Upcoming Events

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Featured Event

The Olympics: Money and Sports in Detroit

The NFL Draft will be in Detroit for the first time this month! Hundreds of fans, players, and news outlets will flock to the city in a matter of weeks. This is one of the biggest events in sports that the city has hosted, but hopefully, this won’t be the last.

On Friday, April 19th, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, at the University of Michigan Detroit Center 3663 Woodward Ave STE 150, Detroit, MI, we will explore the history and complexities behind hosting events like this, specifically the Olympics. The city has applied to host the Olympics seven times and has been passed up each time. Money, publicity, and tourism surround this opportunity, and most believe this could be great for Detroit. Join us with special guest Dr. Stefan Syzmanski, to explore the expansive history of the Olympics and the aftermath for the hosts. Who really wins when the Olympics come into town? Find out and save your spot today.

Remembering the Rwandan Genocide: What are the Lessons for Today?

On Friday, April 19th, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, at the University of Michigan Detroit Center 3663 Woodward Ave STE 150, Detroit, MI, guest speakers, Dr. Andrew Port, author of Never Again: Germans and Genocide after the Holocaust Samuel Habimana, founder and executive director of the Rwanda Resilience and Grounding Organization will host an open discussion about the international view and approach for genocide with the Rwandan Genocide as the key focus.

Come and join the discussion at the Detroit Center with our guest speakers to explore the different reactions from nations and organizations like the United Nations or the International Criminal Court. Together we will consider the question, “What can we learn from the experience of Rwanda, then and now?”

Racism and Emotion Research Project

What is the emotional toll on African Americans living in a racist society? How can the joy endure?

Join us on Saturday, May 4th from 12:00 – 3:00 PM at the University of Michigan Detroit Center, 3663 Woodward Ave, STE 150, Detroit, MI. The University of Michigan Detroit Center is partnering with the Ross School of Business to host an afternoon for African Americans 18+ to anonymously contribute their perspective through a one hour survey. It will assess encounters with racism, understanding of historical events, background and beliefs, and emotional well-being. Open discussion with a guest speaker will follow.

Participants will receive a $25 gift card and refreshments, and the opportunity to engage in a community led dialogue. Registration required.