The University of Michigan’s Maize & Blue Cupboard (MBC) is working with Ann Arbor-based Food Gatherers to create a mobile food distribution program on the University’s North Campus. The program will make MBC resources more accessible to students and other individuals living on North Campus while staying within COVID-19 safety and health guidelines. The first mobile distribution for shoppers was Wednesday, Sept. 9.

During this unusual academic year, U-M continues to provide comprehensive wellness, support, and DEI programs by adding virtual offerings. Many Student Life services and programs to help your student have a positive experience and work through challenges and concerns have gone virtual.

Here’s a look at what’s available for your student:

Competitive Esports programs are growing in popularity among university students and those at the University of Michigan are joining in the “game.”. Your student will be able to participate via a new partnership between Recreational Sports and a student organization previously known as Arbor Esports.

 A fall competition schedule begins September 19. 

Students who are diagnosed COVID-positive while on campus, and are asked to self-isolate, can still turn to Michigan dining to provide healthy, nutritious meals delivered to their door. 

MDining offers isolation meals in the same format it has provided meals to students confined to their room due to illness or injury in years past. The isolation meal delivery process helps combat viruses, the flu and other outbreaks.

Last week, the State of Michigan lifted the executive order to reopen gyms across the state. Before your student can return to in-person workouts and activities, however, the Recreational Sports team will be addressing hiring needs, training, maintenance and safety precautions to prepare facilities to safely operate in a COVID-19 public health informed environment.

The team will develop timelines for how quickly this work can be completed and ensure we can meet all additional state requirements for your students’ safety.

The facilities are reopening, but there are still plenty of virtual Recreational Sports opportunities ready to help your students reach their fitness goals this Fall! 

Group‑X Free Week classes are offered virtually via Zoom. To find the class your student wants to check out, they can visit the Group-X schedule on the Recreational Sports website. Starting September 7, your student can buy the Unlimited Semester Pass, which costs $35 and gives them access to all virtual classes, all semester long!

Dear Wolverine Families, 

Michigan Housing has both professional staff in the residence halls and student staff, many of whom are Resident Advisors (RAs). The RAs play a significant role in building community on the floor, providing connections and looking out for the wellness and safety of your student. We received word on Wednesday that some student staff in particular buildings have opted to stop work, sharing a number of concerns. Other resident advisors have shared they are continuing their duties. 

The University of Michigan’s Maize & Blue Cupboard (MBC) has partnered with Ann Arbor-based Food Gatherers and the College of Engineering to create a mobile food distribution program on the University’s North Campus. The program makes MBC resources more accessible to individuals living on North Campus while staying within COVID-19 safety and health guidelines. 

Your student now has a safe, on-campus location to cast their vote in the November 3, 2020 election. They can also register to vote and cast early in-person absentee ballots on campus.