneously to different grades by an advective heating event. They record strikingly different cooling rates that suggest greater complexities in the cooling histories of Precambrian orogens than commonly assumed. A comprehensive study of the Quetico\nSubprovince that contrasts diffusion chronometry with radiometric dating (“thermochronology”) further demonstrates the uncertainty and variability of Archean metamorphic cooling rates. The suggestion that the apparent increase in cooling rates globally\, since the Archean eon\, reflects fundamental tectonic changes should be evaluated with caution\, given the inherent limitations and biases of existing data. Chapter 4 presents the first application of\ndiffusion chronometry to constrain the timescales of material cycling deep in a subduction zone using complexly zoned garnet crystals from Jurassic subduction m´elanges of Cedros Island\, Baja California\, Mexico. The pressure–temperature–time evolution of the subducted blocks cannot be explained by large-scale distributed flow in the subduction channel\, as proposed in some numerical models. Instead\, the subducted materials experienced more complex circulation and rapid exhumation via focused return flow.
UID:145267-21896962@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145267
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Earth And Environmental Sciences
LOCATION:1100 North University Building - 2540
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T102201
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
SUMMARY:Other:Engage Detroit Grant Live ($15\,000)
DESCRIPTION:Interested parties should apply through the website: https://engaged.umich.edu/engagement-detroit/detroit-workshops/\n\nOur Engaged Learning team is seeking proposals for the 2026 Engage Detroit Workshop grant program\, which supports small groups of U-M faculty and staff members organizing a workshop or a speaker series in Detroit. Please consider sharing this information with your faculty and staff who are interested in pursuing projects in Detroit. \n\nContinuing our commitment to partnerships with Detroit\, this grant provides up to $15\,000 in funding for workshops or speaker series that foster meaningful relationships and connections on a topic connecting faculty and staff at the University of Michigan with Detroit communities. The program has awarded 27 projects since its inception in 2022.\n\nIn collaboration with the Dearborn and Flint Provosts\, for 2026\, we are planning to support up to six proposals aimed at organizing a workshop or speaker series on a topic that is both relevant to Detroit communities and brings together multiple initiatives/projects led by UM faculty/staff. \n \nSubmissions are due by March 1\, 2026\; an overview of the program is available here. You can read more about the program in Monday’s Record article\, or at the Engaged Michigan website. You can also review active work by U-M faculty and staff in Detroit\, as reported in our 2025 census map.\n\nPlease direct any questions you may have about the program or application process to engagedmichigan@umich.edu.
UID:144249-21895019@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144249
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Civic Engagement,Community Engagement,Detroit,Faculty,Free,Graduate,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate School,Graduate Students,Health Professions,History,In Person,Interdisciplinary,Leadership,Lifelong Learning,Literature,Medicine,Networking,Nursing,Personal Development,pharmacy,Pre Med,Pre-Health,Pre-Law,Professional Development,Public Policy,Social Impact,Social Justice,Social Sciences,Sociology,Staff,Storytelling,Sustainability,Teaching,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260115T181512
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T190000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Fore-Site (Phase 2): The Stamps Gallery Pillar Project
DESCRIPTION:\n\nFrom September 2025 through August 2026\, Stamps Gallery is partnering in a curatorial collaboration with two Ypsilanti-based\, artist-run project spaces led by Stamps alumni: C.Y.N.K. Studios\, directed by Sally Clegg (Lecturer III and Student Exhibition Coordinator\, MFA ’20) and Abhishek Narula (MFA ’20)\; and Sometimes Space\, directed by Nathan Byrne (Lecturer I\, MFA ’21). Each space hosts dozens of artists annually for exhibitions\, performances\, and events\, fostering experimental work and building community. For this project\, Byrne\, Clegg\, and Narula have been commissioned to reimagine the pillars on Division Street that flank the gallery. In response\, they’ve curated six artists to create new work for the pillars over three cycles:\n\nPhase 1 (September 12 - December 12) artists: Amelia Burns (Cranbrook MFA ’23) and Erin McKenna (MFA ’20)\nPhase 2 (January 12 - April 12) artists: Sally Clegg (MFA ’20) and Kim Karlsrud (MFA ’20)\nPhase 3 (May 12 - August 12) artists: Abhishek Narula (MFA ’20) and Nathan Byrne (MFA ’21)\nPhase 2 Curatorial Statement\n\nCurated by Sometimes Space: Sally Clegg (entry pillar)\nCurated by CYNK Studios: Kim Karlsrud (courtyard pillar)\n\nArtists Sally Clegg and Kim Karlsrud wrap the Division Street pillars in highly site-specific ornament unearthed from the overlooked margins of Ann Arbor. On the Courtyard pillar\, Karlsrud scales up photographs of objects found in liminal spaces surrounding campus buildings on Green Road\, which the artist has encrusted in road salt. On the entryway pillar\, Clegg zooms in on tiny fragments of found material from UMich’s famous “rock” to celebrate nearly seven decades of student art and activism. Both artists uplift aggregate of local human activity to reveal tiny worlds of found form. \n\nSally Clegg: Sentimentary Rock\nSentimentary Rock is a composition of paint slag collected from the UMich rock monument at the corner of Washtenaw Avenue and Hill Street. This colorful composite material has been accumulating at the base of the iconic limestone boulder since the mid 1950’s\, when students began a tradition of painting it in acts of protest\, creativity\, and ritual\, sometimes multiple times per week. Akin to byproducts of industry such as “Fordite” (collectable chunks of automotive overspray sometimes called ‘Detroit agate’)\, Sentimentary Rock includes thousands of layers\, each dripped from a palimpsestic public proclamation. When processed\, sculpted\, sealed\, assembled\, and macro-photographed\, the result is this enlarged array of tiny gems\, intended to celebrate the indissoluble student voice. \n\nKim Karlsrud: What Amasses\nWhat Amasses is an assemblage of everyday found objects collected within the Miller Creek watershed\, an urbanized drainage system that encompasses much of the city of Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan campus. Selected objects were immersed in a road salt solution\, allowing delicate crystalline formations to emerge. Road salt is a common material input into these hydrological networks during the winter months and exists in multiple states of refinement\, expression\, coherence\, and fragmentation. Each object was then arranged\, photographed\, and enlarged to recontextualize these materials in ways that invite deeper reflections on how infrastructure and human agency blur notions of the natural and the artificial. \nArtist Statements/Bios\n\nSally Clegg \nSally Clegg is an artist and educator from Pelham\, Massachusetts. Her studio practice is rooted in sculpture and expanded printmaking\, stemming from a fascination with human efforts to make meaning from our relationships to objects. Clegg integrates history\, popular culture\, literature and philosophy as material for artmaking\, leveraging personal anecdote and humor to reveal the complexity\, absurdity\, and theoretical richness at play in our connections to things and to ourselves. \n\nClegg holds an MFA in Art from The University of Michigan Stamps School of Art & Design\, and a BA in Art & English from Goucher College. She has exhibited nationally and internationally\, and her work can be found in permanent collections at Yale University\, The New York Public Library\, and elsewhere. Her artwork and writing has appeared in ASAP/Journal\, BOMB Magazine\, Sculpture Magazine\, and Hyperallergic. She is a lecturer in Art & Design at the University of Michigan. Website / Instagram\n\n\nKim Karlsrud \nKim Karlsrud is the co-founder of Commonstudio\, a collaborative creative practice that develops socio-ecological and spatial interventions\, installations\, and initiatives working with and within urban landscapes. Her work explores the space between art and design\, and is grounded in the concept of the “commons\,” that which is shared\, as well as that which is ordinary\, banal\, and commonplace.\n\nKarlsrud completed her undergraduate degree in Product Design from Otis College of Art and Design and an MFA in Art from the University of Michigan. She is currently an Assistant Visiting Professor in the College of Design at the University of Oregon\, teaching across Art and Landscape Architecture departments. She jointly received the 2014-15 Prince Charitable Trust Rome Prize in Landscape Architecture\, was a 2017 resident at the Headlands Center for the Arts\, and is the 2025-26 Fuller Fieldscape Fellow. Website / Instagram
UID:138032-21881299@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138032
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260225T112049
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T123000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:SMTD Student Success Tabling
DESCRIPTION:Join SMTD Student Success at tabling events in each of the primary SMTD Buildings! Learn more about Student Organization Funding opportunities\, upcoming events\, and share with us ideas or thoughts about student events you would like to participate in at SMTD! Warm up with a cup of hot chocolate and grab a yummy cookie.
UID:144582-21895516@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144582
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Student Commons
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260114T093903
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:2025-2026 MICDE Ph.D. in Scientific Computing Student Seminars
DESCRIPTION:The MICDE PhD Student Seminar Series showcases the research of students in the Ph.D. in Scientific Computing. Lunch will be served. These events are open to the public\, but we request that all who plan to attend register in advance via Sessions (see link). \n\nPresenter details will be available on the registration form and on the MICDE events calendar. Planned sessions will be canceled if no one signs up to present\, and registrants will be notified.\n\nIf you have any questions\, please email micde-phd@umich.edu.
UID:139740-21894085@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139740
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Aerospace Engineering,Chemical Engineering,Chemistry,Civil and Environmental Engineering,College Of Engineering,Computation,Computational Medicine,Computational Modeling,Computational Science,Computational Social Science,Data Science,Engineering,Free,Graduate,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate School,Graduate Students,Health Behavior & Health Equity,In Person,Interdisciplinary,Machine Learning,Materials Science,Micde,Phd Seminar,Political Science,Prospective Graduate Students,Public Health,Research,Science,Scientific Computing,Sessions
LOCATION:Room 4425, Green Court Building
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251219T112748
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Accessible Google Slides
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about how to create accessible Google Slides. This workshop will cover core accessibility best practices for slide decks\, such as alt text\, slide layout\, descriptive hyperlinks\, color contrast\, reading order\, and more. We will walk through how to apply each of these concepts directly within the Google Slides platform\, including how to use the Theme feature to set up accessible design elements for your entire presentation. Participants will also learn how to use Grackle Slides\, an extension tool for Google that helps you scan and fix accessibility issues within your slide deck.\n\nAmerican Sign Language (ASL) interpreting services and Communication Access Realtime Translation (CART) captioning services will be provided. If you need additional accommodations to participate in this webinar\, please email the ADA Coordinator at ADAcoordinator@umich.edu.
UID:142984-21891905@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142984
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Digital Accessibility,Disability,Inclusion,Virtual,Workshop
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260122T181726
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T123000
SUMMARY:Performance:Austin Zhu & Adam Lenhart\, carillon
DESCRIPTION:Graduate students Austin Zhu & Adam Lenhart perform on the Charles Baird Carillon\, an instrument of 53 bronze bells located inside the Burton Memorial Tower. The largest bell\, which strikes the hour\, weighs 12 tons\, while the smallest bell\, 4½ octaves above\, weighs just 15 pounds.\n\nThirty-minute recitals are performed on the Charles Baird Carillon at noon every weekday that classes are in session\, followed by visitor Q&A with the carillonist. The bell chamber may be accessed via a combination of elevator and stairs. Take the elevator to the highest floor possible (floor 8)\, and then climb two flights of stairs (39 steps) to the bell chamber (floor 10). Hearing protection earmuffs are provided for visitors. Be prepared to walk on ice and snow in the bell chamber during winter. Built in 1936\, the Charles Baird Carillon is not ADA accessible. Visitors with mobility concerns are invited to visit the Lurie Carillon.
UID:144346-21895189@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144346
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Music
LOCATION:Burton Memorial Tower
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260108T085405
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
SUMMARY:Well-being:Avoiding Avoidance
DESCRIPTION:Are you stuck procrastinating? Join our Avoiding Avoidance wellness group to learn tips to be more productive\, hear from other students and get some free lunch! This FREE in-person educational wellness group is for students only and will include an interactive presentation facilitated by staff from the Eisenberg Family Depression Center and is a collaborative service with U-M Engineering's C.A.R.E. Center and the Newnan Academic Advising Center.\n\nRegistration is not required for in-person wellness groups\, but is recommended so there is enough lunch for all attendees. You can register using the link. Learn more at campusmindworks.org
UID:143462-21893212@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143462
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Campus Mind Works,Food,Free,Free Food,Graduate and Professional Students,Health & Wellness,mental health,north campus,Undergraduate Students,Well-being,Wellness,Workshop
LOCATION:Chrysler Center - 265
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260129T164237
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T133000
SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Building Industry Partnerships Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Federal funding trends\, including from NSF\, DOE and ARPA agencies\, indicate increasing interest in translational research – supporting the pathways for fundamental discoveries to have broader societal\, economic or public impact. New funding programs might require researchers to demonstrate their research impact at the proposal stage through established partnerships with companies that signal market interest or investment\, formal commitments like licensing agreements\, and/or evidence of technology readiness levels. Researchers who build these industry partnerships in advance will have a critical edge in a competitive funding landscape.\n\nThe Office of Research Development will host a webinar series for U-M researchers that explains why and how to build industry partnerships that advance mutual R&D goals. Webinars will take place noon-1:30 pm each day\; calendar invites will be sent upon registration. \n\nFebruary 25: Discovery to Innovation - Gain a practical framework for deciding when to engage industry\, how to demonstrate impact credibly and which funding mechanisms align with research maturing and scholarly goals.\nMarch 26: Industry Engagement for Faculty: From Early Signals to Funded Partnerships - Learn meaningful engagement strategies across the research lifecycle\, emphasizing alignment with academic incentives\, research integrity and appropriate funding mechanisms. \nApril 9: Building Industry Partnerships that Last: Whom to Talk to\, What to Ask - Learn how to identify the right industry counterparts\, structure early conversations to surface meaningful research and translational opportunities and set expectations that can evolve into sustained collaboration.   \nContact RD-Support@umich.edu with questions.
UID:144802-21895959@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144802
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Basic Science,Biomedical,Biomedical Engineering,Biomedical Research,Biosciences,Biosciences Initiative,Broader Impacts,Clinical Research,Community Engagement,Engineering,Funding,Funding Opportunities,Grant,Grant Proposals,Grant Writing,Grants,Grantsmanship,Grantwriting,Health Science,Impact,Industry,National Science Foundation,Natural Sciences,Principal Investigators,Proposal Writing,Research,Research Development,Research Funding,Research Proposals,Researchers,Science,Sponsor,Sponsors,Staff,Workshop,Writing
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260225T112050
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:CMW: Avoiding Avoidance
DESCRIPTION:Campus Mind Works Wellness GroupAre you stuck procrastinating? Join our Avoiding Avoidance wellness group to learn tips to be more productive\, hear from other students and get some free lunch!February 25 | 12:00 - 1:00 E.T. | Chrysler Center\, Room 265 | Register: campusmindworks.org\n
UID:143306-21892886@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143306
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Central Campus, Room TBA
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260219T210229
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T133000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:II Teach-In. The World at a Tipping Point: U.S. Foreign Policy Through a Global Lens
DESCRIPTION:II Teach-In. The World at a Tipping Point: U.S. Foreign Policy Through a Global Lens\nFebruary 25\, 2026 (Wednesday)\n12-1:30 PM\, 1010 Weiser Hall\n\nPlease register to attend in person or via Zoom to help us plan accordingly.: https://myumi.ch/Nrgwy\n\n- - - - -\n\nWhat is the global impact of the recent U.S. foreign-policy posture of aggression?\n\nA multidisciplinary roundtable of U-M experts on Africa\, East Asia\, Eurasia\, and Latin America offers regional and inter-regional perspectives on what is being dismantled and reordered in international relations\, and what our shared world might look like in the future\, near and far. \n\nPanelists:\nOmolade Adunbi\, Director\, African Studies Center\nElizabeth King\, Director\, Center for Russian\, East European and Eurasian Studies\nGavin Arnall\, Director\, Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies\nAnn Lin\, Director\, Lieberthal-Rogel Center for Chinese Studies\n\nModerator: Youngju Ryu\, Director\, International Institute\n\n*Part of a series of teach-ins that brings together U-M faculty and scholars\, and international experts to discuss and examine where we have been\, where we are\, and think together about our collective future.*\n\n- - - - -\nNext Event:\nWCEE Emerging Issues Lecture. Why Greenland Matters Now\nTuesday\, March 10\, 2026\n4:00-5:30 PM\nForum Hall Palmer Commons
UID:144861-21896054@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144861
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Discussion,Global Affairs,International,International Affairs,Public Policy
LOCATION:Weiser Hall - 1010
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251218T142241
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
SUMMARY:Presentation:Material Conversations: A Focus on Healthcare Applications and Silicones
DESCRIPTION:Steven Mankoci (PhD in Polymer Science\, University of Akron) and Yuwei Liu (PhD in Chemistry\, University of Michigan) from Wacker Chemical will speak about silicone technology and applications in medical and healthcare settings\, as well as broader developments within the industry and the development of products for cross disciplinary applications. They'll also discuss the journey from student to research scientist in materials research and implementation.
UID:142921-21891808@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142921
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Library,Medical Technology
LOCATION:Duderstadt Center - Material Collection, 2nd floor - Art, Architecture, and Engineering Library
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260218T093228
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:MCDB Dissertation Defense Seminar> Revisiting the role of DNA polymerase I in maintaining the genome integrity of Bacillus subtilis
DESCRIPTION:One of the essential biological findings of the past century was the discovery of DNA polymerase\, which revealed the core mechanism by which DNA is faithfully replicated and repaired in cells. While polymerases were first described in bacteria\, homologous proteins are present in all domains and contribute to multi-faceted systems that employ multiple DNA polymerases to optimize both fidelity and processivity. Of these\, one of the most adaptable enzymes is the originally discovered bacterial polymerase\, DNA polymerase I (Pol I). This protein has three distinct domains that confer different functions: a 5′-3′ flap endonuclease (FEN) for removing downstream nucleic acids\, a 3′-5′ exonuclease for proofreading the nascent strand\, and a 5′-3′ polymerase for synthesizing DNA. These three activities allow Pol I to contribute broadly to DNA repair and replication\, though its canonical roles are primer removal and Okazaki fragment maturation. \n\nThe role of Pol I in primer removal\, however\, was established using Pol I from the gram-negative bacterium Escherichia coli and does not consider diverging functions that may have developed as bacterial lineages evolved separately. Using genetic screens and biochemical assays\, we characterized Pol I and a Pol I-independent FEN from Bacillus subtilis (FEN\, formerly YpcP). We demonstrate that FEN is actively involved in Okazaki fragment maturation in vivo\, as cells lacking fenA are sensitive to the accumulation of RNA-DNA hybrids and this phenotype is not rescued by over-expression of polA. Using a variety of substrates\, we show that FEN is a more active nuclease than Pol I. FEN showed significant activity on substrates mimicking intermediates formed during Okazaki fragment maturation (5′\, 3′ double-flap\, 5′ flap\, nicked duplex\, and 3′ overhang)\, whereas Pol I preferentially acted on DNA-only nicked and 3′ overhang structures. These substrate preferences indicate that the major role of FEN is Okazaki fragment maturation while Pol I nuclease function is more important for DNA repair. As Pol I nuclease activity was not stimulated by concurrent DNA synthesis\, we propose that in bacteria that encode a second\, active FEN\, RNA primers are primarily removed by FEN rather than Pol I. \n\nA more recent repair activity attributed to A-family polymerases\, such as Pol I\, is RNA-templated lesion bypass. As our FEN data suggest that the primary role of BsPol I is in DNA repair\, we investigated whether Pol I could use ribonucleotides as a template for DNA synthesis. Since RNA is often found incorporated in DNA\, either as part of R-patches or R-tracts\, this category of damage represents a significant barrier to successful replication. We show that BsPol I performs efficient primer extension using both a template composed entirely of RNA or a DNA template containing embedded ribonucleotides. We also assayed other bacterial Pol Is and found that they possess similar capabilities as BsPol I\, though the efficiency of this synthesis varies by species. This activity is not performed by the B. subtilis replicative polymerases\, PolC and DnaE\, as we found that neither are capable of sustained synthesis using a template that contains ribonucleotides. PolC was arrested by the inclusion of a single ribonucleotide in the template\, while DnaE was able to synthesize DNA using a template that contained a stretch of 5 ribonucleotides. Together\, these data support RNA-templated DNA synthesis by Pol I as a viable pathway for replication forks to navigate ribonucleotides incorporated in DNA.
UID:145240-21896916@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145240
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Biology,Bsbsigns,Dissertation,Dissertation Defense,seminar
LOCATION:Biological Sciences Building - 1010
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DTSTAMP:20260312T123137
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Resume Lab
DESCRIPTION:*RSVP required to attend. Click \"Join Event\" here: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1894075Just getting started building a resume? Have a draft but not sure how to make it better? Want to learn about resources available to revise your resume? Wherever you’re at Resume Lab is a great next step for you. Get real-time\, personalized support in a small group setting by checking out the Resume Lab. We will discuss and educate you on…- Design and format- Writing a great bullet point- Targeting your resume for specific internships/jobs If you're a Graduate Student or Recent Grad\, please make a 1:1 appointment instead of attending the Lab because this event is designed for undergraduates. Note: This event's information is shown in Handshake as well as on theHappening @ Michigan calendar so that it will be seen by a larger number of U-M Students.#UCC
UID:144206-21894841@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144206
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:University Career Center, 3200 Student Activities Building, Program Room (3003), 515 E Jefferson St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260224T101438
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
SUMMARY:Exhibition:Revolutionary Paine: Andy Murphy Student-Curated Class Exhibit Common Sense
DESCRIPTION:Thomas Paine’s “Common Sense” was one of the most influential works of the American Revolution. The first edition was published on January 10\, 1776\, with an initial print run of just 1\,000 copies\; but within weeks demand soared. The students of Andy Murphy’s POLISCI 495 course co-curated the exhibition “Revolutionary Paine” to document the whirlwind caused by its publication. On view at the Clements January 16-May 8\, weekdays from 12-4 pm.
UID:143999-21894432@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143999
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Americana,Exhibit,Exhibition,history
LOCATION:William Clements Library - Avenir Foundation Reading Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260116T094713
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T183000
SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:2nd Annual Transplant Center Research Symposium
DESCRIPTION:We cordially invite you to join us for our Transplant Center Research Symposium on Wednesday\, February 25\, 2026\, in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. Guests are welcome to check in and view our poster session beginning at 12:15 p.m.The symposium will take place from 12:45-5:00 p.m. and will be followed by a reception including beer & wine (with proper ID)\, hors d’oeuvres\, and conversation from 5:00-6:30 p.m. We are delighted to host this celebration of the innovations in transplantation and to enhance collaboration. \n\nThis FREE symposium highlights current innovations in transplantation and the advances shaping its future. The session will focus on the innovations in artificial organs and xenotransplantation\, policy changes in organ allocation\, innovative surgical techniques\, maximizing the use of donation after circulatory death using machine perfusion\, pre-transplant cardiac evaluation and state of the art management of donor derived infections in solid organ transplant recipients. \n\nPresentations will also be live-streamed. Please note on the registration form if you plan to attend online or in person. Register by February 13\, 2026.\n\nAccreditation\nThe University of Michigan Medical School is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.\n\nCredit Designation\nAMA PRA Category 1 \nThe University of Michigan Medical School designates this Live Activity for a maximum of 3.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.\n\nABIM MOC \nSuccessful completion of this CME activity\, which includes participation in the evaluation component\, enables the participant to earn up to 3.50 MOC points in the American Board of Internal Medicine’s (ABIM) Maintenance of Certification (MOC) program. It is the CME activity provider’s responsibility to submit participant completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABIM MOC credit.\n\nSocial Work\nThis course is approved by NASW-Michigan for 3.5 CE hours. (Approval number UMTC071625-00).\n\nTransplant Certification\nThe American Board for Transplant Certification (ABTC) has approved this educational offering for up to 3.5 Category 1 Continuing Education Points for Transplant Certification (CEPTCs). (Approved CEPTC Provider Number 141-70).\n\n\n\n\n*Call for Abstracts & Poster Session*\nThe Transplant Center is now accepting abstracts for this event. Abstracts must be submitted here by Friday\, January 23\, 2026\, at 5 p.m.\nhttps://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bIyTYhWes0prHFQ#msdynmkt_trackingcontext=81f0c330-94d8-40f7-92fe-5f6709fa0200\n\nSpecifications:\n•	Should be submitted via Microsoft Word.\n•	Upload all referenced figures/charts/tables under the section “Abstract Submission Upload.” Graphs\, etc.\, must be labeled and legible with no identifiable information in the label or graphics/charts/tables themselves.\n•	Use standard abbreviations such as kg\, g\, mg\, ml\, %\, etc.\n•	Place special or unusual abbreviations in parentheses after the full word the first time it appears.\n•	Use numerals to indicate numbers\, except to begin a sentence.\n•	For therapeutic options/drugs\, use only generic names.\n•	Ensure all authors are listed (first and last names and degrees held by each).\n•	Be sure to select “Primary Author“ for one of the authors listed. This will be the person who is contacted about the abstract submission.\n•	Proper citing of references when applicable.\n\nSubmission:\n•	Submissions should fall under one of the primary categories\n1.	Thoracic Transplantation and End-Stage Organ Diseases\n2.	Abdominal Transplantation and End-Stage Organ Diseases\n3.	Transplantation and End-Stage Organ Diseases - Not Organ Specific\n•	We are accepting 30 submissions. Additional submissions may be considered for digital display only. All submissions will be reviewed by our Abstract Review Committee. \n•	If selected\, we will require you to print your poster with foam backing and arrive at the BSRB by 12:00 p.m.\n•	Use the following naming convention for your submission: FirstAuthorLastName_Category_ShortTitle.docx.\n•	If you submitted a poster at last year’s symposium\, please do not submit the same one this year. \n \nPresentations:\n•	Six submissions\, selected by the Transplant Center Abstract Review Committee\, will be selected to present their poster during a rapid-fire presentation in Kahn between 2:15 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. \n•	All other submissions will display their poster during the 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. in the BSRB seminar rooms. Posters will also be available throughout the symposium. \n•	You or a delegate should be near your poster to answer any questions from 12:15 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. \n \nPlease email Kelly Shaffer (shaffeke@med.umich.edu)\, Transplant Clinical Research Manager\, with any questions or concerns.
UID:142314-21892155@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142314
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Biology,Biosciences,Health & Wellness,Medicine,Networking,Postdoctoral Research Fellows,Pre Med,Pre-Health,Public Health,Research,Symposium,Transplant,Webcast
LOCATION:Taubman Biomedical Science Research Building - Kahn Auditorium
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260323T100405
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T140000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:ClariTEA: Informal Undergraduate Advising Event
DESCRIPTION:ClariTEA is a weekly informal\, drop-in advising event where Robotics and Interested Undergraduate students meet with Robotics Undergraduate Academic Advisors. Refreshments and TEA are offered at each meeting.\n\nJoin us in having a conversation with the Robotics Undergraduate community.
UID:142310-21890458@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142310
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Michigan Robotics,Robotics,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:Ford Robotics Building - 2000
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260108T145128
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
SUMMARY:Meeting:Pre-Law Drop In Advising
DESCRIPTION:Pre-law advisors are available during drop-in hours to answer quick questions from all U-M Ann Arbor students and alumni.\n\nJoin the Queue: https://officehours.it.umich.edu/queue/1145
UID:143506-21893307@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143506
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Advising,Law,Newnan,Newnan Academic Advising,Newnan Lsa Academic Advising Center,Newnan Lsa Pre-law,Pre Law,Pre-Law
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20250926T162455
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T150000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Transitioning from Peer to Supervisor
DESCRIPTION:Course details and registration are available on the Organizational Learning website.
UID:139957-21886417@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139957
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Career,Professional Development,Self Development
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260123T121721
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T132000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T135000
SUMMARY:Performance:Eva Albalghiti\, carillon
DESCRIPTION:Eva Albalghiti performs on the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Carillon\, an instrument of 60 bells with the lowest bell (bourdon) weighing 6 tons.\n\nThirty-minute recitals are performed on the Lurie Carillon every weekday that classes are in session. During these recitals\, visitors may take the elevator to level 2 to view the largest bells\, or to level 3 to see the carillonist performing. (Visitors subject to acrophobia are recommended to visit level 2 only.) An optional spiral stairway between levels 2 and 3 allows for up-close views of some of the largest bells.
UID:144378-21895248@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144378
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free,Music,North Campus
LOCATION:Lurie Ann & Robert H. Tower
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260312T123150
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T150000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:International Student Career Series - How to Build Your Network
DESCRIPTION:You can’t start networking unless you know where to begin! For many international students\, the idea of approaching and interacting with professionals in the U.S. can feel intimidating — and that’s okay. In this interactive workshop\, you’ll learn practical strategies forfinding and connecting with contacts\, as well as how to conduct informational interviews. These conversations let you explore careers and companies by hearing directly from professionals about their day-to-day work — without the pressure of a formal job interview.Networking is all about building genuine relationships\, and often those connections can lead to exciting opportunities down the road. This session is open to all students. For a head start\, check out our website before attending to familiarize yourself with the basics. This event's information is shown in Handshake as well as on the Happening @ Michigan calendar so that it will be seen by a larger number of U-M Students. You can only register to attend this event within Handshake. If you'd like to indicate that you'll be attending this event and see more details\, please go to this webpage:  https://app.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1907908  We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accessibility accommodation would promote your full participation in this event\, please indicate your accommodation requirements via the link below\, preferably at least 14 days prior to the program to ensure sufficient time for arranging your requested accommodation(s) or exploring suitable alternatives. If you have any questions regarding access to our programs\, please don't hesitate to reach out to Cierra Sutherland at cierrasu@umich.edu. Accessibility accommodation form: https://forms.gle/FmFn35ZLxJ8kvPfSA  #UCC
UID:145147-21896732@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145147
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:
LOCATION:
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DTSTAMP:20260225T132049
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T153000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Rummage RIW
DESCRIPTION:A Rackham Interdisciplinary Workshop focused on the nexus of exhibition\, collection\, curation\, display\, and representation within museums and museum-adjacent spaces. The group’s name\, rummage\, evokes both a materiality and an intellectual practice characteristic of museum studies more broadly. On the one hand\, rummaging has a tactile quality. It gestures to the human role in how objects are placed and misplaced\, organized and disorganized\, thrown into juxtaposition\, and often randomly re-discovered anew by individuals negotiating various value systems associated with objects. It evokes an image of coming to objects of the past with new eyes and curiosity. On the other hand\, rummaging could also be used to describe an intellectual approach. In posing questions about the how and why certain narratives come to be exhibited and interpreted\, we root around historical understandings of heritage and the power dynamics that lead certain narratives to become dominant. This process is guided by curiosity\, a drive to understand\, and a skepticism of ordering systems. Founded in Fall 2023\, this RIW takes the attics\, closets\, and cabinets of exhibition history as a starting point to engage questions relating to those spaces aligned with — or challenging — the International Council of Museums’ broad definition of a museum as an institution “in the service of society that researches\, collects\, conserves\, interprets and exhibits tangible and intangible heritage”.
UID:145293-21897015@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145293
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:UMMA Vertical Gallery
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T180316
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T153000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ Students in Our Political Context
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Michigan Spectrum Center for a roundtable of scholars and practitioners to discuss how to support and serve queer and trans students in U.S. higher education at this time of our nation’s history. As the policy landscape shifts rapidly and higher education institutions move to shutter gender and sexuality centers and end critical programs and services\, queer and trans students persist on our campuses. What does current scholarship indicate these students need to survive or thrive? What are centers and programs that still exist doing to preserve knowledge of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and continue to support these populations? How can we bridge theory and praxis to center QT communities and encourage people of all genders and sexualities to work for more just and welcoming campuses? Our panelists\, Dr. Kris Renn\, Dr. Antonio Duran\, and Dr. Kristopher Oliveira\, represent innovative and student-centered scholarship and praxis. We encourage researchers\, scholar-practitioners\, and graduate students from U-M and beyond to be a part of this important conversation.\n\nPlease note that this webinar will be live only and will not be recorded or sent to participants.\n\nPANELIST BIOS\n\nJesse Beal\, (they/them/theirs) Jesse Beal is the director of Spectrum Center. They joined as associate director in November 2021 and were named the director in December 2022. Prior to arriving at the University of Michigan\, Jesse served as the director of the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center at Michigan State University. Jesse is an experienced student affairs practitioner\, who brings over a decade of experience leading student-facing affinity-based resource centers at Amherst College\, Brandeis University\, Suffolk University\, and MSU. They bring a demonstrated history of working towards equity and inclusion in higher education with a practice that is collaborative\, student-centered\, intersectional\, and justice based. Jesse has been a social justice and LGBTQIA2S+ activist\, educator\, and consultant for the past fifteen years. They present regularly at national conferences and at many colleges\, universities\, and nonprofits. Jesse serves as the director of community and advocacy for the Consortium of Higher Education LGBTQ Resource Professionals\, a member-based association working toward the liberation of LGBTQ people in higher education. Jesse is also a PhD student in the Michigan State University Higher\, Adult\, and Lifelong Education (HALE) program studying LGBTQIA2S+ populations in higher education. They possess a Master of Arts in women's and gender studies from Brandeis University and a Bachelor of Arts in women's and gender studies and government from the University of Texas at Austin. As the director\, they provide campus-wide leadership on strategies to advance equity\, and inclusion with regard to gender and sexuality. Jesse drives our strategic planning\, sets unit goals\, and oversees the operation of the center and our programs and services\n\nAntonio Duran\, PhD (he/him/his) is an Associate Professor of Higher and Postsecondary Education\, as well as a 1L JD student at the Sandra Day O'Connor College of Law at Arizona State University. His research agenda addresses how issues of inequity shape institutions of higher education and what practitioners\, faculty\, and students do to resist them. He is especially interested in applying frames that expose how intersecting systems of oppression affect multiply minoritized people and their navigation of these social institutions. As a JD student\, he strives to explore how research informs legal practice (and vice-versa) to advance equity and justice.\n\nKristopher Oliveira\, PhD (he/him/his) is Director of the LGBTQ+ Equity Center at the University of Maryland and a faculty affiliate. A sociologist and higher education leader\, he has previously directed LGBTQ+ centers at Princeton\, the University of Kansas\, and St. Cloud State University. His research examines Queer and Trans (QT) resource centers and practitioners\, exploring programmatic and academic outcomes for QT students and the experiences of Black and Queer professionals in higher education. He is co-editor of the forthcoming volume Championing Trans and Queer Inclusion Beyond the Campus Resource Center and serves as Practitioner-in-Residence for ACPA’s Coalition for Sexuality and Gender Identities. Kristopher has also held leadership and volunteer roles with the Consortium of Higher Education LGBT Resource Professionals\, the Trevor Project\, and the Human Rights Campaign. When not working\, he enjoys traveling\, all things Oz\, and time with his husband\, Alfredo\, and their chihuahua\, Scooby Doo.\n\nKristen Renn\, PhD (she/her/hers) is University Distinguished Professor of Higher\, Adult\, &amp\; Lifelong Education at Michigan State University. With a background in student affairs administration\, including inaugurating the role of LGBTQ resource provider at Brown University\, she has for the last 30 years focused her research on the identities\, experiences\, and development of minoritized students in higher education. She was co-PI of the National Study of LGBTQ Student Success\, a two-phase study of LGBTQ college students comprising a mixed methods survey/interview phase and a four-year longitudinal interview phase conducted with LGBTQ students.\n\nMORE SPECTRUM CENTER EVENTS\nhttps://spectrumcenter.umich.edu/events\n\nMORE NCID EVENTS\nhttps://ncid.umich.edu/events
UID:144327-21895170@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144327
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:LGBT,LGBTQ Graduate Student,Queer Trans Indigenous People of Color-QTIPOC,Student Affairs,Well-being
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
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DTSTAMP:20260221T191610
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T153000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Hasse-Weil Theorem
DESCRIPTION:The main goal of this talk is to outline the proof of the Hasse–Weil Theorem and its immediate consequence\, the Hasse–Weil bound. I will go over some of the necessary background material in the theory of function fields.
UID:145796-21897828@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145796
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Number Theory
LOCATION:East Hall - 3088
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T095409
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T153000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Learning seminar in algebraic combinatorics: Bricks and the Lattice of Torsion Classes
DESCRIPTION:Last week\, Yucong introduced the lattice of torsion classes. This coming week\, we'll examine several properties of the lattice of torsion classes. We'll characterize the completely join irreducible elements and\, time permitting\, prove that the lattice of torsion classes is completely semi-distributive. Underlying both of these properties are \"bricks\"\, a special kind of indecomposable module.
UID:145820-21897850@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145820
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 4088
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260126T103944
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T155000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Who Gets What in Education:  Can School Matching Improve Student Achievement? (with Parag Pathak and Atila Abdulkadiroglu)
DESCRIPTION:We examine two approaches to improving urban school systems: changing who gets to go to existing schools (reallocation) and restructuring school portfolios through closures and reconstitution (resource augmentation). Using data from New York City high schools\, we estimate models of school effects allowing for both vertical school quality differences and horizontal student-specific match effects. While sophisticated reallocation policies that op- timize student-school matches can generate modest educational gains\, they are constrained by limited seats at highly effective schools. Simple resource-augmentation policies targeting replacement of low-performing schools achieve comparable improvements with less systemic disruption. Analysis of NYC’s school closures reveals that basic graduation rate metrics effectively identify struggling schools\, suggesting complex value-added models may be un- necessary for targeting closure decisions. Our findings indicate that capacity constraints\, rather than poor school matching\, primarily drive educational inequality.
UID:143679-21893638@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143679
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Econometrics,Economics,Labor,seminar
LOCATION:North Quad - 4325
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260202T062717
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Department Colloquium | X-ray vision in the age of free-electron lasers: Making the invisible visible
DESCRIPTION:For well over a century x rays have been a powerful tool for probing atomic-scale structure due to their short wavelength and relatively weak interaction with matter.  As sources have become ever more brilliant\, scientists have been able to probe the microscopic world with more and more exquisite detail. In the past couple of decades free-electron lasers have provided the most intense laboratory source of x rays with femtosecond pulse durations---short enough to capture the fastest vibrations in solids\, and the making and breaking of chemical bonds.  In this colloquium\, I'll present a few examples of how we utilize these remarkable light sources to gain new insight into material properties.  I’ll present a novel method for studying non-equilibrium lattice dynamics in the time domain[1] which we’ve used to identify a novel lattice instability in photoexcited SnSe[2]\, as well as identify the changes in interatomic forces that drive it [3].  The high brightness further allows us to isolate valence electron density within the atomic bonds[4].  I’ll show how we’ve been able to view the local nonlinear response to sub-bandgap excitation in the prototypical semiconductor silicon[5].  These results advance our goals of developing a mechanistic understanding\, and novel methods of controlling\, the remarkable properties of materials on their fundamental length and time scales.\n\n[1] M. Trigo\, et al.\, Fourier-transform inelastic x-ray scattering from time- and momentum-dependent phonon-phonon correlations. Nat. Physics\, 9(12):790–794\, 2013.\n[2] Y. Huang\, et al.\, Observation of a novel lattice instability in ultrafast photoexcited SnSe. Phys. Rev. X\, 12(1):011029\, 2022.\n[3] Y. Huang\, et al.\, Nonthermal bonding origin of a novel photoexcited lattice instability in SnSe. Phys. Rev. Lett. 131:156902\, 2023\n[4] T. E. Glover\, et al.\, X-ray and optical wave mixing. Nature\, 488(7413):603–608\, 08 2012.\n[5] C. Ornelas-Skarin\, et. al.\, Second-order microscopic nonlinear optical susceptibility in a centrosymmetric material: Application to imaging valence electron motion. Phys. Rev. X\, 16:011006\, 2026.
UID:144106-21894670@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144106
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Physics,Science
LOCATION:West Hall - 340
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251202T115505
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
SUMMARY:Other:Grants office hours: Get support applying for one of SSC's Sustainability Grants!
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to our weekly open office hours to learn and get support applying to our Planet Blue Student Innovation Fund (PBSIF) or Social and Environmental Sustainability Grant (SES).
UID:138848-21890501@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138848
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Environment,Sustainability
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260205T125816
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Introduction to Git and Collaborative Programming
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Git and Collaborative Programming is designed for graduate student researchers and principal investigators (PIs) who work with code in their research. Participants will learn the basics of Git for version control and collaboration\, enabling them to efficiently manage code\, track changes\, and work with colleagues on research projects.\n\n\nThe Research Software Engineering Team in U-M’s College of Literature\, Science\, and the Arts (LSA) supports researchers in developing effective\, sustainable software. We’re excited to offer workshops for graduate students and PIs to strengthen their programming capabilities.
UID:145128-21896698@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145128
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Dsrse,Faculty,Free,Graduate Students,Programming,Research Software Engineering,Undergraduate,Workshop
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
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DTSTAMP:20260209T150356
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T163000
SUMMARY:Other:[Info Session] CGIS Psychology and Humanities in Buenos Aires\, Argentina
DESCRIPTION:Want to fulfill some BCN/Psych requirements in Argentina? Join IFSA representative\, Javier Rodriguez\, and CGIS advisor\, Juliana Mesa\, to learn more about the CGIS Psychology and Humanities in Buenos Aires program and how to apply.\n\nThe CGIS Psychology and Humanities in Buenos Aires offers a unique opportunity to take BCN/Psych elective/cognate courses taught in English while you get to explore a city known for its powerful cultural scene\, passion for tango\, and fondness for late nights. In addition\, you will get to experience cultural events and activities such as visiting local markets\, attending operas\, theater\, and symphony performances. \n\nNo Spanish language prerequisite!\n\nFun Fact: Argentina is the country with the most psychologists per capita in the world. In Buenos Aires\, mental health is typically discussed amongst family\, friends and peers without much stigma compared to many other cities.
UID:145259-21896954@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145259
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Argentina,global engagement,global opportunities,International Education,Latin America,Psychology,Sessions,South America,study abroad,Undergraduate Students
LOCATION:
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DTSTAMP:20260215T103006
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Algebraic Geometry Seminar: p-adic integration of hyperplane arrangements and geometric representation theory
DESCRIPTION:The Strong Monodromy Conjecture predicts a mysterious relationship between the non-Archimedean and Archimedean worlds. It suggests that\, for a polynomial f\, the operation of integrating its p-adic norm is governed by the integrals of its Archimedean norm.\n\nHyperplane arrangements provide a fertile testing ground to investigate these connections. In 2009\, Budur-Mustațǎ-Teitler proved the weak Monodromy Conjecture for hyperplane arrangements and introduced the n/d conjecture\, demonstrating that the latter implies the strong version. Although verified for many cases\, a full resolution of the n/d conjecture has remained elusive.\n\nIn this talk\, I will present a proof of the n/d conjecture\, which relies on a new approach that emerges from a confluence of recent Hodge-theoretic approaches to singularities\, and the recent breakthrough on the unitary dual of Lie groups. This is based on the joint work with Dougal Davis.
UID:142240-21890262@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142240
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 4096
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260225T152050
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Faculty Protections Workshop: Media Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Faculty today should be prepared to manage engagements with\npotentially aggressive reporters. Are you unsure about whether to respond\nquickly to a charged media request with a deadline today? Do you know\nwhat you should do to manage your reputation and position as an expert in your\nfield? Do you know what not to do when a reporter contacts you\nfor a story? This workshop is designed to support faculty members as they\nnavigate interactions with the media—especially when confronted with\nchallenging contacts.The Michigan News team\noffers interactive workshops and training\, for individuals and groups\, that\nprepare faculty for a variety of media engagement scenarios. Michigan News is\npart of the Office of the Vice President for Communications\, and its staff\nincludes former reporters from new agencies such as The Associated Press\, the\nDetroit Free Press\, Crain's Business\, Rocky Mountain News\, Folha de São Paulo\,\nAtlanta Journal Constitution\, Telemundo\, WXYZ-TV and more.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt the request of SACUA's Protections for Faculty Working\nGroup\, Michigan News will provide training to help reduce worry and empower\nfaculty to interact with potentially aggressive journalists. This event is part\nof the working group's efforts to support faculty facing external threats and\nharassment. Michigan News will share\, step by step\, what to do when faculty\nreceive a reporter's email or call\, and will provide resources and\nopportunities for further media training.
UID:145413-21897287@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145413
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Weiser Hall, Room 1010. 500 Church Street, Ann Arbor, MI, 48109
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260206T161202
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T173000
SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:An Operatic Reimagining of The Handmaid’s Tale: Gender\, Power\, and Reproductive Justice
DESCRIPTION:In 1985\, Margaret Atwood\, The Handmaid’s Tale\, envisioned a theocratic regime that systematically stripped women and gender-diverse people of their reproductive freedom. Although Atwood’s narrative is fiction\, the realities of forced reproduction and restricted bodily autonomy have long impacted women of color\, low-income women\, disabled women\, and people of diverse gender identities\, making this story compelling and profoundly relevant today.  The novel’s evolution into a television show and now\, an opera reflects its sustained cultural and political resonance. This event\, co-hosted by the Detroit Opera and the University of Michigan’s Center for History\, Humanities\, Arts\, Social Sciences\, and Ethics in Medicine\, will feature a free\, moderated discussion about the operatic adaptation of The Handmaid’s Tale. Together\, we will explore how artistic representations can stimulate important conversations about reproductive justice\, structural power\, and the ongoing struggles faced by women and people of marginalized genders. Through centering the role of art in social critique and activism\, this event aims to deepen understanding of gender and sexuality in the context of contemporary debates surrounding reproductive rights.
UID:145187-21896776@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145187
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:African American,Anthropology,Art,Basic Science,Biology,Books,Ecology,Education,Environment,Film,Graduate Students,History,Humanities,Interdisciplinary,International,Jewish Studies,Law,Life Science,Literature,Media,Medicine,Music,Nursing,Philosophy,Pre Med,Pre-Health,Psychology,Public Health,Public Policy,Religion,Research,Social Sciences,Sociology,Storytelling,Theme Semester,UMMA,Undergraduate,Visual Arts,Women's Studies
LOCATION:Palmer Commons - Forum Hall
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260127T112708
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T200000
SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Black History Month Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Black History Month Dinner showcasing dishes inspired by renowned chefs whose work and stories. Each menu highlights culinary traditions\, creativity\, and cultural influence\, bringing history and community together through food.\n\nThis event is included with your residential meal plan. Those with block plans can use a meal swipe to enter. All other guests will pay the door rate to dine in the dining halls.
UID:144614-21895573@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144614
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:In Person
LOCATION:1027 E. Huron Building
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20251121T133954
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T173000
SUMMARY:Presentation:Collective Memories of the U.S.-Mexico War and Mexican American Activism
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, February 25 at 4PM in the Tappan Room at the Michigan Union for a talk with Professor Omar Valerio-Jiménez (University of Texas at San Antonio)\, who will explore how memories of the U.S.-Mexico War have shaped Mexican American civil rights\, public rituals\, and storytelling. He will discuss his latest book\, Remembering Conquest: Mexican Americans\, Memory\, and Citizenship (2024)\, and share insights from his research on educational reform\, textbook inclusion\, and the preservation of Mexican American histories in the U.S. Southwest.
UID:142114-21890023@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142114
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Department Of American Culture,Latina/o Studies,Latinx
LOCATION:Michigan Union - Tappan Room
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260209T093312
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:DE Seminar(**SPECIAL TIME**): Finite time singularities in the Landau equation with very hard potentials
DESCRIPTION:The Landau equation\, introduced by Lev Landau in 1936\, is one of the central equations in kinetic theory. We consider the Landau equation with very hard potentials $\gamma \in (\sqrt{3}\,2]$\, which is known to admit global smooth solutions for homogeneous data. Inspired by hydrodynamic limits from kinetic equations to fluid equations\, we construct smooth\, strictly positive initial data that develop a finite-time singularity by lifting imploding singularities from the compressible Euler equations. In self‑similar variables\, the solution becomes asymptotically hydrodynamic—the distribution function converges to a local Maxwellian\, while the hydrodynamic fields develop an asymptotically self‑similar implosion whose profile coincides with a smooth imploding profile of the compressible Euler equations.  To our knowledge\, this provides the first example of a collisional kinetic model which is globally well-posed in the homogeneous setting\, but admits finite time singularities for inhomogeneous data.\n \nThis is joint work with Jacob Bedrossian (UCLA)\, Maria Gualdani (UT Austin)\, Sehyun Ji (UChicago)\, Vlad Vicol (NYU)\, and Jincheng Yang (JHU).
UID:141996-21889800@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141996
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Applied Mathematics,Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 4088
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T105502
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Learning MFG via MFAC Flow
DESCRIPTION:We introduce the Mean-Field Actor-Critic (MFAC) flow\, a continuous-time learning dynamics for solving mean-field games (MFGs)\, drawing on ideas from reinforcement learning\, generative modeling\, and optimal transport. The MFAC framework jointly evolves the actor\, critic\, and distribution through gradient-based updates\, with the distribution governed by a novel Optimal Transport Geodesic Picard (OTGP) flow. The OTGP flow drives the distribution toward equilibrium along Wasserstein-2 geodesics. We rigorously analyze the MFAC flow using Lyapunov functionals and establish global exponential convergence under suitable time scales. The analysis highlights the coupled structure of the algorithm and offers practical guidelines for choosing learning rates. Numerical results further support the theory and demonstrate the effectiveness of the proposed approach. This is joint work with Mo Zhou (UCLA) and Haosheng Zhou (UCSB).
UID:141872-21889581@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141872
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 1360
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260211T135224
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Probability and Analysis Seminar: Finite time singularities in the Landau equation with very hard potentials
DESCRIPTION:The Landau equation\, introduced by Lev Landau in 1936\, is one of the central equations in kinetic theory. We consider the Landau equation with very hard potentials $\gamma \in (\sqrt{3}\,2]$\, which is known to admit global smooth solutions for homogeneous data. Inspired by hydrodynamic limits from kinetic equations to fluid equations\, we construct smooth\, strictly positive initial data that develop a finite-time singularity by lifting imploding singularities from the compressible Euler equations. In self‑similar variables\, the solution becomes asymptotically hydrodynamic—the distribution function converges to a local Maxwellian\, while the hydrodynamic fields develop an asymptotically self‑similar implosion whose profile coincides with a smooth imploding profile of the compressible Euler equations.  To our knowledge\, this provides the first example of a collisional kinetic model which is globally well-posed in the homogeneous setting\, but admits finite time singularities for inhomogeneous data.\n \nThis is joint work with Jacob Bedrossian (UCLA)\, Maria Gualdani (UT Austin)\, Sehyun Ji (UChicago)\, Vlad Vicol (NYU)\, and Jincheng Yang (JHU).
UID:145282-21897003@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145282
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 4088
CONTACT:
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DTSTAMP:20260223T020145
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Student AIM Seminar: A Beginner’s introduction to optimal control theory
DESCRIPTION:In this talk I describe the basic deterministic control problem and how to solve it using the method of the adjoint function. The method is motivated through examination of the problem’s structure and properties its solutions would exhibit. Hopefully by the end of this talk you’ll know what an adjoint function is\, be able to solve basic optimal control problems\, and have an idea of when solutions exist.
UID:145805-21897837@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145805
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Applied Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 3088
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DTSTAMP:20260219T221509
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T170000
SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Topology seminar: Top-dimensional cohomology of the congruence subgroup Gamma_{0\,n}(p)
DESCRIPTION:Let Gamma_{0\,n}(p) be the congruence subgroup of level p of SL_n(Z) whose first column is congruent to (*\,0\,\dots\,0)^t \mod p. The cohomology of this subgroup has connections to problems in algebraic K-theory and number theory. Borel and Serre (1973) showed that the rational cohomology of Gamma_{0\,n}(p) vanishes above degree n(n+1)/2. \n\nWe prove that the top-dimensional rational cohomology group of Gamma_{0\,n}(p) vanishes for all p equal to 2\,3\,5\,7\,13 and when n is at least 3\, as well as for all primes p at most 6n-14. We also reprove the known non-vanishing result that this group is nonzero for n=2 for every prime p\, and we establish a new non-vanishing for n=3 for all primes p not equal to 2\,3\,5\,7\,13. \n\nIn this talk\, I will outline the ideas behind these results and briefly survey what is known about the top-dimensional cohomology of related congruence subgroups.
UID:143836-21894104@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143836
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 3866
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