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Associate Professor Rosemary Perez spoke with Michigan Public about LSA’s new pilot program to replace traditional letter grades with “pass” or “no credit” for most first-semester students. The program will take effect in fall 2027 and is intended to help first-year students gain “early momentum” as they transition into college. Read more at https://myumi.ch/8JqVz

Join us for an online info session to learn more about the Master of Arts in Educational Studies at Marsal Education. Hear from students, staff, and faculty about the program, application process, courses, internship opportunities, funding, and student life in Ann Arbor. The session will also include time for Q&A. Learn more and register at https://myumi.ch/zN9Pd

The University of Michigan Board of Regents announced Dr. C. Cybele Raver as its choice to become the university’s 17th president. The Board will hold a special meeting on Sept. 1 to take a formal vote. Pending approval, Dr. Raver’s appointment will take effect Dec. 1. Dr. Raver, currently the provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at Vanderbilt University, is a nationally recognized leader in higher education. myumi.ch/xjwJm

Associate Professor Jamaal Sharif Matthews and Professor Matthew Stephen Ronfeldt are leading a new project exploring how AI-generated analyses of classroom instruction can be integrated into teacher–coach cycles. The project will examine whether AI can make instructional patterns and feedback more visible and accessible, supporting teacher growth and more equitable, belonging-centered instruction. Read more: https://myumi.ch/Mpkm6

Join us for a virtual information session about our Undergraduate Elementary and Secondary Teacher Education programs. Hear from current students and staff about the student experience, application process, and what makes our programs unique. We’ll also discuss admission for cross-campus and external transfer applicants, followed by a Q&A. Register at https://myumi.ch/zN9MG

Ready to launch your teaching career? Join us for a virtual info session to learn more about our Master of Arts with Teacher Certification program. Hear from staff and current students about the program, including coursework, scheduling, funding opportunities, and the application process. Bring your questions, we’re here to help you take the next step. Register today: https://myumi.ch/E78Pe

As the University of Pittsburgh announces a tuition-free program for in-state students at its branch campuses while raising tuition at its main Pittsburgh campus, Assistant Professor Jeremy Wright-Kim speaks with Pittsburgh's PublicSource about the many financial mechanisms that shape college tuition decisions. Read more: https://myumi.ch/pgV8d

Ready to take the next step toward a career in teaching? Join our online information session to learn more about the Michigan Alternate Route to Certification program at Marsal Education. Explore the Initial Certification Pathway, learn how the program can support your transition into teaching, and get your questions answered. Learn more and register: https://myumi.ch/jVZ39

This summer, students, faculty, and staff from the Marsal School’s Center for the Study of Higher and Postsecondary Education traveled to Chile for an experiential learning course exploring how higher education advances social change. The group met with Chilean students, faculty, institutional leaders, policymakers, and community members to learn about Chile’s higher education system and its broader social, political, and economic contexts. Read more about students’ experiences and reflections: https://myumi.ch/VDGz5

🏖️🇨🇾 Marsal is in Cyprus! Our Online MA in Leading Educational Innovation and Transformation is built for busy professionals who want to advance their careers without putting life on hold. Whether you're enjoying a traditional Cypriot coffee by the Mediterranean Sea or traveling for work, you can keep making progress toward your degree from anywhere in the world. Learn more and apply at https://myumi.ch/gkj4n