Sep 25 Thursday
College sports are undergoing seismic changes – whether it’s the landmark House legal settlement, the introduction of Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) money for athletes, or the use of the transfer portal. Join Morning Edition host Doug Tribou as he moderates a panel of sports experts, including bestselling author and sports commentator John U. Bacon, in a discussion about the collegiate sports environment. The panel will look at the immediate effects of the House settlement, explain what fans can expect in the coming years, and take questions from the audience. This event is part of the popular series, Issues & Ale, from Michigan Public, the state’s largest public radio network.
Oct 09 Thursday
After a successful premiere last year, Detroit Story Fest returns to the Motor City for year two at the Detroit Opera House. Join us on October 9th for a night of art, entertainment, and laughter.
Story Fest brings the best of the region’s storytellers to one stage. The event will host journalists from many newsrooms in the area to share their stories and provide a behind-the-scenes look at local journalism. A group of Michigan journalists will give attendees a peek into a world they’ve only observed from the outside.
Mark your calendars and join us for an evening of curiosity and intrigue at the Detroit Opera House on October 9th at 8:00 pm.
Sep 30 Tuesday
23rd Annual Wege Lecture - Powering Tomorrow Together: Uniting for a Clean Energy FutureFeaturing former U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer M. Granholm
This inspiring fireside chat features Jennifer Granholm, former U.S. Energy Secretary and Governor of Michigan. Join us as she addresses the urgent sustainability challenges of our time, from clean energy transitions to climate change.
This event will also be live-streamed.
Presented by:School for Environment and SustainabilityCenter for Sustainable SystemsGerald R. Ford School of Public Policy
The Wege Lecture is part of U-M Climate Week. #UMCW25 is a transformative university-wide initiative dedicated to addressing the environmental challenges of our time. Bringing together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members, we're committed to developing innovative solutions and driving meaningful climate action.