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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 10h

In 1875, the U-M School of Dentistry first opened in the former home of a faculty member. Now, celebrating its 150th anniversary, the school is one of the top dental institutions globally. Learn more about the school's history and growth throughout the years: myumi.ch/n1J7g

An archive photo from 1938 of the UM College of Dentistry building.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 3d

Happy Ho〽️ecoming 💛

#GoBlue

U-M students waiting maize and cheering in the student section at Michigan Stadium.

Members of the U-M Cheer team performing at Michigan Stadium.

The Maize Out at Michigan Stadium on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 5d

The University of Michigan’s Ann Arbor campus remains the most sought-after public university in the state with a record total enrollment this fall of 53,488 students that hail from all 50 states and 62 countries. myumi.ch/4mzgA #GoBlue

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 8d

Wolverines engaged in an array of activities today at Earthfest which highlighted sustainability initiatives at the university and in surrounding communities. 🌎

U-M students getting vegetables at the Michigan Dining table at U-M’s Earthfest on the Diag.

Informational tables at U-M’s Earthfest on the Diag.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 9d

Sunday’s Harvest Fest at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens was a celebration of student-driven food initiatives at U-M 🥦

The U-M Campus Farm Club table at Harvest Fest 2025.

U-M students picking up apples at Harvest Fest 2025.

U-M students watch a band perform at Harvest Fest 2025.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 9d

Erica Jansen, an associate professor at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, discusses the type of diet that best promotes sleep, the impact incorporating magnesium, and why not eating before bed is associated with better quality of sleep. myumi.ch/615em

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 14d

Four U-M naval architecture and marine engineering undergraduate students share their experience as the first cohort of the Real World Experiences program, an eight-week summer internship at Fincantieri—a leading shipbuilding company—in Genoa, Italy: myumi.ch/w9jqz

"For me, the most important lesson was that there is no question that is too dumb. I’ve never done electrical work, and even though it was kind of scary, I had to be able to advocate for myself whenever I didn’t understand something, and find the person who did." Archita Saraiya, U-M Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering undergraduate student

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 15d

The University of Michigan remains the No. 3 public university in the nation, and is ranked 20th overall among public and private institutions, in the latest @usnews.com Best Colleges list: myumi.ch/qZPgG #GoBlue

No. 3 public university and No. 20 overall in the U.S. News and World Report's 2026 best Colleges list. Polaroid images.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 20d

Cheryl Moyer, Lorenzo García-Amaya and Scott Riggs have received the President’s Award for Leadership in International Education in recognition of their vital contributions to broaden global learning at the University of Michigan. myumi.ch/W6Ajr

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 21d

Keith Soster, director of student engagement and sustainability at Michigan Dining, created a simple training session for students interested in learning the basics of formal service and now teaches about 20 etiquette sessions a year. myumi.ch/795Qr

Keith Soster teaching a dining etiquette workshop for students in the Program in International and Comparative Studies.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 27d

In honor of those lost in the attacks on September 11, 2001, members from each of U-M’s four ROTC programs on campus held a special vigil at the base of the Diag’s flagpole this morning.

U-M ROTC members stand guard at the Diag flagpole on September 11, 2025.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · 29d

Jason Corso, a professor of robotics and electrical engineering and computer science, authored an article in Forbes that explores how businesses can approach AI development efficiently, offering four ways to cut hidden costs: myumi.ch/qZqeD

Understanding Data And Open Source For Efficient AI Development. Jason Corso, Professor, Robotics and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Michigan Engineering, featured in Forbes.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Sep 4

Sue Anne Bell, an associate professor at U-M School of Nursing whose research focuses on disaster response, community health and emergency care, joins NPR Health to discuss the long-term effects that natural disasters can have on human health: myumi.ch/G2ee5

Sue Anne Bell, Associate Professor, U-M School of Nursing, featured on NPR Health

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Sep 3

The U-M Honorary Degree Committee is now seeking nominations for both the 2026 Winter and 2027 Spring Commencements. Nominees may be eminent scholars or others who have made special contributions to society. Learn more: myumi.ch/pVrd1

Call For Nominations: 2026 Winter & 2027 Spring Commencements Honorary Degree Recipients. The nominating deadline for candidates to be considered is Monday, September 22, 2025.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Sep 1

This #LaborDay, we thank all of the hardworking people who make the Wolverine experience world-class!

A Michigan Dining chef in a dining hall.

A pair of U-M staff and faculty members working at a student information table during Welcome Week.

U-M Housing staff in The Connector in West Quad.

A custodial worker cleaning in the Alexander G. Ruthven Building.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 28

Dr. Zhong He, professor of nuclear engineering and radiological sciences, has been named the 2025 Distinguished University Innovator of the Year! He will receive the award at Innovation Partnerships' Celebrate Invention on September 24: myumi.ch/kP6wV

Dr. Zhong He, Professor of Nuclear Engineering and Radiological Sciences at Michigan Engineering is the recipient of the 2025 U-M Distinguished University Innovator of the Year award.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 27

It’s a Big House Block (M) Party! #Victors2029 #GoBlue

U-M’s Class of 2029 arranged in a giant Block M on the field at Michigan Stadium.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 25

That new semester glow ✨

Happy first day, Wolverines!

Two U-M students making the Block M with their hands on the first day of classes.

Four U-M students making the Block M with their hands on the first day of classes.

Six U-M students with Instax photos of themselves on the first day of classes.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 24

👋, #Victors2029! #GoBlue

U-M's Class of 2029 fills Crisler Center with maize t-shirts at New Student Convocation.

Members of U-M's Class of 2029 take a photo on the field at Michigan Stadium.

Members of U-M's Class of 2029 clapping at New Student Convocation at Crisler Center.

Members of U-M's Class of 2029 at New Student Convocation at Crisler Center.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 20

Make yourself at ho〽️e #GoBlue

A family moving a blue bin into South Quad in front of a banner that reads "Welcome To Michigan."

A student moving a fridge with a Block M sticker in front of East Quad.

A student pushing a blue bin in front of East Quad.

A Michigan Housing team member and student moving a blue bin out of East Quad.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 19

The most wonderful time of the year 📦 #GoBlue

A Welcome To Michigan sign at the entrance of Alice Lloyd Hall.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 18

Move-in week is HERE! See you soon, Wolverines! #GoBlue

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 15

Don Peurach, a professor at the U-M Marsal School, joined the Improvement Scholars Network's RPP Exchange podcast, where he shares the personal and professional journey that led to building the field of network research and continuous improvement in education. myumi.ch/9pyWA

The Improvement Scholars Network: Building the Field of Network Research and Continuous Improvement. Donald Peurach, Professor, Marsal Family School of Education, featured on the RPP Exchange.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 11

In 1940, Carleton W. Angell sculpted a pair of pumas that were installed in front of the University Museums Building. These pumas, eventually replaced with new ones at the U-M Museum of Natural History, have been greeting campus guests for 85 years. myumi.ch/D8XJM

A puma sculpture outside the U-M Museum of Natural History.

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University of Michigan @umich.edu · Aug 7

A study by researchers at U-M LSA Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology is the first to map out the neural pathway for sensing cold temperatures, starting from the skin and ending in the brain. Associate professor Bo Duan shares study findings: myumi.ch/G29me

"By understanding the specific circuit for cool sensation, we may be able to develop therapies that target this pathway to reduce such side effects." Bo Duan, Associate Professor of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology, featured on Live Science

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