U-M Center for Social Solutions

CSS research area specialist Julie Arbit recently chatted with BBC about cities advertising as 'climate havens'. What does this term mean, and how should these areas prepare for the effects of climate change? Read more at the link below:

US cities are advertising themselves as 'climate havens'. But can they actually protect residents from extreme weather? Buffalo, New York, is one of a growing number of cities to embrace the idea of being a climate refuge, but can they actually protect residents from extreme weather?

Join us and the Michigan Medicine Black Voices Resource Group on June 25 for a screening of The Cost of Inheritance! The documentary will be followed by lunch and a panel discussion with Tonya Kneff-Chang, PhD and Jasmine Simington. Register to attend here: https://umich.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cwMWqxxBGAVPBT8?Q_CHL=qr

The latest episode of CSS’ official podcast, The Merging Point, is now live! Join Dr. Earl Lewis and Washtenaw County Racial Equity Officer Alize Asberry Payne to explore the work of reparations at the local, state, and national level.

Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/67HC1OecjbguBRRHlf8nGz

On Tuesday, June 18, CSS is partnering with Rice University Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for a fireside chat in Houston, TX exploring the impact of SCOTUS’ recent affirmative action decision on higher education leadership and other organizations. We invite you to join us! Please register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1woCfGwSHH5AhyC8KKQFdWXBMD7AHNG6MZH5XLhCn6BhkHw/viewform

Congratulations to Dr. Earl Lewis on receiving the 2024 Roy Rosenzweig Distinguished Service Award from the Organization of American Historians! This award recognizes "an individual or individuals whose contributions have significantly enriched our understanding and appreciation of American history."

Our new podcast, The Merging Point: Where Social Justice Meets Social Solutions, is now live! The show features Dr. Earl Lewis in conversation with interdisciplinary leaders to address large social issues through actionable solutions. Check out the latest episode and learn more about the podcast on our website: https://lsa.umich.edu/social-solutions/about/podcasts.html

The latest installment of the Academic Leadership Institute’s webinar series is now live on the CSS YouTube channel! Find the full recording and read a recap of the event on our website: https://lsa.umich.edu/social-solutions/news-events/news/ali-2024-webinar.html

The CSS co-produced documentary “The Cost of Inheritance” will be screening Thursday, April 4 at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History in Detroit! Join us to explore the complex issue of reparations through film, followed by a panel discussion. Learn more and register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLyU7IAQQ2uNCIkrdOG0O29OOzFapxjLe1xRsU_Q0Ud6ubhQ/viewform

Join us tomorrow to hear CSS Associate Director Alford A. Young, Jr. as part of the University of Michigan College of Literature, Science, and the Arts' Collegiate Lecture Series! Dr. Young’s lecture is one of three that will make up this illuminating event. Learn more and find the Zoom link: https://events.umich.edu/event/118494

Join us for the next installment in the ALI webinar series where we will discuss how institutions can assess the ability to meet evolving financial needs while tackling critical issues such as tuition increases, student debt, and more. Learn more and register here: https://myumi.ch/wyqD3

On January 29, the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy and the University of Michigan College of Literature, Science, and the Arts honored CSS director Earl Lewis for receiving the National Humanities Medal from President Biden. Read a recap of the event and watch the full recording now on our website! https://lsa.umich.edu/social-solutions/news-events/news/events/earl-lewis-honored-2024.html