Office of the Vice President for
Government Relations

Engage Michigan.
Engage with state legislators, campus leaders, and U-M alumni and friends interested in public higher education at a reception in support of the University.

111 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing.

RSVP by Friday, May 18, 2012
to Valerie Woloszyn at vwoloszy@umich.edu,
or call 734-763-9708.

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Recent Grad Welcome Event

Meet and greet U-M graduates who recently move into or now work in the Greater Lansing area on Wednesday, May 30th from 6-8p.m. at the Tripper's located at 350 Frandor Ave. Lansing, MI . All alumni are welcome to attend this event.

17th Annual Mayor's Drug Free Youth Golf Classic

This Classic promises to be a fun-filled day to play golf and continue helping our youth remain drug free! June 15th at Groesbeck Golf Course, 1600 Ormond, Lansing, MI.

2012 Memorial Day Parade:

The City of Lansing's Annual Memorial Day Parade will be held in downtown Lansing on Saturday, May 26, 2012 with the parade start time at 10:00 a.m. The theme of this year's parade is "Honoring Our Heros". The main reviewing stand will be at the corner of Michigan and Capitol Avenue in downtown Lansing. Come out to honor not only our active and retired military but those who have given the ultimate sacrifice in service to the nation. Show our active and retired military your patriotic spirit as we honor their service and the service of those no longer with us. A ceremony to honor the fallen will be held at Evergreen Cemetery (Little Arlington Section) at 12:00 p.m.

Parade Magazine Ranks Lansing as One of America's Hardest-Working Towns

Parade Magazine examined several criteria to determine the top 25 hardest-working towns in our country. Lansing was noted for a long average work week and scored several points above the national average in workers giving up their personal time and weekends for work. Lansing is truly "Where Michigan Works!"

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Michigan Road Scholars Tour

The Michigan Road Scholars (MRS)Tour for faculty at the University of Michigan is a five-day traveling seminar on the State of Michigan. This educational tour exposes participants to the state's economy, government and politics, culture, educational systems, health and social issues, history, and geography.
See more information on the MRS Website. See photos of the 2012 trip HERE.

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Mobile Food Pantry

The City of Lansing Human Relations and Community Services Department & the Mid-Michigan Food Bank announce the South Church of Nazarene Mobile Food Pantry on Saturday, May 19 from 9:00a.m. - 11:00a.m.

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Michigan Alumni Reception in Lansing -MARL

Wednesday, May 23, 2012 from 5 - 6:30 p.m. at Troppo
The Michigan Alumni Reception in Lansing (MARL) is a reception that is put on by the Alumni Association of the University of Michigan. This event is for state legislators, campus leaders, and UM alumni and friends that are interested in public higher education and meeting President Mary Sue Coleman and the UM Football Coach.

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2012 Senior Health Fair

Senior Health Fair will be held on Saturday, August 11, 2012 at the Lansing Center from 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m.. There will be 56 different venders present to offer information to the general public 50 + years and up. Speakers, music, and food will be available for entertainment and educational purposes. This event is free to the general public. 

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Michigan's Corporate Tax Rating Upgraded to 7th in the Nation

Michigan's reinvention continues to gain momentum with an update from the Tax Foundation that improves the state's corporate tax ranking in the State Business Tax Climate Index from 49th to 7th in the nation, Gov. Rick Snyder announced today at the Detroit Economic Club. Read More

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Mayor Bernero State of the City Address:
Mayor Bernero delivered his State of the City Address at the new national headquarters of the Accident Fund Insurance Company of America in downtown Lansing on January 30, 2012. Highlights PDF

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President Obama at U-M - Unveils Education Plan
By Jillian Bogater President Barack Obama unveiled a higher education plan for the nation that included increased funding for universities that keep tuition affordable and provide value. Read More in the U-M Record Update.

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The 2012 Night for Notables event
The The Library of Michigan has announced the list of the 2012 Michigan Notable Books - 20 books highlighting Michigan people, places and events. The list highlights exceptional "Michigan books" published in 2011 that bring attention to Michigan authors and topics. Books that showcase the range of experiences of Michigan's citizens and life in the Great Lakes by well-established and first-time authors can be found on the list.  The event will be held on Saturday, April 28th at the Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 30159 Lansing, MI 48909. Time: 4:30 - 8:00 pm

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Below are links from Gov. Rick Snyder's office regarding various issues of the State of Michigan.

Gov. Rick Snyder - Michigan is 'getting it right, getting it done' as reinvention continues: Read more
2012 State of the Union Address: Read more
Reinventing Michigan: Our Goals and Objects: PDF

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Lansing casino plan includes 2,200 jobs:
Read article here

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Lansing First Fridays - Explore the Fun Side

On the first Friday of every month Greater Lansing rolls out the fun carpet – big time. You'll find restaurants and bars with unique specials, shops and galleries with extended hours, and events for everyone to enjoy. You'll also find free CATA transportation on all buses and the Entertainment Express trolley, with service every 15 minutes between downtown Lansing and East Lansing and dozens of places along the way. Come out on this First Fridays and explore the fun side of Greater Lansing – where you can expect the unexpected.

Greater Lansing Tourism Ambassador Program

The Team Lansing Foundation and the Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau are pleased to announce the launch of a formal educational program focused on increased local tourism asset awareness to be known as the Greater Lansing Tourism Ambassadors Program.
The goal of the program is to equip residents in front-line hospitality and tourism-related positions, such as hotel, local attractions and restaurant employees, with a more in-depth knowledge of the area's many assets so they may help create a more positive and memorable visitor experience.
While focused on the hospitality community, any interested Greater Lansing resident may enroll. The cost for the course is $20 per person, with group rates also available. To sign up for a class, visit www.ctanetwork.com and find the Greater Lansing program.

New Single Stream Recycling Program Renames Waste Reduction Services

The City of Lansing takes its commitment to carting away trash and recycling very seriously. The Public Service Department has updated the way it receives its recycling. The new single-stream recycling program allows individuals to place all recyclables into one recycling bin without separating materials. The implementation of single-stream positively impacts both residents and operations. Recycling for residents will be even more convenient and allow for more materials to be collected through the program.

 

What is Design Lansing?

The City of Lansing is undergoing a year-long-plus process of reworking its Master Plan.  The Master Plan is the document that guides planning and zoning activities in the city  which sounds mundane, but is actually very important.  It talks about where future growth will be, how we envision the city and its assets  park, trails, entertainment districts, bikes, street designs, mass transit, etc.

 

Wolverine Caucus

Wolverine Caucus members are U-M alumni working in and around State of Michigan government, including legislators, lobbyists, staff, and advisors who meet with UM experts on timely, relevant public policy subjects during the legislative session. Our mission is to provide diverse forums at which University of Michigan friends can meet one another, exchange views and learn from the world-class talents of U-M faculty and administrators.

We balance programs with U-M experts in economics, international and local affairs, technology, health and medicine, athletics, labor relations, law and the fine arts.

The Caucus is informal: no dues, no elections, no organization chart.
Please join us at a Wolverine Caucus event soon!

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