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‘Archival intelligence’: A retrospective on retiring faculty member Elizabeth Yakel

05/27/2025

Yakel will retire this June, concluding a 25-year chapter at UMSI that has shaped the school’s direction and the archival field more broadly.

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U-M School of Information launches minor in human-centered AI

05/22/2025

Starting in fall 2025, UMSI’s newest minor will prepare students from any academic background to use AI responsibly in real-world contexts.

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Hope is in the prototype at UMSI Student Project Exposition

05/19/2025

Take a fast-paced tour of solutions with staying power — from a tool to save truck drivers’ lives to an app that nurtures long-distance friendships. 

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Much to celebrate for Master of Applied Data Science program

05/09/2025

MADS grads gathered in Ann Arbor to celebrate commencement, as program leadership marked another year of growth and global impact. 

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UMSI celebrates record graduating class at 2025 commencement

05/02/2025

Nearly 800 graduates earned degrees across UMSI’s programs, as commencement speakers emphasized the crucial role information graduates have to play in the world today. 

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UMSI announces awards for 2025 graduates

05/01/2025

At this year’s commencement ceremony, the University of Michigan School of Information honored five members of the class of 2025 with student awards. 

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UMSI’s online Master of Applied Data Science moves to skills-based admissions

04/28/2025

A new assessment and interview will replace essays and recommendations, creating a more accessible admissions process aligned with the skills students need for success.

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UMSI champions tech for social good through "Look to Michigan" campaign

04/28/2025

UMSI aims to raise $20 million to prepare the next generation of information leaders, support world-changing research and expand educational access. 

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2025 UMSI Student Project Exposition award winners announced

04/23/2025

14 top projects earned awards, representing excellence in user experience design, archival practice, civic engagement, entrepreneurship and more. 

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MSI student Hamza Naveed among 50 selected nationwide for Google summit

04/22/2025

The 2025 Building for Everyone Summit brought together students and professionals who are leading the way in inclusive design and building equitable products. 

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