The University of Michigan Retirees Association (UMRA) celebrated its 70th year anniversary in 2023. A momentous occasion. More important than the actual event is recognition of the vital role UMRA holds within the University Community. Our retiree association continues to thrive and build on a strong tradition and belief that U-M retirees are notable members of the University family and, as such, also have a responsibility to support and remain connected to the University and each other. Our theme continues to say it all: “Get Connected, Stay Connected, Feel Connected.”
This past year, as you will read in the following reports, was an impressive year of sustaining membership, significantly increasing on-line and live-streaming viewership, as well as hosting a dynamic speakers’ series with Board members and volunteers continuing to develop and design a communications strategy with a well-designed and inclusive monthly newsletter, an expanded social media presence, and an interactive website for information, registrations, and on-demand updates. The Shared Interest Groups are growing in number and size encompassing new opportunities for recreation, education, and community service. The UMRA Travel Program remains extremely popular with events and trips sold out almost as soon as they are offered. In addition, UMRA offers an online, self-directed, retirement planning “workshop” to assist pre-retirees and retirees with personal adjustments to retirement.
Katherine Kurtz
President, University of Michigan Retirees Association
The full report is found under the Members section of the website, labeled Documents, along with past year reports, financial reports, surveys, etc.
Read the UMRA Annual Report 2024