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Gov. Whitmer proclaims day after Michigan's national championship 'Wolverine Day'

Despite being a Michigan State University grad, the governor said she's proud to proclaim Tuesday Wolverine Day.

LANSING, Mich. — WHEREAS, Jan. 9, 2024, shall be known as Michigan Wolverine Day. 

In the hours after the University of Michigan claimed victory over the Washington Huskies in the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship, many were celebrating the win. 

“As a mom of two Wolverines and governor, I am proud to proclaim Wolverine Day in Michigan,” Gov. Whitmer said. “This team’s exceptional skill, determination, grit, and professionalism exemplify the values that define us as Michiganders. They went undefeated all season, becoming the only college football program in history to earn 1,000 wins. I know University of Michigan students, alumni, and Michiganders around the world are joining me in declaring: who’s got it better than us?! Nobody! Go Blue!” 

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The state's second in command, a U-M grad, was happy to cheer on the Maize and Blue. 

“I am so proud to be a graduate of the University of Michigan, the greatest university in the world,” Lieutenant Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II said. “This team showed the world how the Leaders and Best do it in Michigan and cemented their place in the storied legacy of Michigan greatness. This Wolverine Day let’s Hail to the Victors! Go Blue!” 

You can read the full proclamation here

Get ready to paint the state maize and blue 🏈 It's Wolverine Day, Michigan! In a match-up of the nation's only...

Posted by Governor Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday, January 9, 2024

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