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September 15, 2016

Gershwin taxi horns

The University Symphony Orchestra on Sept. 23 will perform two George Gershwin masterpieces — “An American in Paris” and “Concerto in F” — in new critical editions that reveal, for the first time in decades, the composer’s original intent for the works. In this video, Mark Clague, associate professor of music and editor-in-chief of the George and Ira Gershwin Critical Edition, tells the story behind the iconic taxi horn parts in “An American in Paris.” Watch a video about the U-M Gershwin Initiative at the School of Music, Theatre & Dance.

Ball don’t lie

It might seem like a slam dunk to call Michael Jordan “the greatest basketball player of all time,” but comparative literature and Residential College Professor Yago Colás gives a few things to consider when making the case for — or against — “His Royal Airness.” This is one of two videos in a new series from LSA — the second looks at Muhammad Ali’s impact on boxing — in which Colás shares stories about the history, culture, and power of sports.

September 13, 2016

Why does basic science matter?

Basic science research may not always be glamorous, but it’s critical to tomorrow’s health care innovations. This video from the Life Sciences Institute explains why.

September 12, 2016

Science building grand opening

University officials joined more than 200 people to help celebrate the opening of the Natural Sciences Building at UM-Dearborn on Friday. The $51 million renovated building was designed to facilitate collaborative learning and discovery and to prepare students for in-demand careers in the sciences. Click the photo for a list of those pictured.

September 11, 2016

D.C. alumni reception

From left, alumni Joseph Lindblad, Ani Toumajan and Kimberly Miller-Tolbert, all of whom work for members of Congress, chat during the U-M Alumni Reception in Washington, D.C., for alums working on Capitol Hill. The event, which took place Sept. 7, was planned by the U-M Washington Office. (Photo by Mike Waring, Washington Office)

September 8, 2016

The Grove

The transformation of the North Campus Diag to the Eda U. Gerstacker Grove brings a new environment and vibrancy to North Campus. This video provides a time-lapse look at the renovation, which includes a central plaza, sculptural pathways with integrated seating, elevated landforms with infiltration gardens, and an abundance of new trees, LED lighting elements and space for group activities.

Outstanding in the field

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This year marks the 108th field season at the U-M Biological Station on Douglas Lake near Pellston, Michigan. Ideally situated for the study of the upper Great Lakes ecosystems, the station hosts more than a dozen classes and welcomes researchers from across North America and around the globe. A slideshow from Michigan Today offers a glimpse of the many facets of UMBS. (Photo courtesy of the U-M Biological Station)

Huge Rubik’s Cube

When inspiration hits, it’s hard to ignore. That’s why four U-M mechanical engineering students decided to craft their very own senior design course, which involved designing and building a massive, human-controlled Rubik’s Cube. This video looks at what it takes to scale something that fits in the palm of your hand to a 1,500-pound tribute to one of the world’s most beloved puzzles.

September 5, 2016

Welcome home

As another school year starts, students and university leaders offer a musical video bus tour of campus, welcoming current students back home and showing new students how they can explore, discover, grow, and achieve at U-M.

August 31, 2016

New Faculty Orientation

Harneet Grewal (left), clinical assistant professor of dentistry, and Young Ah Seo, assistant professor of nutritional sciences, gather information during the New Faculty Orientation Wednesday in the Michigan League Ballroom. The Center for Research on Learning and Teaching organized the annual event on behalf of the Office of the Provost. (Photo by Scott C. Soderberg, Michigan Photography)