Public Engagement
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April 24, 2020
Research universities lend expertise and support amid crisis
President Mark Schlissel joined his counterparts from Michigan State and Wayne State universities in a tele-town hall to discuss what their institutions are doing to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.
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April 23, 2020
Face shield design guides makers in addressing PPE shortage
A face shield design shared recently by Michigan Medicine and the College of Engineering sets a standard of quality for 3-D printing protective gear to extend the life of virus-filtering N95 masks.
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April 20, 2020
Schlissel to join other URC presidents on COVID-19 tele-town hall
The presidents of Michigan’s University Research Corridor universities — including U-M President Mark Schlissel — will participate in a tele-town hall April 23 about COVID-19.
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March 20, 2020
Researchers, community donate protective gear to aid COVID-19 fight
U-M’s hospitals and clinics currently have the gear needed to protect themselves and others as they care for those with COVID-19. But Michigan Medicine is asking for donations now so supplies will be sufficient when needed.
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February 10, 2020
Forecast reports Detroit job growth higher than Michigan overall
In partnership with U-M, the city of Detroit has released its first forecast for the city, which shows ongoing gains in household income, employment and labor force participation through 2024.
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January 29, 2020
U-M doctor testifies on “orphan drug” loophole
Kao-Ping Chua, assistant professor of pediatrics, testified Wednesday before the Health Subcommittee of the U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee.
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January 27, 2020
Debate Steering Committee will guide U-M’s hosting efforts
Planning for the presidential debate that will be staged at U-M in October is well underway, with the Debate Steering Committee providing overall guidance for a long list of tasks and events being considered.
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January 27, 2020
U-M Presidential Debate mission statement
The University of Michigan, as one of three sites selected to host a presidential debate in the 2020 electoral season, seeks to inspire engagement in the democratic process.
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January 27, 2020
2020 Presidential Debate Steering Committee
The steering committee is charged with providing overall guidance for the presidential debate and related programs.
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January 27, 2020
2020 Presidential Debate Core Team
The core team is charged with planning and coordinating the many aspects of the Oct. 15, 2020, presidential debate, under the supervision of the Debate Steering Committee.
