UM's Spring Commencement Speaker Causing Stir
Governor Rick Snyder will speak at the school's graduation ceremonies this spring but that news is not well received by some students.
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Governor Rick Snyder will speak at the school's graduation ceremonies this spring but that news is not well received by some students.
Engineering researchers at the University of Michigan have found a way to improve the performance of ferroelectric materials, which have the potential to make memory devices with more storage capacity than magnetic hard drives and faster write speed and longer lifetimes than flash memory.
The intellectual equivalent of a University of Michigan football game, in terms of community involvement, is what organizers hope the upcoming TEDxUofM conference turns out to be.
Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder will deliver the main address and receive an honorary Doctor of Laws degree when the University of Michigan presents its spring commencement at 10 a.m. April 30 at Michigan Stadium.
The University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center, a leader in heart valve replacement, will participate in a national clinical trial to offer patients a less invasive approach to replacing diseased aortic valves.
The presidents of the three University Research Corridor institutions and the Michigan Economic Development Corp. will share a stage in Novi on Monday, March 21 to map out emerging business and job growth prospects at a business breakfast co-hosted by the URC and WWJ Newsradio 950.
Colorectal cancer screening. Just the thought of it makes most people feel uneasy and embarrassed. But experts at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center say choosing to ignore it could cost you your life.
The Michigan Growth Capital Symposium Wednesday unveiled details on the topics and experts that will be part of this year's program -- and noted that the deadline for company presentation is approaching.
Many Americans are skeptical about whether the world's weather is changing, but apparently the degree of skepticism varies systematically depending on what that change is called. According to a University of Michigan study published in the forthcoming issue of Public Opinion Quarterly, more people believe in "climate change" than in "global warming."
San Mateo, Calif.-based CourseSmart, the world's largest provider of e-textbooks and digital course materials, Tuesday announced that the University of Michigan will be testing the integration of e-textbooks into courses.
The latest announcements of meetings and events from Michgian's technology-focused institutions and companies, before they are posted on the GLITR IT Calendar.
The latest personnel announcements from Michigan's technology-focused institutions and companies.
The first laboratory-based researchers have moved into the University of Michigan's North Campus Research Complex, bringing with them cutting-edge research that uses stem cells to create new heart muscle and focuses on the crucial squeezing action of the heart.
By mimicking the structure of the silk moth's antenna, University of Michigan researchers led the development of a better nanopore -- a tiny tunnel-shaped tool that could advance understanding of a class of neurodegenerative diseases that includes Alzheimer's.
The University of Michigan-Dearborn's Center for Innovation Research said its Michigan Innovation Index fell slightly to 85.3 for the third quarter of 2010 from 85.8 in the second quarter.
With double-digit cuts to university funding proposed in Governor Rick Snyder's budget plan, educators acrossthe state are preparing.
Braylon's exclusive invitation-only birthday party was held at the popular Ignite nightclub located inside of Detroit's MGM Grand Casino.
A new study shows that doctors are prescribing too many antibiotics. The research involved looking at Blue Cross-Blue Shield data.
People who demonstrated a stronger brain response to certain brain regions when receiving individually tailored smoking cessation messages were more likely to quit smoking four months later, a new University of Michigan study finds.
The Division of Pathology Informatics at the University of Michigan Medical School is demonstrating the extreme flexibility of a software tool aimed at making the detection of abnormalities in cell and tissue samples faster, more accurate and more consistent.
U-M Wolverines get the win over the Golden Gophers 70-63 Saturday in Minnesota.
The University of Michigan has issued a campus crime alert after a woman fought off a would-be purse-snatcher.
More than 1.5 million U.S. jobs are directly connected to the Great Lakes, generating $62 billion in wages annually, according to a new analysis by Michigan Sea Grant at the University of Michigan.
With the recent announcement that the U.S. government will propose new fuel economy standards this fall, a University of Michigan study shows that automakers fine-tune vehicle fuel economy to qualify for more favorable treatment.
Republican Mike Rogers is defending his decision not to attend a Sept. 15 televised event in the U.S. Senate race, saying he never agreed to participate and accusing the moderator of favoritism.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
The crash happened near the spot of a deadly Metro bus crash in Chatsworth.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday in a Pontiac home.
Michigan's Home Heating Credit is designed to help low-income households offset some of the cost of keeping their homes warm. Both renters and homeowners can qualify.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday in a Pontiac home.
Republican Mike Rogers is defending his decision not to attend a Sept. 15 televised event in the U.S. Senate race, saying he never agreed to participate and accusing the moderator of favoritism.
The state of Michigan removed the names of more than 20,000 people from its sex offender registry in order to comply with a recent state Supreme Court ruling.
The city of Cleveland will now refer to its Lake Erie shoreline as the Gulf of Cleveland, according to a resolution that takes jabs at the Trump administration's efforts to rename other landmarks.
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud told rapper Macklemore he's "always welcome in Dearborn" after venues on Ed Sheeran's stadium tour refused to include him.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The spike in prices has also sparked differing opinions among drivers about who's to blame.
A Ford contract employee was taken to a hospital following an incident on Monday morning at the Michigan Assembly Plant in Wayne, Michigan.
Automotive expert Paul Eisenstein of Autoline TV said the number of vehicles recalled this year has surged.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud told rapper Macklemore he's "always welcome in Dearborn" after venues on Ed Sheeran's stadium tour refused to include him.
There are plenty of Halloween-themed events to choose from this fall in Metro Detroit. Here's a list.
The Romeo Peach Festival, which one visitor described as a celebration of "peach everything!" wrapped up on Monday. Here's a look at the food and activities.
Bruce Campbell, an actor and filmmaker widely known for his work in "The Evil Dead" franchise, says his cancer prognosis indicates he has about five years to live.
While performing in St. Louis on Saturday night, Lionel Richie appeared at one point to lean on a piano for support, according to video from the show.
Republican Mike Rogers is defending his decision not to attend a Sept. 15 televised event in the U.S. Senate race, saying he never agreed to participate and accusing the moderator of favoritism.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
Car ownership costs have soared 50% since 2020, according to new economic data. Here's where motorists are getting dinged.
The city of Cleveland will now refer to its Lake Erie shoreline as the Gulf of Cleveland, according to a resolution that takes jabs at the Trump administration's efforts to rename other landmarks.
The first-of-its-kind report acknowledges the military's munition shortfall and details some of the losses of American assets so far as part of Operation Epic Fury.
A new four-legged team member is already making an impact on students at Polk Elementary School in Dearborn Heights.
Over the last six years or so, the DNR has been installing these viewers at different parks across Michigan, basically one by one.
The presence of ricin in a substance linked to an apartment complex in Hastings, Michigan, has been confirmed, the Barry-Eaton District Health Department said Saturday, two days after a potential exposure to the poison was reported.
Affordable Care Act recipients in 30 states are set to receive the $500 checks starting in October. Here's why.
Health officials say ricin is a natural poison that comes from the beans of the castor plant or oil. It is harmful if swallowed, injected or breathed in.
Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.
The Detroit Red Wings will start training camp this week with leaders of the front office and the team in limbo.
Tony Stewart Racing unveiled a special Dodge livery on Tuesday at Stellantis' North America headquarters in Auburn Hills, Michigan.
The Detroit Lions know they are asking a lot of star running back Jahmyr Gibbs.
Justin Verlander is making progress toward potentially pitching one more time in the last year of his playing career.
At the top of the list is the open U.S. Senate contest between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers.
The Detroit Regional Partnership, which has been around for six years, has been a significant catalyst, helping bring numerous jobs and companies to the region.
The roundtable talks politics, civility and issues that will resonate this fall in various elections.
As we count down the final days of summer, there's still a wee bit of time left to grab a good book as you head to the beach or maybe your backyard.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
More rainfall is possible on Wednesday and this weekend.
Michigan U.S. Senate candidate declined a televised debate with Abdul El-Sayed on Tuesday, accusing the moderator of taking sides. El-Sayed is now responding.
The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old boy who was killed in a shooting on Tuesday in a Pontiac home.
Fox 2 Detroit announced it is holding a debate between Michigan U.S. Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers on Tuesday. Although El-Sayed agreed to the debate, Rogers declined. Rogers speaks with CBS News Detroit about his reasoning.
Michigan's Home Heating Credit is designed to help low-income households offset some of the cost of keeping their homes warm. Both renters and homeowners can qualify.