March 2, 2026 | In her latest Junk Journal entry, Natalie explores a simple question: is Valentine’s Day only about romance? Through crafts, conversation and a shared meal, she finds that love often looks like community, care and the feeling of belonging.
Witnessing connection: A Q&A with Jennifer Walker
February 11, 2026 | After reflecting on Winterfest through scraps and student stories in “Scraps of Belonging,” Natalie continues the conversation here—stepping back to speak with Jennifer Walker, lead manager for student organizations at the Center for Campus Involvement.
Scraps of belonging
February 11, 2026 | Through scraps collected at Winterfest, Natalie Tseng uncovers how U-M students find community, discover new parts of themselves and show it’s never too late to get involved.
From move-out to reuse: The FreeStore brings new life to student goods
October 1, 2025 | The Planet Blue Student Leaders’ FreeStore is back—giving students free access to clothing and household goods while keeping hundreds of pounds of items out of landfills.
From Blavin to Broadway
Meet Alana Pollard (BFA '21), a Blavin Scholar alumna who's now making her dreams come true on Broadway. Her journey highlights how the Blavin Scholars Program’s support and resources help students navigate college, build essential life skills, and pursue their passion.