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“Safety doesn’t come from certainty. It comes from community.” At @UMichSPH's inaugural Global Public Health Futures event, Dr. @RajPanjabi discussed trust, resilience and leading through crisis with Dean Charles Holmes. Read more: myumi.ch/J4bgG

Global Public Health leader: Connection is our greatest protection

Dr. Raj Panjabi, physician and author of ‘Safer,’ joined Charles B. Holmes, dean of Michigan Public Health, for a conversation on building trust, countering misinformation and leading communities...

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Next week! Have you RSVP'd yet? myumi.ch/J4bj4

Halaloween x Michigan Medicine Panel: "Fears of the Body: Processing Illness, Death, and Loss with...

Join us on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the Hussey Room in the Michigan League at the University of Michigan for the first-ever Halaloween panel collaboration between the Global Islamic...

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Join us on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the Hussey Room in the Michigan League at the University of Michigan for the first-ever Halaloween panel collaboration between the Global Islamic Studies Center and Michigan Medicine’s Division of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine! An expert panel of pediatric, geriatric, hospice, and palliative care medical doctors, hospital chaplains, and horror film scholars will discuss how the horror genre and horror movies can be tools for people dealing with illness, grief, death, loss, and shared fears that are both specific to and transcend religion and culture. Panelists will discuss: what can horror tell us about the fears that people bring with them when they encounter bodily illness and healthcare providers, particularly when they, their elders, or their children are experiencing serious illness, the process of dying, ambiguous loss, or anticipatory grief? Can Muslim and spiritually or religiously themed horror movies provide psychological catharsis and alleviate suffering? This panel is free & in person, but RSVP is strongly encouraged: forms.gle/7QfdpWK9kg8v2Ak58 Meet the panelists: Dr. Adam Marks, MD, Clinical Professor of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine; Medical Director, Hospice Program and Adult Hospice Dr. Nurah Omobola Lawal, MD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics & Hospice and Palliative Medicine Dr. Karla Mallette, Professor of Italian and Mediterranean Studies; Founder, Halaloween Chaplain LJ Brazier, Michigan Medicine Spiritual Care Department, Palliative Care Chaplain Maryam Ashraf, Michigan Medicine Spiritual Care Department, Spiritual and Muslim Patient Care Moderator: Dr. Aliyah Khan, Director, Global Islamic Studies Center; Associate Professor of English & Afroamerican and African Studies This panel is brought to you by the Global Islamic Studies Center (GISC) in collaboration with the Division of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine at Michigan Medicine and the University of Michigan Medical School. What is Halaloween? Halaloween screens horror films from across the globe that were made by, for, or about Muslims to understand: “What scares Muslim audiences? Are horror movies halal?” The festival is mostly in-person and free–but make sure to reserve tickets! In-person screenings will be first-come, first-served, with RSVPs strongly encouraged. The 2026 Halaloween Lineup: October 8: Madayen | Saudi Arabia | 2016 | 7:00 PM | Arab American National Museum, Dearborn October 13: Under the Shadow | Iran | 2016 | 7:00 PM | State Theatre, Ann Arbor October 20: Tiger Stripes | Malaysia | 2023 | 7:00 PM | State Theatre, Ann Arbor October 27: Halaloween x Michigan Medicine Panel: “Fears of the Body: Processing Illness, Death, and Loss with Horror Movies” | Hussey Room, Michigan League, University of Michigan October 29: “Those Between Worlds: A Jinn Dreamscape": Halaloween Short Films and Live Music Score Retrospective at Devil's Night Detroit | Short films Aicha and Enmity Jinn | 7:00 PM | Brooklyn Detroit, Corktown (venue). *This event is ticketed and not free. RSVP & find out more: watch.eventive.org/halalowee…
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RSVP: myumi.ch/8Jx93 Date: November 4, 4:30 PM ET Location: 555 Weiser Hall (5th Floor), 500 Church Street, Ann Arbor MI Join the Global Islamic Studies Center (GISC) on November 4, 2026, at 4:30 PM in 555 Weiser Hall, University of Michigan, for a Qahwah & Authors book series author talk on LANDING IN PLACE, Sherine Hamdy's coming-of-age graphic novel about Anisa, a second-generation Egyptian-Muslim American college girl navigating identity, culture, religion, and family. Balancing humor with family tragedy and moments of joy amid political trauma, LANDING IN PLACE weaves together personal and global histories, spanning the Suez Crisis of 1956, the 2011 Arab Spring protests in Cairo’s Tahrir Square, and contemporary global protests for Palestinian rights. Through Anisa’s experiences as a young, hijab-wearing Muslim woman, Hamdy explores how migration to and diaspora in the United States, and neocolonialism and foreign intervention in Egypt and the Global South shape individual lives and family histories. LANDING IN PLACE begins as a story shaped by migrant and exile frustration and external assumptions about Muslim women, and evolves into one that celebrates Muslim identity and cultures, and the power of finding one’s voice. This event is brought to you by the University of Michigan Global Islamic Studies Center (GISC) and the Arab and Muslim American Studies (AMAS) Program in the Department of American Culture. About Sherine Hamdy: Sherine Hamdy is a Professor of Anthropology at the University of California Irvine, where she joined the faculty in 2017. She was previously a tenured faculty member at Brown University since 2006. She has published widely on the themes of Muslim medical ethics, the political economic distribution of disease in Egypt, and the role of physicians in the Arab spring uprisings. Her first book Our Bodies Belong to God: Organ Transplants, Islam, and the Struggle for Human Dignity in Egypt was published by the University of California Press in 2012. Hamdy also inaugurated the University of Toronto Press graphic novel series ethnoGRAPHIC with her co-authored graphic novel Lissa: A Story of Friendship, Medical Promise, and Revolution, which combines panel-to-panel comics narration with her medical anthropology research. In 2026, Penguin Random House published Hamdy's graphic novel Landing in Place, illustrated by Myra El Mir. Hamdy currently serves as Series Editor for the University of Toronto Press ethnoGRAPHIC series, and encourages academics to adopt multiple media forms in their distribution of research findings. For more events from the Global Islamic Studies Center at the University of Michigan, please visit ii.umich.edu/islamicstudies.
Flyer for "Landing in Place: A New Graphic Novel by Sherine Hamdy," hosted by Qahwah & Authors and the Global Islamic Studies Center. The event takes place November 4, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET in 555 Weiser Hall (5th Floor). Includes a portrait of author Sherine Hamdy, the book cover illustration, graphic novel panels with Arabic text, and a QR code with RSVP link myumi.ch/8Jx93.

ALT Flyer for "Landing in Place: A New Graphic Novel by Sherine Hamdy," hosted by Qahwah & Authors and the Global Islamic Studies Center. The event takes place November 4, 2026, at 4:30 PM ET in 555 Weiser Hall (5th Floor). Includes a portrait of author Sherine Hamdy, the book cover illustration, graphic novel panels with Arabic text, and a QR code with RSVP link myumi.ch/8Jx93.

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Beth Lane, an English alum from LSA, chronicled the journey of her mother, aunts, and uncle—seven Jewish siblings who were hidden in Germany before escaping to the U.S. myumi.ch/7JXrd
Two women sit, facing the camera, with a movie clapperboard in front of them.

ALT Two women sit, facing the camera, with a movie clapperboard in front of them.

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The 2026 #NobelPrize in Literature has been awarded to Anne Carson, former LSA professor, “for her bold and inventive oeuvre that, in playful dialogue with the classical tradition, has created new forms for contemporary literature.” myumi.ch/4xWXm
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ALT Anne Carson speaking into a microphone. Photo credit: Hayley Madden for The Poetry Society

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Calling all SiSA Alumni (2006–2025)! 💙 Celebrate 20 years of global exploration with @UmichCSAS this Friday, Oct 9 (11 AM–3 PM) at the Michigan League! Reconnect with peers, enjoy free lunch, and see how the program has evolved. RSVP here: myumi.ch/QMw9r
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University of Michigan School of Information researchers are advancing knowledge that builds a better world. Here are some of their recent publications, in @PNASNexus, @BigDataSoc, @CambridgeUP, @TRSE_Editor and beyond: myumi.ch/9J3yP
Digital illustration of a magnifying glass over text "UMSI Research Roundup." Text to right reads "Nice to Know You're Not Alone | Navigating Complexity. Check out UMSI faculty and PhD student publications."

ALT Digital illustration of a magnifying glass over text "UMSI Research Roundup." Text to right reads "Nice to Know You're Not Alone | Navigating Complexity. Check out UMSI faculty and PhD student publications."

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Voto envergonhado de bolsonaristas é mito ou verdade? Especialista da Universidade de Michigan explica bbc.in/46GOZeY

Voto envergonhado de bolsonaristas é mito ou verdade? Especialista em pesquisas da Universidade de...

O estatístico Raphael Nishimura explica que diferentes hipóteses ajudam a explicar o fenômeno que dá origem a essa crença, que não é recente e tem paraelo com a eleição de Trump nos EUA.

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Specialized equipment and unparalleled expertise at the new University of Michigan Histotripsy Center will advance clinical research and education of histotripsy, an ultrasound-based cancer treatment that destroys tumors without surgery. myumi.ch/G7qZR
Mikey Komaiha, a Ph.D. student in biomedical engineering at the University of Michigan, prepares a blood-mimicking gel model for testing at the University of Michigan Histotripsy Center.

ALT Mikey Komaiha, a Ph.D. student in biomedical engineering at the University of Michigan, prepares a blood-mimicking gel model for testing at the University of Michigan Histotripsy Center.

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Michigan News
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Research now shows that the use of probiotic supplements has skyrocketed while fiber intake is down. Kira Newman, clinical assistant professor of gastroenterology @umichmedicine, discusses her findings with @usnews. 🔗 Read more: myumi.ch/MpxnV
“Dietary fiber and fresh produce have well-established health benefits for the gut microbiome. However, our findings suggest that people are not making changes to what they eat, even though an increasing number are concerned enough about their microbiome to take a probiotic supplement,”

ALT “Dietary fiber and fresh produce have well-established health benefits for the gut microbiome. However, our findings suggest that people are not making changes to what they eat, even though an increasing number are concerned enough about their microbiome to take a probiotic supplement,”

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Join us tomorrow for Decolonizing Imagination: Narratives, Memory & Political Possibility in the U.S. Territories. 🌎 Speakers from U.S. territories will discuss the tools they draw on to shift political narratives in their communities. Register: myumi.ch/DW6Z7
A promotional image for a University of Michigan Democracy Week event titled "Decolonizing Imagination: Narratives, Memory, and Political Possibility in the U.S. Territories." The background features a collage with tropical flowers, a person paddling a boat, and a historic fortress. Event details are included: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 pm.

ALT A promotional image for a University of Michigan Democracy Week event titled "Decolonizing Imagination: Narratives, Memory, and Political Possibility in the U.S. Territories." The background features a collage with tropical flowers, a person paddling a boat, and a historic fortress. Event details are included: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 6:00–7:30 pm.

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Tomorrow: Democracy in Global-Historical Perspective 🌐 A Democracy Week session on democratic governance across history and around the world. Register to attend: myumi.ch/RQV5y
Poster for a University of Michigan Democracy Week event titled "Democracy in global-historical perspective." Features images of architectural columns, a ballot box, and an open book. Event date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 11:30 am to 12:50 pm EDT.

ALT Poster for a University of Michigan Democracy Week event titled "Democracy in global-historical perspective." Features images of architectural columns, a ballot box, and an open book. Event date: Tuesday, September 15, 2026, from 11:30 am to 12:50 pm EDT.

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@folhaSep 11
Memória do 11/9 segue viva nos EUA, mas terrorismo doméstico preocupa mais os americanos, mostram pesquisas www1.folha.uol.com.br/mundo/…

Pesquisa: Terrorismo doméstico preocupa mais os americanos - 11/09/2026 - Mundo - Folha

Levantamento aponta que maioria ainda lembra onde estava no dia dos ataques, 25 anos depois

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Michigan News
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After catastrophic flooding along the Nepal-China border, new @UMSEAS & @ASU research examines how local knowledge can strengthen climate adaptation—and why communities need funding, institutional support and a meaningful role in decision-making. 🔗myumi.ch/xj6Rg
Mudslide at Gyirong Port 2 (screenshot). Image credit: Public Domain, Wikimedia Commons

ALT Mudslide at Gyirong Port 2 (screenshot). Image credit: Public Domain, Wikimedia Commons

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Our first event of the year is here! Please join us on Sept 23rd at 4:30pm in 555 Weiser Hall for a special lecture by Dr. Younus Mirza on his book 'The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries'. RSVP: myumi.ch/2j9QR This lecture examines the appearances of Mary, mother of Jesus (Isa), in various Islamic theological and cultural contexts & discusses Maryam's extended history, from her scriptural mentions in the Qur’an and the traditional biographies (Sīrah) of the Prophet Muhammad, her appearances in medieval debates on prophecy, citations of her model virtue in Sufi discussions of piety, her representations in art and film, & her role in modern interfaith relations, particularly between Muslims and Christians. We hope to see you there!
Event flyer titled Mary in the Qur'an: A Book Talk with Younus Y. Mirza. The talk takes place September 23 at 4:30 PM in 555 Weiser Hall, 500 Church St, Ann Arbor. It features a portrait of the author alongside the cover of his book, The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries. Includes a QR code and an RSVP link.

ALT Event flyer titled Mary in the Qur'an: A Book Talk with Younus Y. Mirza. The talk takes place September 23 at 4:30 PM in 555 Weiser Hall, 500 Church St, Ann Arbor. It features a portrait of the author alongside the cover of his book, The Islamic Mary: Maryam Through the Centuries. Includes a QR code and an RSVP link.

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C. Cybele Raver was confirmed as the University of Michigan’s 17th president today at a special meeting of the Board of Regents. Please join us in welcoming President-Elect Raver! myumi.ch/9JJEP
“I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve as the 17th president of the University of Michigan. It is an extraordinary honor, and I am thrilled to join this community.” Dr. C. Cybele Raver, President-Elect. Headshot of Raver in front of Burton Tower.

ALT “I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to serve as the 17th president of the University of Michigan. It is an extraordinary honor, and I am thrilled to join this community.” Dr. C. Cybele Raver, President-Elect. Headshot of Raver in front of Burton Tower.

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🐦Investigadores de @UMich rastrean aves migratorias con geolocalizadores para entender sus rutas. Clave para la #conservación internacional. 🌍 Más: 👉 myumi.ch/kVV7Z
Un pequeño pájaro cantor de color amarillo y negro posado en la rama de un pino. Crédito de imagen: Brett Benz

ALT Un pequeño pájaro cantor de color amarillo y negro posado en la rama de un pino. Crédito de imagen: Brett Benz

Un pequeño pájaro gris, blanco y amarillo posado en la rama de un abedul. Crédito de imagen: Brett Benz

ALT Un pequeño pájaro gris, blanco y amarillo posado en la rama de un abedul. Crédito de imagen: Brett Benz

Un miembro del equipo de Winger inspecciona el geolocalizador de un ave migratoria mientras realiza trabajo de campo en el norte de Michigan.

ALT Un miembro del equipo de Winger inspecciona el geolocalizador de un ave migratoria mientras realiza trabajo de campo en el norte de Michigan.

Ben Winger, conservador de aves y profesor asociado del Departamento de Ecología y Biología Evolutiva, examina la colección histórica de aves del Museo de Zoología de la Universidad de Michigan.

ALT Ben Winger, conservador de aves y profesor asociado del Departamento de Ecología y Biología Evolutiva, examina la colección histórica de aves del Museo de Zoología de la Universidad de Michigan.

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Michigan Research@UMichResearchAug 25
.@UMichMedicine researchers have identified two pathways that can simultaneously be targeted to treat transdifferentiated prostate tumors. The findings may also be applied to other transdifferentiated cancers, including those in the lungs and pancreas. myumi.ch/7JJ9m

New drug combination may help treat advanced prostate cancer

University of Michigan researchers found that combining BET bromodomain and DNMT inhibitors may slow the growth of treatment-resistant prostate cancer by targeting transdifferentiated tumors.

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LSA assistant professor and paleontologist Anne Kort confirms the discovery of the most complete pre-Ice Age dog fossil: myumi.ch/gk1rd
LSA assistant professor and paleontologist Anne Kort excavates a horse leg bone at John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in Oregon.

ALT LSA assistant professor and paleontologist Anne Kort excavates a horse leg bone at John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in Oregon.

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The leading cause of preventable death and disease in the U.S. and worldwide – smoking - is at a historic low among U.S. youth, at just 1.4%. By contrast, in 1997 – when smoking rates in U.S. youth were the highest ever recorded, 36% of U.S. high school students reported currently smoking, and 70% reported having tried smoking at least once. @UMichSPH researchers explain in a new article on The @ConversationUS. myumi.ch/4xmRd

US teens are smoking and vaping less than their peers abroad

A new FDA survey finds some positive trends among young people in the US, though new forms of nicotine use like pouches have become a bit more popular.

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