Happening @ Michigan https://events.umich.edu/list/rss RSS Feed for Happening @ Michigan Events at the University of Michigan. Detroit Clark Park Community & Service Experience (March 18, 2023 9:30am) https://events.umich.edu/event/105744 105744-21812875@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Saturday, March 18, 2023 9:30am
Location: School of Social Work Building
Organized By: School of Social Work, Community Action Social Change Undergraduate Minor

Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with the community and experience all the neighborhood has to offer.

In the morning, you'll have the chance to meet and greet with the Clark Park youth and bond over a fun ice skating session. Plus, you'll help to organize and check-in youth for the ice skating and hockey program.

Afterwards, get ready for an eye-opening tour of Southwest Detroit focused on environmental justice and community benefits agreements, led by local grassroots organizers. You'll learn about the cultural significance of the community center and gain a deeper understanding of the neighborhood's history and struggles.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to explore Southwest Detroit, make new friends, and engage with important social and environmental issues. Join us for an unforgettable day!

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Community Service Sat, 04 Mar 2023 10:09:53 -0500 2023-03-18T09:30:00-04:00 2023-03-18T16:30:00-04:00 School of Social Work Building School of Social Work, Community Action Social Change Undergraduate Minor Community Service clark park day flyer
Public Resource & Awareness Fair of Mass Incarceration (March 25, 2023 1:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/105611 105611-21812267@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Saturday, March 25, 2023 1:00pm
Location: Duderstadt Center
Organized By: Prison Creative Arts Project, The

On March 25, from 1 to 3 pm, we're launching our 1st Annual Public Resource & Awareness Fair of Mass Incarceration. This event will be held in the Connector Hall in the Duderstadt Center on the North Campus of U-M.

Join organizations and authors in the community to discuss issues of mass incarceration and reentry and to learn about resources.

For those interested in the fields of social work, criminal justice, public
policy, and citizenship, this is a great opportunity to network and connect!

If you are interested in hosting a resource table at this event, please
reach out to Sarah Unrath at saraheve@umich.edu.

Part of the *27th Annual Exhibition of Artists in Michigan Prisons*

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Fair / Festival Wed, 08 Mar 2023 22:36:04 -0500 2023-03-25T13:00:00-04:00 2023-03-25T15:00:00-04:00 Duderstadt Center Prison Creative Arts Project, The Fair / Festival Juan Valdez, Trapped, 2022
Where Do We Go From Here? People of Action Coalition Town Hall Meeting (March 25, 2023 3:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/104951 104951-21810508@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Saturday, March 25, 2023 3:00pm
Location: Chrysler Center
Organized By: Prison Creative Arts Project, The

Here's your chance to find out more about the changes that are being proposed surrounding issues of mass incarceration in our state and resources on what you can do to make a difference.

Immediately following the public tour of the *27th Annual Exhibition of Artists in Michigan Prisons*, we will be continuing the conversation with the People of Action Coalition to discuss current legislative & policy work that is taking place in the state of Michigan. This will end with an engaging Q & A from the audience.

*The University of Michigan College of Literature, Science and the Arts (LSA) greatly values inclusion and access for all. We are pleased to provide additional reasonable accommodations to enable your full participation in this event. Please contact Sarah Unrath at saraheve@umich or 734.615.5643 if you would like to request disability accommodations or have any questions or concerns. We ask that you provide advance notice to ensure sufficient time to meet requested accommodations.*

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Lecture / Discussion Wed, 08 Mar 2023 23:35:57 -0500 2023-03-25T15:00:00-04:00 2023-03-25T16:30:00-04:00 Chrysler Center Prison Creative Arts Project, The Lecture / Discussion Paula Bennett, After Darkness... Light, Acrylic, 2022
ELEVATE THE MIC (July 21, 2023 11:00am) https://events.umich.edu/event/108841 108841-21820463@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, July 21, 2023 11:00am
Location: Off Campus Location
Organized By: Prison Creative Arts Project, The

Event Date: July 21, 2023 @ Ann Arbor Art Fair
Event Time: 11AM – 5PM
Venue: Stage on Main – Corner of Main and Williams, Ann Arbor
Presenting Sponsors: DTE & the Ark

Join us for an inspiring day at *ELEVATE THE MIC: Performers Uniting for Social Progress.* Experience powerful spoken word, captivating music, and heartfelt performances that advocate for positive change and social justice in our community.

Be moved by passionate artists as they use their voices and talents to shed light on pressing social issues, challenge prevailing narratives, and promote inclusivity, equality, and unity.

This event is more than just a performance. Connect with like-minded individuals, engage in meaningful conversations, and learn about organizations dedicated to social progress.

*Note: Leave your mark on the collaborative healing-centered art project at the event. Designed for creators of ANY age & ALL skill levels in the community! All materials provided.*

Event Schedule:
11 AM Youth Arts Alliance
12 PM Voices of the Underheard w/ LAITR
1 PM MI Citizens for Prison Reform
2 PM American Friends & Service Committee Band
3 PM In & On Our Own Terms, by the Linkage Community/Shakespeare in Prison Alumni

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Performance Mon, 10 Jul 2023 10:14:40 -0400 2023-07-21T11:00:00-04:00 2023-07-21T17:00:00-04:00 Off Campus Location Prison Creative Arts Project, The Performance Jocelyn, a spoken word performer on stage
Freedom House Detroit (November 16, 2023 7:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/114942 114942-21833838@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, November 16, 2023 7:00pm
Location: East Quadrangle
Organized By: Residential College

Interested in Human Rights? This is Freedom House.

Join the RC French program to learn more about how YOU can get involved.

Freedom House Detroit is a non-profit organization that supports and empowers refugees, asylum seekers, and others seeking humanitarian protection.

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Presentation Tue, 07 Nov 2023 09:02:43 -0500 2023-11-16T19:00:00-05:00 2023-11-16T20:00:00-05:00 East Quadrangle Residential College Presentation A flyer describing Freedom House Detroit with linked hands in the background
Fall 2023 Central Student Government Elections (November 28, 2023 12:00am) https://events.umich.edu/event/115119 115119-21834067@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Tuesday, November 28, 2023 12:00am
Location: Off Campus Location
Organized By: Central Student Government

Vote in the Fall 2023 CSG Elections! All students, undergrad and grad, can vote in one or more of these elections. All voting is conducted online at vote.umich.edu, and voting runs from 12:00 AM on Tuesday, November 28th to 10:00 PM on Thursday, November 30th.

Twelve (12) seats in the CSG Assembly are up for election, as well as one (1) seat on the U-M Police Department Oversight Committee. Students will also have the chance to vote on four (4) ballot questions.

Also, look out for other student government elections happening at the same time!

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Other Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:45:11 -0500 2023-11-28T00:00:00-05:00 2023-11-28T23:00:00-05:00 Off Campus Location Central Student Government Other All voting will be conducted online at vote.umich.edu... no paper ballots needed!
Fall 2023 Central Student Government Elections (November 29, 2023 12:00am) https://events.umich.edu/event/115119 115119-21834068@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Wednesday, November 29, 2023 12:00am
Location: Off Campus Location
Organized By: Central Student Government

Vote in the Fall 2023 CSG Elections! All students, undergrad and grad, can vote in one or more of these elections. All voting is conducted online at vote.umich.edu, and voting runs from 12:00 AM on Tuesday, November 28th to 10:00 PM on Thursday, November 30th.

Twelve (12) seats in the CSG Assembly are up for election, as well as one (1) seat on the U-M Police Department Oversight Committee. Students will also have the chance to vote on four (4) ballot questions.

Also, look out for other student government elections happening at the same time!

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Other Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:45:11 -0500 2023-11-29T00:00:00-05:00 2023-11-29T23:00:00-05:00 Off Campus Location Central Student Government Other All voting will be conducted online at vote.umich.edu... no paper ballots needed!
Fall 2023 Central Student Government Elections (November 30, 2023 12:00am) https://events.umich.edu/event/115119 115119-21834069@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, November 30, 2023 12:00am
Location: Off Campus Location
Organized By: Central Student Government

Vote in the Fall 2023 CSG Elections! All students, undergrad and grad, can vote in one or more of these elections. All voting is conducted online at vote.umich.edu, and voting runs from 12:00 AM on Tuesday, November 28th to 10:00 PM on Thursday, November 30th.

Twelve (12) seats in the CSG Assembly are up for election, as well as one (1) seat on the U-M Police Department Oversight Committee. Students will also have the chance to vote on four (4) ballot questions.

Also, look out for other student government elections happening at the same time!

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Other Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:45:11 -0500 2023-11-30T00:00:00-05:00 2023-11-30T22:00:00-05:00 Off Campus Location Central Student Government Other All voting will be conducted online at vote.umich.edu... no paper ballots needed!