“We’re not just showcasing the work of the university, but of the university and our partners in the city. We hope there will be a lot of spark and new partnerships form,” said Sonia Harb, special advisor on Detroit engagement for the provost’s office, of the purpose of um3detroit.

The um3detroit event on May 9 at the Gem Theater in Detroit features talks by U-M President Mark Schlissel and U-M alumni Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Wendy Jackson, managing director of the Detroit Program for the Kresge Foundation.

University of Michigan President Mark Schlissel, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan and Detroit Free Press editor Stephen Henderson will join U-M and community leaders for a daylong exploration and presentation of research and learning practices taking place in and with Detroit.