If we want our state to be among the most prosperous in the nation, we have to be among the most educated. Two numbers illustrate my point: Michigan ranks 30th in the nation in per capita income and 35th in college attainment.
News
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Grand Rapids Business Journal story on direct-to-student need-based financial aid
March 4, 2019 -
Crain’s Detroit forum: College affordability, attainment and economic prosperity are inseparable
February 11, 2019 -
Washington Post: With Bloomberg’s backing, top colleges seek more low-income students
February 7, 2019 -
Record: President launches Commission on Carbon Neutrality
February 4, 2019 -
Record: President honors Bierbaum, Ryan for public engagement efforts
January 29, 2019 -
Record: Committee seeks input in search for next UM-Flint chancellor
January 16, 2019 -
Detroit News letter: A more diverse University of Michigan benefits all
January 15, 2019 -
Record: U-M launches nine new projects to fight poverty
January 11, 2019 -
Biosciences Community Kick-Off Event Video
December 12, 2018President Schlissel joins Roger Cone and Michigan Radio’s Steve Schram in celebrating the Biosciences Initiative’s successful first year at the Biosciences Community Kick-Of Event: Celebrating Progress of the First Year and Introducing the Inaugural Scientific Initiatives.
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Record: Thomas Baird appointed as next Vice President for Development
December 6, 2018