U-M students preparing to return to campus for a hybrid model of remote and in-person instruction this fall are being informed of new procedures to minimize the impact of COVID-19.

President Mark Schlissel on Aug. 3 apologized “to everyone affected by Martin Philbert’s misconduct and for our institution’s failings” days after a report detailed nearly two decades of sexual misconduct.

U-M researchers have developed a mathematical model that allows public health officials to determine how various levels of lockdown affect both the economy and the mortality rate of COVID-19.

The Michigan Institute for Computational Discovery and Engineering recently awarded $240,000 in funding to four research projects as part of its Catalyst Grants program.

Through Aug. 31, staff and faculty can apply to become an MHealthy Champion. More than 750 employees serve in this role, helping to support a culture of health among their co-workers and in their work area.

Julie Lumeng has been appointed assistant vice president for research at U-M, where she will play a leadership role in advancing the human subjects portfolio across the research enterprise.

Maureen Tippen, a clinical associate professor emerita of nursing, is this year’s recipient of U-M’s President’s Award for Distinguished Service in International Education.

Kristin Seefeldt, associate director for educational programs at Poverty Solutions at U-M and an associate professor of social work and public policy, competes in local figure skating competitions.