The Diag & The Block M Curse

Where the Action Happens

The Diag is the absolute center of action for the University of Michigan—it is where students congregate, protests happen, and campus life thrives.

Embedded in the center of the pavement is a brass Block M. You will notice students actively jumping out of the way to avoid it. According to campus rumor, if you step on the Block M, you will fail your first blue book exam.