Higher Education Institutions
20 storiesEntity pages can collect program announcements, tuition or enrollment changes, campus developments, partnerships, rankings when editorially relevant, and explainers about admissions, training pathways or regional economic impact.
Michigan Schools Must Have Threat Assessment Teams by Oct. 1
Every K-12 school in Michigan must establish a behavioral threat assessment team by Oct. 1. The state has training available, but no public school-by-school registry shows which districts have complied.
Michigan Roads Get New Life From Recycled Tire Rubber
Michigan produces more than 10 million scrap tires each year. Research led by Michigan Tech's Zhanping You has brought tire rubber onto hundreds of miles of Michigan roads, with about 30 projects across 20 counties now shaping new standards.
Michigan State professor helps shape new climate assessment priorities
Steven Gray from Michigan State University has joined 175 researchers to set new priorities for U.S. climate assessments, aiming to guide future decisions on adaptation, resilience, and risk management nationwide.
University of Michigan falls in 2027 national college rankings
Michigan's top universities saw their rankings shift in the latest U.S. News & World Report list, as new metrics changed how schools are measured and compared.
University of Michigan opens new College of Pharmacy building
The University of Michigan has opened a six-story, 142,000-square-foot College of Pharmacy building. The new facility uses mass timber construction and flexible labs to support research, teaching, and sustainability.
University of Michigan greenlights $26M Lay Auto Lab overhaul
The University of Michigan will spend $26 million to modernize the Walter E. Lay Automotive Engineering Laboratory, expanding its electric vehicle and battery research by winter 2028.
Power Outage Shuts Down Michigan State University Dining Halls and Events
A widespread power outage at Michigan State University in East Lansing closed all campus dining locations and canceled a scheduled performance at the Wharton Center on Saturday afternoon.
Michigan Governor Visits Taiwan to Strengthen Tech and Talent Ties
Governor Gretchen Whitmer led a Michigan delegation to Taiwan, meeting with local leaders and university alumni to discuss new opportunities for trade, technology, and workforce development between Michigan and Taiwan.
Michigan Engineers Push Forward on New Nuclear Reactor Projects as Power Demand Rises
Michigan researchers and industry partners are developing smaller nuclear reactors and new ways to involve communities as the state looks for reliable, low-carbon energy to meet growing electricity needs.
Michigan Schools Expand Career Tech as Debate Over College Value Grows
Michigan is investing millions to expand career and technical education in schools, but with most high-demand jobs still requiring a bachelor's degree, educators and policymakers are divided on how far to push the skilled trades path for students
Dan Bartholomae Named Michigan State Athletic Director on Five-Year Deal
Dan Bartholomae will take over as Michigan State University's athletic director and vice president under a five-year contract worth more than $1.3 million per year. The university announced his appointment at a news conference in East Lansing.
Michigan State University to Lead New National Turbulence Research Center
A $30 million National Science Foundation grant will fund the TEMPEST Science and Technology Center at Michigan State University, aiming to advance turbulence research with AI, computation and hands-on experiments starting in 2026
University of Michigan Ross School Opens New Los Angeles Campus
The University of Michigan's Ross School of Business has launched a 20,000-square-foot campus in downtown Los Angeles, offering expanded executive education and event space for students, alumni and business leaders on the West Coast
Madonna University Opens The Hawk With Record Football Win Over Judson
Madonna University football marked its first game at The Hawk in Farmington Hills with a 77-14 victory over Judson University, delivering the program's second all-time win and a standout performance on both offense and defense
Four Michigan Colleges Launch Three-Year Bachelor's Degree Programs
Davenport University, Adrian College, Northwood University and the College for Creative Studies are now offering three-year bachelor's degrees, aiming to reduce costs and attract more students as enrollment challenges persist across Michigan.
New Federal Workforce Pell Grants Open Doors for Job Training Students
Community colleges nationwide are seeking approval to offer Workforce Pell grants, making short-term job training more affordable for students pursuing careers in fields like healthcare, trucking, and skilled trades
States Shift to Unified Cyber Defense as AI Threats Grow
State and local governments are moving toward integrated cybersecurity strategies to counter increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, with new federal guidance and AI-powered tools helping protect critical public services and infrastructure.
Florida Moves to Regulate AI Use in Public Schools and Colleges
Florida's education boards are preparing new rules to govern artificial intelligence in classrooms from pre-K through college, with policies aimed at student safety, parental notification, and academic integrity set for review and votes in September.
University of Michigan to Pilot Hiding First-Semester Grades in 2027
Starting fall 2027, the University of Michigan will launch a pilot program withholding first-semester letter grades from transcripts and GPA calculations for new LSA students, aiming to support academic exploration and student well-being.
U-M Seminar Trains Scholars to Preserve Ancient Papyrus Manuscripts
The University of Michigan recently hosted a 10-day seminar for nine international scholars, offering hands-on training in the conservation of rare papyrus texts dating back thousands of years. The program is unique in the Americas.