Technology and Innovation

Whitmore Lake High School student Jayden Canter.

From champion carpenter to apparel entrepreneur, Washtenaw CTE students are “powerhouse” achievers

We talked to three students in county career and technical education programs about the impact of getting ready for the professional real world through practical, hands-on learning experiences.

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University of Michigan associate professor Thomas McKenney and students tour the Mark W. Barker, the first commercial vessel to be built on the Great Lakes in more than 40 years, in River Rouge.
U-M leads in national effort to revitalize U.S. shipbuilding

Spurred by China's current dominance in shipbuilding and America's reliance on foreign shipyards, the University of Michigan is leading efforts to train the needed workforce and develop a statewide maritime strategy.

Michigan Stadium.
Report finds $226 million economic impact in Ann Arbor from 2024 U-M football season

The study reports that 2024-2025 U-M football home games generated $226.7 million in direct visitor spending from attendees residing outside Washtenaw County.

Students work in a lab at WCC.
WCC to launch programs preparing students for growing semiconductor and battery industries

Washtenaw Community College was recently awarded nearly $2 million through three Michigan Economic Development Corporation grants to launch new degree and certificate programs that support Michigan’s growing semiconductor and battery manufacturing industries.

Jason Gold at the Michigan Folk School.
Michigan Folk School builds community by passing on knowledge of traditional skills

The Michigan Folk School in Superior Township's Staebler Farm County Park allows visitors to experience the importance of old traditions in the rapidly changing modern world. 

A performance at Midwest House at this year's SXSW.
Ann Arbor SPARK returns to promote Michigan’s startup opportunities at SXSW conference

The organization co-sponsored Michigan Day at the conference's Midwest House on March 11.

Oliver Haimson and the cover to his book, "Trans Technologies."
U-M professor explores relationship between trans people and technology in new book

In researching his book "Trans Technologies," Oliver Haimson interviewed the creators of more than 100 apps, games, extended reality systems, and other forms of technology specifically designed to address the unique challenges and joys encountered by trans people.

U-M joins new OpenAI initiative to advance AI research and education

U-M's participation has the potential to strengthen the university's AI resources and boost its ability to conduct groundbreaking AI research. 

Akervall Technologies co-founder Sassa Akervall with Akervall's new CEO, Ben Bloomfield. Sassa Akervall stepped down from the company last summer.
Small business 101: How to craft a smart exit strategy for your business

All small business owners need a savvy exit strategy to cap off a successful entrepreneurial journey. We asked local business owners for their insights on how to do it right.

A staff meeting at Atomic Object's new office.
Ann Arbor software consultancy’s new office reflects major growth over a decade-plus

Atomic Object recently moved into Duo Security's former space in downtown Ann Arbor, having increased its staff in the city from four to 45 since 2013.

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