Celebrate Invention

Celebrating the Impact of Michigan Innovation.

Thursday, September 24, 2026 | 3-6pm | Michigan Union

Celebrate Invention is an annual event that honors University of Michigan inventors and the growing impact of U-M innovations.

Event highlights include demonstrations from promising U-M startups, discussion panels featuring prominent inventors and alumni, networking opportunities and the Distinguished University Innovator of the Year Award presentation ceremony.

Event Schedule:

3-4pm: Distinguished University Innovator of the Year Presentation & Panel

4-6pm: Networking Reception