Overview
The University of Michigan is one of the leading public research universities in the country, with a large medical center and the Wolverines.
History
The university was founded in Detroit in 1817 and moved to Ann Arbor in 1837.
Today
The university and Michigan Medicine are Ann Arbor's largest employers, with heavy demand for campus and hospital security.
Compiled October 2026. History is summarized for general interest; check primary sources for research. This landmark is local context, not an employer or job listing.