We are all greatly saddened by the passing of Douglass Diggs. We will always remember and cherish Douglass’ support of the University of Michigan and especially our students. A warm and generous person, Douglass was a Detroit native and longtime business and civic leader who was passionate about creating opportunities for talented but underrepresented students. Read more

As prepared for delivery Class of 2019, Congratulations! I join your professors, family members and friends in expressing my utmost pride as we celebrate your accomplishments as the newest graduates of the University of Michigan. Graduates, you did it! Each one of you earned a place here – and you made the most of it. Read more

To All Members of the University Community: Our university has taken several actions in recent months to prevent sexual and gender-based misconduct and improve how we address this pressing problem for members of our community. Earlier this semester, I mentioned that additional work was in progress, and as we honor Sexual Assault Awareness Month, I Read more

The sheer immensity of the tragic attacks in Sri Lanka is staggering and heartbreaking, with hundreds of people killed and many more individuals and communities devastated by such unconscionable acts of terror. Among the places targeted in the Easter Sunday bombings were Christian places of worship. With great sadness, we offer our sympathies to everyone Read more