#ICYMI - Did you catch Erb Faculty Affiliate Dr. Brian McCullough on the The Victors Circle podcast? In the episode, Dr. McCullough explores how sustainability is transforming the sport industry and the impact it can have on both people and the planet.

🎧 Take a listen on Apple or Spotify Podcasts!

Student Impact Project: vErbmont: New perspectives on sustainability challenges - U-M Erb How can GRI sustainability certifications help MBA student? One Erb Institute dual-degree student dives in to find out.

Each year during fall break, third-year Erbers come together to reflect on their journey. 🍁 In 2023, the trip to Southern Vermont brought lessons in sustainability, community, and impact.

Read the full reflection ⤵️

Sports shape culture + community, but can they also lead on sustainability? This Friday, former U-M QB Brian Griese is moderating a panel on how athletics can drive real solutions for climate + the environment.

Come hear how Michigan is moving from the sidelines to leading the charge. 〽️ #UMCW25

The #UMCW25 fireside chat with @secjengranholm.bsky.social is tonight! She’ll be diving into climate change, clean energy, and how we can build a more sustainable future.

💻 Join the livestream: seas.umich.edu/events/23rd-...

Earthfest stickers on a table.

U-M students getting vegetables at the Michigan Dining table at U-M’s Earthfest on the Diag.

Informational tables at U-M’s Earthfest on the Diag.

Wolverines engaged in an array of activities today at Earthfest which highlighted sustainability initiatives at the university and in surrounding communities. 🌎

A table at Harvest Fest 2025.

The U-M Campus Farm Club table at Harvest Fest 2025.

U-M students picking up apples at Harvest Fest 2025.

U-M students watch a band perform at Harvest Fest 2025.

Sunday’s Harvest Fest at the Matthaei Botanical Gardens was a celebration of student-driven food initiatives at U-M 🥦

When you're part of a community that invests in you, possibilities multiply. ✨ From scholarships, to funding for internships, projects, and professional development, we've got your back.

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Community drives everything we do at Erb. Together, we grow as leaders and changemakers, creating impact far beyond the classroom. 🌍

To learn more about the Erb student experience, visit erb.umich.edu/education/du....

Insider social change agents can spur action on urgent societal issues - U-M Erb How can GRI sustainability certifications help MBA student? One Erb Institute dual-degree student dives in to find out.

95% of S&P 500 firms pledge social change, but most efforts are symbolic. New research shows how insider social change agents—employees pushing from within—can drive meaningful, integrated action. 🌍

Read more ⬇️

Erb students don't wait for change – they work to create it. From Advisory Board positions to student-driven impact projects, leadership opportunities are everywhere.

Visit erb.umich.edu/education/du... to learn more! 〽️✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us for last week's fireside chat with Tom Steyer and our Faculty Director Charlene Zietsma! ​Events like these remind us how powerful shared learning can be in​ inspiring ideas, building connections, and sparking change. 🌱

Millions of Americans live near livestock feeding sites. New research from Erb Faculty Affiliate scholars shows those areas are linked to dangerous pollution in marginalized U.S. communities.

⬇️ Dive deeper into their findings in @thehill.com.

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Why SEAS? Because sustainability isn't one-size-fits-all. With 7 customizable fields of study, you can design your experience around the issues and topics you care most about.

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“I got everything I wanted and more out from the Erb experience. I’ve forged deep bonds with a new community and I’ve grown in ways I never expected.” - Jacob Kennedy, MBA/MS 2025

🎓 Explore more about life as an Erber: erb.umich.edu/education/du...

How One Simple Design Change Helped Eliminate Racial Bias in Customer Ratings - U-M Erb How can GRI sustainability certifications help MBA student? One Erb Institute dual-degree student dives in to find out.

Racial bias can hide in plain sight – even in something as simple as a star rating. A study coauthored by former Erb Postdoctorate Fellow Katherine DeCelles revealed that switching to a thumbs-up/down system erased racial pay gaps on a major platform. Get the full story ⤵️

An MBA should prepare you for the real world. At Ross, it does.

Ready to learn how action-based learning creates real-world leaders? Visit erb.umich.edu for more info.

What Business School is Missing Podcast Episode · Motley Fool Money · 07/27/2025 · 17m

#ICYMI: What does it take to lead in a world facing ecological crisis?

Professor @andyhoffman.bsky.social joined Motley Fool Money to explore what business school is missing – and how corporate leaders can step up to meet today's sustainability challenges.

🎧 Listen below.

From the Big House to Big Impact: Erb Fellows Drive Sustainability in Michigan Athletics - U-M Erb How can GRI sustainability certifications help MBA student? One Erb Institute dual-degree student dives in to find out.

Sports + sustainability = a winning team at Michigan. 🏈🌱

Erb Undergraduate Fellows partnered with Michigan Athletics to reimagine sustainability in college sports, turning projects into real impact and a new course for hands-on learning.

Beyond the Classroom: Erb on the Road Brings Business Sustainability to Life - U-M Erb How can GRI sustainability certifications help MBA student? One Erb Institute dual-degree student dives in to find out.

What happens when you take sustainability out of the classroom?

You get Erb on the Road – an immersive, on-the-ground learning opportunity with policy advocates, nonprofit leaders, and corporate changemakers across Michigan.

Learn more about how we're connecting theory with action:

What's next after graduation? Erb alum Monique Oxender (MBA/MS '04) says: lean on your community.

Because driving change is a collective journey – and the network you've built is your superpower.

Read highlights from Monique's graduation speech: erb.umich.edu/2025/05/27/m...

Once an Erber, always an Erber.

Last week, alumni from across class years gathered in D.C. and Chicago to connect, share stories, and keep the Erb spirit alive. We love connecting with our alumni!

#ErbCommunity #ErbAlumni #BetterTogether

Looking for a place to grow as a sustainability leader? 🌿 At Erb, you'll earn an MBA and an MS in 2.5 - 3 years through Michigan Ross and SEAS, joining a community that's working at the intersection of business and sustainability.

🎓 Learn more: erb.umich.edu/education/du...

In 2022, historic federal funding opened doors for states to submit climate action plans. With Erb Impact Project funding, Liesl Clark (SEAS), Lauren White, and 3 student researchers explored these plans across the Great Lakes region to find scalable solutions. 🌊

erb.umich.edu/2025/04/02/e...

Thinking about weaving sustainability into your MBA journey? Join us on July 29 at 11 a.m. for the Dual Degree MBA/MS Webinar to learn how we support students at the intersection of business and sustainability. 🌱

Register: michiganross.umich.edu/events/susta...

Looking Back, Looking Ahead: Stories from the Erb Co-Presidents - U-M Erb How can GRI sustainability certifications help MBA student? One Erb Institute dual-degree student dives in to find out.

Ever wonder what it's really like to be an Erb student? Hillary & Sophie, SAB co-presidents, reflect on their time on campus – including what they've learned and what they'll take with them as they move into their next chapters. ⬇️

The @erbinstitute.bsky.social at the U. of Michigan is now accepting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow, with a start date of September 1, 2026. Applications will be accepted through December 14, 2025. erb.umich.edu/postdoc-appl... @aomsim.bsky.social @aom-one.bsky.social

Organizing Sustainably: What Business Leaders Need to Know Now - U-M Erb How can GRI sustainability certifications help MBA student? One Erb Institute dual-degree student dives in to find out.

How your business is organized might be holding back your sustainability goals. Faculty Director Charlene Zietsma, explores how to redesign teams, incentives, and decisions for lasting impact. Read more ⬇️

GreenBiz 2025: 13 Takeaways for Business Leaders - U-M Erb How can GRI sustainability certifications help MBA student? One Erb Institute dual-degree student dives in to find out.

Sustainability moves fast, especially in a shifting political landscape. At GreenBiz 2025, Dr. Charlene Zietsma tracked the latest trends shaping how business leaders respond to change.

See her takeaways ⬇️

Fun Fact: You do not need a business or science degree to apply to Erb!

We welcome policy majors, poets, engineers, and entrepreneurs.

Sustainability demands diverse thinkers.

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Andy Hoffman’s book urges business schools to restore capitalism’s noble purpose - U-M Erb How can GRI sustainability certifications help MBA student? One Erb Institute dual-degree student dives in to find out.

In his latest book, Erb faculty member @andyhoffman.bsky.social urges business schools to restore capitalism’s noble purpose, teaching leadership that serves society.

📖 Learn more about his vision.