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ANN ARBOR, MI - With no permanent president at University of Michigan, the president’s house on 815 S. University Ave. is currently unoccupied. The president’s house is the oldest building on the UM campus in Ann Arbor, built in 1840 for less than $8,000. “We have unique opportunities to perform major renovations during the periods of transition between university presidents while the house is unoccupied,” Chatas said. In addition to the $15 million renovation of the president’s house, the regents also unanimously approved a nearly $10 million expenditure to build a temporary recreation facility for students on Central Campus. It would be located on Palmer Field next to the Central Campus Recreation Building, which will be replaced by a $165 million building by 2025.

ANN ARBOR, MI - Former University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel reached a settlement with the university Thursday, apologizing for an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate in the process. In exchange for other benefits surpassing $1 million in compensation, Schlissel was required to apologize for his conduct. Read more: Mark Schlissel could stick around University of Michigan as a tenured faculty memberThe agreement also guarantees his tenured faculty position will go unchallenged, as he remains a professor of microbiology, immunology, medicine and biology. “This agreement between the university and Mark Schlissel brings closure to this matter and allows the university to move forward,” according to a statement from the university. He broke a rule he introduced this summerUniversity of Michigan fires president for inappropriate relationship with employee

A former president at the University of Michigan who was fired over a relationship with a subordinate has apologized to the school’s governing board.

ANN ARBOR, MI - A Detroit-area activist seeks the name of Mark Schlissel’s subordinate who was involved with him in the inappropriate relationship that got him fired for cause in January, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday. Charles Blackwell, a 28-year-old Farmington Hills resident, submitted a Freedom of Information Act request for the anonymous complaint that eventually led to Schlissel’s removal, according to the lawsuit filed in the Michigan Court of Claims on Feb. 9.

ANN ARBOR, MI - Regents, alumni, faculty, students and more make up the new University of Michigan search committee for a president to replace Mark Schlissel. The search committee, which also includes members of UM’s Dearborn and Flint campuses, is “widely representative of our diverse university community,” Hubbard wrote in the message. The second are a series of virtual town hall sessions over Zoom for committee members and Isaacson, Miller to hear from community members. While the sessions are meant to focus on a specific UM community, anyone may attend them, officials said. University community members can also submit confidential nominations and applications for president here.

ANN ARBOR, MI - The fight against University of Michigan is far from over for some survivors of sexual abuse from late athletic doctor Robert Anderson, said former UM football player Jon Vaughn. The next part of Vaughn’s campaign is a two-part appearance this week on Dr. Phil McGraw’s syndicated TV show “Dr. Read more: Settlement may ‘close Pandora’s box’ with University of Michigan, survivor of Anderson sexual abuse saysAlmost 1,200 rapes reported to UM in 2020 were related to Anderson’s abuse, according to a campus safety report. Jon Vaughn, a former running back for University of Michigan in the early 1990s, is running for a seat on the Board of Regents. “History will always repeat itself until the whole truth comes out.”Read more from The Ann Arbor News:University of Michigan to overhaul how it handles sexual misconduct casesMark Schlissel’s firing reveals hypocrisy at University of Michigan, sexual abuse survivors say‘You can give me a private briefing.’ Emails detail ousted University of Michigan president’s inappropriate relationship

University of Michigan interim President Mary Sue Coleman, who has taken over the position in the wake of Mark Schlissel’s removal, issues a message to the community last week to address her “priorities for the coming months.”

Students like her feel unheard in fixing the problem of misconduct across the university, she said. She and fellow representatives formed the Sexual Misconduct Response and Prevention Task Force on Jan. 12. UM overhauled its sexual misconduct policies over the summer, which were informed by consultation from Guidepost Solutions in the wake of the university’s multiple sexual misconduct scandals the last few years. Read more: University of Michigan to overhaul how it handles sexual misconduct casesNighswonger has found that university leaders do not seriously seek student input, which can create a frustrating situation for people like her. With the awareness of sex misconduct increasing on campus, it can feel overwhelming for students, Nighswonger said.

ANN ARBOR, MI - Mark Schlissel may be out as the University of Michigan’s president, but he’s still listed as as a tenured faculty member on campus. While the UM Board of Regents fired the former UM president Saturday, Jan. 15, for his inappropriate relationship with a subordinate, he retains his appointment as a tenured faculty member, said UM spokesman Rick Fitzgerald. The contract states that Schlissel “shall have (his) rights as a tenured faculty member,” said Sarah Prescott, founding partner of Northville-based law firm Salvatore, Prescott and Porter, PLLC. Disciplinary proceedings may be initiated by the provost or by the dean, director or other executive authority of the school in which the tenured faculty member works. The inappropriate relationship between Schlissel and a subordinate directly violates a policy Schlissel and the university implemented last summer prohibiting supervisor-subordinate relationships.

ANN ARBOR, MI - The fact Mark Schlissel was fired wasn’t too shocking, said University of Michigan sophomore Alexa Goldstein. Some students interviewed on campus Tuesday, Jan. 18, found humor in the situation, while others put the incident in the context of various university issues. “When the dust settles and the laughter subsides, come May, I’ll find it hard not to be an alumni embarrassed by the University of Michigan,” she wrote. Read more from MLive:Why did University of Michigan fire Mark Schlissel? He broke a rule he introduced this summerUniversity of Michigan fires president for inappropriate relationship with employeeTimeline of the Dr. Robert Anderson abuse scandal at University of MichiganNew University of Michigan president addresses community after Mark Schlissel’s firing

Days after Mark Schlissel was fired as president of the University of Michigan, the survivors of Dr. Robert Anderson are calling for his replacement to make major changes.

ANN ARBOR, MI - Robert Stone has not had many reasons to smile when thinking about the University of Michigan, his alma mater, the last few decades. A survivor of sexual abuse by the late Dr. Robert Anderson, Stone prompted the university investigation into Anderson in a letter written in July 2018. Ultimately, though, Stone and fellow gay Anderson survivor Keith Moree said they each find Schlissel’s actions demonstrate their alma mater’s hypocrisy regarding sexual misconduct. Read more: New University of Michigan president addresses community after Mark Schlissel’s firingHundreds of survivors, many identified as John Doe, filed a federal lawsuit in June 2020 over UM’s alleged role in Anderson’s abuse. “Over time if this continues, a degree from UM will just be an embarrassment.”Read more from MLive:Why did University of Michigan fire Mark Schlissel?

ANN ARBOR, MI — University of Michigan’s Mary Sue Coleman released her first statement as interim president Sunday following the dismissal of former president Mark Schlissel. UM regents voted unanimously to remove Schlissel over the weekend after emails revealed he was having an inappropriate relationship with a university employee. Read more: Why did University of Michigan fire Mark Schlissel? The biochemist and former University of Iowa president is also the fourth-longest-serving president in the University of Michigan’s history. ALSO ON MLIVE:Retaliation against individuals reporting misconduct banned at University of MichiganUniversity of Michigan to overhaul how it handles sexual misconduct casesUpdates to sexual misconduct policy align University of Michigan with new Title IX guidance

The employee wrote in a 2021 exchange that her "heart hurts," according to the board, which said Schlissel responded: "I know. mine too."

Mark Schlissel has been removed as president of the University of Michigan due to an alleged "inappropriate relationship with a university employee," the school said Saturday on its website.

The University of Michigan Board of Regents named former school president Mary Sue Coleman as interim president after firing Dr. Mark Schlissel from his presidency.

KENT COUNTY, MI – Police are investigating a suspicious death that was reported in Rockford on Sunday, Jan. 16. The Rockford Department of Public Safety was called to investigate the death of a 42-year-old woman found inside a home on the 100 block of E. Division St. in Rockford on Sunday. The Kent County Sheriff’s Office’s Investigative Division was contacted to assist with the investigation, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. Authorities said the cause and manner of the death are unknown at this time pending an autopsy. There is no known threat to the public, according to the release.

On Saturday, University of Michigan President Dr. Mark Schlissel was fired after being accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a subordinate.

ANN ARBOR, MI - University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel was fired for breaking the same rule he announced and implemented this summer. A class-action lawsuit headed by UM senior Josephine Graham aims for federal courts to force UM to implement further sexual misconduct policy changes. “The most glaring issue is sexual misconduct reform,” Arun said. “That is exemplified by the reason for which President Schlissel got fired. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:Retaliation against individuals reporting misconduct banned at University of MichiganUniversity of Michigan to overhaul how it handles sexual misconduct casesUpdates to sexual misconduct policy align University of Michigan with new Title IX guidance

The university said Mark Schlissel was removed as president due to an alleged "inappropriate relationship with a university employee."

University of Michigan removed Mark Schlissel as president after an alleged sexual affair and appointed former president Mary Sue Coleman in an interim role.

The investigation started in December following a tip, according to the Board, and found Schlissel had been using his university email address to communicate with another employee.

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Best, mark.”The rest show Schlissel using his university email to flirt, discuss travel plans and arrange meetings with the employee. “They may be on to something,” he wrote “Oh yes!” the woman wrote back. “Love it when you say that,” Schlissel replied. On June 29, 2021, Schlissel received a thank you note for appearing in a birthday video. m.”On Dec. 3, 2021, the woman emailed Schlissel about the Big Ten Championship President’s Suite briefing info.

ANN ARBOR, MI – The University of Michigan Board of Regents on Saturday, Jan. 15 announced they were removing Dr. Mark Schlissel as president after investigating an inappropriate relationship he had with a university employee. On Dec. 8, 2021, the board received an anonymous complaint that Schlissel was involved in an alleged sexual affair with a university employee, according to a termination letter. “After an investigation, we learned that Dr. Schlissel, over a period of years, used his University email account to communicate with that subordinate in a manner inconsistent with the dignity and reputation of the University,” the board said in a press release. Schlissel was removed from office effective immediately. Former University of Michigan president Mary Sue Coleman will serve as interim president.

The University of Michigan says Mark Schlissel has been removed as school president due to an alleged “inappropriate relationship with a university employee."

Mark Schlissel has been removed as president of the University of Michigan due to an alleged "inappropriate relationship with a university employee," the school said Saturday on its website. The removal was effective “immediately,” University of Michigan Board of Regents said, adding that members learned Dec. 8, 2021 about the relationship from an anonymous complaint and that an investigation revealed that “over the years,” Schlissel used his university email account to “communicate with that subordinate in a manner inconsistent with the dignity and reputation of the university.” “As you know, the Regents received an anonymous complaint regarding an alleged sexual affair between you and a subordinate,” the board wrote in its letter to Schlissel informing him of his removal.

The University of Michigan Board of Regents voted to fire Dr. Mark Schlissel as president after an investigation into an alleged relationship with a subordinate.

The University of Michigan Board of Regents voted to remove Dr. Mark Schlissel as president, effective immediately, following an investigation into possible misconduct.

Cases of COVID-19 increased at U-M days before the winter semester began.

U-M students will return to in-person instruction on Wednesday.

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The University of Michigan will require proof of the COVID vaccine or a negative test to attend on-campus sporting events or performances in 2022, officials announced.

ANN ARBOR, MI - University of Michigan will resume in-person classes despite the continued prevalence of the omicron variant of COVID-19, officials said Tuesday. UM will impose additional measures to mitigate spread next semester, officials said, including required COVID-19 booster shots, increased testing and providing proof of vaccination or negative test to attend sporting events. Additional health measures for the winter include required vaccine boosters for all students, faculty and staff on all three campuses by Feb. 4. Other measures include:All students living in on-campus housing must take a COVID-19 test upon arrival, and it must be done through the UM COVID-19 tracking system. Cases nearly tripled to 243 cases the week after Halloween and the UM-MSU football game, according to UM data.

The University of Michigan will resume in-person classes starting Jan. 5, with additional COVID safety precautions in place.

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Despite the many challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, the University of Michigan’s “financial position remains strong,” according to the school’s annual report.

The groundbreaking for the new campus is set for 2023.

Vaughn, a former University of Michigan running back and survivor of sexual abuse by the late UM athletic doctor Robert Anderson, compares climbing the world’s tallest mountain to his attempts to hold his university accountable for the abuse. Read more: HBO’s ‘Real Sports’ airing segment on late University of Michigan doctor’s sex abuseThe lawsuit, filed in June 2020, entered into what UM spokespeople label “court-guided mediation” in October 2020. “He (told me he’s) never seen one this big that isn’t cancer,” Vaughn said. Other athletes feel the same way.”Read more: Alleged sexual abuse by former University of Michigan doctor traumatized former football player. This is just a hiccup along the road.”Read more from The Ann Arbor News:Retaliation against individuals reporting misconduct banned at University of MichiganSurvivor of late University of Michigan doctor’s sex abuse running for regent‘All you’re doing is avoiding, avoiding, avoiding’: Survivor of late doctor’s abuse sitting outside University of Michigan president’s houseUniversity of Michigan to overhaul how it handles sexual misconduct casesUpdates to sexual misconduct policy align University of Michigan with new Title IX guidance

Roughly 25,000 employees across all three U-M campuses will receive the one-time payment.

ANN ARBOR, MI - Certain University of Michigan staff will receive $1,500 bonuses by the end of the year for working during the COVID-19 pandemic. I am very proud to work alongside you.”The employees eligible for bonuses include those with and without bargaining agreements, according to a university news release. UM’s Dearborn and Flint campuses will provide similar recognition to their respective employees, officials said. A hiring freeze in the last year also left many jobs empty, thus adding more work onto the plates of fewer employees, officials said. Temporary employees, faculty with unpaid appointments, visiting faculty, emeritus faculty and other supplemental faculty and staff will not receive payments.

ANN ARBOR, MI - For a month and a half, Jon Vaughn has camped outside of University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel’s on-campus house. Vaughn’s story and current fight against UM will feature in a segment of HBO’s “Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel” at 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 23. The segment will cover Anderson’s alleged abuse of “more than a thousand” people, according to an HBO release, and evaluate UM’s response. Almost 1,200 rapes reported to UM last year were related to Anderson’s abuse, according to a campus safety report. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:‘All you’re doing is avoiding, avoiding, avoiding’: Survivor of late doctor’s abuse sitting outside University of Michigan president’s houseUniversity of Michigan to overhaul how it handles sexual misconduct casesUpdates to sexual misconduct policy align University of Michigan with new Title IX guidance

Students participated in a walkout on Friday demanding transparency and accountability from U-M officials on matters involving the climate and sexual misconduct.

ANN ARBOR, MI - Some University of Michigan students will perform a walkout Friday to protest sexual violence on campus, among other issues. The other three are Assistant Athletic Director Paul Schmidt, Title IX Coordinator Elizabeth Seney and Tamiko Strickman, director of the Equity, Civil Rights and Title IX (ECRT) Office. Seney has been the target of multiple lawsuits questioning the handling of Title IX investigations into sexual misconduct. While the protest is organized by students, anybody on the university and local community may attend, according to a release by protesters. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:Survivor of late University of Michigan doctor’s sex abuse running for regentRetaliation against individuals reporting misconduct banned at University of Michigan‘All you’re doing is avoiding, avoiding, avoiding’: Survivor of late doctor’s abuse sitting outside University of Michigan president’s houseUniversity of Michigan to overhaul how it handles sexual misconduct casesUpdates to sexual misconduct policy align University of Michigan with new Title IX guidance

Former star Wolverine running back and Dr. Robert Anderson Survivor, Jon Vaughn, announced he will run for the U-M Board of Regents in 2022.

ANN ARBOR, MI - The search for a new provost at the University of Michigan has begun. A 13-member selection committee and “appointment advisory group” is being chaired by President Mark Schlissel, according to a university news release. The new provost, who will also serve as executive vice president for academic affairs, will succeed Susan Collins, who concludes her appointment on June 30, 2022. More information on the provost position can be found here, and information on the selection process can be found here. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:Former University of Michigan music professor sentenced to prison for sex crimesSurging flu cases at University of Michigan focus of new CDC studyFederal COVID vaccine mandate overrides employee agreements at University of Michigan, Michigan MedicineUniversity of Michigan to keep COVID-19 prevention measures for winter semester

ANN ARBOR, MI - The last time Jon Vaughn experienced Ann Arbor snowfall was the spring of his final football season at University of Michigan in 1990. “If he won’t talk to me near a tent, maybe he’ll talk to me if I’m a regent,” he said. The way the university addressed sexual harassment by former provost Martin Philbert, as well as separate sexual misconduct cases by three computer science engineering professors and an opera teacher, have also faced scrutiny. In addition to addressing sexual misconduct on campus, Vaughn also stated other priorities such as fundraising and facilitating “entrepreneurship” among students and faculty. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:‘All you’re doing is avoiding, avoiding, avoiding’: Survivor of late doctor’s abuse sitting outside University of Michigan president’s houseUniversity of Michigan to overhaul how it handles sexual misconduct casesUpdates to sexual misconduct policy align University of Michigan with new Title IX guidance

ANN ARBOR, MI - The University of Michigan reported the highest number of weekly COVID-19 cases since students moved in for fall semester. This surpasses the previous high spread of 195 cases reported during the Aug. 29 move-in week. MSU reported an increase to 80 cases from the week of Nov. 1, almost triple from the previous reported week. Anyone identified as a close contact will be contacted by the UM Contact Tracing Corps, according to a UM FAQ. Investigators work to determine the last 14 days of activities for positive cases.

University of Michigan president Mark Schlissel acknowledged the protest at Thursday’s Board of Regents meeting. But his comments did nothing to deter Vaughn.

FLINT, MI - It’s been two weeks since Jon Vaughn started sitting in front of University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel’s house. A survivor of the late UM athletic doctor Robert Anderson’s sex abuse, Vaughn said he will sit in front of the South University Avenue residence until Schlissel has a personal conversation with him about the university’s handling of the case.

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Vaughn, a survivor of late UM athletic doctor Robert Anderson’s sexual abuse, said he just wants a personal conversation with Schlissel. The group included fellow survivors of Anderson, those of former MSU athletic doctor Larry Nassar and several UM students. The demonstration is partially to force an interaction with Schlissel and partially to educate UM students on Anderson’s abuse. Other Anderson survivors, such as former UM football player Chuck Christian, Evashevski and dozens more joined Vaughn in support. A deeper look into report on University of Michigan doctor’s sexual abuse

Jon Vaughn, who was a Wolverine football standout in the late 1980s, has been camping in a tent outside of University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel’s home since last Friday.

Then, news of the late University of Michigan athletic doctor Robert Anderson’s abuse of more than 1,000 athletes and students became a national story. Vaughn said he attributes the delay in the UM case to male survivors of sexual abuse not being taken as seriously. “The world has to understand that the face of sexual abuse not only includes young gymnasts. “All you’re doing is avoiding, avoiding, avoiding.”Vaughn is committed to waiting outside Schlissel’s house a month or more. A deeper look into report on University of Michigan doctor’s sexual abuse

Mark Schlissel will be paid his presidential salary for up to two years after June 2023, under an agreement with the Board of Regents.

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The survivors participated in a sit-in in front of the university president’s home. They said they aren’t stopping until they get a face-to-face meeting with President Mark Schlissel and the Board of Trustees.

The president of the University of Michigan says he’ll return to teaching and research “if nothing more interesting comes along.”.

ANN ARBOR, MI – Ann Arbor’s staple burger joint Blimpy Burger was closed for the day earlier this week for a film crew to come in and shoot some footage for a television show. Tree Town to Flavortown: Blimpy Burger closes for filming of Food Network’s ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’Krazy Jim’s Blimpy Burger may soon be making a return to Food Network. The Ann Arbor staple, located at 304 South Ashley Street, announced on Facebook that it would be closed on Tuesday, Oct. 5, for a Food Network filming. Why aren’t Ann Arbor schools using it? One difference this fall, however, is the absence of a homecoming court, Dexter Community Schools Superintendent Chris Timmis said.

ANN ARBOR, MI - The University of Michigan is “a university that matters,” President Mark Schlissel said Thursday morning to a packed auditorium of UM leaders. “(These) team members stay abreast of these guidelines, along with the most up-to-date research.”Another point of emphasis is university research. Read more: University of Michigan regents appoint Susan M. Collins as provostSchlissel finished his remarks by pledging his final two years as president to “the important work” of the university. “As long as challenges remain in our society, the University of Michigan’s work will remain unfinished,” he said. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:University of Michigan president stepping down in 2023University of Michigan president is getting a 3% raise despite delayed performance reviewNew policies wouldn’t have stopped former provost’s sexual harassment, argues University of Michigan faculty

The president of the University of Michigan, who is stepping down in 2023, said Thursday he'll return to teaching and research “if nothing more interesting comes along.”

ANN ARBOR, MI - University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel will get a series of perks and honorary titles when he officially steps down in July 2023. Read more: University of Michigan president stepping down in 2023Upon his departure, Schlissel will assume the title of president emeritus and get a $5,000 monthly housing allowance during one year of service as a special adviser to the university. The contract allows Schlissel to be terminated early from his position as president for cause, which would cease his benefits. Schlissel will speak publicly to university leadership at 8:30 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 7, at the Ross Business School to address next year’s goals for the university. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:University of Michigan president is getting a 3% raise despite delayed performance reviewUniversity of Michigan faculty blast COVID-19 remote learning rulesNew policies wouldn’t have stopped former provost’s sexual harassment, argues University of Michigan faculty

The president of the University of Michigan said on Tuesday, Oct. 6, that he will step down in June 2023, a year before his contract expires.

ANN ARBOR, MI - University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel will step down from his role in June 2023. The future resignation, announced Tuesday, Oct. 5, is one year earlier than the end of his current contract, which runs through 2024. The leadup to his stepping down will “support a smooth and thoughtful leadership transition for the university,” Schlissel said in a statement. “I appreciate the leadership of President Schlissel throughout his term and know that he is going to continue to work hard to advance our great institution,” said Regent Chair Jordan Acker. Read more from The Ann Arbor News:University of Michigan president is getting a 3% raise despite delayed performance reviewUniversity of Michigan faculty blast COVID-19 remote learning rulesNew policies wouldn’t have stopped former provost’s sexual harassment, argues University of Michigan faculty

University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel announced he will end his tenure as university president in June 2023, which is one year earlier than previously planned.

ANN ARBOR, MI - While COVID-19 cases continue to decline at the University of Michigan, its faculty still pointed out multiple issues with preventative policies on Monday. That power lies with deans, though “in practice, they defer” to Work Connections, she said. Collins defended Work Connections by making the same point that deans ultimately formed plans for returning to in-person learning, including exemption requests through Work Connections. “We shouldn’t let (the UM COVID-19) dashboard fool us,” he said. Allowing more dispersed autonomy of workplace flexibility would cause “unpredictable disruptions for many students,” Schlissel and Collins wrote in last week’s letter.

ANN ARBOR, MI - A motion by the University of Michigan Faculty Senate on Monday argues that new university sexual misconduct policies still fall short in stopping harassment on campus. Deans and department chairs must explain in writing why discipline was not imposed on those with sexual misconduct allegations leveled against them. ECRT must reference all prior reports of sexual misconduct “to discover patterns. UM must form a “committee of survivors” to work with informed faculty and staff to recommend new sexual misconduct policies. A deeper look into report on University of Michigan doctor’s sexual abuseUniversity of Michigan official mishandled Title IX case at another Big 10 university, lawsuit alleges

Classes will continue as normal on Monday, announced U-M President Mark Schlissel after shooting threat made over weekend.

ANN ARBOR, MI - University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel was given a 3% pay raise at Thursday’s Board of Regents meeting. Schlissel’s performance evaluation was delayed, and no explanation for the raise was given at the meeting other than Schlissel’s “leadership.”Acker later released a statement explaining the raise. There was no additional comment from the regents about the pay raise, and Schlissel offered his thanks. The performance review was delayed due to the head of the personnel committee being out of town, Acker wrote on Twitter after the meeting. This is the second time Schlissel’s performance review has been delayed, including last year’s delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The majority of U-M Ann Arbor students are vaccinated against COVID-19, according to a school update.

Students return to class at U-M on Aug. 30.

ANN ARBOR, MI - The University of Michigan will keep its indoor mask mandate even for fully vaccinated students, faculty and staff in order to cope with rising COVID-19 infections. UM remains resolute in its vaccine mandate, Schlissel said, as the university’s goal is to make most of its activities in person. “Our focus right now is on getting students vaccinated,” UM spokesman Rick Fitzgerald said on Aug. 2. Exemption requests are being reviewed by staff members in the University Health Service, Student Life, Human Resources and Occupational Health Services departments. Read more University of Michigan news:Union leader says University of Michigan lecturers could leave due to vaccine mandateCOVID-19 outbreaks at University of Michigan last year mostly stayed on campus, study saysUniversity of Michigan students are back this fall and here’s their plan for moving in

University of Michigan announced a new mask mandate as the delta variant emerges on campus and throughout the country.

The University of Michigan and Michigan State University will require all students, faculty, and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 by the start of the fall semester.

The University of Michigan, rocked by scandals involving a senior official and a longtime doctor, is creating a new office dedicated to investigating sexual misconduct claims on campus, providing support to victims, and offering education.

These men represent a pattern of sexual misconduct that has gone public the last few years at the University of Michigan. Schlissel and regents will discuss sexual misconduct policy changes at the July 15 Board of Regents meeting, multiple sources close to the situation told MLive/The Ann Arbor News. The OIE investigation initially determined Lasecki had not committed sexual misconduct or violated the university’s sexual harassment policies. Read more: Computer science professor resigning amid sexual misconduct allegations at University of MichiganTwo other instances of misconduct in CSE include Jason Mars and Peter Chen, both professors. Between 2019 and 2020, the university responded to 177 reports of sexual misconduct, Fitzgerald said.

Universities often appear sympathetic, but go to great lengths to limit the release of information or make admissions of guilt. Michigan State University has been under fire for years over its handling of information in the case of Dr. Larry Nassar, who molested hundreds of young athletes over three decades. A release written by a UM spokesperson entitled, “Report: UM officials overlooked ‘destructive pattern’ of misconduct,” coincided with release of the WilmerHale report. “Michigan State was very much in (Cover-your-ass) mode under Simon,” Mack said. “What changed everything for Michigan State is when they had that sentencing hearing.

The University of Michigan Board of Regents approved the expansion of the Go Blue Guarantee promise to U-M Flint, Dearborn campuses.

ANN ARBOR, MI – A survivor of late University of Michigan athletic doctor Robert Anderson came forward Thursday at the Board of Regents meeting. Clubb, an Eastern Kentucky University graduate, did not attend UM, but offers support to those who did and also were abused by Anderson. Clubb then addressed the board about the accountability he said regents and university officials should take regarding sexual misconduct on campus. READ MORE:Bo Schembechler’s son goes public with claims of sexual abuse by ex-Michigan doctorWho knew? A deeper look into report on University of Michigan doctor’s sexual abuseUniversity of Michigan officials could have stopped abuse by late athletic doctor, report finds

Warde Manuel, director of the school’s athletic department, reported a $62.9 million operating deficit for fiscal year 2021 on Thursday, as part of a school-wide budget approval for 2022. “We thought we would have about 50 percent (attendance),” Manuel told University of Michigan president Mark Schlissel and its board of regents. Additionally, revenue-sharing distribution from the Big Ten Conference was projected to be down about $5 million this year, Manuel said. “We had actually said we thought (the deficit) would be somewhere around $80 million,” Manuel said, proud of his department’s cost-savings. Manuel is projecting an operating surplus of $1.4 million for the next year, anticipating $180.4 million in revenue on $179 in expenses.

The University of Michigan will keep the name of a prominent Michigan Republican on a campus building, despite his description of Gov_ Gretchen Whitmer and two other Democrats as “witches.”.

ANN ARBOR, MI – University of Michigan’s Weiser Hall will continue to bear the name of Regent Ron Weiser despite his controversial comments about the state’s elected officials earlier this year. If the university were to violate the gift agreement and remove his name from a building, the university would be obligated to return the gift, Schlissel wrote. The gift amounts to $25 million, and overall, the Weisers have committed more than $100 million to the university. “Having considered these factors and weighed the difficult questions they raise, I have determined that I will not recommend to the Regents that they violate the gift agreement and change the name of Weiser Hall,” Schlissel wrote. READ MORE:Nessel: Michigan GOP chairman’s ‘witches’ remark could have serious consequencesState lawmakers are latest to call on Ron Weiser to resign from University of Michigan Board of Regents1,800 University of Michigan faculty members publicly condemn Ron Weiser’s comments

A new institute at the University of Michigan is focusing on creating awareness and proposing solutions to firearm injuries.

U-M community members have until June 7 to share their feedback on the renaming of Yost Ice Arena.

The University of Michigan is announcing a plan to achieve “carbon neutrality” by reducing emissions on its campuses and helping prevent them elsewhere.

The University of Michigan announced a plan Thursday to reduce carbon emissions from its campuses while compensating for future releases by preventing them elsewhere or removing the planet-warming gas from the atmosphere.

ANN ARBOR, MI – The University of Michigan will immediately take steps to achieve its goal of carbon neutrality across all greenhouse gas emissions scopes by 2040 through a number of initiatives. In following a report by the President’s Commission on Carbon Neutrality, UM plans to eliminate Scope 1 emissions, which result from direct, on-campus sources, by 2040, and achieve carbon neutrality for Scope 2 emissions – resulting from purchased electricity – by 2025, officials said. Initiating a campus master planning process that includes carbon neutrality at its center, in collaboration with faculty experts. In addition to the steps to achieve carbon neutrality, the university announced in March it would be discontinuing fossil fuel investments. In the months ahead, the university will develop a dashboard to track its progress toward carbon neutrality and keep the community informed, officials said.

U-M's President Mark Schlissel said individuals walking outdoors on campus can go mask-free.

University of Michigan employees will start to make a gradual return to on-site work in the coming months.

University of Michigan announces it will switch some Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine clinics to Pfizer, cancels others.

ANN ARBOR – The University of Michigan will stick to a virtual graduation ceremony but allow graduates to at least watch the event on screens inside the football stadium, officials said. The university has been criticized by some parents and students for not having a traditional graduation in the stadium as COVID-19 vaccines become widely available and restrictions on large gatherings are eased. The football stadium now can be opened at 20% capacity, a reason that was given Thursday for opening it to graduates on May 1. The commencement speakers will be elsewhere but visible on screens at the Big House. It’s the second year that a traditional graduation has been canceled at U-M because of the coronavirus.

(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. – The University of Michigan announced a plan Thursday to achieve “net zero” carbon footprint status for its $12.5 billion endowment by 2050 through measures including shifting away from investment in fossil fuels and toward renewable energy. It calls for $140 million worth of new investments in solar and wind developments and projects to limit carbon emissions. Numerous governments, businesses and universities have committed to net zero carbon footprints in the push to reduce emissions of gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming. “Net zero” generally means offsetting emissions of greenhouse gases with reductions elsewhere. Under the University of Michigan plan, endowment holdings in assets with carbon output would be balanced with investments in carbon reductions by 2050.

“Through implementation of the carbon neutrality plan, U-M will provide a model for taking early action to avoid the most adverse impacts of climate change. An institution can achieve carbon neutrality by offsetting the emissions it creates with emissions it removes. Establish, by 2025, carbon neutrality goal dates for Scope 3 emissions categories that are set for no later than 2040. Ad“I applaud the President’s Commission on Carbon Neutrality for leveraging the strengths of our university and broader community to bring forward a comprehensive report. “Our community comprises more than 100,000 students, staff and faculty, and our path toward carbon neutrality requires that they all feel empowered, represented and responsible.

(AP Photo/Tony Ding, File)ANN ARBOR – The University of Michigan has just announced its 2021 Fall term plan, and it will be a drastic shift from the current campus environment. According to officials, most classes will be taught in person, residence halls will open at roughly 80% capacity and fans will be able to attend athletic events in the stands. University President Mark Schlissel made the announcement at the beginning of a live COVID-19 briefing on Zoom with other university leaders. Most student-facing services, such as libraries, museums, study spaces, Recreational Sports facilities, counseling, wellness and other support services will have expanded in-person opportunities, while continuing to maintain remote options. Harmon said that new students can expect expanded fall welcome activities and the opportunity to engage with others on campus.

Parents and students rally outside the Michigan Union on March 6, 2021, calling for an in-person Spring Commencement. ANN ARBOR – A group of University of Michigan parents and students gathered outside the Michigan Union on Saturday afternoon calling for the school to offer an in-person graduation. AdU-M parent and rally organizer Tammy Dahlstrom holds a sign on S. State Street in Ann Arbor on March 6, 2021. There’s no real reason why we can’t do it.”Dahlstrom said the group wants one graduation ceremony at Michigan Stadium, which could be smaller than normal years. Senior Claire DiFranco (right) rallies for an in-person gradution at University of Michigan's Ann Arbor campus on March 6, 2021.

ANN ARBOR – The University of Michigan has announced that its Spring Commencement will take place virtually on May 1 at noon. During a normal year, Michigan Stadium would be bustling with graduates, their friends and family. “We still do not know what public health measures will need to be in place in May to hold events like commencement. Students’ individual names will not be read during the virtual event and diplomas will be mailed to their permanent residences. Additionally, President Schlissel announced that any graduates who missed an in-person commencement due to COVID-19 are invited to participate in any commencement ceremony of their choosing in the future.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is emphasizing the importance of COVID-19 testing after an outbreak on the University of Michigan campus. READ: Michigan Athletics put on pause -- Athletes, coaches, team-staff asked to quarantineFive cases of the highly-contagious variant B.1.1.7 are linked to the university’s athletics department. Some students at the University aren’t too thrilled at the fact that sports have been suspended due to the new variant of coronavirus. Washtenaw County Health Department Medical Director Juan Luis Marquez said the suspension is necessary to make sure no one else is being placed at risk since the new variant is easier to spread from person-to-person. “Hopefully we just stay safe and kids get vaccinated and then later in February, we’ll be able to resume as normal.”Related: Michigan health officials concerned over COVID variantsResidents can find COVID-19 test sites in their communities on Michigan’s official website..

ANN ARBOR – The University of Michigan said it hired a consultant to guide changes after the school’s chief academic officer was ousted because of sexual misconduct. Guidepost Solutions will assist the university in following recommendations by a law firm that said it had uncovered sexual misconduct by Martin Philbert during his long career. The July report also said U-M needs to educate students and employees about reporting sexual misconduct. It also has addressed sexual misconduct or discrimination matters at other universities. The university is paying $9.25 million to eight women who reported emotional or sexual abuse by Philbert.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The University of Michigan said Wednesday it will pay $9.25 million to eight women who reported emotional or sexual abuse by a man who became the school’s chief academic officer. "We thank them for their courage and we apologize to each one of them and to all survivors," the university said. Martin Philbert spent 25 years at the university, rising from toxicology professor to dean of the School of Public Health and then provost in 2017, a job that paid $570,000 a year. "The University of Michigan failed on many levels as this individual advanced through the administrative ranks,” the university said. The report said the provost search committee wasn’t aware, although a member apparently was familiar with some allegations “but did not think about it.”

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