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SUMMER 2018 PEOPLE 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 I want to be a role model,’” Opipari recalls. It was then that (School of Kinesiology '97, HLLD '18) remains remarkably Woodson pledged $2 million to clinical research at Mott, humble. Woodson—who accepted an honorary Doctor of a landmark gift that has empowered researchers and Laws degree and delivered U-M’s Spring Commencement improved patient care. “It’s a really remarkable legacy address in April—is no stranger to accolades. When the he’s built,” Opipari says—a legacy that began with thing you resent most is being on the sidelines, the awards a student-athlete spending time with Little Victors. just tend to pile up. “My motivation for supporting Mott is really just from being But a celebrated life’s journey began with modest origins. in that hospital,” Woodson says. “Being around the people As an infant, Woodson was diagnosed with clubfeet. there, especially those who are patients… they’re going He was required to wear a pair of corrective braces that through tremendous things that, a lot of the time, they don’t barred his legs in place and prevented him from playing have an answer for. They’re just searching. Searching for with his siblings. For much of his early life, a boy who would anything to make things better or to save somebody that one day be known for his ability to make spectacular leaping they love. They’re searching for hope.” interceptions was—more or less—forced to stay put. Talk to almost anybody at Mott, and they’ll tell you that The infant superstar-to-be howled and shrieked. He wailed they’ve found hope in Charles Woodson. Years later, the for freedom. But it was thanks to the early intervention of expressions of gratitude continue pouring in on social media pediatric medicine that Woodson was able to make a full and in person. Woodson can’t seem to go anywhere without recovery. Soon, the braces came off. The boy stood up. And meeting a grateful fan. But in the face of well-earned praise, with plenty of pent-up energy, he was immediately drawn to he’s quick to acknowledge that his is only a small part of a sports. The rest is a celebrated chapter in football history. much greater mission. But the most remarkable thing about Charles Woodson may be that football is only one part of his story. Childhood “When I think about the hospital, I think about the doctors, wouldn’t be his last brush with pediatrics. 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 At U-M, former head football coach Lloyd Carr was known for part is done by the people who are at the hospital each and encouraging his student-athletes to visit C.S. Mott Children’s every day. The hard part comes for the patients who have to Hospital in their freetime. He asked this small act of service fight through the things they’re fighting through. What I do is of his players, a way to give back and lift the spirits of those just a small part.” who needed it the most. Woodson was no exception. Maybe owing to his own childhood, his experiences at Mott impacted Woodson continues playing his part today. He offers ongoing him deeply. Long before he was a Heisman Trophy winner and support at the annual Event on Main, which raises funds for a star of the National Football League, Woodson knew that the Charles Woodson Clinical Research Initiative at Mott. athletics wasn’t his only calling. The young man who once spent his autumn Saturdays inspiring thousands at the Big House remains a celebrated When U-M reached out in 2003 to ask if Woodson would help presence in Ann Arbor. Once considered an elder statesman raise money for a new facility, there was no hesitation. “He of the NFL, Woodson is now an ambassador for philanthropy didn’t blink,” says Valerie Opipari, a pediatric oncologist and and social activism at his alma mater. A champion for hope. chair of the Department of Pediatrics and Communicable Diseases at Mott. “He helped us to raise $75 million for this On giving back, he offers a simple message. “For everyone, building. It would not have happened [without him]. There I think that you find your moment,” he reflects. “There will was no single person who gave more of their time and effort come a time when you’re sitting in your home or in your car, to making the case for Mott Hospital than Charles.” wherever you may be, and you’ll say, ‘You know what? It’s time for me to stand up and get involved.’ Everybody has And he didn’t stop there. “Around 2008 when the building their time. When that time comes, you’ll feel it.” was taking shape … he said to me, ‘I want to do more.

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COMMENCEMENT EVENT ON MAIN ANN ARBOR, MI | APRIL 28, 2018 | MICHIGAN STADIUM ANN ARBOR, MI | JUNE 21, 2018 | MAIN STREET The University of Michigan honored graduates during Spring Commencement in April. Co-chairs Kristen Finn (BSENav '01, MSE '02) and Lisa Mattison Roberts welcomed guests for Former Michigan Football and NFL champion Charles Woodson was welcomed back to the annual Event on Main—a fundraising evening to support Charles Woodson’s Clinical Research Michigan Stadium as the commencement speaker, encouraging graduates to stop the Initiative at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital. This year’s event broke records, raising more than spread of hate and help others. Woodson was among four honorary degree recipients: $650,000 to provide crucial support and resources for researchers studying pediatric diseases.

1. One of the nation’s most respected dental educators, academic leaders, and social justice 1. Lisa Mattison Roberts; Kristin Finn, Mott and Von Voigtlander National Campaign Leadership advocates Jeanne Craig Sinkford received an honorary Doctor of Science degree Council member 2. Charles Woodson poses with guests 3. Manu and Sheena Anand 4. Brian Griese (AB '97) 2. Arts advocate, community leader, and philanthropist Penny W. Stamps (BSDes '66, TeachCert '66) received an honorary Doctor of Fine Arts degree For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbMain 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

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1 2 3 4 3 4 FUTURE OF MEDICINE RECEPTION HAIL YEAH! CELEBRATING DONORS NEW YORK, NY | FEBRUARY 15, 2018 | LOTTE NEW YORK PALACE GREATER MICHIGAN AREA | MARCH 14, 2018 AND THEIR SCHOLARS Victors for Michigan campaign co-chair and chair of the Michigan Medicine campaign Rich Rogel ANN ARBOR, FLINT, AND DEARBORN CAMPUSES ANN ARBOR, MI | MARCH 24, 2018 | JACK ROTH STADIUM CLUB, MICHIGAN STADIUM (BBA '70, HLLD '09) hosted a reception at which Michael W. Mulholland, the Frederick A. Coller Since 2011, the Hail Yeah! Student Day of Thanks has encouraged Distinguished Professor of Surgery and chair of the Department of Surgery, presented on the future U-M students to compose handwritten thank-you notes to share with Scholarship donors and the students they support came together in Jack Roth Stadium Club of patient care, education, and research. alumni who have given $50 or less to the university in the last fiscal for the 10th annual gathering to celebrate the impact of philanthropy on student academics. year. Tables were set up across all three campuses where students 4 The afternoon reverberated with music, storytelling, laughter, and gratitude as students shared 1. Rich Rogel 2. Michael W. Mulholland 3. Jeffrey A. Gelfand (BBA '88), Gregory M. Erber (AB '91, MHSA '93) could sign postcards and personally express gratitude for donors’ the many ways U-M has shaped their lives. support. This year, students sent nearly 2,000 cards to alumni donors. 1. Aziz and Suraiya Sikora, Tiana Brandon (LSA Class of 2020), Shaheen and Shamoon Sikora 2. Jim 1. UM-Flint students visited the Harding Mott University Center Fausone (BS '76, BSE '76), Molly Fausone (U-M Medical School Class of 2021), Carol Ann Fausone 2-5. Ann Arbor Central Campus activities 6. UM-Dearborn students (BSN '75) 3. Barbara and Ted (BGS '74) Mayden, Linda Singer 4. Nick Miller (LSA Class of 2019), gathered at the University Center and Fairlane Center Bruce Cook (BBA '50, MBA '51) 5. Chris Connolly (U-M Medical School Class of 2021), Richard 5 6 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 For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbHailYeah 5 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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7 8 9 PRESIDENT’S DINNER: 1 2 3 6 MICHIGAN SEMINARS IN FLORIDA NAPLES, FL | FEBRUARY 12, 2018 | NAPLES YACHT CLUB RECEPTION FOR Craig (BBA '73) and Susan (ABEd '77, TeachCert '77) Sincock hosted fellow donors and university 1 2 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 UMMA DIRECTOR CHRISTINA OLSEN the Medical School joined guests in attendance. 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 1. Craig and Susan Sincock, President Mark S. Schlissel, Monica Schwebs 2. Curtis Mack (LLM '73), (UMMA) and U-M supporters into their home to meet with Christina Olsen, the new UMMA director. Paola Luptak (AB '88) 3. Richard G. II (BS '02, MPH '04) and Stephanie Prebish, Marschall Runge Olsen, who began her five-year appointment as director in October 2017, also shared her vision for 4. Howard Cooper Jr. (BBA '50) 5. Edith Briskin, Aileen (MD '78) and Allen Sedman (BSChem '69, UMMA and the important role it will continue to play at the university. BSEChE '69, MS '73, PhD '74) 6. Barbara and Dick Harrison (AB '56), Kimberly and Bob Myers 7. Guests gathered for a poolside reception 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 3 4 10 11 For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbPresidentsDinner 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 WOLVERINE PATHWAYS L.A. SUPPORT RECEPTION LOS 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 2 1 2 1. Keith Black, Carol Bennett 2. Pamela Wiedenbeck (BS '71) 3. Rob Sellers (PhD '90), vice provost 1 2 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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MICHIGAN SEMINARS 5 6 IN FLORIDA NAPLES, 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 1 2 3 3 4 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. 7 8

1. Adelva Sawyer, Thomas Johnson (MSW '80), Patricia Johnson, Claranell Duncan, Ralph Sawyer (BS '61, MD '68) FUTURE OF ENTERTAINMENT PANEL 2. Regent Emerita Shirley McFee 3. Chad Brummett BEVERLY HILLS, CA | APRIL 19, 2018 | UNITED TALENT AGENCY 4. John Nichols (JD '62), Sue Jandernoa, Timothy (DDS The university community gathered at the United Talent Agency headquarters in Beverly Hills '76) and Kathy Gietzen 5. Luke Shaefer, director of 4 5 6 6 for an evening hosted by United’s co-founder and partner Peter Benedek (AB '70), who also Poverty Solutions at U-M 6. Duncan Abbot (College of serves as chair of U-M’s Los Angeles Campaign Leadership Council. Guests heard an insightful Engineering Class of 2018), CEO and founder of Gwydion panel discussion from U-M friends and alumni who are now some of the arts and entertainment Inc., demonstrates virtual reality technology 7. Domenic industry’s leading figures. Los Angeles continues to be a vibrant hub for the university, and this J. Ferrante (AB '88) 8. A. Patrick Parker Jr. (PharmD '63), event is just another reminder that the hues of Hollywood’s future are maize and blue! Marjaliisa Rajala, Willard F. Ehrhardt Jr. (BSEIndE '63), Sally A. Antonides (BSN '60) 9. President Mark S. Schlissel 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, For more photos, check out the Russell Fraser Collegiate Lecturer in Screen Arts & Cultures 7. Nicholas Hall (AB '02), myumi.ch/lbMichiganSeminars Lisa McQuillan (AB '00) 8. Peter Benedek

7 8 9 5 7 For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbEntertainment 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 3 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 PHOENIX M-TALKS 1 discussion, moderated by Detroit's WDIV-TV news anchor Sandra SCOTTSDALE, AZ | FEBRUARY 28, 2018 Ali, that featured experts in food allergies—including Jim Baker, J.W. MARRIOTT CAMELBACK GOLF CLUB director of the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center and the Ruth Dow Doan Professor of Biologic Nanotechnology. The U-M community came together in Scottsdale to hear faculty present on a few of the big questions 1 2 3 1. Guests having a great time while learning about the challenges the university is tackling. From finding solutions to of food allergies and their possible cures 2. Adriane Perakis, 4 both opioid misuse and inefficient public transit to committee co-chair, Alexander Prodan, Violet Perakis, Sandra Ali, exploring the many ways texting is transforming Kim Prodan, committee co-chair 3. Daniel Kadden (AB '17), Kate the English language, guests enjoyed an engaging Fitzgerald (MedRes '04, MedFel '07), Sandra Ali, Jim Baker, Nick evening that underscored the ambitious scope and Lukacs 4. TOP: Aaron Frankel, Judy Frankel, Carolynn Frankel, depth of current research at Michigan. Robert Vondell, Jillian Vondell BOTTOM: Jessica O’Konek (PhD '08), Doris August (AB '59, TeachCert '59), Kathy August (AB '84), Caren 1. Rich Rogel (BBA '70, HLLD '09) 2. Teena and Jim Vondell 5. Hilary Golden, Stacy Klein, Adriane Perakis, Maria Karim, Vogt 3. David Mortensen (BSEMech '72, BSEMetE '72, Marla Karimipour (AB '97), Mary Weiser, Jim Baker 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) For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbSpringLuncheon 2 5 For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbPhoenixMTalks 4 5 6 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 SEATTLE M-TALKS about the many ways research at Michigan is carving a bold future for robotic technology and its SEATTLE, WA | JUNE 30, 2018 | NOVELTY HILL JANUIK WINERY 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). Alumni and friends gathered in Woodinville wine country for a special program and reception 1 2 3 that highlighted the bright future of learning and research at U-M. Faculty shared thoughtful 1. Cy Hopkins (BS '59) 2. Sangita Thakore 3. Steve Berg (BS '91) 4. Pete Wurman, John R. III (BSE '90, talks that addressed how inclusivity fosters excellence in higher education and what it means MSE '91) and Leanne (BSEMech '89) Porter 5. Michelle L. Aebersold, Edwin Olson 6. Nick Thakore to design spaces of equity. (BBA '89) 7. Susan and Charles (BSEIndE '61, MBA '63) Gessner 8. Angelo Adams (MBA '08), Julie Fox 1. Edgar Gonzalez, Jonathan Massey, dean of Taubman College 2. Fiona Lee, associate dean of For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbBostonRobotics 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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7 8 BLAVIN SCHOLARS CELEBRATION 1 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 5 6 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 3 4 5 6 (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 DENVER M-TALKS To see coverage of the event, visit myumi.ch/lbBlavinCelebration 2 7 8 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 ROSS ROUNDTABLE NYC communicating and living in spaces of difference, such as in political differences of opinion NEW YORK, NY | MAY 17, 2018 | HUDSON YARDS EXPERIENCE or in the divisions that manifest through urban growth. Jeff T. Blau (BBA '90) hosted the inaugural Ross Roundtable in New York City, a forum 1. Jane Bomba (BGS '84, MBA '89), Rich Rogel (BBA '70, HLLD '09) 2. Doug Tisdale (AB '71) for prominent NYC Ross School donors and alumni to discuss pressing business 3. David Hall (AB '85), Maher Salah (AB '03, AM '04) 4. Michael S. Barr, the Joan and Sanford questions with industry thought leaders. Scott DeRue, the Edward J. Frey Dean Weill Dean of Public Policy at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy 5. John F. Greene of Business at the Ross School of Business; Cathy Bessant (BBA '82); and Jalak (BS '63, MS '70) 6. David Depoy, Sandra Berhenke Jobanputra led this year’s panel discussion on cryptocurrency—a highly debated economic development that has revolutionized the currency landscape in recent years. 2 3 4 For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbDenverMTalks 1 2 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

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1 8 9 THE CHADTOUGH FOUNDATION CHICAGO HOSTS 2ND ANNUAL OUR THIRD CENTURY GLENCOE, IL | JUNE 4, 2018 CHAMPIONS FOR CHANGE GALA GLENCOE WRITERS THEATRE ANN ARBOR, MI | MAY 19, 2018 | AL GLICK FIELD HOUSE The Victors for Michigan Chicago Campaign Leadership Donors and alumni gathered for a special evening hosted by The ChadTough Foundation Council and Mcubed hosted a special arts event for to honor and support the legacy of Chad Carr—grandson of former U-M football coach alumni and friends. The evening centered on an Lloyd Carr—who lost his life to an incurable brain tumor in 2015. The gala included a joint 1 2 3 4 integrated performance produced by students of the announcement by The ChadTough Foundation and Michigan Medicine that donors reached School of Music, Theatre & Dance that explored many the $30 million threshold to name the Chad Carr Pediatric Brain Tumor Center at U-M. of the complex and deeply-rooted issues of today’s 1 2 3 4 5 youth, as well as some of the ways U-M is seeking 1. Karl Koschmann 2. Karen and Steve (MBA '70) Sanger 3. Dylan Schefter and Adam Schefter solutions for these problems. (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 1. Tammy Chang (BS ’02, MD ’07, MedRes ’10, MS Opipari (MedFel '90), chair of the Department of Pediatrics and Communicable Diseases at ’13) 2. Bill K. Hall (BSE ’65, MBE ’67, MS ’68, PhD C.S. Mott Children's Hospital; Tony Opipari (PhD, MD '94, MedRes '98) 8. Regent Ron Weiser ’69) 3. Mark D. Gerstein (AB ’81) 4. Kelly Dyer, Bill G. (BBA '66), Victors for Michigan campaign council vice chair Fraumann (AB ’70) Verne G. Istock (AB ’62, MBA ’63), John Madigan (BBA ‘58, MBA ‘59) 5. Judith A. Istock For more photos, check out myumi.ch/lbChadTough (ABEd, TeachCert ’62) 6. Provost Martin Philbert 5 6 7 8 7. Verne G. Istock (AB ’62, MBA ’63), John Madigan (BBA ‘58, MBA ‘59) 8. The performance in full swing

PAN-ASIA REUNION-RECEPTION A TOAST TO PROVOST PHILBERT For more photos, check out SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA | MAY 25, 2018 | THE WESTIN CHOSUN SEOUL ATHERTON, CA | MAY 31, 2018 | THE TURNER-MCCONNELL RESIDENCE myumi.ch/lbChicago 6 7 8 Alumni from around the world gathered in Seoul for the ninth annual Pan-Asia Reunion Trish Turner-McConnell (AB '77) and Tom McConnell hosted a celebratory evening with Provost Martin weekend. The celebration kicked off with drinks and hors d'oeuvres, followed by riveting Philbert, honoring his role as provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at U-M. Guests enjoyed performances from Just Jerk Crew, So-Hee Song, and Kwang Jin Kim (MBA '09). premier wine-tasting from multiple alumni-owned wineries. Steve Carnevale’s (BSEng '78) Blue Oak SAN FRANCISCO LOS ANGELES Estates and Mike O’Connell’s (BSEIO '93) Grayson Cellars facilitated a special showcase, along with 1. Ku-Hung Jung (PhD '76) 2. Jake Lah (MBA '84), Peter Fan (MSE '77, PhD '82) 3. So-Hee Song additional selections by Bill (BSEEE '82) and Susan (BSEChE '84) Braymers’ Laurentide Winery. 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 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

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1 2 3 1 2 3 STUDENT SEND-OFFS The 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.

3 SAN FRANCISCO, CA | JULY 25, 2018 3 4 THE SINGH RESIDENCE 4 5 6 1. Tej and Simran Singh 2. E. Royster Harper (BSEd '73, TeachCert '73, 4 5 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 PAN-ASIA REUNION (SMTD Class of 2022), Alicia Perez 6. Guests singing Hail to the Victors! LOS ANGELES, CA | JULY 26, 2018 SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA | MAY 26, 2018 | THE WESTIN CHOSUN SEOUL THE HARBERT RESIDENCE The festivities continued the following day with insightful panel conversations on a broad range 1. Maddy Harbert (LSA Class of 2021), Chris and Laurie Harbert of cutting-edge topics—from genomics and cancer to digital economies and fintech systems— 4 5 2. Timothy Cheng 3. E. Royster Harper (BSEd '73, TeachCert '73, 5 by some of the university’s leading innovators. A keynote discussion between President Mark S. 7 8 AM '74), vice president for Student Life 4. Rubani Walia (LSA Class Schlissel and South Korean Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Strategy and Finance Dong-Yeon of 2022), Abigail Brown (LSA Class of 2022) 5. Victor Hsu, Dreama Kim (MPP '91, PhD '93), fittingly capped the weekend’s wealth of global discourse. Gose, Robert Hsu (LSA Class of 2022), Dolly Niemann (AB '63), Bill Niemann (BSEEM '60, MBA '62) 6. Guests singing Hail to the Victors! 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 WESTPORT, CT | AUGUST 8, 2018 before dinner 6. Woosung Hwang (MBA '96) 7. Alumni posing outside for a group shot 8. Hail to the Victors! THE KORUS RESIDENCE 1. David (AB '83) and Barbara Korus, Eve Korus (LSA Class of 2021) See coverage of the event at myumi.ch/lbPanReunion 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 6 6 1 2 3

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4 5 6 3 5 6 MICHIGAN MEDICINE + METRO 4 5 6 HEALTH: WEST MICHIGAN EVENT 1 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 7 8 5. Karl (BSEMetE '57) and Patricia (AB '59) Betz 6. David Frey 2 4 7 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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3 4 © REGENTS OF THE PHOTOGRAPHY—Stand Up. Stay Humble.: Michigan Photography, Eric Bronson. Commencement: UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN Michigan Photography, Eric Bronson. Event on Main: Zanin’s Creative Photography, David Zanin. Michael J. Behm, Grand Blanc Future of Medicine Reception: Renato Zacchia Photography, Renato Zacchia. President’s Dinner- Mark J. Bernstein, Ann Arbor Michigan Seminars In Florida: Mark Elias Media Services, Mark Elias. Michigan Seminars In Florida: Shauna Ryder Diggs, Grosse Pointe Mark Elias Media Services, Mark Elias. Hail Yeah! Student Day of Thanks: Michigan Photography, Denise Ilitch, Bingham Farms Scott Soderberg. Reception for UMMA Director Christina Olsen: Jill LeVine Photography, Jill LeVine. Andrea Fischer Newman, Ann Arbor Celebrating Donors and Their Scholars: Michigan Photography, Austin Thomason. Wolverine Andrew C. Richner, Grosse Pointe Park Pathways L.A. Support Reception: Mike Ditz Photo, Mike Ditz. Future of Entertainment Panel: Mike Ron Weiser, Ann Arbor Ditz Photo, Mike Ditz. Spring Luncheon for the Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center: Lisa Vreede Katherine E. White, Ann Arbor Photography, Lisa Vreede. Blavin Scholars Celebration: Melanie Reyes Photography, Melanie Reyes. Ross Roundtable NYC: Mike Bradley Photo, Mike Bradley. Phoenix M-Talks: Gudenschwager Mark S. Schlissel, ex officio 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 5 6 Russell Photography, John Russell.

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