University of Michigan Human Factors & Ergonomics Society

The UM Chapter of the Human Factors & Ergonomics Society promotes a user-centered approach to the design of all types of systems and devices.

What is HFES?

The mission of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society is to “promote the discovery and exchange of knowledge concerning the characteristics of human beings that are applicable to the design of systems and devices of all kinds.” The society hopes to achieve its mission by advocating systematic application of human factors knowledge in the design of interactive systems of people, machines, and environments to ensure their effectiveness, safety, and ease of performance.

Human Factors at Michigan

The University of Michigan HFES chapter promotes this human centered approach to the design of systems by exposing its members to facilities researching and applying human factors concepts, and talks by researchers who are working in this field. U of M HFES will also sponsor events that encourage the interaction among students, faculty, and practitioners interested in this field. Human Factors and Ergonomics are interdisciplinary fields, therefore people from different fields who are interested in humans factors are encouraged to join this chapter.

Latest News and Upcoming Events

HFES Fall 2008 Kickoff Meeting

Wednesday, September 10, 2008 @ 5:00-6:30 pm in 1680 IOE

If you are interested in joining the UM Chapter of HFES this year, please attend this meeting. It is open to all undergraduate and graduate students who want to learn more about ergonomics, find out the latest job opportunities, connect with other students and get involved with related activities all around campus. Dinner will be provided and all are welcome! If you are interested in running for or nominating someone for an officer position, then please email Neal Wiggerman, our chapter President.

HFES Annual Conference Practice Presentations

Wednesday, September 17, 2008 @ 6:00 pm in 1680 IOE

Come and be an audience for your peers who are presenting at this year's HFES conference in New York City. Help them out with a little feedback and positive reinforcement as they tell you about the latest ergonomics research at UM. Pizza will be provided.