Meet the future
The world needs bold leaders ready to tackle urgent environmental challenges. At SEAS, we say “bring it on.” We’re the architects of a new tomorrow: transforming research into action to create a healthier planet for all.
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Now available: Fall 2024 Stewards
In this issue of Stewards magazine, see how we’re addressing the grand problems of our time while inspiring hope for a better future. Our cover story, for example, focuses on U-M as “The Great Lakes University” and how we’re using research, engagement and collaboration to protect and plan for a more resilient Great Lakes region. You’ll also find stories about conservation efforts in the Mediterranean islands to guard against biodiversity loss and species extinction and efforts to restore soil health and crop diversity.
Academic Rigor—Real-World Impact
Research News
The latest in research from SEAS faculty and students
Impact Stories
Master's projects produce real-world throughout the region—and the globe.
Community Highlights
Our SEAS community is recognized through notable awards and honors across all disciplines.
In the Media
Our experts in the field weigh in on issues across a wide spectrum of media outlets.
Themes
Sustainability Themes cut across all specializations—and give students, faculty, and partners a chance to dig deeper into a particular area of impact and interest. Themes are also used as rallying points for cross-campus research, teaching and civic engagement collaborations.
Game changers in action
Madeline Walker Miller, PhD student, CEO of NexTiles LLC
“I started my business because most people understand the negative impacts that plastic has on the environment, but a lot of people don’t realize what fabric waste is doing to our air, water, and soil resources.”
Read more about Madeline Walker Miller
Kiley Adams, dual-degree student, SEAS and Michigan Medicine
“I immediately realized that the trip was totally inaccessible to current and future classmates with mobility impairments, and I thought that having a mobility device that folks who have an impairment could use that makes being on trails accessible is a pretty easy fix.”
Read more about Kiley Adams
Mike Kaminski senior data solutions, First Street Foundation
“For people to care about something, you need to show them how it affects them personally—and nothing gets more personal than people’s homes, which is often their biggest financial asset.”
Read more about Mike Kaminski
Upcoming Seas Events
CliftonStrengths Workshop (Strengthsfinder) (In Person)
12:00 pmThis workshop will focus on exploring and taking the Top 5...
EAS 568 Mends-day Wednesdays
3:00 pmDon’t toss it —mend it! Join us for Mends-Day Wednesdays on October 9...
MLA Spring Break Shadowing Program Information Session (Hybrid)
12:00 pmIf you are interested in job shadowing to learn more about the LA...
Alumni Master Chat: Sustainable Packaging Innovations in Consumer Packaged Goods
12:00 pmJoin fellow members of the SEAS community for an Alumni Master Chat...