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Gifts of Art Call for Entries 2013-2014 has been extended to May 31

Gifts of Art is currently accepting proposals for our August 2013-August 2014 exhibition year.As one of the first and most comprehensive arts in healthcare programs nationwide, Gifts of Art brings the world of art & music to the University of … Continue reading

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From Fear to Faith – evolution of addiction treatment (May 28)

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“From Fear to Faith” will be presented by James Balmer, Dawn Farm President; and Jason Schwartz, LMSW, CAADC; clinical director, Dawn Farm. In a difficult marketplace where many addiction treatment programs closed due to lack of resources, Dawn Farm expanded … Continue reading

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What everyone needs to know about Autoimmune Disease (June 23)

This free conference, sponsored by the American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association, is open to autoimmune patients, their families, healthcare providers, and the general public. It will be held on June 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the University … Continue reading

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Gifts of Art presents Gospel Music by Willis Patterson (May 23)

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Named for its founder and director Willis Patterson, an Ann Arbor native and U-M Professor Emeritus, the Willis Patterson Our Own Thing Chorale has performed for more than 30 years throughout Michigan and beyond. The chorale will perform on Thursday, … Continue reading

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Alan Wolfelt to address caregiver grief at University of Michigan event (May 23)

Author, educator and grief counselor Alan Wolfelt, Ph.D. will help health professionals in the community better understand methods to address patient and co-worker grief at an address at the University of Michigan next month.On May 23 Wolfelt presents “Beyond Therapy: … Continue reading

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Buy fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables every Thursday starting May 30

Members of the university community in and around the Health System will once again have a convenient option to buy fresh, locally-grown fruits and vegetables. Starting May 30 through mid-October, the Produce Cart will be open in its new location, … Continue reading

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Grief Awareness Week starts Monday

All U-M Health System faculty, staff and students are invited to participate in Grief Awareness Week May 20–24 to honor the difficult work we do for patients, families and colleagues.Grief Week will acknowledge staff losses, both personal and professional, throughout … Continue reading

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ASL Medical Interpreting – Basic Skills (July 9-10)

This is a two-day, 15-hour course for working American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters. It provides fundamental skills and knowledge that interpreters need to effectively work in health care settings, including: Standards of practice and code of ethics Interpreter roles Basic … Continue reading

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Former U-M football stars host celebrity gala and golf tournament to benefit U-M C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital

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Brian Griese, Steve Hutchinson and Charles Woodson host 7th annual Champions for Children’s Hearts The 7th Annual Champions for Children’s Hearts celebrity gala and golf tournament – presented by Delta Airlines and Lexus of Ann Arbor and hosted by Brian … Continue reading

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MHealthy fitness specials end May 31

Get in shape for the summer! You still have time to take advantage of these limited-time special offers from the MHealthy Fitness Center* and MHealthy Personal Training. • One FREE month MHealthy Fitness Center* membership with purchase of 3-, 6-, … Continue reading

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