Upcoming Events

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February Featured Events

Forging Identity Book Release

Celebrate the launch of Forging Identity with us at the UMDC!

An urban sociologist befriends visionary Detroit artist and inventor Carlos Nielbock, whose life experiences reflect the challenges facing the city. Over several years, Paul Draus chronicles Nielbock’s mixed-race upbringing in postwar Germany, his search for his Black father in 1980s Detroit, and his artistic vision for the city’s future. Drawing on interviews, research, and sociological context, the book explores themes of race, identity, craftsmanship, capitalism, and criminal justice. RSVP here.

 

 

 

Creating Equitable Access to the Lower Rouge River Water Trail

Join us for a discussion on equitable river access with Herman Jenkins from Friends of the Rouge! Founded in 1986, Friends of the Rouge works to restore and protect the Rouge River through stewardship, education, and collaboration. The group aims to reconnect communities with the river for recreation and health. FOTR is working with community stakeholders to develop a 29-mile water trail on the Lower Rouge River across 9 cities and linking it to regional trails like the Joe Louis Greenway and Iron Belle Trail, while addressing challenges and celebrating successes along the way.  RSVP here.