BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//UM//UM*Events//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit TZURL:http://tzurl.org/zoneinfo/America/Detroit X-LIC-LOCATION:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20070311T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20071104T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898496@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260204T122147 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T200000 SUMMARY:Performance:Jon Muq DESCRIPTION:Melding the sounds of America with the sounds of Uganda\n\nFor Jon Muq\, a singer-songwriter born in Uganda and now living in Austin\, Texas\, music is part of a larger conversation he’s having with the world and everybody in it. Drawing from African as well as western musical trends and traditions\, he devises songs as small gifts\, designed to settle into everyday life and provoke reflection and resilience. “These days the world is sad\,” he explains\, “so I wanted to make happy songs. I wanted to write songs that connected with the listener in a very personal way. When someone listens to my music\, it’s not just about me and what I’m singing. It’s about how they understand the songs individually. I think these songs can speak many languages\, depending on what you want from them.”\n\nMuq’s experiences as a child in Uganda and as a man in America give him a unique perspective on the world he’s addressing. “I grew up in a very different life\, where so many people pass through hard times just because they don’t have much. Our biggest issue was food scarcity. Then I came to a different world\, which gave me a picture of how to write a song that can find balance with everyone wherever they are\, whether they have a lot or not much.” With his May 31st debut album with producer Dan Auerbach and tours with Billy Joel\, Norah Jones\, Mavis Staples\, Amythyst Kiah\, Corinne Bailey Rae\, and others\, Muq is expanding the scope of his music to speak to more and more people. UID:144669-21895670@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144669 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ark,Mutotix LOCATION:ARK Reserved CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901670@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260401T155400 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T230000 SUMMARY:Tours:Telescope Observing DESCRIPTION:Join us to observe the night sky with the 1857 Fitz telescope and our collection of modern instruments.\n\nLocated on Central Campus next to Alice Lloyd Hall and Couzens Hall. Free admission\; no registration required.\n\nThe Observatory will be open for exploration even if the weather does not permit telescope observing. We strive to always have interesting things for you to do!\n\nLast visitors admitted 30 minutes prior to closing. UID:143097-21900794@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143097 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomers,astronomy,Education,educational,Family,free,Museum,museums,observing,Science,Telescope Observation,telescope viewing,Telescopes LOCATION:Detroit Observatory CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060004 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T230000 SUMMARY:Other:Nationals!! DESCRIPTION:National tournament 5/11-5/17 UID:143525-21893346@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143525 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Paradise Coast Sports Complex CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T103408 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T110000 SUMMARY:Tours:Huron River Day Microplastics Exhibit Tour DESCRIPTION:Microplastics are in our water\, our soil\, and even our everyday routines. From research to everyday choices\, this exhibit invites visitors to understand microplastics and leave feeling empowered to do something about the issue. Join this one-day-only tour to learn about the creation of this new exhibit\, ways in which microplastics enter the Huron River\, and how we can make a difference. UID:147665-21901482@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147665 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Museum,Natural Sciences,Tour LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250828T001529 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T190000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Fore-Site (Phase 3): The Stamps Gallery Pillar Project DESCRIPTION:From 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:\nPhase 1 (September 12 - December 12) artists: Amelia Burns (Cranbrook MFA '23) and Erin McKenna (MFA '20)Phase 2 (January 12 - April 12) artists: Sally Clegg (MFA '20) and Kim Karlsrud (MFA '20)Phase 3 (May 12 - August 12) artists: Abhishek Narula (MFA '20) and Nathan Byrne (MFA '21)\nPhase 3 \nCurated by Sometimes Space: Abhishek Narula (entry pillar)Curated by CYNK Studios: Nathan Byrne (courtyard pillar) UID:138033-21881330@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138033 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Art LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072028 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T130000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:SACNAS Social 2025 DESCRIPTION: UID:135605-21902858@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/135605 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Arboretum / Lowertown CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T164108 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:The People’s Bicentennial DESCRIPTION:This selection of original artifacts documents the work of the Peoples Bicentennial Commission (PBC)\, which challenged the official\, corporate-sponsored commemoration of the 1976 bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.\n\nItems on display are from the Joseph A. Labadie Collection\, which documents social protest movements and radical history.\n\nHOURS\nSunday 2-8pm\nMonday-Thursday 9am-8pm\nFriday 9am-4pm\nSaturday 11am-5pm UID:147925-21902419@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147925 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,History,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T103408 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T120000 SUMMARY:Tours:Huron River Day Microplastics Exhibit Tour DESCRIPTION:Microplastics are in our water\, our soil\, and even our everyday routines. From research to everyday choices\, this exhibit invites visitors to understand microplastics and leave feeling empowered to do something about the issue. Join this one-day-only tour to learn about the creation of this new exhibit\, ways in which microplastics enter the Huron River\, and how we can make a difference. UID:147665-21901483@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147665 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Museum,Natural Sciences,Tour LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260324T094536 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T160000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Creating the Future of Medicine for 175 Years DESCRIPTION:As the Medical School celebrates the anniversary of its opening in the fall of 1850\, and Michigan Medicine marks the 100th anniversary of the opening of the \"Old Main\" University Hospital that served as its flagship from 1925 to 1986\, a free museum exhibit explores 175 years of medical education\, research and clinical care. \n\nOpen to the public at the Museum on Main Street operated by the Washtenaw County Historical Society\, the exhibit includes artifacts\, photos and facts about how U-M's medical community grew from humble beginnings on the Diag to become one of the nation's largest and most respected academic medical centers. It also asks visitors to ponder their own attitudes and experiences\, and to submit memories and photos of their time working\, studying\, volunteering or receiving care at U-M's medical campus and beyond. There are also activities for young visitors.\n\nThe museum is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.\n\nFull details about the exhibit\, including parking instructions and how to book a free private group tour on a weekday\, are available at http://michmed.org/museum\n\nThe museum has an accessible entrance at the rear of the building. UID:139428-21899853@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139428 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:History,Life Science,Medicine,Museum,Nursing LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T133818 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T124500 SUMMARY:Presentation:Sea Monsters DESCRIPTION:The film follows a curious and adventurous Dolichorhynchops—familiarly known as a ‘dolly’—as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. Along the way\, she encounters long-necked plesiosaurs\, giant turtles\, enormous fish\, fierce sharks\, and the most dangerous sea monster of all– the mosasaur. UID:147952-21902602@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147952 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Film,Museum,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Science LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T061513 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260415T010000 SUMMARY:Sporting Event:Baseball vs Ohio State DESCRIPTION:Baseball vs Ohio State UID:147750-21901926@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147750 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Athletics,Athletics - Baseball LOCATION:Ray Fisher Baseball Stadium CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T121524 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T150000 SUMMARY:Class / Instruction:Harry T. Burleigh Vocal Master Class with Gregory Broughton DESCRIPTION:Guest clinician Dr. Gregory Broughton (University of Georgia) presents a master class featuring vocalists singing African American art song. *Presented with support from the Harry T. Burleigh Legacy Foundation.*\n\nFree and open to the public.\n\nhttps://music.uga.edu/directory/people/gregory-broughton UID:148015-21902846@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148015 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Diversity,Free,Music,North Campus,Talk,Workshop LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Britton Recital Hall CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104859 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T134500 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Sky Tonight DESCRIPTION:A live presentation on what to find in the sky tonight and for the coming few weeks. This presentation includes how to find the cardinal directions with the North Star\, current and upcoming constellations\, visible planets\, a few deep sky objects depending on the season\, and other interesting astronomical visualizations. If you want to be able to look up from your own backyard and know what to look for\, this is the show for you. UID:141325-21901511@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141325 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Children,Family,Museum,museums,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Prospective Undergraduate Students,Science,Space,Undergraduate LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104336 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T144500 SUMMARY:Film Screening:T.REX DESCRIPTION:With stunning CGI visuals and the latest research from leading paleontologists\, the film offers audiences a fresh perspective on the GOAT (Greatest Of All Tyrants): Tyrannosaurus rex. Anchored by the true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota\, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig\, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex to life—from hatchling to hulking adult. Narrated by Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill\, T. REX explores the newest science that has helped reinvent our understanding of the iconic predator. UID:136347-21901523@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/136347 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Museum,natural history museum,Planetarium LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T181528 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T173000 SUMMARY:Class / Instruction:Spirituals Master Class with Robert Sims DESCRIPTION:Guest clinician Robert Sims presents an interactive Master Class that explores the history and performance practice of spirituals featuring competitors in all divisions. This class includes audience participation and is for anyone interested in the art of singing spirituals. \n\nFree and open to the public.\n\nhttp://www.RobertSims.com UID:148016-21902847@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148016 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Culture,Diversity,Free,Music,North Campus,Talk,Workshop LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Britton Recital Hall CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T180000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:NORTHWOOD 2025-2026 DESCRIPTION: UID:135675-21902641@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/135675 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Northwood Community Center MPR (1000 McIntyre) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T181529 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T204000 SUMMARY:Class / Instruction:Pre-Professional Vocal Master Class with Karen Slack DESCRIPTION:Guest clinician Karen Slack presents a master class featuring pre-professional competitors singing African American art song.\n\nFree and open to the public.\n\nABOUT THE GUEST ARTIST\n\nKnown for performances that “ripped the audience’s hearts out” (*Opera News*)\, KAREN SLACK is “not only one of the nation’s most celebrated sopranos\, but a leading voice in changing-making spaces in classical music” (*Trilloquy*). A recipient of the 2022 Sphinx Medal of Excellence\, Slack is an Artistic Advisor for Portland Opera\, serves on the board of the American Composers Orchestra and Astral Artists\, and holds a faculty position at the Banff Centre. UID:148017-21902848@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148017 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Diversity,Free,Music,North Campus,Talk,Workshop LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Britton Recital Hall CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898497@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T125836 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T200000 SUMMARY:Performance:Guitar Women: An Evening with Sue Foley\, Rory Block\, & Cindy Cashdollar DESCRIPTION:Three of the most respected voices in American roots music share the stage for an extraordinary evening of guitars\, stories\, and song.\n \nGrammy-nominated blues artist Sue Foley\, legendary blues icon Rory Block\, and steel guitar master Cindy Cashdollar unite for Guitar Women\, a rare collaboration bringing together three distinctive artists whose careers span decades of touring\, recording\, and musical innovation.\n \nMoving from traditional Delta blues to Texas roadhouse grit to the luminous sweep of steel guitar\, the evening features solo performances\, collaborations\, and candid reflections drawn from a lifetime in music.\n \nThe concert coincides with the May release of Foley’s new book Guitar Women\, which honors the trailblazing women who shaped the sound of the guitar.\n \nAn unforgettable night of masterful musicianship and shared musical history. UID:146104-21898392@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146104 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ark,Mutotix LOCATION:ARK Reserved CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901671@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072024 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T201500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260421T150000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:MUNGER GRADUATE RESIDENCES 2025-2026 DESCRIPTION:Join the Munger Community by attending events hosted by our Resident Advisors (RAs)! Feel free to select and attend as many events as you would like! UID:135673-21902343@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/135673 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Munger Fellow's Lounge CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T164108 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T200000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:The People’s Bicentennial DESCRIPTION:This selection of original artifacts documents the work of the Peoples Bicentennial Commission (PBC)\, which challenged the official\, corporate-sponsored commemoration of the 1976 bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.\n\nItems on display are from the Joseph A. Labadie Collection\, which documents social protest movements and radical history.\n\nHOURS\nSunday 2-8pm\nMonday-Thursday 9am-8pm\nFriday 9am-4pm\nSaturday 11am-5pm UID:147925-21902420@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147925 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,History,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T181530 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T122000 SUMMARY:Class / Instruction:College/ Pre-Professional Vocal Master Class with Lenora Green Turner DESCRIPTION:Guest clinician Dr. Lenora Green Turner (University of Arkansas) presents a master class featuring collegiate and pre-professional competitors singing African American art song.\n\nFree and open to the public. UID:148018-21902849@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148018 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Diversity,Free,Music,North Campus,Talk,Workshop LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Britton Recital Hall CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T120000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:TRANSDISCIPLINARY FELLOWS 2025-2026 DESCRIPTION: UID:135685-21901283@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/135685 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Munger First Floor Lobby CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T181530 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T150000 SUMMARY:Class / Instruction:College/ Pre-Professional Vocal Master Class with George Shirley and Louise Toppin DESCRIPTION:Join us for a master class featuring collegiate and pre-professional division competitors singing African American art song. Presented by tenor George Shirley\, the Joseph Edgar Maddy Distinguished University Emeritus Professor of Voice\, and Professor of Voice Louise Toppin\, director of the George Shirley Vocal Competition. \n\nFree and open to the public.\n\nhttps://smtd.umich.edu/george-shirley-competition/about-george-shirley/\n\nhttps://smtd.umich.edu/profiles/louise-toppin/ UID:148019-21902850@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148019 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Diversity,Faculty,Free,Music,North Campus,Talk,Workshop LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260324T094536 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T160000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Creating the Future of Medicine for 175 Years DESCRIPTION:As the Medical School celebrates the anniversary of its opening in the fall of 1850\, and Michigan Medicine marks the 100th anniversary of the opening of the \"Old Main\" University Hospital that served as its flagship from 1925 to 1986\, a free museum exhibit explores 175 years of medical education\, research and clinical care. \n\nOpen to the public at the Museum on Main Street operated by the Washtenaw County Historical Society\, the exhibit includes artifacts\, photos and facts about how U-M's medical community grew from humble beginnings on the Diag to become one of the nation's largest and most respected academic medical centers. It also asks visitors to ponder their own attitudes and experiences\, and to submit memories and photos of their time working\, studying\, volunteering or receiving care at U-M's medical campus and beyond. There are also activities for young visitors.\n\nThe museum is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.\n\nFull details about the exhibit\, including parking instructions and how to book a free private group tour on a weekday\, are available at http://michmed.org/museum\n\nThe museum has an accessible entrance at the rear of the building. UID:139428-21899871@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139428 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:History,Life Science,Medicine,Museum,Nursing LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T110903 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T180000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Elsa Olander - Becoming: My Journey Through Stamps DESCRIPTION:Becoming is the senior thesis project of Stamps School of Art & Design student Elsa Olander. It is a multidisciplinary exhibition that traces her artistic evolution from high school student in Kenya to graduating college senior in the U.S. It explores personal growth through material experimentation\, identity formation\, and cultural hybridity. The work features 2-D\, 3-D\, and 4-D work\; each piece serving as a visual artifact of transformation.\n\nBecoming isn’t about arriving. It’s about highlighting the moments that get us there. The doubt\, discovery\, and growth that shape who we are. It’s a reminder to learn from the past and plan for the future\, but most importantly to live in the present. We become who we are not just through all the choices we make\, but through the people we surround ourselves with\, the information we take-in\, and what we choose to believe or question.\n\n“This exhibition is about my growth and process\, but it’s not singular. Many of my family members\, including my mother\, aren’t able to attend my graduation due to the ongoing visa ban affecting several African countries. This show is my way of honoring their presence in my life\, acknowledging where I’ve come from\, and sharing my journey with those who may not be able to witness it in person. My hope is that viewers see these works not just as a portrait of my evolution\, but as an invitation to reflect\, relate\, and reimagine their own paths of becoming.” \n-Elsa Olander\n\nBecoming: My Journey Through Stamps\nExhibition Dates: April 30 – May 22\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Thursday\, April 30\, 5:30 – 8 p.m. (RSVP Recommended)\nDuderstadt Center Gallery UID:148001-21902705@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148001 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Africa,Art,Art And Design,Exhibition LOCATION:Duderstadt Center - Gallery, Rm. 1019 Duderstadt Center CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T133818 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T124500 SUMMARY:Presentation:Sea Monsters DESCRIPTION:The film follows a curious and adventurous Dolichorhynchops—familiarly known as a ‘dolly’—as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. Along the way\, she encounters long-necked plesiosaurs\, giant turtles\, enormous fish\, fierce sharks\, and the most dangerous sea monster of all– the mosasaur. UID:147952-21902608@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147952 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Film,Museum,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Science LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104859 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T134500 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Sky Tonight DESCRIPTION:A live presentation on what to find in the sky tonight and for the coming few weeks. This presentation includes how to find the cardinal directions with the North Star\, current and upcoming constellations\, visible planets\, a few deep sky objects depending on the season\, and other interesting astronomical visualizations. If you want to be able to look up from your own backyard and know what to look for\, this is the show for you. UID:141325-21901534@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141325 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Children,Family,Museum,museums,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Prospective Undergraduate Students,Science,Space,Undergraduate LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260420T121701 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T150000 SUMMARY:Tours:Sunday Drop-In Tour | Hidden in Plain Sight DESCRIPTION:Did you know that underneath many of the galleries at the Kelsey\, there are drawers filled with interesting artifacts? In this tour\, we will look at some of these drawers that feature such items as Egyptian shabtis and jewelry\, Greek pottery sherds\, and signs of early Christianity in Roman Egypt.\n\nThis event is free and open to all visitors. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessing this event\, please visit our accessibility page at https://myumi.ch/zwPkd or contact the education office by calling (734) 647-4167. We ask for advance notice as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange. UID:147868-21902092@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147868 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ancient Egypt,Ancient Greece,Ancient Middle East,Ancient Rome,Archaeology,Free,History,Museum,Tour LOCATION:Kelsey Museum of Archaeology CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104336 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T144500 SUMMARY:Film Screening:T.REX DESCRIPTION:With stunning CGI visuals and the latest research from leading paleontologists\, the film offers audiences a fresh perspective on the GOAT (Greatest Of All Tyrants): Tyrannosaurus rex. Anchored by the true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota\, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig\, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex to life—from hatchling to hulking adult. Narrated by Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill\, T. REX explores the newest science that has helped reinvent our understanding of the iconic predator. UID:136347-21901528@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/136347 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Museum,natural history museum,Planetarium LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104859 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T154500 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Sky Tonight DESCRIPTION:A live presentation on what to find in the sky tonight and for the coming few weeks. This presentation includes how to find the cardinal directions with the North Star\, current and upcoming constellations\, visible planets\, a few deep sky objects depending on the season\, and other interesting astronomical visualizations. If you want to be able to look up from your own backyard and know what to look for\, this is the show for you. UID:141325-21901539@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141325 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Children,Family,Museum,museums,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Prospective Undergraduate Students,Science,Space,Undergraduate LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T121531 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T171500 SUMMARY:Performance:Winners' Concert: 2026 George Shirley Vocal Competition DESCRIPTION:Enjoy performances featuring the winners of this year's competition\, with a reception to follow. \n\nThe George Shirley Vocal and Composer Competition focuses entirely on African American Vocal Repertoire and is open to competitors of all ethnicities. We award over $48\,000 in scholarships across 5 divisions. UID:148004-21902713@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148004 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Concert,Diversity,Free,Music,North Campus LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Britton Recital Hall CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T121531 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T184500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T201500 SUMMARY:Ceremony / Service:Placement and Special Prize Awards Ceremony: 2026 George Shirley Vocal Competition DESCRIPTION:The 2026 George Shirley Competition Placement and Special Prize Award Ceremony begins at 6:45 pm. All participants are considered for special prizes\, regardless of their final place in the competition.\n\nThe George Shirley Vocal and Composer Competition focuses entirely on African American Vocal Repertoire and is open to competitors of all ethnicities. The competition offers singers and composers the opportunity to work with and receive feedback from world-renowned judges\, including George Shirley. We award over $48\,000 in scholarships across 5 divisions.\n UID:148005-21902714@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148005 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Britton Recital Hall CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260119T140807 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T193000 SUMMARY:Performance:Chris Knight w/sg Matt Woods DESCRIPTION:“a storyteller in the best traditions of Mellencamp and Springsteen” –USA Today\n\nAfter 23 years as a recording artist\, singer-songwriter Chris Knight remains boldly empowered to make music that always delivers the unflinching truth. In fact\, the man raised in Slaughters\, Kentucky uses a simple\, direct barometer to regularly check his muse: “If I can’t believe myself\, I won’t sing the song.”\n\nWhat Knight writes about is what he knows. He was raised in mining country\, so it’s no surprise that he would earn a degree in agriculture from Western Kentucky University and then work as a mine reclamation inspector and then miner’s consultant. But eventually his passion for writing songs and playing guitar\, both inspired by his musical hero\, the late John Prine\, led him to chronicle his surroundings in words and music.\n\n“I came from a big family and grew up in the woods six miles from two small towns\, so there were a lot of stories\,” he says. “There were always a lot of ideas to write about.”\n\nIt’s no wonder that Knight has single-handedly scraped a reputation as one of America’s most uncompromising and respected singer-songwriters through 23 years and nine studio albums. He’s done this minus fanfare and artifice. The native son of Slaughters\, Kentucky (population: 238) only sings songs he believes. He also speaks only when he has a potent message. UID:144054-21894593@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144054 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ark,Mutotix LOCATION:ARK Reserved CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898498@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260517T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901672@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072028 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T123000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:2026 Global Health Summer Institute DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Global Health Summer Institute\, a virtual conference themed Global Health\, Local Impact: Advancing Environmental Justice Worldwide on 18 and 19 May\, 2026\, from 8 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. U.S. Eastern TimeThis year's co-sponsors and co-organizers are the University of Michigan School of Nursing\, University of Michigan School of Social Work\, University of Michigan School of Public Health\, University of Michigan School of Dentistry\, Center for Global Health Equity\, and the University of Michigan. UID:147592-21901313@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147592 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Virtual CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260416T120941 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T100000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Distinguished Faculty Seminar: Dr. Jacquelyn Campbell DESCRIPTION:Join the Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention in welcoming Dr. Jacquelyn Campbell to the University of Michigan for an in-person presentation titled: Where We Need to Go: Lessons Learned About Firearms and Domestic Violence From 25 Years of Research and Talking to Abused Women. The seminar will be held from 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. in the Alexander G. Ruthven Building on U-M’s Central Campus. Registration is required. UID:147794-21901975@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147794 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Community Safety,Community Violence,Firearm,Free,Graduate,Graduate Students,health,Health & Wellness,health behavior,health care equity,health care policy,health communication,Healthcare,Injury Prevention,Interdisciplinary,Medicine,Mental Health,Multidisciplinary,Nursing,Postdoctoral Research Fellows,Public Health,Public Policy,Research,Safe Storage,Social Impact,Suicide Prevention,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students LOCATION:Ruthven Administration Building CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T134150 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T100000 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 senior 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:148012-21902740@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148012 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260421T085257 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Debbie Thompson Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Debbie Thompson works predominantly in clay and draws inspiration from the natural world\, which she frequently references in her work. Her interest in ceramics began in high school when she took classes at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills\, Michigan. She later pursued her passion at the University of Michigan School of Art and Design\, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She also holds a Master of Arts from Eastern Michigan University and has completed post-graduate studio coursework at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Maryland Institute College of Art\, Rhode Island School of Design\, and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.\n\nThompson taught visual art in the Ann Arbor Public Schools for 34 years and has also taught at the University of Michigan School of Education and Washtenaw Community College. She exhibits her work both locally and nationally and was a member of the Clay Gallery. She continues her practice in her home studio and at the Potters Guild in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. She is a member of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts and the Michigan Ceramic Art Association. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the International Dinnerware Museum.\n\nThompson’s work has been inspired by the natural world since childhood. Although she initially studied biology in college\, she later shifted her focus to visual art. The textures\, colors\, and forms in her pieces are drawn directly from nature.\nSeeds—structures that have enabled plants to move through space and time for over 600 million years—are central to her recent work. They are vital to the continuation of plant life\, and therefore to human survival.\n\nIn this exhibition\, Thompson explores the unseen structures of seeds as revealed through electron microscopy. These images highlight the intricate beauty and ingenuity of nature\, which she interprets through her wall-mounted ceramic sculptures.\n\nAt a time when our planet and its ecosystems face increasing threats\, Thompson’s work serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world. Recognizing the beauty and significance of these often-unseen forms is a crucial first step toward protecting the life systems on which we all depend. UID:147884-21902220@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147884 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Art,ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Biosciences,Culture,Ecology,Environment,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Nature,North Campus,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connection Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T085450 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Melissa Jones Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Melissa Jones works across multiple mediums\, consistently centering the human figure\, texture\, and elements of the natural world—such as weathered surfaces\, bones\, and rust. These recurring interests create a unifying thread throughout her work\, regardless of medium.\nShe creates in both two and three dimensions\, including sculpture\, painting\, and assemblage. Oil painting is her preferred medium\, allowing her to work slowly in layered processes and achieve a wide range of nuanced effects.\n\nJones’ work is primarily figurative\, often narrative and autobiographical—though not strictly self-portraiture. Her figures are intended to evoke emotional responses that are less commonly found in landscape or other painting genres. She draws inspiration from the visual poetry of the human form\, finding beauty in subtle details: the turn of a wrist\, the curve of a spine\, or the shadow along a collarbone. She is captivated by how light illuminates the skin and how shadow defines form\, embracing the challenge of capturing this complexity in paint. Beyond physical representation\, her work also explores psychological dimensions\, aiming to convey mood and emotional depth.\n\nHer technique\, in both painting and sculpture\, is highly detailed\, realistic\, and developed gradually over time through layered processes. At times\, her work enters the realm of magical realism. While deeply personal\, her narratives remain intentionally ambiguous\, inviting viewers to interpret the imagery through their own perspectives and experiences.\n\nBorn and raised in Detroit\, Jones studied at Wayne State University\, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and a Master’s degree in Art Therapy. She previously worked as an art educator in the West Bloomfield School District and has exhibited professionally throughout the Detroit area since 2006\, receiving numerous awards. In addition\, she served as a board member and exhibition committee member for the Detroit Artists Market. UID:147882-21902123@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147882 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Detroit,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T164108 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T200000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:The People’s Bicentennial DESCRIPTION:This selection of original artifacts documents the work of the Peoples Bicentennial Commission (PBC)\, which challenged the official\, corporate-sponsored commemoration of the 1976 bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.\n\nItems on display are from the Joseph A. Labadie Collection\, which documents social protest movements and radical history.\n\nHOURS\nSunday 2-8pm\nMonday-Thursday 9am-8pm\nFriday 9am-4pm\nSaturday 11am-5pm UID:147925-21902421@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147925 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,History,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T111159 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T100000 SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Transfer Student Pre-Orientation Information Sessions DESCRIPTION:If you are looking for guidance and support before attending your Virtual Orientation Academic Advising Appointment\, we encourage you to attend one of our pre-orientation information sessions. This does not replace the advising appointment. Our webinars are designed to help you smoothly transition into UM. You'll gain insights into:\n\n- Your degree requirements\n- How transfer credits apply to your UM degree\n- Navigating the LSA Course Guide\n- Using Wolverine Access to \"backpack\" classes\n- Required placement exams that must be taken before orientation\nGeneral questions about transferring to UM UID:147890-21902335@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147890 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Advising,Newnan,Newnan Lsa Academic Advising Center,Transfer Student Center,Transfer Students LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260107T120515 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T120000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Human Genetics Research Seminar Series DESCRIPTION:Monday\, May 18\, 2026\n11:00am - 12:00pm\n1020 Kahn Auditorium\, BSRB\n\nArneet Saltzman\, PhD\nAssistant Professor\nDepartment of Cell & Systems Biology\nUniversity of Toronto\n“Seminar Title TBD”\n\nHosted By: Stephanie Bielas\, PhD\, Department of Human Genetics\n___\nMost of the cells in an organism share the same genome sequence\, yet they are able to carry out many distinct functions. Along with other layers of gene regulation\, chromatin modification plays a key role in this cellular specialization. Our research focuses on histone modifications such as lysine methylation\, and the proteins that recognize these modifications\, which are often referred to as chromatin ‘readers’. Chromatin readers can recruit and act as part of diverse chromatin modifying protein complexes to mediate the silencing of many genes with important functions in cell proliferation and differentiation. We will use a combination of genetic\, biochemical and genome-wide sequencing approaches to investigate the striking regulatory complexity of chromatin readers. Our research will contribute to a better understanding of how cells acquire and maintain different fates during development\, how chromatin readers contribute to epigenetic inheritance\, and how aberrant regulation of histone methylation contributes to the pathogenesis of several human diseases\, including cancers. UID:143394-21893073@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143394 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Basic Science,basic sciences,biolgical chemistry,biological chemistry,biological science,Biology,Biosciences,Bsbsigns,cancer,Chemistry,Discussion,epilepsy,Faculty,Free,genetics,genome,genomics,human genetics,Human Genetics\, Genetics\, Neurogenetic Diseases,Information and Technology,lecture,Life Science,lifton,Medicine,Natural Sciences,neel,neurological disease,Postdoctoral Research Fellows,Public Health,Public Policy,Reception,research,Science,seminar,sodium channel,symposium LOCATION:Taubman Biomedical Science Research Building - 1020 Kahn Auditorium CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T063139 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T120000 SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:International Students Career Series - Exploring Opportunities Beyond the U.S. DESCRIPTION:Considering working globally? In this session\, you’ll learn how to navigate the global search process\, use key resources and tools to support your career journey\, and build strategies for a flexible\, adaptable career path. 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 beattending this event and see more details\, please go to this webpage: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/events/1949879/share_preview We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accessibility accommodation would promote your fullparticipation in this event\, please indicate your accommodation requirements via the link below\, preferably at least 14 days prior to the programto 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 Jocelyn Gaydosat jmgaydos@umich.edu. Accessibility accommodation form: https://forms.gle/FmFn35ZLxJ8kvPfSA  #UCC  UID:148030-21902862@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148030 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072025 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T173000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:CPR/AED/First Aid Certification DESCRIPTION:The American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid blended learning course will help prepare you to recognize and care for a variety of breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults\, children and infants as well as prepare you to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies. Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid valid for two years.\nThis is a blended learning course that requires roughly 4 hours of online work prior to the first day of the course.\n**There is no fee for current Michigan Recreation employees. The fee for community members\, faculty\, staff\, or students who are not employed by the Michigan Recreation Dept. is $90. You can use the link here to complete payment.** UID:102122-21902313@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/102122 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Conference Room A CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T124500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T143000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Maize & Blue Cupboard Volunteering DESCRIPTION:Come help us during normal operating hours\; as well as\, unload our weekly Food Gatherers deliveries and stock our shelves! If you are outside the U-M community\, please reach out to maize.blue.cupboard@umich.edu to sign up. UID:102102-21902357@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/102102 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Maize and Blue Cupboard inside Betsy Barbour CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T190000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Maize & Blue Cupboard Volunteering DESCRIPTION:Come help us during normal operating hours\; as well as\, unload our weekly Food Gatherers deliveries and stock our shelves! If you are outside the U-M community\, please reach out to maize.blue.cupboard@umich.edu to sign up. UID:102102-21902369@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/102102 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Maize and Blue Cupboard inside Betsy Barbour CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T111156 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T193000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:Inside the Study DESCRIPTION:Go behind the scenes with the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program for \"Inside the Study\,\" a new webinar that gives an “under the hood” look at Prechter Program studies: what they’re designed to learn\, what participation is like\, what the team is finding so far\, and what’s coming next. On Monday\, May 18\, 2026\, from 6:00-7:30 PM ET\, the first \"Inside the Study\" webinar will spotlight BD²: Breakthrough Discoveries for Thriving with Bipolar Disorder.\n\nIn 2023\, the Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program was named as one of the six inaugural institutions in the BD² Integrated Network to engage people living with bipolar disorder in a long-term research study and build a rich database to better understand the condition\, its treatment\, and to support improvements in care. The BD² Integrated Network has since expanded its clinical sites to 11 institutions across the United States and Canada. Along with the long-term studies and databases\, the BD² Integrated Network sites are working together to design and implement a Learning Health Network (LHN) for bipolar disorder.\n\nWebinar attendees will learn more about the Prechter Program's role in the BD²: Integrated Network\, including team member's contributions to building the Learning Health Network and will hear from a BD² study participant.\n\nThis webinar is open to everyone interested in learning more about the BD²: Breakthrough Discoveries for Thriving with Bipolar Disorder study. Register here.\n\nA recording of this webinar will be posted to the Prechter Program YouTube playlist for later viewing. Individuals registered for the webinar will be emailed a link to the recording once it becomes available. \n\nOpen About This Event configuration options UID:147666-21901542@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147666 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Bipolar,Depression,Discussion,Free,Health & Wellness,Mental Health,Psychiatry,Psychology,Public Health,Well-being,Wellness LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898499@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260518T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901673@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072028 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T123000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:2026 Global Health Summer Institute DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Global Health Summer Institute\, a virtual conference themed Global Health\, Local Impact: Advancing Environmental Justice Worldwide on 18 and 19 May\, 2026\, from 8 A.M. to 12:30 P.M. U.S. Eastern TimeThis year's co-sponsors and co-organizers are the University of Michigan School of Nursing\, University of Michigan School of Social Work\, University of Michigan School of Public Health\, University of Michigan School of Dentistry\, Center for Global Health Equity\, and the University of Michigan. UID:147592-21901314@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147592 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Virtual CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250926T163836 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T120000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Leadership and Culture: Strategies to Prevent Workplace Issues DESCRIPTION:Course details and registration are available on the Organizational Learning website. UID:139960-21886424@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139960 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Communication,Culture,Intergroup Dialogue,Leadership LOCATION:Off Campus Location - West Ballroom CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T134150 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T100000 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 senior 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:148012-21902741@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148012 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260421T085257 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Debbie Thompson Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Debbie Thompson works predominantly in clay and draws inspiration from the natural world\, which she frequently references in her work. Her interest in ceramics began in high school when she took classes at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills\, Michigan. She later pursued her passion at the University of Michigan School of Art and Design\, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She also holds a Master of Arts from Eastern Michigan University and has completed post-graduate studio coursework at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Maryland Institute College of Art\, Rhode Island School of Design\, and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.\n\nThompson taught visual art in the Ann Arbor Public Schools for 34 years and has also taught at the University of Michigan School of Education and Washtenaw Community College. She exhibits her work both locally and nationally and was a member of the Clay Gallery. She continues her practice in her home studio and at the Potters Guild in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. She is a member of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts and the Michigan Ceramic Art Association. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the International Dinnerware Museum.\n\nThompson’s work has been inspired by the natural world since childhood. Although she initially studied biology in college\, she later shifted her focus to visual art. The textures\, colors\, and forms in her pieces are drawn directly from nature.\nSeeds—structures that have enabled plants to move through space and time for over 600 million years—are central to her recent work. They are vital to the continuation of plant life\, and therefore to human survival.\n\nIn this exhibition\, Thompson explores the unseen structures of seeds as revealed through electron microscopy. These images highlight the intricate beauty and ingenuity of nature\, which she interprets through her wall-mounted ceramic sculptures.\n\nAt a time when our planet and its ecosystems face increasing threats\, Thompson’s work serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world. Recognizing the beauty and significance of these often-unseen forms is a crucial first step toward protecting the life systems on which we all depend. UID:147884-21902221@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147884 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Art,ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Biosciences,Culture,Ecology,Environment,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Nature,North Campus,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connection Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T085450 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Melissa Jones Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Melissa Jones works across multiple mediums\, consistently centering the human figure\, texture\, and elements of the natural world—such as weathered surfaces\, bones\, and rust. These recurring interests create a unifying thread throughout her work\, regardless of medium.\nShe creates in both two and three dimensions\, including sculpture\, painting\, and assemblage. Oil painting is her preferred medium\, allowing her to work slowly in layered processes and achieve a wide range of nuanced effects.\n\nJones’ work is primarily figurative\, often narrative and autobiographical—though not strictly self-portraiture. Her figures are intended to evoke emotional responses that are less commonly found in landscape or other painting genres. She draws inspiration from the visual poetry of the human form\, finding beauty in subtle details: the turn of a wrist\, the curve of a spine\, or the shadow along a collarbone. She is captivated by how light illuminates the skin and how shadow defines form\, embracing the challenge of capturing this complexity in paint. Beyond physical representation\, her work also explores psychological dimensions\, aiming to convey mood and emotional depth.\n\nHer technique\, in both painting and sculpture\, is highly detailed\, realistic\, and developed gradually over time through layered processes. At times\, her work enters the realm of magical realism. While deeply personal\, her narratives remain intentionally ambiguous\, inviting viewers to interpret the imagery through their own perspectives and experiences.\n\nBorn and raised in Detroit\, Jones studied at Wayne State University\, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and a Master’s degree in Art Therapy. She previously worked as an art educator in the West Bloomfield School District and has exhibited professionally throughout the Detroit area since 2006\, receiving numerous awards. In addition\, she served as a board member and exhibition committee member for the Detroit Artists Market. UID:147882-21902124@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147882 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Detroit,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T164108 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T200000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:The People’s Bicentennial DESCRIPTION:This selection of original artifacts documents the work of the Peoples Bicentennial Commission (PBC)\, which challenged the official\, corporate-sponsored commemoration of the 1976 bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.\n\nItems on display are from the Joseph A. Labadie Collection\, which documents social protest movements and radical history.\n\nHOURS\nSunday 2-8pm\nMonday-Thursday 9am-8pm\nFriday 9am-4pm\nSaturday 11am-5pm UID:147925-21902422@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147925 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,History,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072022 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T120000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Set up Okta FastPass with Okta Transition Team DESCRIPTION:Set up Okta FastPass with the Okta Transition Team from ITSWe are offering a series of in-person workshops which will teach you how to set up Okta FastPass on your computer – with Okta FastPass you can access your UMICH account without a password using Touch ID\, Face ID\, or PIN depending on your operating system (yes\, this means you won’t need your phone for multi-factor authentication!).U-M staff\, faculty\, instructors\, and all other interested parties are welcome to attend — bring your laptop and get ready to go passwordless!\n UID:147428-21901008@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147428 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Room B1570 CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260327T085316 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T130000 SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:5 Ways to Fix Your Resume for Today’s Job Market DESCRIPTION:In today’s competitive job market\, your resume needs to do more than list experience — it must quickly show your value\, pass applicant tracking systems (ATS)\, and capture attention in seconds. With hiring managers spending just 10-20 seconds on an initial scan\, a strong\, well-branded resume is essential.\n\nJoin certified career coach Hallie Crawford for a practical webinar where you’ll learn five key strategies to enhance your resume and stand out to both recruiters and hiring technology:\n\nFormatting: Create a clean\, modern layout that is easy for recruiters and ATS to scan.\nPersonal Branding: Clearly communicate the strengths and values that set you apart.\nProfile Summary: Craft a compelling opening that grabs attention immediately.\nRelevance: Tailor your resume efficiently for each role\, focusing on what to include and what to leave out.\nEmployment History: Present results-driven accomplishments that resonate\, even without metrics.\n\nWe will also discuss the role of cover letters in today’s hiring process\, including when they matter and how to use them effectively.\n\nDon’t let your resume hold you back. Join us to ensure it is working for you\, not against you!\n\nBonus: Attend live for a chance to win a free one-hour coaching session with Hallie! (Open to U‑M alumni only. Must attend live and stay through the end to be eligible.) UID:147121-21900403@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147121 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career,Free,Virtual LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T110903 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T180000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Elsa Olander - Becoming: My Journey Through Stamps DESCRIPTION:Becoming is the senior thesis project of Stamps School of Art & Design student Elsa Olander. It is a multidisciplinary exhibition that traces her artistic evolution from high school student in Kenya to graduating college senior in the U.S. It explores personal growth through material experimentation\, identity formation\, and cultural hybridity. The work features 2-D\, 3-D\, and 4-D work\; each piece serving as a visual artifact of transformation.\n\nBecoming isn’t about arriving. It’s about highlighting the moments that get us there. The doubt\, discovery\, and growth that shape who we are. It’s a reminder to learn from the past and plan for the future\, but most importantly to live in the present. We become who we are not just through all the choices we make\, but through the people we surround ourselves with\, the information we take-in\, and what we choose to believe or question.\n\n“This exhibition is about my growth and process\, but it’s not singular. Many of my family members\, including my mother\, aren’t able to attend my graduation due to the ongoing visa ban affecting several African countries. This show is my way of honoring their presence in my life\, acknowledging where I’ve come from\, and sharing my journey with those who may not be able to witness it in person. My hope is that viewers see these works not just as a portrait of my evolution\, but as an invitation to reflect\, relate\, and reimagine their own paths of becoming.” \n-Elsa Olander\n\nBecoming: My Journey Through Stamps\nExhibition Dates: April 30 – May 22\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Thursday\, April 30\, 5:30 – 8 p.m. (RSVP Recommended)\nDuderstadt Center Gallery UID:148001-21902707@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148001 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Africa,Art,Art And Design,Exhibition LOCATION:Duderstadt Center - Gallery, Rm. 1019 Duderstadt Center CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072022 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T133000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:OGPS Science Writing and Communication Spring 2026 DESCRIPTION:\n \n This series of workshops aims to equip you with practical\n skills and knowledge for writing science with confidence as part of \nyour training (MS\, PhD\, or postdoc). You will have a chance to learn \nbest practices and strategies necessary to best prepare your manuscript\,\n or your grant/fellowship application. Each workshop will provide \nopportunities to engage and learn how to develop your writing and \npresentation skills.Aims & Objectives:Boost your confidence and productivity in your writing skills.Provide guidance on how and when to best use Gen-AI in the writing process.Learn\n the fundamentals of science manuscript writing by exploring best \npractices in outlining your work and results for your next manuscript.Discuss\n effective presentation practices and strategies to improve how our \nscience is presented\, ensuring clarity and audience engagement.\n \n \n UID:147752-21901932@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147752 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:THSL 2903 CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260422T131315 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T133000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Articulating and Leveraging Your Transferable Skills (for Graduate Students) DESCRIPTION:This workshop will explore the many transferable skills you have gained during graduate school and how to translate these skills to the non-academic job market. We’ll review transferable skills employers value (e.g.\, collaboration\, critical thinking\, project management) and discuss the types of graduate school experiences where you may have honed these skills. You will have time to reflect on your unique experiences and articulate the transferable skills gained from them. To get the most out of the session\, please review this worksheet and come prepared with questions and/or experiences to share. This event is intended to be interactive and therefore a recording will not be available.\n\nBrought to you by the University Career Center\, in partnership with Rackham Graduate School. UID:147594-21901318@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147594 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:rackham,rackham graduate school,Rgs Events,Rgs-events,Sessions LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T063127 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T133000 SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Articulating and Leveraging Your Transferable Skills (for GraduateStudents) DESCRIPTION:This workshop will explore the many transferable skills youhave gained during graduate school and how to translate these skills to the non-academic job market. We’ll review transferable skills employers value (e.g.\, collaboration\, critical thinking\, project management) and discuss the types of graduate school experiences where you may have honed these skills. You will have time to reflect on your unique experiences and articulate the transferable skills gained from them. To get the most out of the session\, please review this worksheet and come prepared with questions and/or experiences to share. This event is intended to be interactive and therefore a recording will not be available.Brought to you by the University Career Center\, in partnership with Rackham Graduate School.Register here: https://sessions.studentlife.umich.edu/track/event/session/108542 #UCC UID:147799-21901980@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147799 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250804T174005 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T150000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Disability Awareness and Inclusion DESCRIPTION:Disability is an integral part of maintaining a positive organizational culture. It is important to be part of a culture that supports and embraces disability inclusion. This session will cover: \n\n-Background about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) \n-Ways to raise disability awareness and inclusion\n-Best practices for creating and maintaining inclusive working and learning environments\n-Content to dispel ableist myths and misconceptions about disability\n-We will engage in discussions about increasing accessibility and disability inclusion. Discussions will include how to do this at the university\, starting in our own units and departments. \n\nAdditional course details and registration are available on the Organizational Learning website. UID:136524-21878780@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/136524 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Digital Accessibility,Disability,Discussion,Diversity,Inclusion,Neurodiversity,Virtual,Workshop LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20251029T100535 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T150000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Disability Awareness and Inclusion DESCRIPTION:Course details and registration are available on the Organizational Learning website. UID:141274-21888527@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141274 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Communication,Disability,Inclusion LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072028 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T153000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Search Training DESCRIPTION:Please note the following: Before you sign-up\, please make sure you have secured your supervisor's approval for attendance.\nRegister for only ONE session.In this training\, you will learn to: Use the Shared Hiring Philosophy as a guide to creating an inclusive search experience and process framework that supports equitable candidate selection from preparation to onboarding Conduct behavior-based interviewing Create a team-oriented approach to an effective and positive candidate experienceThrough demonstration and hands-on practice\, this course will serve as a guide to help you through the experience of being part of a search committee team. If you need an accommodation for this training\, please email the facilitators at StudentLifeSearchTraining@umich.edu at least 2 weeks before the date of your training. Search Training is offered monthly\, so we encourage you to sign up for a future date if we can't meet your need. UID:103209-21901551@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/103209 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Virtual CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072022 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T150000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:MADS Placement Process Explained DESCRIPTION:Are you trying to figure out which placement test might be right for you? Would you like to know more about what you can expect in your placement interview?\nInterviewer Anna Vento\, and MADS Admissions & Recruitment coordinator Kelly Barger co-lead an in-depth review of the standard and advanced standing placement test procedure\, advanced interview process\, and hold a live Q&A at the end. Please join us to get your questions answered\, and benefit from the curiosity of like-minded peers! UID:144381-21901596@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/144381 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Zoom CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T063117 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T160000 SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Resume Lab DESCRIPTION:*RSVP required to attend. Click \"Join Event\" here: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1943744Just 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:147708-21901638@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147708 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260416T160239 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T160000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Virtual Canvas Accessibility for Panorama Training 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:147814-21901997@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147814 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:accessibility,Digital Accessibility LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T101353 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T170000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:CPOD Winter/Spring 2026 Seminar Series: \"Engineering next-generation intrabodies for monitoring the dynamics of proteins and their modifications in living cells\" DESCRIPTION:Timothy Stasevich\, Ph.D.\nAssociate Professor\nBiochemistry & Molecular Biology\nColorado State University UID:145985-21898226@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145985 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: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: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250925T095602 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T183000 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:139870-21886255@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: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072029 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T183000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Summer 2026 Commuter Conversations DESCRIPTION: UID:147817-21901999@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147817 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260302T163026 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T193000 SUMMARY:Well-being:Social Anxiety & Skills Group for Adults DESCRIPTION:Do you find yourself worrying about what others think\, avoiding social situations\, or wishing you could feel more confident and comfortable in groups? You’re not alone. Our 8-week social anxiety group therapy offers a supportive space to build social skills\, overcome anxiety\, and connect with others facing similar challenges.\n\nWhat to Expect in Our Group Therapy:\n+ Learn to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns\n+ Build practical coping skills for social situations\n+ Practice new strategies in a safe\, supportive\, and confidential environment\n\nDetails:\n- Who: Adults age 18+ experiencing social anxiety\, performance anxiety\, or seeking to gain confidence in social settings\n- When: Tuesdays\, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.\, (8 weeks)\n- Dates: April 21 – June 16\, 2026\n- Where: In-person at our conveniently located mental health clinic\, 210 S. 5th Ave.\, downtown Ann Arbor\n\nWhy Choose Group Therapy?\nGroup therapy for social anxiety provides unique benefits over individual counseling. In a group setting\, you’ll not only learn new skills but also practice them in real-time with support from peers. Many participants report faster growth and greater confidence from sharing experiences and encouragement in a group.\n\nRegistration & More Information:\n\nSpaces are limited to ensure a personalized and engaging group environment. UID:146099-21898384@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146099 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:anxiety,Faculty,Graduate,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate Students,Health & Wellness,managing anxiety,mental health,psychology,Social Anxiety,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students,Well-being LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898500@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260519T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901674@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T134150 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T100000 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 senior 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:148012-21902742@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148012 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260421T085257 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Debbie Thompson Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Debbie Thompson works predominantly in clay and draws inspiration from the natural world\, which she frequently references in her work. Her interest in ceramics began in high school when she took classes at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills\, Michigan. She later pursued her passion at the University of Michigan School of Art and Design\, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She also holds a Master of Arts from Eastern Michigan University and has completed post-graduate studio coursework at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Maryland Institute College of Art\, Rhode Island School of Design\, and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.\n\nThompson taught visual art in the Ann Arbor Public Schools for 34 years and has also taught at the University of Michigan School of Education and Washtenaw Community College. She exhibits her work both locally and nationally and was a member of the Clay Gallery. She continues her practice in her home studio and at the Potters Guild in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. She is a member of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts and the Michigan Ceramic Art Association. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the International Dinnerware Museum.\n\nThompson’s work has been inspired by the natural world since childhood. Although she initially studied biology in college\, she later shifted her focus to visual art. The textures\, colors\, and forms in her pieces are drawn directly from nature.\nSeeds—structures that have enabled plants to move through space and time for over 600 million years—are central to her recent work. They are vital to the continuation of plant life\, and therefore to human survival.\n\nIn this exhibition\, Thompson explores the unseen structures of seeds as revealed through electron microscopy. These images highlight the intricate beauty and ingenuity of nature\, which she interprets through her wall-mounted ceramic sculptures.\n\nAt a time when our planet and its ecosystems face increasing threats\, Thompson’s work serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world. Recognizing the beauty and significance of these often-unseen forms is a crucial first step toward protecting the life systems on which we all depend. UID:147884-21902222@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147884 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Art,ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Biosciences,Culture,Ecology,Environment,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Nature,North Campus,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connection Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T085450 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Melissa Jones Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Melissa Jones works across multiple mediums\, consistently centering the human figure\, texture\, and elements of the natural world—such as weathered surfaces\, bones\, and rust. These recurring interests create a unifying thread throughout her work\, regardless of medium.\nShe creates in both two and three dimensions\, including sculpture\, painting\, and assemblage. Oil painting is her preferred medium\, allowing her to work slowly in layered processes and achieve a wide range of nuanced effects.\n\nJones’ work is primarily figurative\, often narrative and autobiographical—though not strictly self-portraiture. Her figures are intended to evoke emotional responses that are less commonly found in landscape or other painting genres. She draws inspiration from the visual poetry of the human form\, finding beauty in subtle details: the turn of a wrist\, the curve of a spine\, or the shadow along a collarbone. She is captivated by how light illuminates the skin and how shadow defines form\, embracing the challenge of capturing this complexity in paint. Beyond physical representation\, her work also explores psychological dimensions\, aiming to convey mood and emotional depth.\n\nHer technique\, in both painting and sculpture\, is highly detailed\, realistic\, and developed gradually over time through layered processes. At times\, her work enters the realm of magical realism. While deeply personal\, her narratives remain intentionally ambiguous\, inviting viewers to interpret the imagery through their own perspectives and experiences.\n\nBorn and raised in Detroit\, Jones studied at Wayne State University\, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and a Master’s degree in Art Therapy. She previously worked as an art educator in the West Bloomfield School District and has exhibited professionally throughout the Detroit area since 2006\, receiving numerous awards. In addition\, she served as a board member and exhibition committee member for the Detroit Artists Market. UID:147882-21902125@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147882 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Detroit,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T164108 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T200000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:The People’s Bicentennial DESCRIPTION:This selection of original artifacts documents the work of the Peoples Bicentennial Commission (PBC)\, which challenged the official\, corporate-sponsored commemoration of the 1976 bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.\n\nItems on display are from the Joseph A. Labadie Collection\, which documents social protest movements and radical history.\n\nHOURS\nSunday 2-8pm\nMonday-Thursday 9am-8pm\nFriday 9am-4pm\nSaturday 11am-5pm UID:147925-21902423@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147925 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,History,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260421T095242 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T223000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:CDB Seminar Series: Haifan Lin DESCRIPTION:Title: The Piwi-piRNA Pathway: A New Paradigm of Genetic Regulation That Unites the Genome\n\nSpeaker: Haifan Lin\, PhD. Eugene Higgins Professor of Cell Biology\, Professor of Genetics & of Obstetrics\, Gynecology\, and Reproductive Sciences\, Yale School of Medicine. Director\, Yale Stem Cell Center.\n\nHost: Dawen Cai\, PhD\n\nThe venue is accessible via elevator and ramp. If you require any accommodations in order to fully participate in this activity\, please inform Brooke Lorigan-Bishar.\nT: 734-647-4835\nE: brloriga@med.umich.edu UID:147861-21902056@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147861 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Basic Science,Biology,Biosciences,Science LOCATION:Taubman Biomedical Science Research Building - ABC Seminar Rooms CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250828T001529 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T190000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Fore-Site (Phase 3): The Stamps Gallery Pillar Project DESCRIPTION:From 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:\nPhase 1 (September 12 - December 12) artists: Amelia Burns (Cranbrook MFA '23) and Erin McKenna (MFA '20)Phase 2 (January 12 - April 12) artists: Sally Clegg (MFA '20) and Kim Karlsrud (MFA '20)Phase 3 (May 12 - August 12) artists: Abhishek Narula (MFA '20) and Nathan Byrne (MFA '21)\nPhase 3 \nCurated by Sometimes Space: Abhishek Narula (entry pillar)Curated by CYNK Studios: Nathan Byrne (courtyard pillar) UID:138033-21881331@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138033 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Art LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T111159 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T120000 SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Transfer Student Pre-Orientation Information Sessions DESCRIPTION:If you are looking for guidance and support before attending your Virtual Orientation Academic Advising Appointment\, we encourage you to attend one of our pre-orientation information sessions. This does not replace the advising appointment. Our webinars are designed to help you smoothly transition into UM. You'll gain insights into:\n\n- Your degree requirements\n- How transfer credits apply to your UM degree\n- Navigating the LSA Course Guide\n- Using Wolverine Access to \"backpack\" classes\n- Required placement exams that must be taken before orientation\nGeneral questions about transferring to UM UID:147890-21902336@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147890 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Advising,Newnan,Newnan Lsa Academic Advising Center,Transfer Student Center,Transfer Students LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260331T090930 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T130000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Accessible Google Docs DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about how to create accessible Google Docs. This workshop will cover core accessibility best practices for documents\, including alt text\, heading hierarchy\, descriptive hyperlinks\, color contrast\, tables\, and more. We will walk through how to apply each of these concepts directly within the Google Docs platform. Participants will also learn how to use Grackle Docs\, an extension tool for Google that helps you scan and fix accessibility issues within your document.\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:147265-21900612@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147265 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Academic Technology At Michigan,Accessibility,Digital Accessibility,Disability,Discussion,Inclusion,Virtual,Workshop LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T110903 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T180000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Elsa Olander - Becoming: My Journey Through Stamps DESCRIPTION:Becoming is the senior thesis project of Stamps School of Art & Design student Elsa Olander. It is a multidisciplinary exhibition that traces her artistic evolution from high school student in Kenya to graduating college senior in the U.S. It explores personal growth through material experimentation\, identity formation\, and cultural hybridity. The work features 2-D\, 3-D\, and 4-D work\; each piece serving as a visual artifact of transformation.\n\nBecoming isn’t about arriving. It’s about highlighting the moments that get us there. The doubt\, discovery\, and growth that shape who we are. It’s a reminder to learn from the past and plan for the future\, but most importantly to live in the present. We become who we are not just through all the choices we make\, but through the people we surround ourselves with\, the information we take-in\, and what we choose to believe or question.\n\n“This exhibition is about my growth and process\, but it’s not singular. Many of my family members\, including my mother\, aren’t able to attend my graduation due to the ongoing visa ban affecting several African countries. This show is my way of honoring their presence in my life\, acknowledging where I’ve come from\, and sharing my journey with those who may not be able to witness it in person. My hope is that viewers see these works not just as a portrait of my evolution\, but as an invitation to reflect\, relate\, and reimagine their own paths of becoming.” \n-Elsa Olander\n\nBecoming: My Journey Through Stamps\nExhibition Dates: April 30 – May 22\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Thursday\, April 30\, 5:30 – 8 p.m. (RSVP Recommended)\nDuderstadt Center Gallery UID:148001-21902708@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148001 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Africa,Art,Art And Design,Exhibition LOCATION:Duderstadt Center - Gallery, Rm. 1019 Duderstadt Center CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260327T085613 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T130000 SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Recruited\, Not Applied To: What the Data Says About Getting Hired in 2026 DESCRIPTION:Most professionals still use LinkedIn the way they did five years ago\, and it’s costing them opportunities they do not even realize they are missing.\n\nIn this presentation\, career coach and alum Tristan Layfield\, ’10\, breaks down the latest with LinkedIn. You will learn why the traditional resume has been demoted\, how LinkedIn’s algorithm determines what recruiters see\, and what to post to increase your visibility with decision-makers.\n\nPractical\, data-backed\, and immediately applicable\, this LinkedIn strategy is built for today’s hiring landscape.\n\nBonus: Attend live for a chance to win a free one-hour coaching session with Tristan! (Open to U‑M alumni only. Must attend live and stay through the end to be eligible.) UID:147122-21900404@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147122 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Career,Free,Virtual LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260428T114249 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T171500 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:LSA Transfer Information Session DESCRIPTION:Join the LSA Transfer Recruitment Team for our virtual sessions where we will discuss LSA requirements\, transfer credit\, pre-transfer academic advising\, LSA opportunities and other transfer tidbits.\n\nRegistration is required. Register using link to the right UID:141040-21902620@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141040 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Transfer Students LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T190000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Maize & Blue Cupboard Volunteering DESCRIPTION:Come help us during normal operating hours\; as well as\, unload our weekly Food Gatherers deliveries and stock our shelves! If you are outside the U-M community\, please reach out to maize.blue.cupboard@umich.edu to sign up. UID:102102-21902370@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/102102 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Maize and Blue Cupboard inside Betsy Barbour CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260302T162354 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T190000 SUMMARY:Well-being:Strengthening Skills: ADHD Group for Adults DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling with organization\, time management\, or staying on track? Looking for strategies to better handle daily challenges? Our Psychological Clinic is excited to announce the return of our comprehensive\, evidence-based Strengthening Skills: ADHD Group for Adults this spring. Participants do not need an official ADHD diagnosis to join—any adult seeking practical tools for executive functioning is welcome.\n\nAbout the 8-Week ADHD Skills Group\n\nThis interactive\, in-person group program is designed to help adults develop stronger skills in organization\, prioritization\, and time management. Over eight weekly sessions\, participants will:\n\nLearn and practice new strategies in a structured\, supportive environment\nGain confidence and growth alongside others who understand executive functioning challenges\nBuild a toolkit that will help manage daily responsibilities and stressors\nWhy Group Therapy?\n\nChoosing group therapy means you benefit from the collective experience and support of others facing similar challenges. Practicing strategies with a group helps foster real improvement as you share experiences and encourage one another.\n\nProgram Details:\n\nWho: Adults seeking practical solutions and support for executive functioning challenges (no ADHD diagnosis required)\nWhen: Wednesday evenings\, 5:30 – 7:00 pm\,\nDates: April 29 to June 24\nWhere: In-person\, at 210 S. 5th Ave.\, downtown Ann Arbor UID:146098-21898374@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146098 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:adhd,Graduate and Professional Students,Staff,Time Management,Undergraduate Students,Workshop LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260417T142751 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T190000 SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives DESCRIPTION:Our third course\, ALUM 101: From the Campus to the World: How U-M Innovations Are Changing Lives\, continues the series with a deep dive into breakthroughs\, from life-saving cancer treatments to the future of athletic performance. You will get a front-row seat to the ideas\, people\, and partnerships behind Michigan innovation.\n\nDeveloped in partnership with Innovation Partnerships\, this four-part mini-course will explore how discoveries move from campus to real-world impact\, featuring topics such as HistoSonics ultrasound technology\, KOMZIFTI therapeutics\, OLED screen displays\, and GripFusion’s ForceBall.\n\nEach 60-minute virtual lecture includes a Q&A\, allowing you to learn alongside fellow Wolverines. Classes take place on Wednesdays at 6 p.m.\, beginning May 20 and concluding with an optional in-person field trip. UID:147843-21902034@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147843 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Education,Engineering,Free,Information and Technology,Innovation Partnerships,Life-changing Education,Virtual LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260416T124600 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T200000 SUMMARY:Presentation:Waltzing with the Queen DESCRIPTION:Join panelists Dr. Tia Culley\, Dr. Robert M. Hendershot\, and Dr. Steve Marsh and moderator Joel Westphal for a behind-the-scenes discussion about turning their upcoming book\, *The Ford Administration and Anglo-American Relations: Re-valuing an Interim Presidency* into an original museum exhibit. UID:147810-21901991@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147810 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:American History,Panel Discussion,Queen Elizabeth Ii LOCATION:Gerald Ford Library - Auditorium CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260331T103356 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T200000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:“Nature in Pieces: Why Large\, Continuous\, Connected Forests Hold More Life” DESCRIPTION:As part of the 2026 Summer Lecture Series at the University of Michigan Biological Station (UMBS)\, Dr. Thiago Gonçalves-Souza will give a free\, public talk focused on a simple but important question: When forests are broken into pieces\, can biodiversity be maintained across the broader landscape? \n\nUsing data across six continents\, he challenges the idea of fragmentation in his talk titled\, “Nature in Pieces: Why Large\, Continuous\, Connected Forests Hold More Life.”\n\nThe postdoctoral fellow at the University of Michigan will explore why protecting large\, continuous\, and connected forests remains essential for conserving biodiversity. \n\nGonçalves-Souza\, a quantitative community ecologist\, teaches a General Ecology Lecture course at UMBS.\n\nHis current research centers around synthesizing the effects of human-mediated habitat loss and climate change on animals and plants. With a broad taxonomic scope ranging from arthropods to mammals\, Gonçalves-Souza uses quantitative tools to unravel the intricate dynamics of biodiversity change. He also investigates the utility of traits in predicting species redistributions across local and global scales.\n\nThe University of Michigan Biological Station serves as a gathering place to learn from the natural world\, advance research and education\, and inspire action. We leverage over a century of research and transformative experiences to drive discoveries and solutions to benefit Michigan and beyond.\n\nFounded in 1909\, UMBS supports long-term research and education through immersive\, field-based courses and features state-of-the-art equipment and facilities for data collection and analysis to help any field researcher be productive. It is where students and scientists from across the globe live and work as a community to learn from the place.\n\nThe Summer Lecture Series is a tradition at UMBS\, where we explore scientific topics with distinguished guest speakers from across the country so the community can learn about our natural world.\n\nThe free\, public talks are on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. in the spring and summer in Gates Lecture Hall at the University of Michigan Biological Station\, located at 9133 Biological Rd. in Pellston\, Michigan — about 20 miles south of the Mackinac Bridge. UID:147273-21900620@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147273 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:AEM Featured,biodiversity,Biological Station,Bsbsigns,U-m Biological Station LOCATION:Gates Lecture Hall\, UM Biological Station CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898501@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901675@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260407T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260520T200000 SUMMARY:Performance:Open Stage Showcase: Bob Hoot and Peter Bedford DESCRIPTION:Our Open Stage Showcase lets us shine a light on some of our standout performers who’ve graced our Open Stage through the year.\n\nBob Hoot of HOOT and Hollers is a singer/songwriter living in Whitmore Lake\, MI. Hoot moved back to Michigan in January 2024 after 45 years in Madison WI where he performed and recorded with with Tent Show Troubadours (2016–2023) and HOOT and Hollers (est. 2020– ) Hoot has been performing solo shows in and around the Ann Arbor area\, primarily in the summer outdoor concert season. Set lists include songs from Hoot’s catalog of over 115 originals\, as well as favorite covers. This show will also be a CD release event for the latest Hoot and Hollers album titled Ain’t My First Rodeo. HOOT and Hollers music is available on all streaming services. Bob Hoot will be joined by Gabrielle Hartman (violin).\n\nPeter Bedford began to teach himself how to play guitar after listening to James Taylor's \"Sweet Baby James\" album in 1970. After teaching school for 40 years and continuing to play and teach private lessons\, he moved back to Michigan and began to attend and play at the Ark's Open Stage nights. Through the luck of the draw and with the support of many loyal friends he found himself on stage more often than not. Pete says that he is deliberately keeping a lot of old songs alive by performing them and talking about them. With a songbook of nearly 200 songs in his head\, you can expect to hear a sampling of them at the Showcase. Pete frequently performs with life-long friend\, Gary Putrow accompanying him on bass under the name \"Pete and Putts\". Gary will join Pete on a number of tunes. UID:147436-21901024@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147436 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ark,Mutotix LOCATION:GA - The Ark CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T134150 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T100000 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 senior 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:148012-21902743@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148012 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260421T085257 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Debbie Thompson Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Debbie Thompson works predominantly in clay and draws inspiration from the natural world\, which she frequently references in her work. Her interest in ceramics began in high school when she took classes at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills\, Michigan. She later pursued her passion at the University of Michigan School of Art and Design\, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She also holds a Master of Arts from Eastern Michigan University and has completed post-graduate studio coursework at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Maryland Institute College of Art\, Rhode Island School of Design\, and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.\n\nThompson taught visual art in the Ann Arbor Public Schools for 34 years and has also taught at the University of Michigan School of Education and Washtenaw Community College. She exhibits her work both locally and nationally and was a member of the Clay Gallery. She continues her practice in her home studio and at the Potters Guild in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. She is a member of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts and the Michigan Ceramic Art Association. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the International Dinnerware Museum.\n\nThompson’s work has been inspired by the natural world since childhood. Although she initially studied biology in college\, she later shifted her focus to visual art. The textures\, colors\, and forms in her pieces are drawn directly from nature.\nSeeds—structures that have enabled plants to move through space and time for over 600 million years—are central to her recent work. They are vital to the continuation of plant life\, and therefore to human survival.\n\nIn this exhibition\, Thompson explores the unseen structures of seeds as revealed through electron microscopy. These images highlight the intricate beauty and ingenuity of nature\, which she interprets through her wall-mounted ceramic sculptures.\n\nAt a time when our planet and its ecosystems face increasing threats\, Thompson’s work serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world. Recognizing the beauty and significance of these often-unseen forms is a crucial first step toward protecting the life systems on which we all depend. UID:147884-21902223@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147884 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Art,ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Biosciences,Culture,Ecology,Environment,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Nature,North Campus,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connection Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T085450 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Melissa Jones Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Melissa Jones works across multiple mediums\, consistently centering the human figure\, texture\, and elements of the natural world—such as weathered surfaces\, bones\, and rust. These recurring interests create a unifying thread throughout her work\, regardless of medium.\nShe creates in both two and three dimensions\, including sculpture\, painting\, and assemblage. Oil painting is her preferred medium\, allowing her to work slowly in layered processes and achieve a wide range of nuanced effects.\n\nJones’ work is primarily figurative\, often narrative and autobiographical—though not strictly self-portraiture. Her figures are intended to evoke emotional responses that are less commonly found in landscape or other painting genres. She draws inspiration from the visual poetry of the human form\, finding beauty in subtle details: the turn of a wrist\, the curve of a spine\, or the shadow along a collarbone. She is captivated by how light illuminates the skin and how shadow defines form\, embracing the challenge of capturing this complexity in paint. Beyond physical representation\, her work also explores psychological dimensions\, aiming to convey mood and emotional depth.\n\nHer technique\, in both painting and sculpture\, is highly detailed\, realistic\, and developed gradually over time through layered processes. At times\, her work enters the realm of magical realism. While deeply personal\, her narratives remain intentionally ambiguous\, inviting viewers to interpret the imagery through their own perspectives and experiences.\n\nBorn and raised in Detroit\, Jones studied at Wayne State University\, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and a Master’s degree in Art Therapy. She previously worked as an art educator in the West Bloomfield School District and has exhibited professionally throughout the Detroit area since 2006\, receiving numerous awards. In addition\, she served as a board member and exhibition committee member for the Detroit Artists Market. UID:147882-21902126@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147882 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Detroit,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260304T104114 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T100000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:PhD Defense: Jaeshin Park DESCRIPTION:Join us for Jaeshin's defense!\nChair: Eunshin Byon UID:146165-21898610@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146165 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Dissertation,Graduate,Graduate Students,Industrial And Operations Engineering,Michigan Engineering LOCATION:Industrial and Operations Engineering Building - 2717 CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T164108 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T200000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:The People’s Bicentennial DESCRIPTION:This selection of original artifacts documents the work of the Peoples Bicentennial Commission (PBC)\, which challenged the official\, corporate-sponsored commemoration of the 1976 bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.\n\nItems on display are from the Joseph A. Labadie Collection\, which documents social protest movements and radical history.\n\nHOURS\nSunday 2-8pm\nMonday-Thursday 9am-8pm\nFriday 9am-4pm\nSaturday 11am-5pm UID:147925-21902424@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147925 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,History,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260428T150337 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T193000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Communities in Conversation DESCRIPTION:Archives at the University of Michigan have been working to develop new connections and relationships around the state of Michigan in the hopes of re-envisioning and re-connecting collections to communities in engaging and ethical ways. We are working to develop a paradigm of “shared stewardship.” When the Smithsonian adopted a Shared Stewardship and Ethical Returns policy in 2022\, Lonnie G. Bunch III\, Secretary of the Smithsonian\, described the policy as “a cultural shift in our concepts of possession\, ownership\, and stewardship of collections.” The Smithsonian’s new policy is designed to address the harm caused by the museum’s past extractive practices and engage\, consult\, and work collaboratively with descendants and communities represented in their collections.\n\nAt the University of Michigan\, we are building on this approach\, which has become increasingly common in museums\, to apply it to archival collections and communities of records. In May 2026\, we are hosting a symposium on the topic\, which will feature contributions from unique archives-community collaborations from around the State and allow for productive conversations about how to build and encourage further shared stewardship among Michigan archives.\n\nOur goals in hosting the symposium are to:\n\n- Create an opportunity for archivists from a variety of institutions across Michigan to share and discuss different ways to document diverse histories and build collaborative relationships between archives and records creators\n- Explore new approaches to the archival record\, programming and outreach\, and teaching and research at archives across the state that will foster and create more diverse and comprehensive histories of life in Michigan\n- To build toward a set of best practices that will support and encourage archival professionals across Michigan\, and the nation\, to foster collaborative relationships with records creators and source communities.\n\nThe symposium will feature three panels and will be followed by a keynote panel and a reception. Attendees may also attend the panel and keynote events via webinar\, which is free and requires registration.\n\nThe symposium will take place online and on the UM-Ann Arbor campus on May 21\, 2026\, and is part of the Towards Community-Based\, Shared Stewardship project. It is free and open to ALL to attend. \n\nThe Communities in Conversation: Towards Community-Based Shared Stewardship in Michigan Archives Symposium is co-presented by the Bentley Historical Library\, the School of Information\, and the Inclusive History Project.\n\nQuestions? Email us at inclusivehistory@umich.edu.\n\n--\n\nSchedule\n\nDoors open to the public\n9:45am\n\nWelcome\, Opening Remarks\, and Symposium Framing from IHP Co-Chair Earl Lewis and CiC Symposium Organizers\n10:00am – 10:30am\n\nLocation: Dow Room\, 4th Floor\, Leinweber Bldg\n\nSession 1: “Listening” Panel Discussion\n10:30am – 12/noon\n\nThis panel examines collaborations between archival repositories\, libraries\, and local communities to preserve community histories in ways that are responsive to community needs. Panelists will discuss and explore what it means to develop archival projects that preserve and provide access to history in ways that center community needs.\n\nPanelists: Eric Gollanek\, Lindsay Hiltunen\, Sarah Lundy\, and Sarah Fayen Scarlett\nModerator: Michelle McClellan\n\nLocation: Dow Room\, 4th Floor\, Leinweber Bldg\n\nFree\, catered lunch\n12/noon – 1:15pm\n\nSession 2: “Engaging” Panel Discussion\n1:15 – 2:45pm\n\nThis panel reflects on a core question that repositories face when they decide they want to engage in shared stewardship: where do I start? Panelists will discuss their experiences doing outreach to source communities or working with organizations as a community member. They will together consider how to begin building a relationship\, what actions build trust\, and how those experiences can differ across various organizations and communities.\n\nPanelists: Finn Bell\, Marcia Black\, and Eric Hemenway\nModerator: Alexis Antracoli\n\nLocation: Dow Room\, 4th Floor\, Leinweber Bldg\n\nCoffee break\n2:45 – 3:00pm\n\nSession 3: “Capacity Building” Panel Discussion\n3:00 – 4:30pm\n\nPanelists discuss what it takes to actually build and sustain a program\, platform\, or service that meets community needs. The panel will tackle issues such as technological infrastructure\, funding\, volunteers\, shared decision-making\, and creative problem solving. Together\, the panelists will explore the challenges and promise of creating and sustaining projects and programs that center the preservation of community histories in the context of shared power.\n\nPanelists: Andrew MacLaren\, Carrie Marsh\, and Annika Peterson\nModerator: Jesse Johnston\n\nLocation: Dow Room\, 4th Floor\, Leinweber Bldg\n\nCoffee break\n4:30 – 5:00pm\n\nSession 4: Communities in Conversation Keynote Roundtable with Diana Marsh\, Jennifer Garcon\, and Selena Ortega-Chiolero\nModerator: Ricardo Punzalan\n5:00 – 6:15pm\n\nLocation: Large Lecture Hall\, 1st Floor\, Leinweber Bldg\n\nCommunities in Conversation Reception with light fare.\n6:30pm – 7:30pm\n\nLocation: Location: Bentley Historical Library\, 1150 Beal Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48109 UID:147988-21902671@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147988 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Community Engagement LOCATION:Leinweber LCSIB CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060009 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T235959 SUMMARY:Other:Nationals DESCRIPTION:Michigan Men's Ultimate will be competing in the D1 College Championships in Rockford\, IL on May\, 22-25. UID:147919-21902397@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147919 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Rockford CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260424T110619 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T103000 SUMMARY:Meeting:U-M Green Team Coffee Chats Winter Semester 2026 DESCRIPTION:Come with your questions\, experiences\, and ideas to help us build a community of practice around sustainable workplaces at U-M! This monthly informal chat is open to all staff who are interested in workplace sustainability. Chats are held over Zoom\, so grab your favorite hot beverage and log in. We share successes\, mishaps\, and learning experiences as well as new opportunities and resources. (In order to encourage candid conversation\, these meetings are not recorded.) UID:142965-21902627@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142965 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sustainability LOCATION:Off Campus Location - https://umich.zoom.us/j/98357280101 CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250828T001529 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T190000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Fore-Site (Phase 3): The Stamps Gallery Pillar Project DESCRIPTION:From 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:\nPhase 1 (September 12 - December 12) artists: Amelia Burns (Cranbrook MFA '23) and Erin McKenna (MFA '20)Phase 2 (January 12 - April 12) artists: Sally Clegg (MFA '20) and Kim Karlsrud (MFA '20)Phase 3 (May 12 - August 12) artists: Abhishek Narula (MFA '20) and Nathan Byrne (MFA '21)\nPhase 3 \nCurated by Sometimes Space: Abhishek Narula (entry pillar)Curated by CYNK Studios: Nathan Byrne (courtyard pillar) UID:138033-21881332@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138033 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Art LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T110903 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T180000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Elsa Olander - Becoming: My Journey Through Stamps DESCRIPTION:Becoming is the senior thesis project of Stamps School of Art & Design student Elsa Olander. It is a multidisciplinary exhibition that traces her artistic evolution from high school student in Kenya to graduating college senior in the U.S. It explores personal growth through material experimentation\, identity formation\, and cultural hybridity. The work features 2-D\, 3-D\, and 4-D work\; each piece serving as a visual artifact of transformation.\n\nBecoming isn’t about arriving. It’s about highlighting the moments that get us there. The doubt\, discovery\, and growth that shape who we are. It’s a reminder to learn from the past and plan for the future\, but most importantly to live in the present. We become who we are not just through all the choices we make\, but through the people we surround ourselves with\, the information we take-in\, and what we choose to believe or question.\n\n“This exhibition is about my growth and process\, but it’s not singular. Many of my family members\, including my mother\, aren’t able to attend my graduation due to the ongoing visa ban affecting several African countries. This show is my way of honoring their presence in my life\, acknowledging where I’ve come from\, and sharing my journey with those who may not be able to witness it in person. My hope is that viewers see these works not just as a portrait of my evolution\, but as an invitation to reflect\, relate\, and reimagine their own paths of becoming.” \n-Elsa Olander\n\nBecoming: My Journey Through Stamps\nExhibition Dates: April 30 – May 22\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Thursday\, April 30\, 5:30 – 8 p.m. (RSVP Recommended)\nDuderstadt Center Gallery UID:148001-21902709@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148001 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Africa,Art,Art And Design,Exhibition LOCATION:Duderstadt Center - Gallery, Rm. 1019 Duderstadt Center CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072029 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T150000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Online Arabic Placement test_May 21\, 2026 (12pm-3pm EST) DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Arabic Placement TestAbout the testThe test takes approximately three hours in length\, and it is composed of three portions:a. The writing portion is completed via Zoom and it is worth a total of 100 points.b. The reading portion is completed online through Canvas site\, and it is worth a total of 48 points.c. Right after finishing with the reading portion\, each student will have a follow-up interview with a proctor. The interviews last approximately 15 minutes and it is worth a total of 20 points.Important: The interview portion will be weighted most heavily as it will be used to validate performance on the first two portions of the test. The final result/score/rating will thus be based on the student’s performance on the interview above all. Rating of performance on the writing or reading portions is secondary.How is the result calculated?Students who receive 60% or above will be placed in Arabic 401 and thus placed out of the LSA Language Requirement.Where can I view my results? Placement results are posted within 7 business days after taking the test. You will not be notified of your score automatically. You may view your placements via: Wolverine Access > Student Business > Academic Records > View Placement Exam Results.\nImportant information about the test* Please note that only students who are participating in the Spring/Summer orientations are eligible to take the online placement test. If you are an existing UM student\, please sign up to take the in-person placement test that is taking place in August.* Placements are valid for only one year. If you fail to register in the course that you are placed in\, you will be required to retake the test.* Retaking the placement test is only permitted after the placement results expire.* Students who are currently taking an Arabic course will not be allowed to take the placement test. * The test assesses students’ proficiency in Standard Arabic (fuSHa)\, NOT colloquial Arabic.* If you speak an Arabic dialect but you do not know how to read or write or have little knowledge in Standard Arabic (fuSHa)\, feel free to register in Arabic 101.* Students who know some Arabic because they came from an Arabic-speaking household or have studied Arabic before\, must take the Arabic proficiency test in order to determine their placement.* Students who have taken Arabic at other institutions and wish to continue their Arabic study at UM must take the placement test to determine their level. Credits for Arabic study undertaken at another institution prior to joining UM or in a summer program while attending UM\, transfer in as generic departmental credits and students must take the placement test to determine credit equivalencies to UM courses.* If you place in or beyond the 401 level\, you will have satisfied the LSA language requirement.* Students are encouraged to take a placement test as early as possible in their studies in order to determine the level they should enroll in\, or if they test out of the language requirement. This is extremely important to avoid delays in graduation and complications with placement.* Arabic 101\, 121\, 201\, 221\, 401\, 501 or 504 are offered ONLY in the Fall semester\, and Arabic 102\, 122\, 202\, 222\, 402\, 511 are ONLY offered in the Winter semester.* Arabic 103 (the equivalent of Arabic 101 & 102\, combined) AND Arabic 203 (the equivalent of Arabic 201 & 202\, combined) are offered in the Spring-Summer terms.UM’s Arabic curriculum is a dual register curriculum in which students learn to speak and understand the Levantine dialect (the dialect of Jordan\, Syria\, Palestine and Lebanon) in addition to developing the four language skills of Standard Arabic (fuSHa).If you have questions regarding the placement test\, please contact the Arabic program director at\, mesarabicprogram@umich.edu UID:145817-21897847@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145817 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Zoom/Canvas CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260427T090939 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Watcher of the Sky: Making and Remaking the Detroit Observatory DESCRIPTION:The Detroit Observatory was once a hub of astronomical discovery that put the University of Michigan on the map as a world-class research institution. A century later\, it was an abandoned building with an uncertain future. From cornerstone to keystone\, from the first director to the people who saved it from destruction\, explore the life of a historic observatory 170 years in the making.\n\n\"Watcher of the Sky\" is being developed by student docents at the Detroit Observatory. Presented by the Judy and Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory\, part of the Bentley Historical Library.\n\n\"Watcher of the Sky\" is now on display at the Detroit Observatory (1398 Ann Street\, Ann Arbor\, 48109). View the exhibit during the Observatory's open hours:\nThursdays 12-5 pm\nFridays 12-11 pm\nSelected Saturdays 12-5 pm UID:138950-21900825@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138950 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomers,astronomy,bentley historical library,bentley library,Education,educational,Exhibition,free,history,Museum,museums,Science,U-m History,university history,university of michigan history LOCATION:Detroit Observatory CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T124500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T143000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Maize & Blue Cupboard Volunteering DESCRIPTION:Come help us during normal operating hours\; as well as\, unload our weekly Food Gatherers deliveries and stock our shelves! If you are outside the U-M community\, please reach out to maize.blue.cupboard@umich.edu to sign up. UID:102102-21902371@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/102102 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Maize and Blue Cupboard inside Betsy Barbour CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260407T171647 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T163000 SUMMARY:Other:James and Judith Street Professor of Chemical Engineering - Delia Milliron DESCRIPTION:Delia Milliron received her AB from Princeton University (1999) and her PhD from the University of California\, Berkeley (2004)\, both in Chemistry. While at Princeton\, she also completed a Certificate in Materials Science and Engineering. She initially worked for IBM’s research division\, first as a postdoc at the T.J. Watson Research Center and then as a Research Staff Member at the Almaden Research Center. In 2008\, she joined the research staff at the Molecular Foundry\, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab\, where she led the Inorganic Nanostructures Facility and later served as the Deputy Director. In 2013\, she began her academic career as an Associate Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin\, where she ultimately served as Department Chair and was appointed as the Ernest Cockrell\, Sr. Chair #1 in Engineering before moving to the University of Michigan in 2025 to become the Anthony C. Lembke Department Chair of Chemical Engineering. She is jointly appointed as a Professor of Chemistry.\n\nMilliron develops materials based on metal oxide nanocrystals\, tuning their composition and structure to control visible and infrared light and to guide electrochemical reactions. The nanocrystals' size-dependent properties offer new opportunities for optoelectronics and clean energy technologies. Her work has resulted in over 200 peer-reviewed publications and 20 issued US patents and led to her co-founding two venture-backed spin-off companies.\n\nMilliron's research has been recognized with awards including the DOE Early Career Research Program\, the Sloan Research Fellowship\, the American Chemical Society's (ACS) Inorganic Nanoscience Award\, Senior Membership in the National Academy of Inventors\, the Norman Hackerman Award from the Welch Foundation\, the O’Donnell Award in Engineering from the Texas Academy of Medicine\, Engineering\, Science & Technology\, the Nanoscale Science and Engineering Forum Award from the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE)\, and the Materials Research Society's MRS Medal.\n\n\n\nTHE JAMES AND JUDITH STREET PROFESSORSHIP\n\nThis Endowed professorship was made possible through the generosity of James R. and Judith W. Street. Dr. Street is a retired executive of the Shell Oil Company and the Royal Dutch Group. In 1987\, he was elected president of Shell Development Company with responsibility for Shell's entire research and development portfolio. He also served as president of Shell Chemical Company\, leading a successful turnaround effort. In 1991\, he served as chief technology officer of the Royal Dutch/Shell Group of companies located in London\, England. He earned three \nchemical engineering degrees and a math degree from the University of Michigan. In 2007\, Dr. Street was awarded the Department of Chemical Engineering Alumni Society Merit Award.\n\nThe James and Judith Street Professorship in Chemical Engineering was established in 2008 by a gift of $1.5M to establish and support an endowed professorship. The holder will be a professor in the department of Chemical Engineering who will be appointed to the professorship for five-year\, renewable terms. \n\nENDOWED PROFESSORSHIPS\nEndowed professorships at Michigan Engineering are essential to the University of Michigan. They provide resources to attract\, reward and retain outstanding faculty in all areas of engineering. Appointment to an endowed professorship is reserved for a scholar of national and often international stature who has earned a highly distinguished record of teaching\, research and publishing.\n\nThese professorships\, funded and named by donors\, bring prestige and recognition to leading members of our faculty and reward their contributions to the institution and to the field. Equally important\, endowed professorships attract new teaching and research talent from outside the University and continue in perpetuity to enrich the community of scholars at Michigan. UID:147512-21901166@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147512 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:chemical engineering,Professorship LOCATION:Lurie Robert H. Engin. Ctr - Johnson Rooms CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260420T122132 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T193000 SUMMARY:Other:Third Thursday | Late Night at the Kelsey! DESCRIPTION:The Kelsey Museum is open late! On the third Thursday of each month\, the Kelsey will be open from 4:00 to 7:30 PM. Come check out the galleries after work\, after school\, or after dinner downtown.\n\nThis event is free and open to all visitors. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessing this event\, please visit our accessibility page at https://myumi.ch/zwPkd or contact the education office by calling (734) 647-4167. We ask for advance notice as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange. UID:147869-21902093@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147869 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ancient Egypt,Ancient Greece,Ancient Middle East,Ancient Rome,Archaeology,Free,Museum LOCATION:Kelsey Museum of Archaeology CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T190000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Maize & Blue Cupboard Volunteering DESCRIPTION:Come help us during normal operating hours\; as well as\, unload our weekly Food Gatherers deliveries and stock our shelves! If you are outside the U-M community\, please reach out to maize.blue.cupboard@umich.edu to sign up. UID:102102-21902372@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/102102 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Maize and Blue Cupboard inside Betsy Barbour CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260219T120431 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T190000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Caswell Diabetes Institute Community Seminar Series DESCRIPTION:Bad Things in Good Foods\nDid you know that some of the foods we eat every day— fruits\, vegetables\, and even so-called “health foods”— can contain invisible chemicals and toxic substances? Learn how these “bad things in good foods” may influence how our bodies grow\, develop\, and maintain heart and metabolic health. We will examine the surprising connections between what’s on our plate and long-term risks for conditions like diabetes and heart disease.\n\nKaren E. Peterson\, ScD\nStanley M. Garn Collegiate Professor and Chair\, Department of Nutritional Sciences\; \nAssociate Director\, Michigan Nutrition Obesity Research Center\; \nProfessor of Global Public Health and Environmental Health Sciences\, University of Michigan School of Public Health UID:145688-21897698@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/145688 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Faculty,Food,Free,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate Students,In Person,Nutrition,Postdoctoral Research Fellows,Public Health,Research,Science,seminar LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T122837 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T193000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:The Lost Campus: The University of Michigan’s Vanished but not Forgotten Spaces DESCRIPTION:The University of Michigan’s campus has a long and deep history and every generation has cherished particular places\, such as the campus zoo or the famous “Sleepy Hollow.” Many of these locations are now gone\, but not forgotten. Join us to hear from Professor Jim Tobin as he traces U-M’s “lost campus” and how the campus’ changing spaces reflect broader patterns in university history.\n\nPresented with support from the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan.\n\nRefreshments will be provided. UID:142453-21890971@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142453 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:bentley historical library,bentley library,Education,educational,free,history,lecture,Making Michigan,U-m History,university history,university of michigan history LOCATION:Detroit Observatory CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260420T122403 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T183000 SUMMARY:Tours:Third Thursday Tour | Highlights of the Kelsey DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special evening event at the Kelsey Museum! This Third Thursday experience features a 30-minute tour of ancient Mediterranean history and artifact highlights from the Kelsey collection. \n\nThis event is free and open to all visitors. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessing this event\, please visit our accessibility page at https://myumi.ch/zwPkd or contact the education office by calling (734) 647-4167. We ask for advance notice as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange. UID:147870-21902097@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147870 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ancient Egypt,Ancient Greece,Ancient Middle East,Ancient Rome,Archaeology,Free,History,Museum,Tour LOCATION:Kelsey Museum of Archaeology CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260406T145845 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T193000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:The Queen and Her Presidents: The Hidden Hand That Shaped History DESCRIPTION:Queen Elizabeth II met with President Ford at the White House – not to mention with four of his predecessors and eight of his successors. Indeed\, she met with more U.S. presidents than any other person in history. What did she do with that unprecedented access? Quite a bit\, journalist Susan Page discovered in her new book\, being published at the 100th anniversary of Elizabeth’s birth. Her Majesty was more than a stoic figure in a colorful hat\, waving from a balcony. She was a deft diplomat\, a shrewd judge of character and\, by the way\, a skilled mimic. She was also the most effective force maintaining Great Britain’s voice in the world even as its empire declined. A look at how she did that during her long reign\, and at her sunny encounter with Jerry and Betty Ford during the Bicentennial celebration. UID:147457-21901066@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147457 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:American History,Author Talk,booksigning,History,Queen Elizabeth Ii LOCATION:Gerald Ford Library - Auditorium CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T123046 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T203000 SUMMARY:Livestream / Virtual:Mind Matters: When Kids Struggle - What Grownups Can Do to Help DESCRIPTION:Mental health experts from the Michigan Medicine Department of Psychiatry are hosting this practical webinar for parents\, family members\, and caregivers who want to better understand what it looks like when the kids in their lives are struggling and what they can do to help.\n\nYou’ll learn common signs of distress in youth\, how those concerns can present differently at different ages\, and how to respond in supportive and effective ways. You’ll learn tips for handling a mental health crisis\, including how to navigate the mental healthcare system. This webinar will share family-centered strategies for building resilience and community to support your child’s health—and your own—in the long term. \n\nThis event is brought to you in partnership with the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan.\n\nWebinar on May 21\, 7:00pm - 8:30pm\nRegister here: https://umich.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6KQrQ7uVQfyIkuBFWFsf0A#/registration\n\nSpeakers: \n1. Jessica M. Pierce\, MD\, MSc\n2. Nicole Figueroa\, MSN\, DNP\n3. Emma Share\, MSW\n\nModerator: \nSyma Khan\, MSW\n\nA recording of this event will be uploaded to our YouTube playlist [https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNxqP-XbH8BK6DnqAJ2s1OVvyjnRGcCpD]. All those who register will be sent a link to the recording. UID:147680-21901566@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147680 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Children,Depression,Family,Free,Health,Health & Wellness,Livestream,Medicine,Mental Health,Mental Health Awareness Month,Mindfulness,Neuroscience,Psychiatry,Virtual,Well-being,Wellness LOCATION:Off Campus Location - https://umich.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6KQrQ7uVQfyIkuBFWFsf0A#/registration CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898502@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901676@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20251217T132338 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260521T200000 SUMMARY:Performance:Suzy Bogguss DESCRIPTION:“Radiant and transportive” –No Depression\n\nDuring the creative explosion that was country music in the 1990s Suzy Bogguss sold 4 million records with sparkling radio hits like “Outbound Plane\,” “Someday Soon\,” “Letting Go\,” “Drive South\,” and “Hey Cinderella.\" But you can’t peg Suzy that easily… \n\nIn the midst of her country popularity she took time off to make a duets album with the legendary Chet Atkins. In 2003 she made an album of modern swing music with Ray Benson of Asleep At The Wheel. An album of original music in 2007 landed her at number 4 on the jazz charts. Her folk music roots show through in her frequent appearances on public radio’s A Prairie Home Companion\, in the Grammy she earned for her work on Beautiful Dreamer: The Songs of Stephen Foster\, and in her critically acclaimed album and book project from 2011\, American Folk Songbook. In 2014 she released Lucky\, a collection of songs written by Merle Haggard and interpreted through Suzy’s crystal vocals from the female point of view. Her latest offering\, Prayin’ For Sunshine\, is an Americana tour de force with all songs written by Bogguss. \n\nShe continues to tour the world\, both on her own and with fellow country radio divas Terri Clark and Pam Tills as “Chicks With Hits” and more recently\, with Kathy Mattea on their Together At Last tour. So yes\, you can call her a country singer if you want\, but really that’s just the beginning. UID:142825-21891717@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142825 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ark,Mutotix LOCATION:ARK Reserved CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060009 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T235959 SUMMARY:Other:Nationals DESCRIPTION:Michigan Men's Ultimate will be competing in the D1 College Championships in Rockford\, IL on May\, 22-25. UID:147919-21902398@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147919 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Rockford CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060011 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T235959 SUMMARY:Other:2026 College Championships DESCRIPTION:Nationals AYYYY UID:147936-21902568@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147936 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:MercyHealth Sportscore Two CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T134150 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T100000 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 senior 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:148012-21902744@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148012 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260421T085257 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Debbie Thompson Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Debbie Thompson works predominantly in clay and draws inspiration from the natural world\, which she frequently references in her work. Her interest in ceramics began in high school when she took classes at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills\, Michigan. She later pursued her passion at the University of Michigan School of Art and Design\, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She also holds a Master of Arts from Eastern Michigan University and has completed post-graduate studio coursework at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Maryland Institute College of Art\, Rhode Island School of Design\, and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.\n\nThompson taught visual art in the Ann Arbor Public Schools for 34 years and has also taught at the University of Michigan School of Education and Washtenaw Community College. She exhibits her work both locally and nationally and was a member of the Clay Gallery. She continues her practice in her home studio and at the Potters Guild in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. She is a member of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts and the Michigan Ceramic Art Association. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the International Dinnerware Museum.\n\nThompson’s work has been inspired by the natural world since childhood. Although she initially studied biology in college\, she later shifted her focus to visual art. The textures\, colors\, and forms in her pieces are drawn directly from nature.\nSeeds—structures that have enabled plants to move through space and time for over 600 million years—are central to her recent work. They are vital to the continuation of plant life\, and therefore to human survival.\n\nIn this exhibition\, Thompson explores the unseen structures of seeds as revealed through electron microscopy. These images highlight the intricate beauty and ingenuity of nature\, which she interprets through her wall-mounted ceramic sculptures.\n\nAt a time when our planet and its ecosystems face increasing threats\, Thompson’s work serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world. Recognizing the beauty and significance of these often-unseen forms is a crucial first step toward protecting the life systems on which we all depend. UID:147884-21902224@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147884 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Art,ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Biosciences,Culture,Ecology,Environment,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Nature,North Campus,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connection Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072029 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T100000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Learning Experience Design Graduate Certificate Information Session DESCRIPTION:Thank you for your interest in enrolling in EDUC 616 and joining the Learning Experience Design Graduate Certificate program. To be considered for placement in the certificate\, you must attend one of the following orientation sessions. \nOrientation Session #1: Friday\, May 22\, 2026 from 9am-10am EDTOrientation Session #2: Thursday\, June 11\, 2026 from 9am-10am EDTOrientation Session #3: Wednesday\, July 8\, 2026 from 9am - 10am EDT\nDuring the orientation session\, we will discuss the requirements of the Learning Experience Design Graduate Certificate program\, the specifics of the certificate program’s focal course (EDUC 616)\, and the process for applying to the program and enrolling in EDUC 616. \nThe first application deadline for priority admission is Monday\, June 29\, 2026. To make this deadline\, interested students will need to attend one of the first two orientation sessions and submit all required application materials. \nThe final date to submit all application materials is Monday\, August 17\, 2026. UID:147927-21902557@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147927 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T085450 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Melissa Jones Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Melissa Jones works across multiple mediums\, consistently centering the human figure\, texture\, and elements of the natural world—such as weathered surfaces\, bones\, and rust. These recurring interests create a unifying thread throughout her work\, regardless of medium.\nShe creates in both two and three dimensions\, including sculpture\, painting\, and assemblage. Oil painting is her preferred medium\, allowing her to work slowly in layered processes and achieve a wide range of nuanced effects.\n\nJones’ work is primarily figurative\, often narrative and autobiographical—though not strictly self-portraiture. Her figures are intended to evoke emotional responses that are less commonly found in landscape or other painting genres. She draws inspiration from the visual poetry of the human form\, finding beauty in subtle details: the turn of a wrist\, the curve of a spine\, or the shadow along a collarbone. She is captivated by how light illuminates the skin and how shadow defines form\, embracing the challenge of capturing this complexity in paint. Beyond physical representation\, her work also explores psychological dimensions\, aiming to convey mood and emotional depth.\n\nHer technique\, in both painting and sculpture\, is highly detailed\, realistic\, and developed gradually over time through layered processes. At times\, her work enters the realm of magical realism. While deeply personal\, her narratives remain intentionally ambiguous\, inviting viewers to interpret the imagery through their own perspectives and experiences.\n\nBorn and raised in Detroit\, Jones studied at Wayne State University\, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and a Master’s degree in Art Therapy. She previously worked as an art educator in the West Bloomfield School District and has exhibited professionally throughout the Detroit area since 2006\, receiving numerous awards. In addition\, she served as a board member and exhibition committee member for the Detroit Artists Market. UID:147882-21902127@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147882 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Detroit,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260410T155541 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T100000 SUMMARY:Well-being:OPA Virtual Listening/Community Circle for postdocs DESCRIPTION:Facilitated by Joel Devonshire\, Conflict Resolution and Well-Being Specialist at the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA)\, this will be an informal gathering on Zoom for U-M postdocs to listen\, talk\, build community\, and find support from peers in a safe space. The topic is open\, and no registration is required. Come for the full hour or for just a few minutes. UID:147637-21901435@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147637 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Inclusion,Mindfulness,Office Hours,Postdoctoral Research Fellows,Well-being LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T164108 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T200000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:The People’s Bicentennial DESCRIPTION:This selection of original artifacts documents the work of the Peoples Bicentennial Commission (PBC)\, which challenged the official\, corporate-sponsored commemoration of the 1976 bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.\n\nItems on display are from the Joseph A. Labadie Collection\, which documents social protest movements and radical history.\n\nHOURS\nSunday 2-8pm\nMonday-Thursday 9am-8pm\nFriday 9am-4pm\nSaturday 11am-5pm UID:147925-21902425@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147925 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,History,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T153606 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T120000 SUMMARY:Presentation:Hidden Relics: The Past and Present Lives of Satellites Around Milky Way-mass Galaxies DESCRIPTION:Abstract: Galaxies don’t reside in isolation. Their outskirts contain a hidden ecosystem of faint stars and stellar systems that trace the history of their hierarchical growth through mergers --- one of the most important drivers of galaxy evolution. This dissertation aims to uncover this historical record and constrain the processes that govern galaxy formation and evolution across a wide range of mass scales\, from Milky Way (MW)–like systems to their ultra-faint dwarf companions. Although mergers can strongly influence the diversity of structural properties seen in galaxies\, the resulting dynamical response often erases the observational markers needed to infer the characteristics of the merger. However\, simulations show that material accreted into a galaxy is retained by its stellar halo\, preserving a \"fossil record\" that we can trace with resolved-star observations. I present the deepest stellar halo map of the nearby galaxy M94\, revealing that it has one of the smallest and most metal-poor stellar halos among MW-mass galaxies (M*=2.8x10^10 M☉\, [M/H] ~-1.4) and indicating that its dominant merger was with a galaxy less massive than the Small Magellanic Cloud (SMC). M94 also hosts the largest pseudobulge in the Local Universe\, but this work suggests that it was shaped primarily by secular processes rather than by this dominant merger. I also illuminate the structural diversity of faint satellite galaxies around M81\, finding among them the most compact (DWJ0954+6821)\, most concentrated (D1006+69\, n ~ 5)\, and one of the most elliptical (D1009+68\, ϵ ~ 0.57) dwarfs known in the Local Volume. This work improves on ground-based characterizations of these systems and reveals that all four satellites are metal-poor and quenched\, with no evidence for tidal stripping despite their varied ellipticities. Lastly\, I successfully demonstrate the feasibility of wide-field\, multi-object fiber-fed spectroscopy in a low signal-to-noise regime for probing halo kinematics beyond the Local Group\, presenting the first measurement of the line-of-sight (LOS) velocity and velocity dispersion of NGC 253's stellar halo. I find that the stellar halo exhibits prograde angular momentum and detect kinematic substructure coincident with its known southwestern shell\, consistent with a recent accretion event. This work lays the foundation for conducting resolved stellar population science with next-generation observing facilities such as the Rubin Observatory\, Roman Space Telescope\, and the Extremely Large Telescope. UID:148013-21902844@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148013 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomers,astronomy,Defense LOCATION:Detroit Observatory CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250828T001529 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T190000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Fore-Site (Phase 3): The Stamps Gallery Pillar Project DESCRIPTION:From 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:\nPhase 1 (September 12 - December 12) artists: Amelia Burns (Cranbrook MFA '23) and Erin McKenna (MFA '20)Phase 2 (January 12 - April 12) artists: Sally Clegg (MFA '20) and Kim Karlsrud (MFA '20)Phase 3 (May 12 - August 12) artists: Abhishek Narula (MFA '20) and Nathan Byrne (MFA '21)\nPhase 3 \nCurated by Sometimes Space: Abhishek Narula (entry pillar)Curated by CYNK Studios: Nathan Byrne (courtyard pillar) UID:138033-21881333@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138033 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Art LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T140000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:NORTHWOOD 2025-2026 DESCRIPTION: UID:135675-21902642@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/135675 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:U-M Campus Farms at the Matthei Botanical Gardens, 1800 N. Dixboro Road, Ann Arbor MI 48105 CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T063117 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T120000 SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Resume Lab DESCRIPTION:*RSVP required to attend. Click \"Join Event\" here: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1943753Just 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:147709-21901639@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147709 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T110903 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T180000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Elsa Olander - Becoming: My Journey Through Stamps DESCRIPTION:Becoming is the senior thesis project of Stamps School of Art & Design student Elsa Olander. It is a multidisciplinary exhibition that traces her artistic evolution from high school student in Kenya to graduating college senior in the U.S. It explores personal growth through material experimentation\, identity formation\, and cultural hybridity. The work features 2-D\, 3-D\, and 4-D work\; each piece serving as a visual artifact of transformation.\n\nBecoming isn’t about arriving. It’s about highlighting the moments that get us there. The doubt\, discovery\, and growth that shape who we are. It’s a reminder to learn from the past and plan for the future\, but most importantly to live in the present. We become who we are not just through all the choices we make\, but through the people we surround ourselves with\, the information we take-in\, and what we choose to believe or question.\n\n“This exhibition is about my growth and process\, but it’s not singular. Many of my family members\, including my mother\, aren’t able to attend my graduation due to the ongoing visa ban affecting several African countries. This show is my way of honoring their presence in my life\, acknowledging where I’ve come from\, and sharing my journey with those who may not be able to witness it in person. My hope is that viewers see these works not just as a portrait of my evolution\, but as an invitation to reflect\, relate\, and reimagine their own paths of becoming.” \n-Elsa Olander\n\nBecoming: My Journey Through Stamps\nExhibition Dates: April 30 – May 22\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Thursday\, April 30\, 5:30 – 8 p.m. (RSVP Recommended)\nDuderstadt Center Gallery UID:148001-21902710@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148001 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Africa,Art,Art And Design,Exhibition LOCATION:Duderstadt Center - Gallery, Rm. 1019 Duderstadt Center CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260318T093432 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T123000 SUMMARY:Well-being:Heartfulness Meditation DESCRIPTION:Heartfulness Guided Meditation is a weekly\, drop-in program designed to help you Mental well-being. \n\nAll U-M students\, faculty\, and staff are welcome to participate in guided meditation practice with a trainer every Friday at noon over Zoom (details to join are provided below). No prior experience with meditation is required. \n\n*What will you learn?*\n\nThe guided meditation practice involves three simple steps: relaxation\, rejuvenation\, and meditation.\n\nRelaxation brings your body to a calm\, steady posture creating a stillness at the physical level\, and prepares the mind for meditation. We follow this with a rejuvenation method to detox the mind to let go of stress and complex emotions\, and will leave you feeling light and refreshed. Lastly\, learning to meditate by being mindful of your heart will connect you with yourself by listening to your heart’s voice. \n\n*Why Meditate?*\n\nWhile physical fitness keeps our bodies in shape\, meditation is an exercise for the mind and mental wellness. In addition to the measurable benefits mentally and physically\, many people benefit from an unquantifiable inner poise and harmony. \n\n*Please take Learn to Meditate session if you are new to the practice. These sessions are offered Monthly.* https://events.umich.edu/event/128708\n\n*Event Details*\n\nHeartfulness Guided Meditation \nFridays from 12-12:30 p.m. ET (except during university season days / holidays)\nJoin Via Zoom Meeting\nRegister to receive Passcode (see “Related links”\n\n\nThis wellness program is coordinated by ITS Teaching & Learning and provided at no cost by heartfulness.org. UID:143758-21893948@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143758 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Health & Wellness,Well-being LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260107T102207 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T150000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:James V. Neel\, MD\, PhD Lecture in Human Genetics & Award DESCRIPTION:Join us as Eric S. Lander\, PhD\, Professor of Biology & Professor of Systems Biology at Harvard Medical School and Founding Director Emeritus at the Broad Institute of MIT\, presents their research at The Department of Human Genetics 25th Annual James V. Neel Lecture. We will have presentations from our student awardees\, a poster session\, and a light reception. \n\n12:00-2:00 Award Presentations & Keynote Seminar | 1020 Kahn Auditorium\, BSRB\n2:00-3:00 Reception & Poster Session | ABC Seminar Rooms\, BSRB\n\nReady to share your research? Present your poster at the 25th Annual Neel Lectureship. Submit your poster information no later than Friday\, May 8\, 2026 @midnight.\n\n12:00 – Lectureship Begins\n12:15 – Graduate Student Neel Award Presentation (PhD)\n12:30 – Graduate Student Neel Award Presentation (MS/GC)\n1:00 – Keynote Address\n2:00 – Reception Begins/ Poster Session Begins\n3:00 – Conclude UID:143365-21892954@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143365 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Basic Science,basic sciences,biolgical chemistry,biological chemistry,biological science,Biology,Biosciences,Bsbsigns,cancer,Chemistry,Discussion,epilepsy,Faculty,Free,genetics,genome,genomics,human genetics,Human Genetics\, Genetics\, Epidemiology,Information and Technology,lecture,Life Science,lifton,Medicine,Natural Sciences,neel,neurological disease,Postdoctoral Research Fellows,Public Health,Public Policy,Reception,research,Science,seminar,sodium channel,symposium LOCATION:Taubman Biomedical Science Research Building - 1020 Kahn Auditorium, BSRB & ABC Seminar Rooms CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T133818 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T124500 SUMMARY:Presentation:Sea Monsters DESCRIPTION:The film follows a curious and adventurous Dolichorhynchops—familiarly known as a ‘dolly’—as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. Along the way\, she encounters long-necked plesiosaurs\, giant turtles\, enormous fish\, fierce sharks\, and the most dangerous sea monster of all– the mosasaur. UID:147952-21902596@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147952 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Film,Museum,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Science LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260427T090939 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Watcher of the Sky: Making and Remaking the Detroit Observatory DESCRIPTION:The Detroit Observatory was once a hub of astronomical discovery that put the University of Michigan on the map as a world-class research institution. A century later\, it was an abandoned building with an uncertain future. From cornerstone to keystone\, from the first director to the people who saved it from destruction\, explore the life of a historic observatory 170 years in the making.\n\n\"Watcher of the Sky\" is being developed by student docents at the Detroit Observatory. Presented by the Judy and Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory\, part of the Bentley Historical Library.\n\n\"Watcher of the Sky\" is now on display at the Detroit Observatory (1398 Ann Street\, Ann Arbor\, 48109). View the exhibit during the Observatory's open hours:\nThursdays 12-5 pm\nFridays 12-11 pm\nSelected Saturdays 12-5 pm UID:138950-21900804@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138950 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomers,astronomy,bentley historical library,bentley library,Education,educational,Exhibition,free,history,Museum,museums,Science,U-m History,university history,university of michigan history LOCATION:Detroit Observatory CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104859 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T134500 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Sky Tonight DESCRIPTION:A live presentation on what to find in the sky tonight and for the coming few weeks. This presentation includes how to find the cardinal directions with the North Star\, current and upcoming constellations\, visible planets\, a few deep sky objects depending on the season\, and other interesting astronomical visualizations. If you want to be able to look up from your own backyard and know what to look for\, this is the show for you. UID:141325-21901502@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141325 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Children,Family,Museum,museums,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Prospective Undergraduate Students,Science,Space,Undergraduate LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260112T132416 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T150000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Digital Accessibility Office Hours DESCRIPTION:Got questions about digital accessibility\, Title II compliance\, or how to make digital content accessible? \n\n-Come to virtual drop-in office hours!\n-Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month\n-1:30 - 3:00pm \n-Zoom Meeting ID 935 9909 5960\n-Digital accessibility experts available to help you\n\nOpen to everyone from all U-M campuses (Ann Arbor\, Dearborn\, Flint\, Michigan Medicine).\n\nCan’t make it to Office Hours but have a question? Contact us (https://accessibility.umich.edu/contact-services)!\n\nIf you need accommodations to participate in office hours\, let us know by emailing ADAcoordinator@umich.edu. UID:132601-21891022@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/132601 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Communication,Digital Accessibility,Disability,Faculty,Graduate Students,Office Hours,Staff,Undergraduate Students,Virtual LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104336 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T144500 SUMMARY:Film Screening:T.REX DESCRIPTION:With stunning CGI visuals and the latest research from leading paleontologists\, the film offers audiences a fresh perspective on the GOAT (Greatest Of All Tyrants): Tyrannosaurus rex. Anchored by the true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota\, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig\, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex to life—from hatchling to hulking adult. Narrated by Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill\, T. REX explores the newest science that has helped reinvent our understanding of the iconic predator. UID:136347-21901519@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/136347 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Museum,natural history museum,Planetarium LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T170000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Maize & Blue Cupboard Volunteering DESCRIPTION:Come help us during normal operating hours\; as well as\, unload our weekly Food Gatherers deliveries and stock our shelves! If you are outside the U-M community\, please reach out to maize.blue.cupboard@umich.edu to sign up. UID:102102-21902373@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/102102 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Maize and Blue Cupboard inside Betsy Barbour CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104859 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T154500 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Sky Tonight DESCRIPTION:A live presentation on what to find in the sky tonight and for the coming few weeks. This presentation includes how to find the cardinal directions with the North Star\, current and upcoming constellations\, visible planets\, a few deep sky objects depending on the season\, and other interesting astronomical visualizations. If you want to be able to look up from your own backyard and know what to look for\, this is the show for you. UID:141325-21901507@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141325 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Children,Family,Museum,museums,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Prospective Undergraduate Students,Science,Space,Undergraduate LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260424T122817 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T210000 SUMMARY:Film Screening:Nam June Paik: The Moon is the Oldest TV followed by a Q&A with Chien-An Yuan DESCRIPTION:The Nam Center for Korean Studies is delighted to sponsor this screening! Known as the \"Father of Video Art\,\" Nam June Paik was a visionary who predicted our hyper-connected world decades before the internet existed. His work blended deep philosophy with playful mischief\, famously using everything from magnets to ancient statues to redefine how we interact with screens. \n\nPaik’s journey is a powerful story of resilience. Despite facing years of financial and visa struggles in New York\, he stayed true to his avant-garde roots and was eventually welcomed back to Korea as a national hero. This film\, Nam June Paik: The Moon is the Oldest TV\, captures his electric life through rare archival footage and personal diaries\, featuring peers like John Cage and Joseph Beuys. \n\nJoin us for this inspiring look at a Korean-American icon\, followed by a Q&A with Chien-An Yuan\, an Ann Arbor-based interdisciplinary artist\, designer\, and educator\, Yuan is a founding member of the AAPI performance collaborative IS/LAND and runs the record label 1473. His diverse work in sound and visuals has been featured in The New Yorker and the Detroit Institute of Arts.\n\n*Accommodation: If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you\, please contact us at outreachkorea@umich.edu. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.* UID:147969-21902637@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147969 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:arts,Asian Languages And Cultures,Film,Korea,korean cinema,Korean Studies,Philosophy LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898503@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901677@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20251217T131310 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T200000 SUMMARY:Performance:The Seldom Scene DESCRIPTION:Legendary bluegrass\n\nFifty-three years into a legendary career\, much has changed about The Seldom Scene\, starting with the venerable progressive bluegrass quintet’s various lineup iterations over time. But even as band members have stepped in and out of various roles\, what’s most important is what hasn’t changed: an undeniable knack for blending both old and new music and traditions without sacrificing what makes either potent and durable. Their current iteration is a true blue lineup: guitarist mandolin player Lou Reid\, bassist Ronnie Simpkins\, banjoist and fiddler Ron Stewart\, dobro player Fred Travers\, and guitarist Clay Hess.\n\nSince they started up together in 1971\, The Seldom Scene has dexterously performed original and traditional songs while presenting fiery and soulful reinterpretations of material by Merle Haggard\, James Taylor\, and more. The concept of bluegrass unshackling itself from a conservative\, straight-ahead mindset seems like a given now\, when some of its biggest stars fill stadiums and cross over with mainstream audiences\, but the continued presence of the Scene acts as a reminder that it wasn’t always so. Even if their playing style feels more at home in intimate clubs\, where the audience can feel their exuberance radiating from the stage\, the Scene’s elastic relationship to genre established an important precedent that encouraged their contemporaries and allowed bluegrass bands to expand their repertoire in ways that laid the groundwork for today’s bluegrass boom. UID:142826-21891718@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142826 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ark,Mutotix LOCATION:ARK Reserved CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260401T155400 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260522T230000 SUMMARY:Tours:Telescope Observing DESCRIPTION:Join us to observe the night sky with the 1857 Fitz telescope and our collection of modern instruments.\n\nLocated on Central Campus next to Alice Lloyd Hall and Couzens Hall. Free admission\; no registration required.\n\nThe Observatory will be open for exploration even if the weather does not permit telescope observing. We strive to always have interesting things for you to do!\n\nLast visitors admitted 30 minutes prior to closing. UID:143097-21900795@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143097 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomers,astronomy,Education,educational,Family,free,Museum,museums,observing,Science,Telescope Observation,telescope viewing,Telescopes LOCATION:Detroit Observatory CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060011 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T235959 SUMMARY:Other:2026 College Championships DESCRIPTION:Nationals AYYYY UID:147936-21902569@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147936 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:MercyHealth Sportscore Two CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060009 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T235959 SUMMARY:Other:Nationals DESCRIPTION:Michigan Men's Ultimate will be competing in the D1 College Championships in Rockford\, IL on May\, 22-25. UID:147919-21902399@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147919 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Rockford CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072024 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260408T160000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:MUNGER GRADUATE RESIDENCES 2025-2026 DESCRIPTION:Join the Munger Community by attending events hosted by our Resident Advisors (RAs)! Feel free to select and attend as many events as you would like! UID:135673-21901220@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/135673 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Start at Munger Lobby → loop through Nichols Arboretum trails → finish back in 8th‐floor Fellows Lounge CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250828T001529 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T190000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Fore-Site (Phase 3): The Stamps Gallery Pillar Project DESCRIPTION:From 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:\nPhase 1 (September 12 - December 12) artists: Amelia Burns (Cranbrook MFA '23) and Erin McKenna (MFA '20)Phase 2 (January 12 - April 12) artists: Sally Clegg (MFA '20) and Kim Karlsrud (MFA '20)Phase 3 (May 12 - August 12) artists: Abhishek Narula (MFA '20) and Nathan Byrne (MFA '21)\nPhase 3 \nCurated by Sometimes Space: Abhishek Narula (entry pillar)Curated by CYNK Studios: Nathan Byrne (courtyard pillar) UID:138033-21881334@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138033 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Art LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260324T094536 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T160000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Creating the Future of Medicine for 175 Years DESCRIPTION:As the Medical School celebrates the anniversary of its opening in the fall of 1850\, and Michigan Medicine marks the 100th anniversary of the opening of the \"Old Main\" University Hospital that served as its flagship from 1925 to 1986\, a free museum exhibit explores 175 years of medical education\, research and clinical care. \n\nOpen to the public at the Museum on Main Street operated by the Washtenaw County Historical Society\, the exhibit includes artifacts\, photos and facts about how U-M's medical community grew from humble beginnings on the Diag to become one of the nation's largest and most respected academic medical centers. It also asks visitors to ponder their own attitudes and experiences\, and to submit memories and photos of their time working\, studying\, volunteering or receiving care at U-M's medical campus and beyond. There are also activities for young visitors.\n\nThe museum is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.\n\nFull details about the exhibit\, including parking instructions and how to book a free private group tour on a weekday\, are available at http://michmed.org/museum\n\nThe museum has an accessible entrance at the rear of the building. UID:139428-21899854@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139428 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:History,Life Science,Medicine,Museum,Nursing LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T133818 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T124500 SUMMARY:Presentation:Sea Monsters DESCRIPTION:The film follows a curious and adventurous Dolichorhynchops—familiarly known as a ‘dolly’—as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. Along the way\, she encounters long-necked plesiosaurs\, giant turtles\, enormous fish\, fierce sharks\, and the most dangerous sea monster of all– the mosasaur. UID:147952-21902603@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147952 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Film,Museum,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Science LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T140000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:NORTHWOOD 2025-2026 DESCRIPTION: UID:135675-21902643@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/135675 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Northwood Community Center MPR (1000 McIntyre) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104859 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T134500 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Sky Tonight DESCRIPTION:A live presentation on what to find in the sky tonight and for the coming few weeks. This presentation includes how to find the cardinal directions with the North Star\, current and upcoming constellations\, visible planets\, a few deep sky objects depending on the season\, and other interesting astronomical visualizations. If you want to be able to look up from your own backyard and know what to look for\, this is the show for you. UID:141325-21901512@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141325 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Children,Family,Museum,museums,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Prospective Undergraduate Students,Science,Space,Undergraduate LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260420T122633 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T150000 SUMMARY:Tours:Saturday Sampler Tour | Highlights of the Kelsey DESCRIPTION:Have you always wanted to learn more about Roman frescoes? Or maybe our cat mummy fascinates you. On this docent-led tour\, you will be introduced to some highlights of the Kelsey's Mesopotamian\, Egyptian\, and Roman collections.\n\nThis event is free and open to all visitors. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessing this event\, please visit our accessibility page at https://myumi.ch/zwPkd or contact the education office by calling (734) 647-4167. We ask for advance notice as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange. UID:147871-21902098@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147871 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ancient Egypt,Ancient Mesopotamia,Ancient Rome,Archaeology,Free,History,Museum,Tour LOCATION:Kelsey Museum of Archaeology CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104336 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T144500 SUMMARY:Film Screening:T.REX DESCRIPTION:With stunning CGI visuals and the latest research from leading paleontologists\, the film offers audiences a fresh perspective on the GOAT (Greatest Of All Tyrants): Tyrannosaurus rex. Anchored by the true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota\, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig\, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex to life—from hatchling to hulking adult. Narrated by Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill\, T. REX explores the newest science that has helped reinvent our understanding of the iconic predator. UID:136347-21901524@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/136347 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Museum,natural history museum,Planetarium LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898504@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260523T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901678@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060011 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T235959 SUMMARY:Other:2026 College Championships DESCRIPTION:Nationals AYYYY UID:147936-21902570@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147936 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:MercyHealth Sportscore Two CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060009 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T235959 SUMMARY:Other:Nationals DESCRIPTION:Michigan Men's Ultimate will be competing in the D1 College Championships in Rockford\, IL on May\, 22-25. UID:147919-21902400@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147919 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Rockford CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260324T094536 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T160000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Creating the Future of Medicine for 175 Years DESCRIPTION:As the Medical School celebrates the anniversary of its opening in the fall of 1850\, and Michigan Medicine marks the 100th anniversary of the opening of the \"Old Main\" University Hospital that served as its flagship from 1925 to 1986\, a free museum exhibit explores 175 years of medical education\, research and clinical care. \n\nOpen to the public at the Museum on Main Street operated by the Washtenaw County Historical Society\, the exhibit includes artifacts\, photos and facts about how U-M's medical community grew from humble beginnings on the Diag to become one of the nation's largest and most respected academic medical centers. It also asks visitors to ponder their own attitudes and experiences\, and to submit memories and photos of their time working\, studying\, volunteering or receiving care at U-M's medical campus and beyond. There are also activities for young visitors.\n\nThe museum is open to the public every Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.\n\nFull details about the exhibit\, including parking instructions and how to book a free private group tour on a weekday\, are available at http://michmed.org/museum\n\nThe museum has an accessible entrance at the rear of the building. UID:139428-21899872@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139428 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:History,Life Science,Medicine,Museum,Nursing LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T133818 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T124500 SUMMARY:Presentation:Sea Monsters DESCRIPTION:The film follows a curious and adventurous Dolichorhynchops—familiarly known as a ‘dolly’—as she travels through the most dangerous oceans in history. Along the way\, she encounters long-necked plesiosaurs\, giant turtles\, enormous fish\, fierce sharks\, and the most dangerous sea monster of all– the mosasaur. UID:147952-21902609@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147952 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Film,Museum,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Science LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104859 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T134500 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Sky Tonight DESCRIPTION:A live presentation on what to find in the sky tonight and for the coming few weeks. This presentation includes how to find the cardinal directions with the North Star\, current and upcoming constellations\, visible planets\, a few deep sky objects depending on the season\, and other interesting astronomical visualizations. If you want to be able to look up from your own backyard and know what to look for\, this is the show for you. UID:141325-21901535@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141325 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Children,Family,Museum,museums,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Prospective Undergraduate Students,Science,Space,Undergraduate LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260420T122923 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T150000 SUMMARY:Tours:Sunday Drop-In Tour | “I Wonder How They Did That?” DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered how ancient artifacts were made? A question often asked in the galleries is how the artifacts were created—their shapes\, their colors\, their designs. In this tour\, we will learn about a number of Kelsey artifacts through the processes used to create them. As we travel through the museum\, we will see fine Greek pottery\, learn how (and why) a number of the Egyptian artifacts in the galleries are blue\, and consider why maybe the Michigan Department of Transportation should evaluate Roman construction materials for our roads! Join us to uncover the innovative processes of the past.\n\nThis event is free and open to all visitors. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessing this event\, please visit our accessibility page at https://myumi.ch/zwPkd or contact the education office by calling (734) 647-4167. We ask for advance notice as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange. UID:147872-21902099@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147872 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Ancient Egypt,Ancient Greece,Ancient Middle East,Ancient Rome,Archaeology,Free,History,Museum,technology,Tour LOCATION:Kelsey Museum of Archaeology CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104336 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T144500 SUMMARY:Film Screening:T.REX DESCRIPTION:With stunning CGI visuals and the latest research from leading paleontologists\, the film offers audiences a fresh perspective on the GOAT (Greatest Of All Tyrants): Tyrannosaurus rex. Anchored by the true story of the young fossil hunters who made the discovery of a lifetime when they spotted a large fossilized leg bone on a walk on public lands in North Dakota\, T. REX intercuts the remarkable fossil dig\, with cutting edge computer graphics that bring the iconic T. rex to life—from hatchling to hulking adult. Narrated by Jurassic Park actor Sam Neill\, T. REX explores the newest science that has helped reinvent our understanding of the iconic predator. UID:136347-21901529@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/136347 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Museum,natural history museum,Planetarium LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260413T104859 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T154500 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Sky Tonight DESCRIPTION:A live presentation on what to find in the sky tonight and for the coming few weeks. This presentation includes how to find the cardinal directions with the North Star\, current and upcoming constellations\, visible planets\, a few deep sky objects depending on the season\, and other interesting astronomical visualizations. If you want to be able to look up from your own backyard and know what to look for\, this is the show for you. UID:141325-21901540@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141325 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Astronomy,Children,Family,Museum,museums,natural history museum,Natural Sciences,Planetarium,Prospective Undergraduate Students,Science,Space,Undergraduate LOCATION:Museum of Natural History CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T163000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:NORTHWOOD 2025-2026 DESCRIPTION: UID:135675-21902644@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/135675 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Northwood Community Center MPR (1000 McIntyre) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898505@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260524T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901679@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060011 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T234500 SUMMARY:Other:2026 College Championships DESCRIPTION:Nationals AYYYY UID:147936-21902571@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147936 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:MercyHealth Sportscore Two CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060009 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T235959 SUMMARY:Other:Nationals DESCRIPTION:Michigan Men's Ultimate will be competing in the D1 College Championships in Rockford\, IL on May\, 22-25. UID:147919-21902401@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147919 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Rockford CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260421T085257 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Debbie Thompson Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Debbie Thompson works predominantly in clay and draws inspiration from the natural world\, which she frequently references in her work. Her interest in ceramics began in high school when she took classes at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills\, Michigan. She later pursued her passion at the University of Michigan School of Art and Design\, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She also holds a Master of Arts from Eastern Michigan University and has completed post-graduate studio coursework at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Maryland Institute College of Art\, Rhode Island School of Design\, and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.\n\nThompson taught visual art in the Ann Arbor Public Schools for 34 years and has also taught at the University of Michigan School of Education and Washtenaw Community College. She exhibits her work both locally and nationally and was a member of the Clay Gallery. She continues her practice in her home studio and at the Potters Guild in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. She is a member of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts and the Michigan Ceramic Art Association. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the International Dinnerware Museum.\n\nThompson’s work has been inspired by the natural world since childhood. Although she initially studied biology in college\, she later shifted her focus to visual art. The textures\, colors\, and forms in her pieces are drawn directly from nature.\nSeeds—structures that have enabled plants to move through space and time for over 600 million years—are central to her recent work. They are vital to the continuation of plant life\, and therefore to human survival.\n\nIn this exhibition\, Thompson explores the unseen structures of seeds as revealed through electron microscopy. These images highlight the intricate beauty and ingenuity of nature\, which she interprets through her wall-mounted ceramic sculptures.\n\nAt a time when our planet and its ecosystems face increasing threats\, Thompson’s work serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world. Recognizing the beauty and significance of these often-unseen forms is a crucial first step toward protecting the life systems on which we all depend. UID:147884-21902227@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147884 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Art,ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Biosciences,Culture,Ecology,Environment,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Nature,North Campus,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connection Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T085450 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Melissa Jones Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Melissa Jones works across multiple mediums\, consistently centering the human figure\, texture\, and elements of the natural world—such as weathered surfaces\, bones\, and rust. These recurring interests create a unifying thread throughout her work\, regardless of medium.\nShe creates in both two and three dimensions\, including sculpture\, painting\, and assemblage. Oil painting is her preferred medium\, allowing her to work slowly in layered processes and achieve a wide range of nuanced effects.\n\nJones’ work is primarily figurative\, often narrative and autobiographical—though not strictly self-portraiture. Her figures are intended to evoke emotional responses that are less commonly found in landscape or other painting genres. She draws inspiration from the visual poetry of the human form\, finding beauty in subtle details: the turn of a wrist\, the curve of a spine\, or the shadow along a collarbone. She is captivated by how light illuminates the skin and how shadow defines form\, embracing the challenge of capturing this complexity in paint. Beyond physical representation\, her work also explores psychological dimensions\, aiming to convey mood and emotional depth.\n\nHer technique\, in both painting and sculpture\, is highly detailed\, realistic\, and developed gradually over time through layered processes. At times\, her work enters the realm of magical realism. While deeply personal\, her narratives remain intentionally ambiguous\, inviting viewers to interpret the imagery through their own perspectives and experiences.\n\nBorn and raised in Detroit\, Jones studied at Wayne State University\, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and a Master’s degree in Art Therapy. She previously worked as an art educator in the West Bloomfield School District and has exhibited professionally throughout the Detroit area since 2006\, receiving numerous awards. In addition\, she served as a board member and exhibition committee member for the Detroit Artists Market. UID:147882-21902130@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147882 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Detroit,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T124500 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T143000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Maize & Blue Cupboard Volunteering DESCRIPTION:Come help us during normal operating hours\; as well as\, unload our weekly Food Gatherers deliveries and stock our shelves! If you are outside the U-M community\, please reach out to maize.blue.cupboard@umich.edu to sign up. UID:102102-21902374@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/102102 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Maize and Blue Cupboard inside Betsy Barbour CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T190000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:Maize & Blue Cupboard Volunteering DESCRIPTION:Come help us during normal operating hours\; as well as\, unload our weekly Food Gatherers deliveries and stock our shelves! If you are outside the U-M community\, please reach out to maize.blue.cupboard@umich.edu to sign up. UID:102102-21902375@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/102102 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Maize and Blue Cupboard inside Betsy Barbour CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898506@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260525T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901680@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T060009 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T160000 SUMMARY:Other:Nationals DESCRIPTION:Michigan Men's Ultimate will be competing in the D1 College Championships in Rockford\, IL on May\, 22-25. UID:147919-21902402@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147919 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION:Rockford CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T134150 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T100000 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 senior 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:148012-21902748@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148012 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260421T085257 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Debbie Thompson Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Debbie Thompson works predominantly in clay and draws inspiration from the natural world\, which she frequently references in her work. Her interest in ceramics began in high school when she took classes at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills\, Michigan. She later pursued her passion at the University of Michigan School of Art and Design\, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She also holds a Master of Arts from Eastern Michigan University and has completed post-graduate studio coursework at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Maryland Institute College of Art\, Rhode Island School of Design\, and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.\n\nThompson taught visual art in the Ann Arbor Public Schools for 34 years and has also taught at the University of Michigan School of Education and Washtenaw Community College. She exhibits her work both locally and nationally and was a member of the Clay Gallery. She continues her practice in her home studio and at the Potters Guild in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. She is a member of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts and the Michigan Ceramic Art Association. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the International Dinnerware Museum.\n\nThompson’s work has been inspired by the natural world since childhood. Although she initially studied biology in college\, she later shifted her focus to visual art. The textures\, colors\, and forms in her pieces are drawn directly from nature.\nSeeds—structures that have enabled plants to move through space and time for over 600 million years—are central to her recent work. They are vital to the continuation of plant life\, and therefore to human survival.\n\nIn this exhibition\, Thompson explores the unseen structures of seeds as revealed through electron microscopy. These images highlight the intricate beauty and ingenuity of nature\, which she interprets through her wall-mounted ceramic sculptures.\n\nAt a time when our planet and its ecosystems face increasing threats\, Thompson’s work serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world. Recognizing the beauty and significance of these often-unseen forms is a crucial first step toward protecting the life systems on which we all depend. UID:147884-21902228@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147884 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Art,ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Biosciences,Culture,Ecology,Environment,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Nature,North Campus,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connection Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T085450 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Melissa Jones Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Melissa Jones works across multiple mediums\, consistently centering the human figure\, texture\, and elements of the natural world—such as weathered surfaces\, bones\, and rust. These recurring interests create a unifying thread throughout her work\, regardless of medium.\nShe creates in both two and three dimensions\, including sculpture\, painting\, and assemblage. Oil painting is her preferred medium\, allowing her to work slowly in layered processes and achieve a wide range of nuanced effects.\n\nJones’ work is primarily figurative\, often narrative and autobiographical—though not strictly self-portraiture. Her figures are intended to evoke emotional responses that are less commonly found in landscape or other painting genres. She draws inspiration from the visual poetry of the human form\, finding beauty in subtle details: the turn of a wrist\, the curve of a spine\, or the shadow along a collarbone. She is captivated by how light illuminates the skin and how shadow defines form\, embracing the challenge of capturing this complexity in paint. Beyond physical representation\, her work also explores psychological dimensions\, aiming to convey mood and emotional depth.\n\nHer technique\, in both painting and sculpture\, is highly detailed\, realistic\, and developed gradually over time through layered processes. At times\, her work enters the realm of magical realism. While deeply personal\, her narratives remain intentionally ambiguous\, inviting viewers to interpret the imagery through their own perspectives and experiences.\n\nBorn and raised in Detroit\, Jones studied at Wayne State University\, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and a Master’s degree in Art Therapy. She previously worked as an art educator in the West Bloomfield School District and has exhibited professionally throughout the Detroit area since 2006\, receiving numerous awards. In addition\, she served as a board member and exhibition committee member for the Detroit Artists Market. UID:147882-21902131@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147882 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Detroit,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T063117 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T100000 SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Resume Lab DESCRIPTION:*RSVP required to attend. Click \"Join Event\" here: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1943760Just 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:147710-21901640@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147710 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES: LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T164108 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T200000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:The People’s Bicentennial DESCRIPTION:This selection of original artifacts documents the work of the Peoples Bicentennial Commission (PBC)\, which challenged the official\, corporate-sponsored commemoration of the 1976 bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.\n\nItems on display are from the Joseph A. Labadie Collection\, which documents social protest movements and radical history.\n\nHOURS\nSunday 2-8pm\nMonday-Thursday 9am-8pm\nFriday 9am-4pm\nSaturday 11am-5pm UID:147925-21902429@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147925 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,History,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072027 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T110000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Summer 2026 Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:Join CAEN for a series of workshops designed to transform how you research\, teach\, and work using the University of Michigan’s secure GenAI services. Whether you are a beginner or looking to master \"Context Engineering\,\" these sessions provide the frameworks and hands-on experience needed to lead in the age of AI. These workshops are open to the campus community.  Secure & Private: All workshops utilize U-M’s GenAI services\, ensuring your prompts and data are never used to train external models. UID:147694-21901610@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147694 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260330T091858 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T150000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Accessibility in Action: Building an Inclusive Community at U-M DESCRIPTION:This workshop will guide us through the ways accessibility shapes equity on campus and beyond. We’ll explore why disability matters\, define key concepts like ableism\, discuss universal design\, language and etiquette\, workplace accommodations\, and the role of the Disability Equity Office. Together\, we’ll learn how accessibility benefits everyone — not just those with disabilities.\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:146705-21899510@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146705 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Communication,Digital Accessibility,Disability,Discussion,Diversity,Inclusion,Neurodiversity,Virtual,Workshop LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072027 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T150000 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Summer 2026 Workshop Series DESCRIPTION:Join CAEN for a series of workshops designed to transform how you research\, teach\, and work using the University of Michigan’s secure GenAI services. Whether you are a beginner or looking to master \"Context Engineering\,\" these sessions provide the frameworks and hands-on experience needed to lead in the age of AI. These workshops are open to the campus community.  Secure & Private: All workshops utilize U-M’s GenAI services\, ensuring your prompts and data are never used to train external models. UID:147694-21901611@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147694 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION: CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260428T114249 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T171500 SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:LSA Transfer Information Session DESCRIPTION:Join the LSA Transfer Recruitment Team for our virtual sessions where we will discuss LSA requirements\, transfer credit\, pre-transfer academic advising\, LSA opportunities and other transfer tidbits.\n\nRegistration is required. Register using link to the right UID:141040-21902621@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/141040 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Transfer Students LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20250925T095602 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T183000 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:139870-21886256@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: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260501T072021 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T183000 SUMMARY:Conference / Symposium:NORTHWOOD 2025-2026 DESCRIPTION: UID:135675-21902645@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/135675 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Sessions LOCATION:Northwood Community Center (1000 McIntyre) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260302T163026 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T193000 SUMMARY:Well-being:Social Anxiety & Skills Group for Adults DESCRIPTION:Do you find yourself worrying about what others think\, avoiding social situations\, or wishing you could feel more confident and comfortable in groups? You’re not alone. Our 8-week social anxiety group therapy offers a supportive space to build social skills\, overcome anxiety\, and connect with others facing similar challenges.\n\nWhat to Expect in Our Group Therapy:\n+ Learn to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns\n+ Build practical coping skills for social situations\n+ Practice new strategies in a safe\, supportive\, and confidential environment\n\nDetails:\n- Who: Adults age 18+ experiencing social anxiety\, performance anxiety\, or seeking to gain confidence in social settings\n- When: Tuesdays\, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.\, (8 weeks)\n- Dates: April 21 – June 16\, 2026\n- Where: In-person at our conveniently located mental health clinic\, 210 S. 5th Ave.\, downtown Ann Arbor\n\nWhy Choose Group Therapy?\nGroup therapy for social anxiety provides unique benefits over individual counseling. In a group setting\, you’ll not only learn new skills but also practice them in real-time with support from peers. Many participants report faster growth and greater confidence from sharing experiences and encouragement in a group.\n\nRegistration & More Information:\n\nSpaces are limited to ensure a personalized and engaging group environment. UID:146099-21898385@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146099 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:anxiety,Faculty,Graduate,Graduate and Professional Students,Graduate Students,Health & Wellness,managing anxiety,mental health,psychology,Social Anxiety,Undergraduate,Undergraduate Students,Well-being LOCATION:Off Campus Location CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260303T152543 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T230000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Echoes of the Past: Greektown as Seen by Sam Karres DESCRIPTION:Explore the personal sketchbooks of Sam Karres\, Greek-American painter and artist\, as he illustrates the daily life of residents in Greektown\, Detroit. This exhibit highlights Detroit’s Greek-American community and urban scenery during the late 20th century. Experience art and life through Sam’s eyes with scenes of music\, dance\, restaurants\, and the faces of the community. Let the vivid watercolor paintings and expressive sketches transport you to a Greektown of the past\, and learn more about Sam Karres’ life as an artist.\n\nFeaturing works from the Sam Karres Archive\, 1955-2012\, held by the University of Michigan Library's Special Collection Research Center. Curated by Annelie Zissis and Arthur Pfeifer-Rubey\, Library Engagement Fellows. UID:146151-21898507@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146151 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260414T144814 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260526T233000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Muted Volumes: Book-Objects\, Patterned Papers\, and the Closed Stacks of Buhr DESCRIPTION:This exhibit in the Clark Library rotunda focuses on handmade decorative patterned papers when exploring books stored at the library's Buhr Offsite Shelving Facility. Decorative paper\, noticed when walking through the stack's aisles or surprising you when you casually flip through a book\, can really catch your eye. But because the Buhr stacks are closed from browsing\, the density and dimensionality of its nearly 3 million books are reduced to title searches on a screen.\n\nAs a response to these reflections\, artist and library staff member Stephanie Osorio shares her handbound unopenable book-objects as symbolic stand-ins for forgotten books at Buhr — the books that don’t get a chance to be noticed. Along with the book-objects are the carved woodblocks that made prints to decorate them. Some books from Buhr that inspired this project with their original decorated patterned papers will also be on display.\n\nView the exhibit anytime the Hatcher Library is open\, and join us for an opening reception on Thursday\, May 14th\, 5pm - 6:30pm\, for an opportunity to hear from the artist and engage with the book-objects. UID:147739-21901681@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147739 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Clark Library (2nd floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260429T134150 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T100000 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 senior 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:148012-21902749@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148012 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:fitness,Health & Wellness LOCATION:Off Campus Location - JCPenney Wing CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260421T085257 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Debbie Thompson Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Debbie Thompson works predominantly in clay and draws inspiration from the natural world\, which she frequently references in her work. Her interest in ceramics began in high school when she took classes at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills\, Michigan. She later pursued her passion at the University of Michigan School of Art and Design\, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts. She also holds a Master of Arts from Eastern Michigan University and has completed post-graduate studio coursework at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago\, Maryland Institute College of Art\, Rhode Island School of Design\, and Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.\n\nThompson taught visual art in the Ann Arbor Public Schools for 34 years and has also taught at the University of Michigan School of Education and Washtenaw Community College. She exhibits her work both locally and nationally and was a member of the Clay Gallery. She continues her practice in her home studio and at the Potters Guild in Ann Arbor\, Michigan. She is a member of the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts and the Michigan Ceramic Art Association. Her work is included in the permanent collection of the International Dinnerware Museum.\n\nThompson’s work has been inspired by the natural world since childhood. Although she initially studied biology in college\, she later shifted her focus to visual art. The textures\, colors\, and forms in her pieces are drawn directly from nature.\nSeeds—structures that have enabled plants to move through space and time for over 600 million years—are central to her recent work. They are vital to the continuation of plant life\, and therefore to human survival.\n\nIn this exhibition\, Thompson explores the unseen structures of seeds as revealed through electron microscopy. These images highlight the intricate beauty and ingenuity of nature\, which she interprets through her wall-mounted ceramic sculptures.\n\nAt a time when our planet and its ecosystems face increasing threats\, Thompson’s work serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving the natural world. Recognizing the beauty and significance of these often-unseen forms is a crucial first step toward protecting the life systems on which we all depend. UID:147884-21902229@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147884 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Alumni,Art,ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Biosciences,Culture,Ecology,Environment,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Nature,North Campus,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Connection Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260428T140400 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T120000 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: https://ttc.iss.lsa.umich.edu/ttc/sessions/introduction-to-the-linux-command-line-60-2-2-2/ 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: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260423T085450 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T170000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:Melissa Jones Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Melissa Jones works across multiple mediums\, consistently centering the human figure\, texture\, and elements of the natural world—such as weathered surfaces\, bones\, and rust. These recurring interests create a unifying thread throughout her work\, regardless of medium.\nShe creates in both two and three dimensions\, including sculpture\, painting\, and assemblage. Oil painting is her preferred medium\, allowing her to work slowly in layered processes and achieve a wide range of nuanced effects.\n\nJones’ work is primarily figurative\, often narrative and autobiographical—though not strictly self-portraiture. Her figures are intended to evoke emotional responses that are less commonly found in landscape or other painting genres. She draws inspiration from the visual poetry of the human form\, finding beauty in subtle details: the turn of a wrist\, the curve of a spine\, or the shadow along a collarbone. She is captivated by how light illuminates the skin and how shadow defines form\, embracing the challenge of capturing this complexity in paint. Beyond physical representation\, her work also explores psychological dimensions\, aiming to convey mood and emotional depth.\n\nHer technique\, in both painting and sculpture\, is highly detailed\, realistic\, and developed gradually over time through layered processes. At times\, her work enters the realm of magical realism. While deeply personal\, her narratives remain intentionally ambiguous\, inviting viewers to interpret the imagery through their own perspectives and experiences.\n\nBorn and raised in Detroit\, Jones studied at Wayne State University\, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Art Education and a Master’s degree in Art Therapy. She previously worked as an art educator in the West Bloomfield School District and has exhibited professionally throughout the Detroit area since 2006\, receiving numerous awards. In addition\, she served as a board member and exhibition committee member for the Detroit Artists Market. UID:147882-21902132@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147882 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:ArtsEngine,ArtsRx,Detroit,Exhibition,Family,Free,Humanities,Visual Arts LOCATION:North Campus Research Complex Building 18 - Rotunda Gallery CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T164108 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T200000 SUMMARY:Exhibition:The People’s Bicentennial DESCRIPTION:This selection of original artifacts documents the work of the Peoples Bicentennial Commission (PBC)\, which challenged the official\, corporate-sponsored commemoration of the 1976 bicentennial. This year we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.\n\nItems on display are from the Joseph A. Labadie Collection\, which documents social protest movements and radical history.\n\nHOURS\nSunday 2-8pm\nMonday-Thursday 9am-8pm\nFriday 9am-4pm\nSaturday 11am-5pm UID:147925-21902430@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/147925 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Free,History,Library LOCATION:Hatcher Graduate Library - Hatcher Gallery Exhibit Room (1st floor) CONTACT: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTAMP:20260430T094956 DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260527T223000 SUMMARY:Lecture / Discussion:CDB Seminar Series: Junior West DESCRIPTION:2026 Cell & Developmental Biology Seminar Series\n\nSpeaker: Junior West. Molecular\, Cellular\, and Developmental Biology. University of Michigan.\n\nTitle: Barrier Breakdown: Claudins and the pathway to metastasis\n\nHost: Chelsey C Spriggs\, PhD\n\nThe venue is accessible via elevator and ramp. If you require any accommodations in order to fully participate in this activity\, please inform Brooke Lorigan-Bishar.\nT: 734-647-4835\nE: brloriga@med.umich.edu UID:146707-21899512@events.umich.edu URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/146707 CLASS:PUBLIC STATUS:CONFIRMED CATEGORIES:Basic Science,Biology,Biosciences,Science LOCATION:Taubman Biomedical Science Research Building - ABC Seminar Rooms CONTACT: END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR