By far, social media’s greatest strengths are the ability it grants to quickly share information, facilitate meaningful conversations, and build communities. It has been #UMSocial’s greatest pleasure in 2019 to share the university’s story with all of our friends, fans, and followers, and continue to grow our online community of #Wolverines. From groundbreaking research, to exciting announcements, and a-maize-ing stories, here are our top 20 social media moments of the past year:
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— University of Michigan (@UMich) August 14, 2019
Black History Month
Graduating valedictorian of his class in 1880, Jose Celso Barbosa was not only the first Puerto Rican to earn a medical…
Posted by University of Michigan on Thursday, February 7, 2019
8-year-old Evie singing at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital
💛Evie 💙8-yr-old Evie, who is blind, was anxious about a procedure involving seizure testing at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital.But everything changed when a music therapist walked into the room and helped Evie sing through her favorite song.
Posted by University of Michigan on Thursday, February 21, 2019
University of Michigan – Rewind
University of Michigan – Rewind
"Look at the horizon, quite the panorama"As the Class of 2019 prepares to begin their promising futures, graduation is also a time to reflect on the amazing memories they’ve made along the way. Congratulations #Wolverines. ⏪🎓
Posted by University of Michigan on Monday, April 29, 2019
Wolverine Cub
Announcing the 2020 Debate
The University of Michigan Presidential Debate 2020 Announcement
ANN ARBOR—The University of Michigan will host a Presidential Debate on Oct. 15, 2020, the Commission on Presidential Debates announced today. The debate, which will take place in the university’s Crisler Center, will be the second in a series of three Presidential Debates next year prior to the November election. Learn more at: Debate2020.UMich.edu
Posted by University of Michigan on Friday, October 11, 2019
Faculty Weigh in on the College Admissions Scandal
Ramadan Kareem Wolverines
To all of our #Wolverines observing the beginning of Ramadan this evening, we wish you a month filled with grace and happiness.
Posted by University of Michigan on Sunday, May 5, 2019
First Day of School
Happy First Day of School Wolverines
Happy first day, Wolverines.#GoBlue 💛💙
Posted by University of Michigan on Monday, September 2, 2019
How Extreme Temperatures Affect Cars
Celebrating Our Staff on Labor Day
Behind every world-class university stands an extensive group of hardworking individuals.Thank you to all our 28,000+…
Posted by University of Michigan on Monday, September 2, 2019
Detroit Center for Innovation Announcement
New $300M U-M Research and Education Center to anchor 14-acre #Detroit Center for Innovation, serving students pursuing advanced degrees in high #tech innovation industries & providing a new talent pipeline in #Michigan. https://t.co/BKiAEMAuEc pic.twitter.com/WjxnhIMf26
— University of Michigan (@UMich) October 30, 2019
Michigan Football Returns
Tonight’s the night! Who’s ready for Michigan Football?🎶 by ZAYDE WØLF#GoBlue
Posted by University of Michigan on Saturday, August 31, 2019
U-M Museum of Natural History Grand Opening
U-M Museum of Natural History Grand Opening
Did you hear the good news? The University of Michigan Museum of Natural History is opening its doors on Sunday, April 14, 2019!Get ready to visit some of your favorite specimens and experience a wealth of new and exciting exhibits. Learn more at ummnh.org
Posted by University of Michigan on Wednesday, February 6, 2019
Team 153 Shines
Thank you, #Team153!
Posted by University of Michigan on Wednesday, June 26, 2019
U.S. News and World Report Ranks U-M No. 3 Public University
In a new ranking by @usnews, U-M is ranked the nation’s third-best public university and 25th overall. #GoBlue #URecord https://t.co/yNWvqTvTM3 pic.twitter.com/lPS0VjsU3o
— University of Michigan (@UMich) September 9, 2019
Michigan Medicine Match Day 2019
Today is Match Day! ✉️Michigan Medicine's graduating medical students tore open envelopes to find out where their…
Posted by University of Michigan on Friday, March 15, 2019
Spring 2019 Commencement
Did you attend Commencement in the Big House today? Relive some of our favorite moments from today’s incredible ceremony…
Posted by University of Michigan on Saturday, May 4, 2019
U-M Ranked No. 21 in the World by Times Higher Education
The University of Michigan is ranked No. 21 in the world, according to the 2020 @timeshighered World University Rankings released yesterday. #URecord https://t.co/mI9vQGLf1f pic.twitter.com/RFoyPRYUXD
— University of Michigan (@UMich) September 12, 2019
Big House Sunset
