Look to Michigan
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June 3, 2026
Funding proposals to open for Center for American Dialogue
The University of Michigan is inviting faculty and staff to propose programming ideas for the Center for American Dialogue.
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April 21, 2026
Human Health and Well-Being named as next U-M theme year
Human Health and Well-Being has been announced as the next Look to Michigan theme year and will offer the U-M community programming, events and learning opportunities.
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April 21, 2026
Life-Changing Education grants boost communities, partnerships
Faculty, staff and students have used Life-Changing Education grants to illustrate how learning improves society and the quality of life for people in Michigan and beyond.
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April 14, 2026
Student Idea Showcase spotlights student visions for U-M’s future
A wide range of proposals were submitted by U-M students to the Campus of the Future Student Idea Showcase, designed to elevate student perspectives on the future of U-M education.
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March 11, 2026
Photo gallery: President’s Symposium for Research Impact
The President’s Symposium for Research Impact and Policy Leadership on March 11 featured a celebration of the 2025 President’s Awards for Public Engagement.
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February 20, 2026
Strategic Initiative Fund draws significant campus engagement
The opening call for proposals for U-M’s Strategic Initiative Fund attracted strong demand: nearly 465 proposals representing faculty and staff from all over U-M.
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February 11, 2026
Look to Leadership: Why human-centered AI is a necessity
In this installment of the Look to Leadership column, School of Information Dean Andrea Forte discusses the school’s human-centered approach to AI.
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January 26, 2026
Strategic Initiative Fund proposals due Feb. 9
Faculty and staff are encouraged to apply by Feb. 9 for a share of the $1 billion Strategic Initiative Fund, established to help turn ambitious and innovative ideas into reality.
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January 26, 2026
Look to Leadership: Life Sciences Institute paving the way for next-generation scientists
Programs such as the Life Sciences Institute’s Aspirnaut Summer Research Internship provide life-changing opportunities for future scientists.
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January 20, 2026
Look to Leadership: ISR Junior Professional Researcher Program opens doors to careers in social science research
The Institute for Social Research launched the Junior Professional Researcher program in 2023 to bridge the gap between a bachelor’s degree and a career in social science research.
