Rights and Responsibilities

Who Do I Contact for Help? Because of the complex nature of the university’s work in a wide range of areas, there are many compliance requirements that intersect with individual activities and roles in different ways. Each topic section listed under topics & contacts gives a brief overview of the U-M compliance resources available in that area and

Pronouns

A pronoun is a word that refers to either the people talking (like I or you) or someone or something that is being talked about (like she, them, and his).  Personal pronouns (like he, hers, ze) specifically refer to people you are talking about. Below are several of the more common personal pronouns and their

Phonetic Name Initiative

What is the Phonetic Name Initiative? Have you had to correct how people pronounce your name? Have you ever wondered how to pronounce someone’s name? Correctly pronouncing someone’s name is important in creating an inclusive environment. Through the “Phonetic Name Initiative,” Taubman College aims to build connections with colleagues and community members by learning how

Committees

At Taubman College, we encourage staff to participate in the life and culture of the college and university. There are many ways to be engaged, and below are a few suggestions.  University of Michigan Committees This is a great way to share your voice and talents with the entire university while building a network. Some

Healthy Work Environment

The health and well-being of the University of Michigan and Taubman College faculty and staff are a top priority. From competitive benefits to on-site wellness programs, we provide resources to support you and your family’s health and happiness.

General Resources for Faculty

University of Michigan Faculty Handbook The Office of the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs produces the Faculty Handbook, both unabridged and abridged versions, to provide readers with brief descriptions of existing policies, procedures, resources, and other information that affects faculty. The Handbook also includes referrals to primary sources for more information. For

Newsroom

The Taubman College Newsroom is the official newsfeed on our website used to share news with students, prospective students, alums, faculty, peer institutions, and other interested stakeholders. News items are primarily original content developed by the Marketing and Communications team, including awards and accolades, profiles, news, and happenings. Submit content for consideration using this form.

Photography

Taubman College does not currently have a dedicated staff photographer.; however, the following options are available for photography services. Freelance photography Michigan Photography also provides services such as portraits and headshots, stock photography, event and location shooting, and more. For some purposes, Taubman College will loan equipment including Canon cameras, lenses, GoPro, and more. Email

Emergency Preparedness

All University of Michigan faculty, staff and students should familiarize themselves with emergency protocols in the event of an emergency or natural disaster. Please review  the university’s guidelines for fire safety, severe weather, active attacker and medical emergencies included below. You can find additional information on the DPSS Emergency Management website.  Fire Safety The top priority is

Teaching and Learning Culture Policy (formerly Studio Culture Policy)

Prepared by the Architecture Representation Committee in consultation with AIAS and NOMAS. History of Studio Culture Policy from the AIAS Studio Culture Task Force Report “As studio culture sets the framework for architect learning and collaboration, the act of creating that culture must be conscious and continuous. This report is a welcomed first step to creating