Financial Oversight: The Board’s RoleJoin Vance Jackson, Jr for a talk on financial oversight, diversification, financial policies and more.Learn more

Workshop of Democracy: Air Quality, Water Affordability, and Environmental JusticeThis forum explores air quality, water costs, and their ties to environmental justice. Detroit leaders and policymakers will share strategies for fair access to clean air and water.Learn more

Workshop of Democracy: Detroit’s Blueprint for a Green FutureThe series ends with a conference that gathers insights from earlier events. Attendees will co-create a blueprint to apply Detroit’s solutions to global challenges, highlighting the city as a model for democratic innovation and sustainability.Learn more

ESG Dilemma Design Challenge Finals 2026Final for a competition focused on the interplay of ESG, climate risk, and public policy for the banking sector. Co-sponsored by the Erb Institute and Business+Impact, this event will be focused on designing a strategy for banks to accelerate a sustainable market transformation while effectively managing their legal, political, and reputational risks.Learn more

Exploring the Mind | The Importance of Census Race & Ethnicity Data: The Case of Arab/MENA AmericansExplore the history and impact of federal racial data collection in this insightful talk on Arab/MENA American classification. Learn how these categorization standards have shaped the study of racial disparities and influenced the visibility of communities across the United States.Learn more

Accessible Google DocsMaster core accessibility best practices for Google Docs and learn to use tools like Grackle Docs to ensure your digital documents are inclusive for all users.Learn more

Accessible Google SlidesLearn how to design inclusive presentations by mastering core accessibility best practices in Google Slides, from utilizing the Theme feature for consistent layouts to using Grackle Slides to scan and fix accessibility issues.Learn more

Stuart Goldsmith, Climate ComedianJoin the Erb Institute for the inaugural Erb 360 Mainstage event, featuring British climate comedian Stuart Goldsmith. Through stand-up comedy and storytelling, Stuart offers a fresh take on climate change — using humor to open up more honest, hopeful, and productive conversations about a topic that can often feel overwhelming or polarizing.Learn more

Michigan Ross 2nd African Business Conference​The African Business Club at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business cordially invites you to its 2nd African Business Conference. Taking place on February 6th, this annual gathering brings together students, professionals, and industry leaders to explore the dynamic forces shaping business across the African continent and its global diaspora.Learn more

Accessible Word DocumentsJoin us to learn more about how to create accessible Word documents.Learn more

“Where the Hood At? Fifty Years of Change in Black Neighborhoods”Although data reveals significant disparities in quality-of-life indicators between Black and white Americans, research also shows that a person’s neighborhood can profoundly influence their life outcomes.Learn more

March Movie Night – He Named Me MalalaThe film follows the young Pakistani female activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai as she recounts her activism in support of girls’ educational rights from a young age.Learn more

Radical Care: Stories of Women Leaders in CorrectionsExplore how women leaders navigate the paradox of the U.S. prison-industrial complex by practicing "radical care" to humanize harsh institutions. This talk weaves together powerful narratives to examine the challenges and potential of spearheading reform from within.Learn more

Impact Investing Panel + Happy HourJoin Net Impact and the Entrepreneur and Venture Club (EVC) for an engaging conversation on impact investing.Learn more

Managing the Consequences of Climate ChangeJoin U-M Professor Emeritus Dr. Ricky Rood on February 4 to explore a multi-disciplinary framework for navigating the complexities of climate change adaptation. Learn how analyzing challenges through the lenses of time, space, and wealth can manage uncertainty and make the future more tractable.Learn more

The Rise of Police UnionsJoin us for a timely conversation examining the historical roots of police union power and how these dynamics continue to shape debates around accountability, labor, and reform. Learn more

Nonprofit Job and Internship FairJoin us for the 2025 LSA Nonprofit Job and Internship Fair hosted by the LSA Opportunity Hub and the Ginsberg Center. This all-access event is designed to connect students to employers so you can determine if a company is the right fit for YOU.Learn more

50th Alfred L. Edwards Conference – Day 1​Join us for the 50th Anniversary Alfred L. Edwards (ALE) Conference, presented by the Black Business Student Association (BBSA) at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business on February 20–21, 2026. As the longest-running student-led conference at Michigan, ALE is a dedicated weekend to celebrating excellence, fostering connection, and sparking meaningful conversations about leadership and innovation.Learn more

50th Alfred L. Edwards Conference – Day 2​Join us for the 50th Anniversary Alfred L. Edwards (ALE) Conference, presented by the Black Business Student Association (BBSA) at the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business on February 20–21, 2026. As the longest-running student-led conference at Michigan, ALE is a dedicated weekend to celebrating excellence, fostering connection, and sparking meaningful conversations about leadership and innovation.Learn more

Celebrating 100 Years of Black History In Detroit!Join us along with Detroit Historian, Jamon Jordan in not only celebration Black History Month but also 100 years of black history in Detroit!Learn more

Queer Palestinian Film & the Second Intifadaoin Associate Professor Drew Paul for a compelling analysis of how Palestinian queer cinema emerged as a powerful critique of violence during the Second Intifada. Through a close look at films like Chic Point and Diary of a Male Whore, this talk explores how queer narratives offer a unique visual language to challenge systems of collective punishment and spatial restriction.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

Food Literacy for AllExplore the complexities of our global food systems with Food Literacy for All, a virtual community-academic series featuring dynamic guest speakers every Tuesday evening through April 2026. Register for free to join livestreamed sessions on topics ranging from seed rematriation and soil politics to labor practices and the student food movement.Learn more

18th Annual Susan B. Meister Lecture in Child Health PolicyJoin GRAMMY Award–winning violinist Nicola Benedetti as she delivers the keynote address for the 18th annual Susan B. Meister Lecture in Child Health Policy. Hosted by the CHEAR Center, this special event brings a unique artistic perspective to the conversation on advancing child health and well-being.Learn more

Donia Human Rights Center Panel. Immigration Policy and Lived Experience: Perspectives on the First Year of Trump 2.0This panel will discuss changes in immigration and refugee policy in the first year of the second Trump administration. Bringing together experts in law, health, and community advocacy, it will consider the impact of policy changes at the national, state, and local levels as well as the responses of diverse communities.Learn more

Free Speech and the Modern University: Research, Teaching, and DialogueJoin the LSA Student Government and BridgeUmich for Free Speech and the Modern University, a dialogue featuring Sean Stevens of FIRE and U-M Professor Kenneth Lowande on the state of campus expression. This event invites students to explore critical questions around polarization, academic freedom, and constructive disagreement through expert insights and open discussion. +1Learn more

Queer Experiences Abroad: Virtual Panel DiscussionIn collaboration with the Spectrum Center, the Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) presents a virtual panel discussion featuring LGBTQIA2S+ alumni who have recently studied abroad. Panelists will share their firsthand experiences regarding identity navigation, preparation, and international travel policies to assist prospective students in planning their own global journeys.Learn more

Disability Awareness and InclusionExplore the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and learn best practices for creating inclusive working and learning environments. This session guides participants in dispelling ableist myths and implementing accessibility strategies within their own departments.Learn more

The (In)Visible Acquisitions of Ann Allen ShockleyAs part of the Institute for the Humanities' "Hear, Here" series, this talk examines the overlooked legacy of prolific archivist and author Ann Allen Shockley. The presentation investigates why Shockley remains marginalized in Black feminist history despite being a contemporary of icons like Audre Lorde and Toni Morrison, analyzing the historical conditions that obscure certain intellectuals while memorializing others.Learn more

Supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ Students in Our Political ContextJoin the Spectrum Center and leading scholars for a critical roundtable on supporting queer and trans students in higher education amidst a shifting political landscape. Panelists will discuss strategies to bridge theory and praxis, aiming to preserve essential support systems and foster inclusive campus environments.Learn more

Queer & Trans Research SymposiumThe Queer and Trans Research Symposium is a half-day academic conference focusing on queer and trans student research and queer and trans student researchers at the University of Michigan.Learn more

WCEE Emerging Issues Lecture: Why Greenland Matters NowExplore how Greenland has transformed from a peripheral region into a central stage for geopolitical, economic, and environmental contestation. This lecture examines the intersecting pressures of military basing, resource extraction, and Indigenous self-determination to reveal how the very definition of security is shifting in the twenty-first-century Arctic.Learn more

Overcoming The Economic and Legal Barriers to Local Acceptance of Renewable Energy ProjectsExplore the paradox between the benefits of renewable energy and rising public opposition in this analysis of why communities increasingly reject these projects. The article argues that the low visibility of local economic benefits creates a vulnerability, and offers policy solutions to ensure communities see the value in renewable development.Learn more

Alumni Master Chat: Informing Action: Environmental Journalism’s Role in Protecting Our PlanetJoin fellow members of the SEAS community for an Alumni Master Chat with Nina Ignaczak (BS '97, MS '03): "Informing Action: Environmental Journalism’s Role in Protecting Our Planet."Learn more