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Many students did not see the political interests of their professors until the first teach-in. In Professor Sahlin's opinion, this made professors seem more relatable.

Professor Sahlines reflects on how the teach-in was received on campus.

This document is a report to the University of Michigan community in the wake of violent protesting by SDS members against military recruiting taking place on campus in February 1970. Within this document, the President of the University of Michigan,…

President LBJ promises that escalation in Vietnam will cease during the presidential race against Goldwater. When LBJ becomes president, he disregards his promise and escalates the war in Vietnam.

U of M professors wanted students to become aware of U.S. foreign policy in Vietnam by attending the March 24-25th, 1965. "We need the students to help us in this search for a better policy, and we invite your help."

Photograph of William Gamson, Professor of Sociology at the University of Michigan and a key leader/organizer of the 1965 UM Teach-in. He participated in many other anti-war protests including draft and research opposition.

Photograph of Tom Mayer, Professor of Sociology at the University of Michigan and a participant in the 1965 UM Teach-in. He was arrested during the 1965 Selective Service Sit-in.

Photograph of Richard Mann, Professor of Psychology at the University of Michigan and a key organizer of the National Teach-In on the Vietnam War

Photograph of Fritjof Bergmann, Professor of Philosophy at the University of Michigan and a key organizer of the 1965 UM Teach-In on the Vietnam War.