U-M hits milestone for student move-out donations, waste reduction
The University of Michigan collected 32,000 pounds of moveout donations and 1,850 pounds of compost from 2026 commencement events.
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The University of Michigan collected 32,000 pounds of moveout donations and 1,850 pounds of compost from 2026 commencement events.
We're taking a closer look at a pretty impressive accomplishment from the University of Michigan when it comes to reducing waste on campus. The university collected a record number of donated materials during spring student move out, and kept 90% of waste from commencement events from ending up in landfills.
The University of Michigan finally opened its newest five-level recreational facility, and it's no ordinary gym.
A federal courtroom in Michigan was packed on Friday as supporters attended the first appearances of several people charged in a case connected with pro-Palestinian activism at the University of Michigan.
Actions that led to a federal indictment against eight people included threats against the Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit.
Visitors are making the annual pilgrimage to the University of Michigan to see and smell one of North America's premier collections of herbaceous peonies.
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University officials are accused of harassing Josiah Walker, a Black Muslim student, who participated in protests between 2023 and 2024 following the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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A learning management system used by schools and universities across the country, including in Michigan, was hit with a cyberattack.
Perfect Pair was founded by a University of Michigan student in 2020 to curb social isolation during the pandemic.
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Michigan gave the public its first peek at Bryce Underwood since hiring a new leader and a quarterbacks coach.
Strong winds tore part of the roof off Yost Ice Arena, leaving debris scattered around the area.
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The City of Dearborn is preparing for an anti-Islam protest expected to take place on Tuesday evening.
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The Justice Department is planning to deploy a record 1,000 federal monitors to polling places throughout the U.S. for the midterm elections.
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Large bags and shopping carts are banned from the Royal Oak Public Library as staff attempt to prevent a bedbug resurgence.
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