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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
Ypsi is among 11 U.S. school districts chosen to participate in national AI training program
Ypsilanti Community Schools is the only school district in Michigan, and just one of 11 nationwide, to receive a $25,000 grant to participate in a prestigious artificial intelligence training program.
Ann Arbor SPARK launches free tool offering local data and insights for entrepreneurs
A new software platform offers entrepreneurs data-driven insights on local competitors, marketing strategies, potential partners, economic trends, and more.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Partner Partner Content 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.
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.
Ypsi is among 11 U.S. school districts chosen to participate in national AI training program
Ypsilanti Community Schools is the only school district in Michigan, and just one of 11 nationwide, to receive a $25,000 grant to participate in a prestigious artificial intelligence training program.
Ann Arbor SPARK launches free tool offering local data and insights for entrepreneurs
A new software platform offers entrepreneurs data-driven insights on local competitors, marketing strategies, potential partners, economic trends, and more.
