Arts & Culture
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August 14, 2023
UMS, Ypsilanti continue events series at Freighthouse
The University Musical Society and the city of Ypsilanti are continuing their artistic partnership with a four-week residency in September.
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June 20, 2023
Matthaei bonsai collection renamed to honor alumnus’ gift
U-M has renamed its bonsai collection at Matthaei Botanical Gardens in honor of alumnus Melvyn Goldstein, whose donation of 125 world-class trees has transformed it into one of the nation’s premier bonsai collections.
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June 19, 2023
Multimedia designer discovered eye for art early on
Growing up in a small town in Indiana, Megan Foldenauer, multimedia specialist for Michigan Medicine Neurosurgery, found an outlet through art.
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June 5, 2023
Live Coal: Bringing the spark for artists and neighborhoods
U-M alumna Yvette Rock’s Live Coal nonprofit arts organization is transforming lives and Detroit neighborhoods through art, community development and education.
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May 1, 2023
Communicator adds charm to mailboxes, birdhouses
Tamara Havermahl has designed and created dozens of mailboxes and birdhouses, a pursuit that has invigorated a longtime love of art and pulled her from the depths of depression.
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April 28, 2023
Arts Initiative announces 2023 Creative Careers Residents
The Arts Initiative has announced three master’s degree-level residents for its Creative Careers Residency, a transitional program providing support for full-time, self-directed creative practice.
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April 27, 2023
WOCAP announces 11th Shirley Verrett Award winner
The Women of Color in the Academy Project will present its 11th annual Shirley Verrett Award to Amy Ku’uleialoha Stillman for her exemplary leadership and advocacy on behalf of diverse students.
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April 24, 2023
Musicology senior studies culture and impact of music
Cedric Preston McCoy’s life is filled with music. The School of Music, Theatre & Dance senior said he loves playing, listening to and studying all forms of music.
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April 19, 2023
American Academy of Arts and Sciences inducts seven from U-M
Seven U-M faculty members have been named to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences for their significant contributions in scholarly and professional fields.
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April 11, 2023
Arts Initiative, SMTD expanding student arts opportunities
A collaboration between the Arts Initiative and the School of Music, Theatre & Dance is expanding opportunities for students who want to learn to play the guitar.
