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Get the inside scoop about life at U-M and applying to Michigan from current student bloggers, Admissions staff, and guest faculty writers.
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Why First-year Students Should Stay Active on Campus
Learn about U-M’s gyms, group fitness, and finding your own ways to stay active.
A Quick Guide to Making Friends in Your First Week on Campus
Some tips for stepping out of your comfort zone.
A Guide to Sports at Michigan
What you should know about intramurals, club sports, and Division 1 athletics.
Advice From a U-M Senior to Seniors in High School
You’re not alone if you feel nervous about the future.
How to Make the Most of Your Study Abroad Experience
How to plan, choose a program, find funding, and more.
Stop Saying Life Is Short: How I Changed Majors Five Times and No One Cares
Don't worry about having it all figured out from the start.
Free and Low-cost Ways to Experience the Arts on Campus
Check out some of your many options, including museums, cultural experiences, and student performances.
A Foodie’s Guide to the U-M Campus: A Look at Michigan Dining, Best Campus Eats, Where to Get Groceries, & More
From the residence halls to off-campus living, every college student is charged with accessing affordable, tasty food that also meets their dietary needs. Read on to learn how this challenge is made simpler at U-M through services like MDining and the Maize and Blue Cupboard.
Fun & (Mostly) Free Things to Do on Campus This Summer
If you're spending summer in Ann Arbor, or planning a visit soon, look no further for a list of comprehensive free and fun-filled activities to fill your day.
Four Years at the University of Michigan
I share my main reflections and experiences over each of my four years.
Rejection, Redirection, and Resilience
Let’s be honest, rejection hurts, but it’s what we do with this redirection that matters.