UMSI is providing free parking at Palmer Visitor Parking. You will receive a voucher at check-in to validate your parking when you exit. Please see this map to navigate from Palmer Visitor Parking to the Palmer Commons center for check-in.
TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT
If you require airfare to attend, UMSI will provide a $150 stipend to help offset your travel costs (stipends will be sent after the event). Travelers should always select the lowest price airfare within the bounds of the most logical schedule. Federal regulations prohibit the use of federal funds for purchase of business or first class air travel.
To and From the Airport
Detroit Metropolitan International Airport (DTW) is approxinately 25 miles from Ann Arbor, which is generally a 45-minute drive under standard driving conditions. Current travel guidelines suggest arriving at least 2 hours before your flight! Major hubs are Delta, Spirit, and US Air.
Michigan Flyer
The Michigan Flyer fleet is one way to get to and from DTW. Prepaid fare is $15 one way/$25 round trip. Tickets purchased at the coach are $18. For questions, call 517-333-0400.
AirBus
The cheapest way to travel back and forth from the airport is the Central Student Government (CSG) AirBus, with pick-up at three AirBus campus locations. Please note that this shuttle only runs prior fall, Thanksgiving, winter, and spring U-M school breaks. AirBus to the DTW Airport charges students with a Mcard. For details regarding this service, please visit the website.
Additional Options The Ann Arbor Convention Visitor's Bureau maintains a listing of airport shuttle options.
No endorsement or recommendation of any of the above companies is implied. They are provided merely as an information resource.