DEPARTMENTS 1 Chancellor’s Perspective A partner in southeast Michigan. 2 On the Pond What’s happening, what’s new and what’s what at UM-Dearborn. 22 AfterSchool School Ties, Homecoming 2017,Why I Give, Class Notes. 30 Snap Like they say, a picture’s worth a thousand words. 8 14 18 FEATURES THE PATHTO SUCCESS A holistic approach to education sets students up for success. ONTHE JOB Students gain a competitive advantage— and make a positive impact—through internships. REACHING FORTHE SKY Global accolades for alumnus come from listening,learning. I N S I D E COVER AND INSIDE COVER: ARCHITECT’S RENDERINGS OF THE NEW ENGINEERING LAB BUILDING.