Northern Michigan University’s new president plans to strengthen economic ties between the school and Marquette.
Michigan colleges and universities
Posted inTalent & Education
Who’s running for Michigan university boards? Get to know the candidates
Did you know you have a say in who leads Michigan’s public universities?
Posted inMichigan Government
Michigan elections FAQ: Where Trump, Harris stand on education
Trump and Harris are divided on the political culture war surrounding schools and managing the costs of higher education. Here are the facts and where the candidates stand.
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First-year student enrollment down at Michigan universities
As financial aid delays racked up this spring, officials worried enrollment would suffer. Now, state numbers show some schools saw steeper declines than others.
Posted inMichigan Environment Watch
U-M gives AI assistant to every student. Environmental worries follow
In September, the school gave personal AI assistants to the more than 50,000 students at the University of Michigan.
Posted inBusiness Watch
Universities must work together to keep graduates in Michigan, leaders say
Universities have an obligation to help create jobs to ensure students stay in Michigan, U-M President Santa Ono told a gathering at the Detroit Economic Club.
Posted inMichigan Government
Harris’ membership in AKA sorority sparks ‘Divine 9’ political action push
Kamala Harris’ membership in Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority brings a unique set of voters into the conversation and shines a light on the role of ‘Divine 9’ organizations in the presidential election.
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From TikTok to tailgates, Trump and Harris woo young Michigan voters
Young voters could make or break the election. But in Michigan, low turnout is the norm.
Posted inMichigan Health Watch
Michigan needs doctors more than ever. More medical schools haven’t helped
Universities have aggressively expanded medical schools with the hope that could curb a looming doctor shortage. Instead, the shortage worsened as newly licensed doctors left Michigan.
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Central Michigan University taps Augusta University administrator as president
Central Michigan University has picked its new leader at a critical time. The 16th president will start November 1.