Housed within the Donia Human Rights Center, a member of the International Institute, the Wallenberg Medal and Lecture recognizes outstanding humanitarians whose work perpetuates University of Michigan alumnus Raoul Wallenberg’s extraordinary accomplishments and human values. These activities are supported by the Wallenberg Endowment, which was established in 1985.

2024 Wallenberg Lecture

Architect, poet, and African environmental activist Nnimmo Bassey received the Wallenberg Medal and delivered the Wallenberg Lecture “We Are Relatives” on September 10th.

Recent Medal Recipients

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Wallenberg Fellowship

The Wallenberg Fellowship is awarded annually to a graduating senior of exceptional promise who is committed to service and the public good. For more information about the fellowship, please contact the Office of National Scholarships and Fellowships.

Upcoming Events

2025 Wallenberg Lecture to be announced in the spring of 2025.