Arthur F. Thurnau Professor of English; Chair, English Language and Literature; also Professor of Afroamerican and African Studies and Women’s and Gender Studies
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Jun 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
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The University Of Michigan Board Of Regents Board Of Regents Meeting
The Board of Regents reviewed and approved the consolidated operating budget for FY 2027, covering the Ann Arbor, Flint, and Dearborn campuses as well as Michigan Medicine and the Athletic Department, with a focus on student affordability, access, and financial stability. Key actions included approving the naming of the Janice M. Granger Behavioral Health Building, the dissolution of the Sparrow Health System corporate entity, and academic calendars for UM-Flint. The Board also conducted a rotation of officer leadership, with Regent Michael Behm named as chair for the upcoming term. Several contracts and conflict-of-interest disclosures were reviewed and authorized, and a public comment session was held regarding university policies, academic freedom, and facility usage.
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University of Michigan Board of Regents Board Of Regents Meeting
The Board of Regents meeting included the appointment of a new chancellor for UM-Dearborn and the proposal to purchase 140 acres of property from Concordia University. Presentations were given on a university-community partnership focused on environmental justice, and various faculty promotions were recommended. The Board received reports from several standing committees including Finance, Audit and Investment, Health Affairs, and Personnel, Compensation and Governance. Key actions included the authorization of commercial paper issuance, the approval of several construction and renovation projects, and the authorization of numerous investment and commercialization agreements. Furthermore, the Board approved resolutions concerning the handling of federally classified information, a new undergraduate degree program, and the academic calendar for the Ann Arbor campus.
May 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
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University of Michigan Board of Regents Regents Meeting
The Board discussed the appointment of the seventh chancellor of the University of Michigan-Dearborn and a proposal to purchase 140 acres of property currently owned by Concordia University. Additionally, the meeting featured a presentation on community-based environmental research in Dearborn and the review and approval of numerous faculty promotions and tenure recommendations across multiple campuses, including the Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint locations.
Apr 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
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University Of Michigan Board Of Regents Report Of Emergency Action
The Board of Regents took emergency action to approve the awarding of an honorary Doctor of Laws degree to academic leader and legal scholar Kent Syverud. This action was taken in accordance with board bylaws allowing for official business to be conducted between scheduled meetings.
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