University of Michigan

Three Michigan Health Systems Collaborate on $48 Million Laundry Service Facility

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Monday, April 29, 2019
Metro Detroit, Regions of the United States, Michigan, States of the United States, University of Michigan, V-12 Navy College Training Program, Geography of Detroit, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, Detroit, Henry Ford Health System

DETROIT, April 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Henry Ford Health System , Michigan Medicine and Saint Joseph Mercy Health System have formed a joint venture to build and operate a $48 million modern medical laundry service facility in Detroit.

Key Points: 
  • DETROIT, April 29, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Henry Ford Health System , Michigan Medicine and Saint Joseph Mercy Health System have formed a joint venture to build and operate a $48 million modern medical laundry service facility in Detroit.
  • The laundry service facility will be owned and operated by the Metropolitan Detroit Area Hospital Services (MDAHS), a Michigan nonprofit corporation.
  • When operational in the spring 2020, the new eco-friendly facility will have the capacity to service 78 million pounds of health care linens every year for the health systems combined.
  • Ann Arbor-based Michigan Medicine's University of Michigan Health System faced a similar plight with its own laundry facility on Hubbard Road, which turns 50 this year.

Hispanics' Consumer Confidence Drops Slightly in First Quarter as Political Divisions Show in Economic Expectations

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Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Consumer confidence, Countries, International organizations, United States, University of Michigan, World, Michigan

The Hispanic Consumer Sentiment Index, taken from January through March, stands at 96.6, down nearly two points from the fourth quarter of 2018 when the Index stood at 98.5.

Key Points: 
  • The Hispanic Consumer Sentiment Index, taken from January through March, stands at 96.6, down nearly two points from the fourth quarter of 2018 when the Index stood at 98.5.
  • The index is now two points above the first quarter score of 94.5 for the overall U.S. population as published by the University of Michigan .
  • Overall, 67 percent of Hispanics said they are financially better off today than a year ago, down four points from the fourth quarter of 2018 (71 percent).
  • Looking ahead, 74 percent of Hispanics indicated they would be better off over the next year, which is about the same as in the fourth quarter.

Ann Arbor SPARK Annual Meeting on April 30 Features Keynote by Brookings’ Amy Liu

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Monday, February 25, 2019
Technology, Other Technology, Small business, Professional services, Consulting, Human resources, Ann Arbor, Michigan, Metro Detroit, Arbor, University of Michigan, Michigan, Regions of the United States, States of the United States

Ann Arbor SPARK will host its annual meeting on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at the Eastern Michigan University Student Center.

Key Points: 
  • Ann Arbor SPARK will host its annual meeting on Tuesday, April 30, 2019, at the Eastern Michigan University Student Center.
  • Ann Arbor SPARKs annual meeting is attended by business, government, and academic leaders from across the Ann Arbor region and is a unique networking opportunity.
  • Ann Arbor SPARK will also present its annual board chair awards and preview new projects and initiatives for the coming year.
  • Ann Arbor SPARKs annual meeting has become one of the marquee annual events in our community, bringing together thought leaders across all types of industries and organizations, said Paul Krutko, Ann Arbor SPARK president and CEO.

University of Michigan to Unveil New Home for the Museum of Natural History on April 14

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Wednesday, February 6, 2019
National Register of Historic Places in Washtenaw County, Michigan, Paleontology in Michigan, University of Michigan, University of Michigan Museum of Natural History, Michigan, Museum, National Register of Historic Places, States of the United States

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History (UMMNH) announced today it will re-open to the public on April 14 in a brand-new building.

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  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Feb. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History (UMMNH) announced today it will re-open to the public on April 14 in a brand-new building.
  • Favorite displays and specimens will mix with new exhibits in a stunning, state-of-the-art learning facility that combines billions of years of natural history with cutting-edge scientific research.
  • The museum will serve as a space where visitors can learn and explore about the past while discovering the present.
  • Additional exhibits, including one about the natural history of Michigan and another exploring the world of microbiology, will open in November 2019.

Renowned U-Michigan Professor Emerita Endows Two Gifts in LSA Art History Department

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Thursday, January 17, 2019
University of Michigan, National Endowment for the Humanities, Humanities, Culture

Together, the gifts will enhance the Department of History of Art's national standing among other top ranked programs while encouraging links with scholars worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • Together, the gifts will enhance the Department of History of Art's national standing among other top ranked programs while encouraging links with scholars worldwide.
  • With this gift, U-M becomes one of only two schools in the country with an endowed professorship in medieval art.
  • "Prof. Forsyth, one of U-M's great teachers, has dedicated her life to providing a better understanding of art, its history, and its impact on our world," said Elizabeth Sears, chair of the Department of History of Art and George H. Forsyth Jr. Collegiate Professor of History of Art.
  • Forsyth's gift is among the largest ever given to a department in the humanities division of LSA.

KLA-Tencor Announces Plans to Establish R&D Facility in Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Wednesday, October 24, 2018
KLA-Tencor, Milpitas, California, University of Michigan, Geography of California, KLA, Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Michigan, United States

MILPITAS, Calif., Oct. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- KLA-Tencor Corporation (NASDAQ: KLAC) has announced plans to establish a research-and-development (R&D) center in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

Key Points: 
  • MILPITAS, Calif., Oct. 24, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- KLA-Tencor Corporation (NASDAQ: KLAC) has announced plans to establish a research-and-development (R&D) center in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
  • "This location also allows the company to strengthen our long-term partnership with the University of Michigan, including engaging in collaborative research."
  • In addition, the expanding applications of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are driving strong demand for compute power and memory.
  • The project was conceived in partnership with Michigan Economic Development Corporation and approved by the Michigan Strategic Fund.

U-M's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts Breaks Down Financial Barriers for Students to Study Abroad

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Monday, October 22, 2018
Education, University of Michigan, Scholarship, Knowledge

University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) is finding a way to address this challenge.

Key Points: 
  • University of Michigan's College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA) is finding a way to address this challenge.
  • Since its inception in 2015, 209 students have been able to study abroad in 48 countries and 130 programs around the world.
  • "Through this unique LSA scholarship program, we are working to ensure that all students have the access and resources to study abroad.
  • In 2016-2017, the office awarded $1.7 million in scholarships to LSA students, which provided more than 400 students with financial aid opportunities to study abroad.

The M Den Selects Columbia Street Destination In The District Detroit For First Detroit Location

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Thursday, September 20, 2018
Metro Detroit, Geography of Michigan, Michigan, Hirth, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Michigan, University of Michigan

Scott Hirth, president and co-owner of The M Den, has been exploring options for a first Detroit location since he and his partners took over the family-owned business in 2013.

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  • Scott Hirth, president and co-owner of The M Den, has been exploring options for a first Detroit location since he and his partners took over the family-owned business in 2013.
  • "It was very important to us that the next round of investment was in the city of Detroit," Hirth said.
  • "With the resurgence, we wanted The M Den and by extension, the University of Michigan, to put our stamp on Detroit."
  • Frita Batidos, another Ann Arbor-based business, recently announced it would open its first location in Detroit along Columbia Street next year.

SMPL Receives $100,000 Investment from University of Michigan's Zell Founders Fund

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Tuesday, September 18, 2018
Economy, Lurie, University of Michigan, Venture capital

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Zell Founders Fund , a student-led venture fund in the Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies at the University of Michigan, announced today that it has made a $100,000 investment in organic snack brand, SMPL.

Key Points: 
  • ANN ARBOR, Mich., Sept. 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- The Zell Founders Fund , a student-led venture fund in the Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies at the University of Michigan, announced today that it has made a $100,000 investment in organic snack brand, SMPL.
  • The investment recognizes the progress SMPL has made since it was founded in 2016 and the potential it has for future growth.
  • Founded by Ellis Fried, University of Michigan BA '17, SMPL is setting a new standard for grab-and-go nutrition.
  • This investment is only the latest support that SMPL has received from the Zell Lurie Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies at the University of Michigan.

Infinium Spirits Announces New President Daniel Walker

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Friday, September 14, 2018
Solar car racing, University of Michigan, University of Michigan Solar Car Team, Aliso Viejo, California

ALISO VIEJO, Calif., Sept. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Infinium Spirits today announced that Daniel Walker will lead as President, Infinium Spirits United States, effective September 17, 2018.

Key Points: 
  • ALISO VIEJO, Calif., Sept. 14, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Infinium Spirits today announced that Daniel Walker will lead as President, Infinium Spirits United States, effective September 17, 2018.
  • Mr. Walker will provide leadership for all aspects of sales, marketing, and operations of Infinium Spirits.
  • In his most recent role as Executive Vice President, Finance, Mr. Walker oversaw the company's financials and annual operating plan exceeding $3 billion in revenue.
  • Infinium Spirits is a family-owned spirits company known for igniting brands and accelerating performance.