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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Virtual care: The alternative to a doctor’s office visit gains in popularity during pandemic
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Early Start: Young Sharks gives kids an entrepreneurial edge
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Voting counts: How U-M grad students answered the question ‘Did you get my ballot?’
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Prenatal safety net: Mobile clinic gives free services to Detroit moms
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Roadmap for teachers: U-M online free learning platform paves the way
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Support for homeless: U-M med students support shelters with critical supplies
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Alternatives For Girls: Respectful help to reach goals
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Sparks will fly – U-M Alumna melds women seeking job skills with companies needing welders
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The nature of pain: Approach brings relief without opioids