STAND UP. STAY HUMBLE.Heisman Trophy winner. Super Bowl champion. College Football Hall of Famer. (Vintner. Philanthropist. Broadcaster. Family man. The list goes on.)

For a man who has seemingly done it all, Charles Woodson (School of Kinesiology '97, HLLD '18) remains remarkably humble. Woodson—who accepted an honorary Doctor of Laws degree and delivered U-M’s Spring Commencement address in April—is no stranger to accolades. When the thing you resent most is being on the sidelines, the awards just tend to pile up.

But a celebrated life’s journey began with modest origins. As an infant, Woodson was diagnosed with clubfeet. He was required to wear a pair of corrective braces that barred his legs in place and prevented him from playing with his siblings. For much of his early life, a boy who would one day be known for his ability to make spectacular leaping interceptions was—more or less—forced to stay put.

The infant superstar-to-be howled and shrieked. He wailed for freedom. But it was thanks to the early intervention of pediatric medicine that Woodson was able to make a full recovery. Soon, the braces came off. The boy stood up. And with plenty of pent-up energy, he was immediately drawn to sports. The rest is a celebrated chapter in football history. But the most remarkable thing about Charles Woodson may be that football is only one part of his story. Childhood wouldn’t be his last brush with pediatrics.

At U-M, former head football coach Lloyd Carr was known for encouraging his student-athletes to visit C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital in their freetime. He asked this small act of service of his players, a way to give back and lift the spirits of those who needed it the most. Woodson was no exception. Maybe owing to his own childhood, his experiences at Mott impacted him deeply. Long before he was a Heisman Trophy winner and a star of the National Football League, Woodson knew that athletics wasn’t his only calling.

When U-M reached out in 2003 to ask if Woodson would help raise money for a new facility, there was no hesitation. “He didn’t blink,” says Valerie Opipari, a pediatric oncologist and chair of the Department of Pediatrics and Communicable Diseases at Mott. “He helped us to raise $75 million for this building. It would not have happened [without him]. There was no single person who gave more of their time and effort to making the case for Mott Hospital than Charles.”

And he didn’t stop there. “Around 2008 when the building was taking shape … he said to me, ‘I want to do more.

I want to be a role model,’” Opipari recalls. It was then that Woodson pledged $2 million to clinical research at Mott, a landmark gift that has empowered researchers and improved patient care. “It’s a really remarkable legacy he’s built,” Opipari says—a legacy that began with a student-athlete spending time with Little Victors.

“My motivation for supporting Mott is really just from being in that hospital,” Woodson says. “Being around the people there, especially those who are patients… they’re going through tremendous things that, a lot of the time, they don’t have an answer for. They’re just searching. Searching for anything to make things better or to save somebody that they love. They’re searching for hope.”

Talk to almost anybody at Mott, and they’ll tell you that they’ve found hope in Charles Woodson. Years later, the expressions of gratitude continue pouring in on social media and in person. Woodson can’t seem to go anywhere without meeting a grateful fan. But in the face of well-earned praise, he’s quick to acknowledge that his is only a small part of a much greater mission.

“When I think about the hospital, I think about the doctors, the nurses, the researchers,” he says. “I’m able to be a voice and a face, so to speak. But that’s the easy part. The hard part is done by the people who are at the hospital each and every day. The hard part comes for the patients who have to fight through the things they’re fighting through. What I do is just a small part.”

Woodson continues playing his part today. He offers ongoing support at the annual Event on Main, which raises funds for the Charles Woodson Clinical Research Initiative at Mott. The young man who once spent his autumn Saturdays inspiring thousands at the Big House remains a celebrated presence in Ann Arbor. Once considered an elder statesman of the NFL, Woodson is now an ambassador for philanthropy and social activism at his alma mater. A champion for hope.

On giving back, he offers a simple message. “For everyone, I think that you find your moment,” he reflects. “There will come a time when you’re sitting in your home or in your car, wherever you may be, and you’ll say, ‘You know what? It’s time for me to stand up and get involved.’ Everybody has their time. When that time comes, you’ll feel it.”

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COMMENCEMENTANN ARBOR, MI | APRIL 28, 2018 | MICHIGAN STADIUM

The University of Michigan honored graduates during Spring Commencement in April. Former Michigan Football and NFL champion Charles Woodson was welcomed back to Michigan Stadium as the commencement speaker, encouraging graduates to stop the spread of hate and help others. Woodson was among four honorary degree recipients:

1. One of the nation’s most respected dental educators, academic leaders, and social justice advocates Jeanne Craig Sinkford received an honorary Doctor of Science degree

2. Arts advocate, community leader, and philanthropist Penny W. Stamps (BSDes '66, TeachCert '66) received an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree

3. World-renowned life scientist David R. Walt (BS '74) received an honorary Doctor of Science degree

4. Charles Woodson, one of America’s most celebrated football stars and philanthropists, received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree

To watch Charles Woodson’s commencement address, check out myumi.ch/lbWoodson

EVENT ON MAINANN ARBOR, MI | JUNE 21, 2018 | MAIN STREET

Co-chairs Kristen Finn (BSENav '01, MSE '02) and Lisa Mattison Roberts welcomed guests for the annual Event on Main—a fundraising evening to support Charles Woodson’s Clinical Research Initiative at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. This year’s event broke records, raising more than $650,000 to provide crucial support and resources for researchers studying pediatric diseases.

1. Lisa Mattison Roberts; Kristin Finn, Mott and Von Voigtlander National Campaign Leadership Council member 2. Charles Woodson poses with guests 3. Manu and Sheena Anand 4. Brian Griese (AB '97)

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To support the Charles Woodson Clinical Research Initiative today, visit myumi.ch/lbCWCRI For more on Woodson and his presence at Mott, visit myumi.ch/lbWoodsonMott

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WOLVERINE PATHWAYS L.A. SUPPORT RECEPTIONLOS ANGELES, CA | MARCH 1, 2018 | THE BLACK-BENNETT RESIDENCE

World-renowned brain surgeon Keith Black (BS '78, MD '81, MedRes '87) and Carol Bennett (MedRes '83) opened their home for alumni and friends to connect and to talk about the impact of giving to U-M. Black and Bennett are especially passionate about creating opportunities in the Detroit area for future students, and have been partnering with Wolverine Pathways to make a difference with students from underrepresented communities.

1. Keith Black, Carol Bennett 2. Pamela Wiedenbeck (BS '71) 3. Rob Sellers (PhD '90), vice provost for equity and inclusion, chief diversity officer, and the Charles D. Moody Collegiate Professor of Psychology and Education; Morgan Albert; D’Shonne Albert 4. Kelley Stokes, Shelley Merriweather-Ferrand (AB '75, MHSA '77) 5. Andrew Winograd (BBA '91, JD '94), David Emery-Peck (MBA '09) 6. Terra Neukam (AB '11), Albert (LLM '64) and Miriam (AB '63, AM '66) Golbert 7. William Wetsman (LSA '49), Morgan Trent (BGS '08)

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CELEBRATING DONORS AND THEIR SCHOLARSANN ARBOR, MI | MARCH 24, 2018 | JACK ROTH STADIUM CLUB, MICHIGAN STADIUM

Scholarship donors and the students they support came together in Jack Roth Stadium Club for the 10th annual gathering to celebrate the impact of philanthropy on student academics. The afternoon reverberated with music, storytelling, laughter, and gratitude as students shared the many ways U-M has shaped their lives.

1. Aziz and Suraiya Sikora, Tiana Brandon (LSA Class of 2020), Shaheen and Shamoon Sikora 2. Jim Fausone (BS '76, BSE '76), Molly Fausone (U-M Medical School Class of 2021), Carol Ann Fausone (BSN '75) 3. Barbara and Ted (BGS '74) Mayden, Linda Singer 4. Nick Miller (LSA Class of 2019), Bruce Cook (BBA '50, MBA '51) 5. Chris Connolly (U-M Medical School Class of 2021), Richard Bonfiglio (MD '78) 6. Megan Nestor (AB '08), Larry and Kate Weston 7. Regent Emerita Veronica Latta Smith (AB '48), Alison Hurley (BBA '81) 8. Cameron Wilson (SMTD Class of 2021) 9. Alondra Vergara-Diez (BSEIO '18), Michael Rosloniec (AB '96) 10. Sheila Hancock, Sven Wollschlaeger (Ross Class of 2021), Jim LoPrete (AB '51, JD '53) 11. Bob Gray, Provost Martin Philbert, Susan Smith (BS '63)

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FUTURE OF ENTERTAINMENT PANELBEVERLY HILLS, CA | APRIL 19, 2018 | UNITED TALENT AGENCY

The university community gathered at the United Talent Agency headquarters in Beverly Hills for an evening hosted by United’s co-founder and partner Peter Benedek (AB '70), who also serves as chair of U-M’s Los Angeles Campaign Leadership Council. Guests heard an insightful panel discussion from U-M friends and alumni who are now some of the arts and entertainment industry’s leading figures. Los Angeles continues to be a vibrant hub for the university, and this event is just another reminder that the hues of Hollywood’s future are maize and blue!

1. John Cadarette (BBA '80) 2. David Stapf 3. Mark Cendrowski (AB '81) 4. Michael Corcoran (MBA '04), Victor Elizalde (AM '90) 5. Robert Hirshland, Rasa J. Bauza (BS '80) 6. Jim Burnstein, the Russell Fraser Collegiate Lecturer in Screen Arts & Cultures 7. Nicholas Hall (AB '02), Lisa McQuillan (AB '00) 8. Peter Benedek

For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbEntertainment

RECEPTION FOR UMMA DIRECTOR CHRISTINA OLSEN NEW YORK, NY | APRIL 25, 2018 | THE TISCH RESIDENCE

Jonathan and Lizzie (AB '94) Tisch welcomed more than 65 University of Michigan Museum of Art (UMMA) and U-M supporters into their home to meet with Christina Olsen, the new UMMA director. Olsen, who began her five-year appointment as director in October 2017, also shared her vision for UMMA and the important role it will continue to play at the university.

1. Jonathan Tisch, Christina Olsen, Lizzie Tisch 2. Gillian Segal (AB '91), Jenny Flexner Reinhardt (AB '93) 3. Julie Solit (AB '89), Jessica Fredericks (AB '88), Marly Graubard (AB '90) 4. Nick and Elena Delbanco 5. Ann and Mel Schaffer, Marc (BBA '64) and Ilene (AB '64, TeachCert '64) Steglitz 6. Cecilia and Mark Vonderheide, Arik Ruchim (BBA '02), Amy Dubin

PRESIDENT’S DINNER: MICHIGAN SEMINARS IN FLORIDANAPLES, FL | FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | NAPLES YACHT CLUB

Craig (BBA '73) and Susan (ABEd '77, TeachCert '77) Sincock hosted fellow donors and university leadership for a private dinner in honor of President Mark S. Schlissel preceding the Michigan Seminars in Florida. Marschall Runge, executive vice president for medical affairs and dean of the Medical School joined guests in attendance.

1. Craig and Susan Sincock, President Mark S. Schlissel, Monica Schwebs 2. Curtis Mack (LLM '73), Paola Luptak (AB '88) 3. Richard G. II (BS '02, MPH '04) and Stephanie Prebish, Marschall Runge 4. Howard Cooper Jr. (BBA '50) 5. Edith Briskin, Aileen (MD '78) and Allen Sedman (BSChem '69, BSEChE '69, MS '73, PhD '74) 6. Barbara and Dick Harrison (AB '56), Kimberly and Bob Myers 7. Guests gathered for a poolside reception

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MICHIGAN SEMINARS IN FLORIDANAPLES, FL | FEBRUARY 13, 2018 NAPLES GRANDE BEACH RESORT

The Michigan Seminars in Florida bring together faculty, staff, students, and supporters for a day packed with presentations from leaders in mental health, sports science, film history, and more. President Mark S. Schlissel welcomed special guest Chad Brummett, director of pain research and clinical research at Michigan Medicine’s Department of Anesthesiology, who presented U-M’s work to help curb opioid misuse.

1. Adelva Sawyer, Thomas Johnson (MSW '80), Patricia Johnson, Claranell Duncan, Ralph Sawyer (BS '61, MD '68) 2. Regent Emerita Shirley McFee 3. Chad Brummett 4. John Nichols (JD '62), Sue Jandernoa, Timothy (DDS '76) and Kathy Gietzen 5. Luke Shaefer, director of Poverty Solutions at U-M 6. Duncan Abbot (College of Engineering Class of 2018), CEO and founder of Gwydion Inc., demonstrates virtual reality technology 7. Domenic J. Ferrante (AB '88) 8. A. Patrick Parker Jr. (PharmD '63), Marjaliisa Rajala, Willard F. Ehrhardt Jr. (BSEIndE '63), Sally A. Antonides (BSN '60) 9. President Mark S. Schlissel

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FUTURE OF MEDICINE RECEPTIONNEW YORK, NY | FEBRUARY 15, 2018 | LOTTE NEW YORK PALACE

Victors for Michigan campaign co-chair and chair of the Michigan Medicine campaign Rich Rogel (BBA '70, HLLD '09) hosted a reception at which Michael W. Mulholland, the Frederick A. Coller Distinguished Professor of Surgery and chair of the Department of Surgery, presented on the future of patient care, education, and research.

1. Rich Rogel 2. Michael W. Mulholland 3. Jeffrey A. Gelfand (BBA '88), Gregory M. Erber (AB '91, MHSA '93)

HAIL YEAH!GREATER MICHIGAN AREA | MARCH 14, 2018 ANN ARBOR, FLINT, AND DEARBORN CAMPUSES

Since 2011, the Hail Yeah! Student Day of Thanks has encouraged U-M students to compose handwritten thank-you notes to share with alumni who have given $50 or less to the university in the last fiscal year. Tables were set up across all three campuses where students could sign postcards and personally express gratitude for donors’ support. This year, students sent nearly 2,000 cards to alumni donors.

1. UM-Flint students visited the Harding Mott University Center 2-5. Ann Arbor Central Campus activities 6. UM-Dearborn students gathered at the University Center and Fairlane Center

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SPRING LUNCHEON FOR THE MARY H. WEISER FOOD ALLERGY CENTER WEST BLOOMFIELD, MI | APRIL 26, 2018 KNOLLWOOD COUNTRY CLUB

The Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center hosted its fourth annual luncheon to raise support for allergy research initiatives at Michigan Medicine. Through the support of donors and sponsors, along with proceeds from the center’s first silent auction, the luncheon raised over $265,000. Guests also enjoyed a panel discussion, moderated by Detroit's WDIV-TV news anchor Sandra Ali, that featured experts in food allergies—including Jim Baker, director of the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center and the Ruth Dow Doan Professor of Biologic Nanotechnology.

1. Guests having a great time while learning about the challenges of food allergies and their possible cures 2. Adriane Perakis, committee co-chair, Alexander Prodan, Violet Perakis, Sandra Ali, Kim Prodan, committee co-chair 3. Daniel Kadden (AB '17), Kate Fitzgerald (MedRes '04, MedFel '07), Sandra Ali, Jim Baker, Nick Lukacs 4. TOP: Aaron Frankel, Judy Frankel, Carolynn Frankel, Robert Vondell, Jillian Vondell BOTTOM: Jessica O’Konek (PhD '08), Doris August (AB '59, TeachCert '59), Kathy August (AB '84), Caren Vondell 5. Hilary Golden, Stacy Klein, Adriane Perakis, Maria Karim, Marla Karimipour (AB '97), Mary Weiser, Jim Baker

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ROSS ROUNDTABLE NYC NEW YORK, NY | MAY 17, 2018 | HUDSON YARDS EXPERIENCE

Jeff T. Blau (BBA '90) hosted the inaugural Ross Roundtable in New York City, a forum for prominent NYC Ross School donors and alumni to discuss pressing business questions with industry thought leaders. Scott DeRue, the Edward J. Frey Dean of Business at the Ross School of Business; Cathy Bessant (BBA '82); and Jalak Jobanputra led this year’s panel discussion on cryptocurrency—a highly debated economic development that has revolutionized the currency landscape in recent years.

1. Guests connecting over drinks 2. Scott DeRue 3. Arik Ruchim (BBA '02), Jason Kaufman, Scott DeRue 4. Jeff Bluestein (MBA '04) 5. Amy Wildstein (BBA '92) 6. Cathy Bessant 7. Jeff T. Blau 8. Jeff T. Blau, Scott Stewart (BBA '85), Jessica Stewart (BBA '17) 9. All attention on the roundtable discussion

BOSTON ROBOTICS PANEL BOSTON, MA | MAY 10, 2018 | MUSEUM OF SCIENCE

A special panel discussion and reception was held in Boston for alumni and friends to learn more about the many ways research at Michigan is carving a bold future for robotic technology and its applications. The panel was comprised of faculty and researchers from the College of Engineering, School of Nursing, and Mcity, along with special guest Pete Wurman (MSE '88, MS '96, PhD '99).

1. Cy Hopkins (BS '59) 2. Sangita Thakore 3. Steve Berg (BS '91) 4. Pete Wurman, John R. III (BSE '90, MSE '91) and Leanne (BSEMech '89) Porter 5. Michelle L. Aebersold, Edwin Olson 6. Nick Thakore (BBA '89) 7. Susan and Charles (BSEIndE '61, MBA '63) Gessner 8. Angelo Adams (MBA '08), Julie Fox

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BLAVIN SCHOLARS CELEBRATION ANN ARBOR, MI | APRIL 27, 2018 | MUNGER GRADUATE RESIDENCE

Founders of the Blavin Scholars Program Paul (BBA '86) and Amy Blavin, along with Vice President for Student Life E. Royster Harper (BSEd '73, TeachCert '73, AM '74), welcomed this year’s Blavin Scholars to their annual commencement celebration. The Blavin Scholarship and Program provides support for students who experienced foster care or homelessness that is designed to maximize their undergraduate college experience at U-M.

1. David Evans (BGS '85), Nathan Harnden (AB '18), Blavin Mentor Patricia Griffith (AM '89), Joan Evans (AB '87) 2. Rochelle Fraenig (LSA Class of 2018), Stephen Krygier (AB '16) 3. Benn Gilmore (BS '66, MD '70, MedRes '78), Paul Blavin 4. Toree Baldwin (College of Engineering Class of 2020), Lesley Burbridge 5. Jeremiah Palmer (LSA Class of 2018), Benn Gilmore, guests of Christine Rogers (LSA Class of 2018) 6. E. Royster Harper 7. 2018 Blavin Scholars and supporters 8. Amy Blavin

To see coverage of the event, visit myumi.ch/lbBlavinCelebration

SEATTLE M-TALKS SEATTLE, WA | JUNE 30, 2018 | NOVELTY HILL JANUIK WINERY

Alumni and friends gathered in Woodinville wine country for a special program and reception that highlighted the bright future of learning and research at U-M. Faculty shared thoughtful talks that addressed how inclusivity fosters excellence in higher education and what it means to design spaces of equity.

1. Edgar Gonzalez, Jonathan Massey, dean of Taubman College 2. Fiona Lee, associate dean of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Professional Development 3. Hugh Bowie (AB '73), Greg Blindu (BSEAero '72) 4. Kareem (BSEComp '97) and Cindy Choudhry 5. Laura Ellen Muglia 6. Mike Luxenborg (AB '67, MPA '68), Fred Dorkin

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DENVER M-TALKS DENVER, CO | JUNE 20, 2018 | HISTORY COLORADO CENTER

The leaders and best arrived in Denver for an exclusive update on the transformative work being conducted at U-M. University leaders offered discerning lectures on the challenges of communicating and living in spaces of difference, such as in political differences of opinion or in the divisions that manifest through urban growth.

1. Jane Bomba (BGS '84, MBA '89), Rich Rogel (BBA '70, HLLD '09) 2. Doug Tisdale (AB '71) 3. David Hall (AB '85), Maher Salah (AB '03, AM '04) 4. Michael S. Barr, the Joan and Sanford Weill Dean of Public Policy at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy 5. John F. Greene (BS '63, MS '70) 6. David Depoy, Sandra Berhenke

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PHOENIX M-TALKS SCOTTSDALE, AZ | FEBRUARY 28, 2018 J.W. MARRIOTT CAMELBACK GOLF CLUB

The U-M community came together in Scottsdale to hear faculty present on a few of the big questions the university is tackling. From finding solutions to both opioid misuse and inefficient public transit to exploring the many ways texting is transforming the English language, guests enjoyed an engaging evening that underscored the ambitious scope and depth of current research at Michigan.

1. Rich Rogel (BBA '70, HLLD '09) 2. Teena and Jim Vogt 3. David Mortensen (BSEMech '72, BSEMetE '72, MBA '80) 4. Penny Papadopoulos (MS '88) 5. Steve Papadopoulos (MedRes '88, MBA '09), Dean Rennell (BBA '75, MBA '80) 6. Jay Lee (BSChE '08, MD '13)

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A TOAST TO PROVOST PHILBERT ATHERTON, CA | MAY 31, 2018 | THE TURNER-MCCONNELL RESIDENCE

Trish Turner-McConnell (AB '77) and Tom McConnell hosted a celebratory evening with Provost Martin Philbert, honoring his role as provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at U-M. Guests enjoyed premier wine-tasting from multiple alumni-owned wineries. Steve Carnevale’s (BSEng '78) Blue Oak Estates and Mike O’Connell’s (BSEIO '93) Grayson Cellars facilitated a special showcase, along with additional selections by Bill (BSEEE '82) and Susan (BSEChE '84) Braymers’ Laurentide Winery.

1. Faith Brown (AB '69), Provost Martin Philbert, Stephen Brown (AB '66, JD '69) 2. Brandi Hudson (AB '01) 3. Trish Turner-McConnell 4. Jen Tejada (AB '93) 5. Grady Burnett (AB '95) 6. Nicole Rubin (MHSA '95) 7. Mike Henry (BS '79), Xavier Fuller (BBA '09) 8. Peter Giordano (BSEIO '92), John (MD '58) and Betty Colwell

THE CHADTOUGH FOUNDATION HOSTS 2ND ANNUAL CHAMPIONS FOR CHANGE GALA ANN ARBOR, MI | MAY 19, 2018 | AL GLICK FIELD HOUSE

Donors and alumni gathered for a special evening hosted by The ChadTough Foundation to honor and support the legacy of Chad Carr—grandson of former U-M football coach Lloyd Carr—who lost his life to an incurable brain tumor in 2015. The gala included a joint announcement by The ChadTough Foundation and Michigan Medicine that donors reached the $30 million threshold to name the Chad Carr Pediatric Brain Tumor Center at U-M.

1. Karl Koschmann 2. Karen and Steve (MBA '70) Sanger 3. Dylan Schefter and Adam Schefter (AB '89) 4. Lloyd Carr, Jim Harbaugh (AB '86) 5. Joan Evans (AB '87) 6. Jason (AB '95) and Tammi (AB '97) Carr 7. Maria Bertram, Barbara and Frank (BBA '61, MBA '62) Westover, Valerie Opipari (MedFel '90), chair of the Department of Pediatrics and Communicable Diseases at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital; Tony Opipari (PhD, MD '94, MedRes '98) 8. Regent Ron Weiser (BBA '66), Victors for Michigan campaign council vice chair

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CHICAGO OUR THIRD CENTURY GLENCOE, IL | JUNE 4, 2018 GLENCOE WRITERS THEATRE

The Victors for Michigan Chicago Campaign Leadership Council and Mcubed hosted a special arts event for alumni and friends. The evening centered on an integrated performance produced by students of the School of Music, Theatre & Dance that explored many of the complex and deeply-rooted issues of today’s youth, as well as some of the ways U-M is seeking solutions for these problems.

1. Tammy Chang (BS ’02, MD ’07, MedRes ’10, MS ’13) 2. Bill K. Hall (BSE ’65, MBE ’67, MS ’68, PhD ’69) 3. Mark D. Gerstein (AB ’81) 4. Kelly Dyer, Bill G. Fraumann (AB ’70) Verne G. Istock (AB ’62, MBA ’63), John Madigan (BBA ‘58, MBA ‘59) 5. Judith A. Istock (ABEd, TeachCert ’62) 6. Provost Martin Philbert 7. Verne G. Istock (AB ’62, MBA ’63), John Madigan (BBA ‘58, MBA ‘59) 8. The performance in full swing

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PAN-ASIA REUNION-RECEPTION SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA | MAY 25, 2018 | THE WESTIN CHOSUN SEOUL

Alumni from around the world gathered in Seoul for the ninth annual Pan-Asia Reunion weekend. The celebration kicked off with drinks and hors d'oeuvres, followed by riveting performances from Just Jerk Crew, So-Hee Song, and Kwang Jin Kim (MBA '09).

1. Ku-Hung Jung (PhD '76) 2. Jake Lah (MBA '84), Peter Fan (MSE '77, PhD '82) 3. So-Hee Song 4. Nojin Kwak, professor and chair of the Department of Communication Studies and director of the Nam Center for Korean Studies 5. Alumni proudly posing with the Block M

PAN-ASIA REUNION SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA | MAY 26, 2018 | THE WESTIN CHOSUN SEOUL

The festivities continued the following day with insightful panel conversations on a broad range of cutting-edge topics—from genomics and cancer to digital economies and fintech systems— by some of the university’s leading innovators. A keynote discussion between President Mark S. Schlissel and South Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Strategy and Finance Dong-Yeon Kim (MPP '91, PhD '93), fittingly capped the weekend’s wealth of global discourse.

1. President Mark S. Schlissel, Dong-Yeon Kim 2. Yoon-Dae Euh 3. Jonathan Wu (BBA '04) 4. Brian Blankinship (BS '10), Aaron Kuo (MBA '08) 5. All attention on stage as guests hear a few remarks before dinner 6. Woosung Hwang (MBA '96) 7. Alumni posing outside for a group shot 8. Hail to the Victors!

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MICHIGAN MEDICINE + METRO HEALTH: WEST MICHIGAN EVENT GRAND RAPIDS, MI | MAY 22, 2018 | KENT COUNTRY CLUB

Alumni, donors, and friends from West Michigan came together for an evening celebrating Michigan Medicine and its new partnership with Metro Health. The evening was hosted by University of Michigan alumni and Metro Health board members Bruce Courtade (AB '84, JD '88), Judy Frey (BSN '66), and Larry Robson (MD '63, MedRes '68). Two panel discussions, moderated by Kim Eagle with remarks from David Spahlinger (MedRes '83) and David Miller (MedRes '05), provided rich commentary on Michigan Medicine’s expansion throughout the state and its potential to greatly elevate the level of care in West Michigan.

1. Sue Allen, David Miller, Patricia Betz 2. Judy Frey 3. David Spahlinger 4. Larry Robson 5. Karl (BSEMetE '57) and Patricia (AB '59) Betz 6. David Frey

STUDENT SEND-OFFSThe U-M community opened their residences this summer for special send-off celebrations for first-year students and their families. University leaders also joined in the festivities to provide special congratulations and words of wisdom for these students as they prepare to embark on their college journeys.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA | JULY 25, 2018 THE SINGH RESIDENCE

1. Tej and Simran Singh 2. E. Royster Harper (BSEd '73, TeachCert '73, AM '74), vice president for Student Life 3. Terri Konsella, Ki Kim, Azalea Jae Kim (College of Engineering Class of 2022) 4. Anupam Sharma, Vijay Sharma (College of Engineering Class of 2022) 5. Ruby Perez (SMTD Class of 2022), Alicia Perez 6. Guests singing Hail to the Victors!

LOS ANGELES, CA | JULY 26, 2018 THE HARBERT RESIDENCE

1. Maddy Harbert (LSA Class of 2021), Chris and Laurie Harbert 2. Timothy Cheng 3. E. Royster Harper (BSEd '73, TeachCert '73, AM '74), vice president for Student Life 4. Rubani Walia (LSA Class of 2022), Abigail Brown (LSA Class of 2022) 5. Victor Hsu, Dreama Gose, Robert Hsu (LSA Class of 2022), Dolly Niemann (AB '63), Bill Niemann (BSEEM '60, MBA '62) 6. Guests singing Hail to the Victors!

WESTPORT, CT | AUGUST 8, 2018 THE KORUS RESIDENCE

1. David (AB '83) and Barbara Korus, Eve Korus (LSA Class of 2021) 2. Julianna Schaffer (Ross School of Business Class of 2022), Marciann Schaffer 3. Michelle Okine (Ross School of Business Class of 2022) 4. Yvette-Francoise Okine, Sangeetha Kini 5. Mya Steir (LSA Class of 2022), Heidi Steir (AB '87) 6. Kambiz Khalili, associate vice president for Student Life 7. Students and parents enjoying conversation

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OFFICE OF UNIVERSITY DEVELOPMENT UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN3003 South State StreetAnn Arbor MI 48109-1288

© REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN Michael J. Behm, Grand Blanc Mark J. Bernstein, Ann Arbor Shauna Ryder Diggs, Grosse Pointe Denise Ilitch, Bingham Farms Andrea Fischer Newman, Ann Arbor Andrew C. Richner, Grosse Pointe Park Ron Weiser, Ann Arbor Katherine E. White, Ann Arbor Mark S. Schlissel, ex officio

PHOTOGRAPHY—Stand Up. Stay Humble.: Michigan Photography, Eric Bronson. Commencement: Michigan Photography, Eric Bronson. Event on Main: Zanin’s Creative Photography, David Zanin. Future of Medicine Reception: Renato Zacchia Photography, Renato Zacchia. President’s Dinner- Michigan Seminars In Florida: Mark Elias Media Services, Mark Elias. Michigan Seminars In Florida: Mark Elias Media Services, Mark Elias. Hail Yeah! Student Day of Thanks: Michigan Photography, Scott Soderberg. Reception for UMMA Director Christina Olsen: Jill LeVine Photography, Jill LeVine. Celebrating Donors and Their Scholars: Michigan Photography, Austin Thomason. Wolverine Pathways L.A. Support Reception: Mike Ditz Photo, Mike Ditz. Future of Entertainment Panel: Mike Ditz Photo, Mike Ditz. Spring Luncheon for the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center: Lisa Vreede Photography, Lisa Vreede. Blavin Scholars Celebration: Melanie Reyes Photography, Melanie Reyes. Ross Roundtable NYC: Mike Bradley Photo, Mike Bradley. Phoenix M-Talks: Gudenschwager Photography Inc., Phil Gudenschwager. Seattle M-Talks: Marcus Donner Photography, Marcus Donner. Denver M-Talks: Holladay Photography, Erik Holladay-McCann. The ChadTough Foundation Hosts 2nd Annual Champions for Change Gala: Heidi McClelland Photography, Heidi McClelland; Nicole Haley Photography, Nicole Haley. Pan-Asia Reunion-Reception: Photoworks, Kang Jun-kyu. Pan-Asia Reunion: Photoworks, Kang Jun-kyu. A Toast to Provost Philbert: Erin Beach Photography, Erin Beach. Michigan Medicine + Metro Health-West Michigan Event: Hannah Cooper Photography, Hannah Natale. Chicago Our Third Century: Robert Kozloff. Student Send-Off San Francisco: Sarah Kang Photography, Sarah Kang. Student Send-Off Los Angeles: Mike Ditz Photo, Mike Ditz. Student Send-Off Connecticut: Pamela Einarsen Photography, Pamela Einarsen. Summer Up North: John Russell Photography, John Russell.

SUMMER UP NORTH PETOSKEY, MI | JULY 12, 2018 | BAY HARBOR YACHT CLUB

Petoskey continues to be a favorite summertime location for alumni and friends to reconnect and enjoy the beauty of Northern Michigan. This year featured a special discussion by Hank Meijer (AB '73) and Michael S. Barr, the Joan and Sanford Weill Dean of Public Policy at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, on the political philosophy of former U.S. Senator Arthur H. Vandenberg, apropos of Meijer’s recent monograph, “Arthur Vandenberg: The Man in the Middle of the American Century.”

1. Hank G. Meijer 2. Judy Frey (BSN '66) 3. Barb Rivard (ABEd '69, TeachCert '69), Liesel L. Meijer (AB '89) 4. Frank Westover (BBA '61, MBA '62) 5. Tim Manganello (BSEMech '72, MSE '75, PD '81) 6. Rob Morrison (DDS '62), David Frey

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