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U-M's School of Education has a new name thanks to a multimillion dollar donation.

Bill Martin has donated $100,000 to an Ann Arbor-based nonprofit to improve the lives of those living near one of Central America's largest garbage dumps.

Michigan Medicine will name its new hospital after longtime philanthropists.

Billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has donated $1 million to Junior Achievement of Southeastern Michigan (JASEM), a nonprofit focused on helping young people prepare for their future and economic success.

Kroger has donated to EMU's food pantry for the past five years to fight student hunger on campus.

Jiu-Hwa Lo Upshur has given three major gifts to EMU totaling $1 million.

The Peony Garden at U-M's Nichols Arboretum has a new name.

A new gift has brought EMU one step closer to constructing its brand-new arts complex.

The Detroit Lions surprised a terminally ill Sterling Heights man with the gift of a lifetime in recognition of his work and mission.

A new gift will establish a fund for 10 students to receive full-ride nursing scholarships to WCC each year.

U-M Regent Ron Weiser has committed $30 million to establish new prostate cancer center on university's medical campus.

Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh announced he plans to give his bonus money to athletic department staffers who took pay cuts over the last 18 months.

This mini game entertainment system is the perfect Christmas gift for adults and kids and it's part of our pre-black Friday deal.

A new building housing two disciplines is coming to U-M's North Campus.

The University of Michigan said it plans to expand environmental justice efforts after a $11.1 million gift.

It can be hard to find the perfect gift to celebrate a special occasion but now two sisters-in-law from Canton are adding another option with their colorful balloon and basket creations.

Dug and Linh Song have launched a new matching campaign to support Packard Health's work within the community.

Show your dad that you love him this Father's Day with these fun tech toys that are perfect for summer.

Eastern Michigan University has received a $1 million gift from alumnus Jack E.

See how you can support two local breweries and make donations to Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley's 2021 House That Beer Built.

A University of Michigan alumnus has donated combined artwork and funds totaling $5 million to the University of Michigan Museum of Art.

The Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra recently donated numerous music supplies to the student band at Ypsilanti Community High School.

ANN ARBOR – Ronald and Marvel Jones are no strangers to CUAA. In 2018 the couple made their first transformational gift to the university after touring the School of Nursing and meeting with Assistant Vice President of Academics, Cindy Fenske, DNP. Fenske is looking to incorporate augmented reality (AR) into the current simulations used by the nursing students. Dr. Ryan Peterson, vice president of administration, renaming the School of Nursing reflects the commitment and generosity of the Joneses. For more information about the Ronald and Marvel School of Nursing visit here.

CUAA announces the new Ronald and Marvel Jones School of Nursing.

YPSILANTI, Mich. – Eastern Michigan University announced it will be renaming its engineering and technology college in recognition of alumni group GameAbove, which has donated a total of $20 million toward student- and faculty-based initiatives over the past 15 months. The GameAbove College of Engineering and Technology name will go into effect on March 1. “The College of Engineering and Technology has a strong reputation. We greatly value GameAbove’s exceptional support of Eastern Michigan University students and faculty.”AdDean of the College of Engineering and Technology, Mohamad Qatu, said the group’s support has helped to “dramatically accelerate” the school’s ability to serve its students. To see the undergraduate and graduate level programs EMU’s College of Engineering and Technology currently offers, click here.

ANN ARBOR – A gift from donors Lainie and Kenny Lipschutz and the Lipschutz Family Fund has made Michigan Medicine’s Paws4Patients a permanent program in the health system. To honor the family’s generosity, the program has been renamed the Lipschutz-Danzansky Family Paws4Patients Program. Established in 2016 with the support of several donor families, the program -- and its four-legged caregivers -- provides support and comfort to Michigan Medicine patients and their families. (Courtesy: Michigan Medicine)The Lipschutzs are also members of the Michigan Medicine C.S. Each dog was matched with Michigan Medicine based on the types of patients that receive care and the health system’s needs.

ANN ARBOR – Bløm Meadworks owners Lauren Bloom and Matt Ritchey have pivoted several times to address the shifting landscape during the pandemic. (Bløm Meadworks)Each kit will be available for pick up on the fourth Saturday of the month. Bundles are available in 3 month, 6 month or ongoing subscriptions. “We all have less foot traffic and a smaller audience than we are used to,” said Bloom. On a personal note, they allow her and Ritchey to continue working with community partners.