The University of Michigan holds the promise of a different life: A sophomore discovers Thoreau and Woolf. A research scientist identifies a critical gene. A heart patient lives longer and better. An artist creates unforeseen beauty. A professor hones a revolutionary theory. An athlete achieves a championship dream.

It is this breadth of accomplishment and activity in Ann Arbor, Dearborn and Flint - and beyond - that separates Michigan from other institutions. Students, faculty and staff at the University of Michigan have the opportunity to explore, excel, and achieve more here than they would have thought imaginable.