Dear Colleagues, At the University of Michigan, our culture of excellence and integrity is the foundation of everything we do. I want to personally thank you for your continued dedication to upholding these values and for the pivotal part you play in shaping our community. It is through your example and steadfast commitment that we …

Dear Colleagues and Students, This is a difficult day for the University of Michigan community. The heartbreaking news that President-elect Kent Syverud is unable to assume the presidency is deeply upsetting, particularly given the seriousness of his medical diagnosis.  Please join Susan and me in keeping Kent and his family – his wife, Dr. Ruth …

Message from President-elect Syverud Dear University of Michigan Community, I know this is one of the most vibrant and demanding times of the academic year — with final exams, end-of-semester celebrations, and the excitement of commencement just around the corner. I am also aware many of you are currently working on leadership transition plans. I am …

Dear Students and Colleagues, At U-M, we are steadfast in our commitment to a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for everyone. Every individual within our community deserves to live, learn, and work free from any form of misconduct, harassment, or discrimination. As part of this commitment, the university has contracted with Rankin Climate, an external, …

Dear Students and Colleagues, This weekend, we learned of the tragic death of Engineering student Lucas Mattson. The level of grief, sympathy, and concern people are experiencing reflects the empathy of our community. Please join me in extending our deepest condolences to Lucas’s family, friends, and all who loved him. The College of Engineering has …

Dear Colleagues and Students, I am sharing this update on the University’s response to the misconduct of former football coach Sherrone Moore and how our work moving forward will enhance U-M’s campus culture of respect, integrity, and excellence.  Sincerely, Domenico Grasso, PhDPresident

Dear Colleagues and Students, Earlier this week, the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics dismissed head football coach Sherrone Moore with cause for violating University policy by engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a staff member. When the findings of a University investigation into Coach Moore’s behavior were presented on Wednesday, we immediately terminated his employment. There …

Dear Colleagues and Students, Susan and I wish you all the best this holiday season, and look forward to the energy and promise of a new year. Happy Holidays and Forever Go Blue! Domenico Grasso, PhDPresident

Dear Colleagues, We are launching the search for the next chancellor of UM-Dearborn. This is a pivotal moment for our community, and your involvement will be crucial to identifying the best possible leader for the future of the Dearborn campus. Laurence Alexander, Chancellor for UM-Flint and Ghassan Kridli, interim Provost at UM-Dearborn, will co-chair a …

Dear Colleagues and Students, A university campus is fertile ground for exchanging ideas and challenging the status quo. Freedom of speech and expression are essential to who we are. The First Amendment is our north star, and we must comply with Title VI, which prohibits discrimination based on race, color, and national origin. There are …