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UMS Announces Programming Leadership Transition

March 9, 2023

UMS announces a transition in programming leadership, as Michael Kondziolka retires after 36 years, passing the baton to Mark Jacobson in the 2023/24 season.

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Donor Spotlight: Kathy and Bert Moberg

February 24, 2023

UMS donors Kathy and Bert Moberg have spent a lifetime developing their passion for the performing arts — especially theater.

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April Events at the Ypsilanti Freighthouse

February 21, 2023

A new partnership with the City of Ypsilanti brings performances and events for all ages to the Ypsilanti Freighthouse, April 22-29.

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Top Moments from No Safety Net 3.0

February 10, 2023

More than 5,000 audience members of all ages participated in UMS’s No Safety Net 3.0 festival across January and February! Dive into our blog and enjoy a look back on our favorite moments.

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Announcing the 2022 DTE Energy Foundation Educator of the Year

February 3, 2023

UMS and the DTE Energy Foundation are pleased to honor Washtenaw Technical Middle College teacher Emily Zdyrko as the 2022 DTE Energy Foundation Educator of the Year.

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Talking Trash: an Interactive Discussion Inspired by The Plastic Bag Store

January 31, 2023

The U-M Museum of Art, U-M Arts Initiative, the Graham Sustainability Institute, and UMS joined forces to offer this illuminating event designed to share diverse perspectives and empower individual action. Single-use…

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Michigan Connections Run Deep in Sphinx Symphony Orchestra’s First US Tour

January 19, 2023

Learn how the artists and works featured in the Sphinx Symphony Orchestra’s program have meaningful connections to the University of Michigan community.