This is Michigan
Every day, the University of Michigan is transforming lives. It’s not just on our campuses.
From helping a cherry farmer in Lake Leelanau find his voice again to developing the potential of high school students in Detroit and working with Niles library staff to creatively engage their community, we’re working to improve the quality of life — for all of us — across the state of Michigan.
Explore the stories below to learn more:
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This is Michigan
Technology meets accessibility: Partnership with Jackson nonprofit expands to two counties
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Deadly rip currents: After nearly drowning, U-M communicator turns survivor guilt into action
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Tomorrow’s transportation—today
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This is Michigan
U-M Alum’s Carlson’s Fishery: A piece of Leland history leaving its mark on the local economy, state tourism and Michigan’s waters
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This is Michigan
Three babies, two helmets, one success story for Gaylord triplets
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This is Michigan
Roads, bridges would last longer, save money, with new concrete formula
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This is Michigan
First-generation U-M grad turned children’s advocate: ‘You can do it’
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This is Michigan
Black River Big History Project: Asking the ‘how’ and ‘why’ questions
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This is Michigan
Coastal Care: Researchers work with communities to shore up effects of erosion
