Sessions For: Campus Wide

Check out the local arts scene and meet new people!
Art Meetups are student-led excursions to explore the arts on campus and in Ann Arbor - all while giving you a chance to meet your peers who share similar interests! From local artist markets to performances to hands on artmaking, Art Meetups have something for all interests.

The Arts Initiative and the Center for Campus Involvement host an annual Student Arts Org Summit, a large gathering of student arts org leaders to learn about resources, connect with peers, enjoy some food, and earn money for their organizations. The University has an incredible 250+ student organizations engaging in the arts, whose members come from all degree programs across the University and play a huge role in the Michigan arts ecosphere.

Designed to help with frequently requested topics by students across disciplines, these workshops aim to provide support and guidance as you navigate your academic and professional growth at the University of Michigan. Differing from UROP’s ongoing Skill-Building Workshops, the Student Success Workshops focus on improving overall student success, rather than specific research project skills. Workshops are open to any undergraduate student at UM.

Free Speech and the Modern University brings together research, faculty perspective, and student dialogue to examine the state of free expression on college campuses. Hosted by the LSA Student Government in partnership with BridgeUmich, this event will feature Sean Stevens, Chief Research Advisor at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE), alongside Professor Kenneth Lowande of the University of Michigan.

The conversation will explore FIRE’s research on free speech at the University of Michigan and across higher education, rising polarization on campuses, the boundaries of free expression inside and outside the classroom, and how students, faculty, and institutions can navigate disagreement in a constructive way. The event will include opening remarks from each speaker, a moderated discussion, and an audience Q&A.

All students are welcome. The goal is not debate for debate’s sake, but thoughtful dialogue across perspectives on an issue that affects campus life and academic inquiry.
Location: Rackham Amphitheatre


Time: February 5, 6:00–8:00 PM

Free pizza offered to current undergrad students aged 18+ ONLY in exchange for xompleting a leadership-focused survey.

Calling all stressed SMTD students to join our wellness group series to learn about the impacts of stress, strategies to cope, and enjoy a free lunch! Each session we will focus on different stress management techniques and provide a safe space for students to share their stressors. Students are welcome to attend one wellness group or all four. While it is targeted for SMTD students, any students are welcome to attend.

These mental health education and support groups are a service of the U-M Eisenberg Family Depression Center, in partnership with the School of Music, Theatre & Dance’s Wellness Program.

Registration is not required for in-person wellness groups, but is recommended so there is enough lunch for all attendees.

Are you stuck procrastinating? Join our Avoiding Avoidance wellness group to learn tips to be more productive, hear from other students and get some free lunch!
This FREE in-person educational wellness group is for students only and will include an interactive presentation facilitated by staff from the Eisenberg Family Depression Center and is a collaborative service with U-M Engineering's C.A.R.E. Center and the Newnan Academic Advising Center.
Registration is not required for in-person wellness groups, but is recommended so there is enough lunch for all attendees.

We encourage every student interested in or contemplating an undergraduate degree at the School of Information to attend an information session. You will receive an engaging and comprehensive overview of the program, as well as guidance for the application process. Sessions are hosted on different days and times to accommodate as many students as possible, and you only need to attend one session before you apply.
These information sessions are for Current University of Michigan students who are NOT freshmen.

Event Information

We encourage every student interested in or contemplating an undergraduate degree at the School of Information to attend an information session. You will receive an engaging and comprehensive overview of the program, as well as guidance for the application process. Sessions are hosted on different days and times to accommodate as many students as possible, and you only need to attend one session before you apply.
These information sessions are for (Students whose 1st Semester at U of M was Fall 2025) University of Michigan Freshmen.

This workshop will give a brief rundown on how to apply for FREE HPC
compute courtesy of the NSF's ACCESS program. We'll run through how and
when to apply and be available for any questions you might have.

Registration for the Research Administrators' Network (RAN) meetings, which are held three times per year, hosted by the RAAC Communications Subcommittee.

"What would your dream house look like if money, rules, and physics didn't apply?"
Join the Institute for Humanities for a creative workshop on where (and what) home really is. This is an interactive event that uses drawing, writing, and conversation to rethink what "home" really means beyond four walls and a mortgage. No background in art, architecture, or visual studies is required!
Grounded in the humanities, this workshop treats home not merely as a physical structure, but as a personal, cultural, and political idea. Over the course of the event, participants will move through two creative exercises that blend thinking, self-reflection, and critical interpretation. Participants will be asked to imagine impossible homes, reinterpret familiar spaces, and consider what "home" might look like for different people and communities. Together, we will explore how identity, memory, history, and power shape where (and whether) we feel at home.

Thursday, February 19, 2026
6:00-8:00 PM
202 S.Thayer Building

The Arts Initiative’s "Arts for All" events and workshop series aims to make the arts more accessible to everyone at U-M and throughout the local community. Led by talented teaching artists from the area and region, these events offer opportunities to explore creativity, learn more about art, and discover new artistic skills—all in a supportive and welcoming environment.

No prior experience is needed—everyone is encouraged to participate and experiment freely. Plus, all materials and supplies are provided, so you can simply show up and enjoy the experience!

This session is part of the 2025-2026 Generative AI tutorial series hosted by the Michigan Institute for Data & AI in Society (MIDAS)
About: This session helps participants create clear, publication-draft figures and effective research slide decks. Through guided exercises, attendees will apply principles of scientific clarity, accessibility, and visual storytelling to improve the way they present data and complex ideas. Participants will leave with practical strategies for designing visuals that communicate findings accurately, efficiently, and with greater impact.

The Student Success Initiative (SSI) coming out of the Office for the Vice Provost of Undergraduate Education seeks to create data-informed change that promotes the holistic success of students at the University of Michigan. Recognizing the importance that advising and coaching play in students’ academic journeys, one focus of the SSI is to enhance advising and coaching at U-M for both students and advisors and coaches, such as through the implementation of training on a validation approach to advising and coaching (with training planned to begin in Sp/Su 2026). To support these efforts, we—Dr. Solaire Finkenstaedt-Quinn (Assessment and Evaluation Specialist for the SSI) and Natalie Drobny and Gray Strain (Evaluation Advising Fellows)—are working to understand the current advising landscape at U-M and how it shifts over time as validation training is implemented. During this CES, we will begin by presenting our findings from a survey that characterizes U-M advisors’ and coaches’ knowledge and use of approaches that align with validation theory and the mission and framework developed by the Academic Advising & Coaching Team. To close off the session, we hope to engage advisors and coaches in a conversation about how our findings can be used to inform changes in advising and coaching at U-M.

This instructor-led, hands-on training session covers the process of preparing and submitting proposals using the eResearch Proposal Management (eRPM) system, including Grants.gov to create and edit a Proposal Approval Form (PAF).

Campus Mind Works Wellness Group
Are you stuck procrastinating? Join our Avoiding Avoidance wellness group to learn tips to be more productive, hear from other students and get some free lunch!
February 25 | 12:00 - 1:00 E.T. | Chrysler Center, Room 265 | Register: campusmindworks.org

Come enjoy a sweet treat and make new friends while testing out U-M's
new conversation game, The Pluralism Playdeck.
The Pluralism Playdeck is
a low-key scaffolded card game designed to allow university students to
practice the interpersonal skills they need to engage in compassionate and
honest conversations about hot-button issues across ideological and
demographic differences. You'll learn about yourself. You'll learn about
others. You'll develop a skill set that will serve you well in both
social and professional settings.

What if a set of photos could completely transform how you
understand your purpose, the experiences of others, and the value of humanity?
With over 5 billion pictures taken globally every day, Photovoice uses this
powerful medium to foster deeper connections and understanding between
participants. In this 90-minute interactive session, you’ll use photographs to
reflect, share your story, and engage in meaningful dialogue with others.
Whether you're looking to explore your own journey or connect with diverse
perspectives, this innovative experience is designed for everyone. No
photography skills are needed—just bring your curiosity and an open mind! Come
capture more than just a moment—discover the stories behind the images!
Join us for a vegetarian dinner and a unique style
of conversation each fourth Thursday of the month. At Photovoice
dinners, you will share simple phone photographs of your own making to express
your thoughts on meaningful topics like religion, politics, and belonging. A
facilitator will guide your table through the process of sharing, asking
questions, and understanding everyone's experiences. Receive more information
about the monthly topics by signing up here.

College has a lot of different relationships - friends, advisors, professors, peers, family. Join our wellness group on Navigating Different Types of Relationships to learn some tips for balancing relationships, hear from other students and get some free lunch!
March 11 | 11:00 - 12:00 E.T. | Haven Hall, Room G634 | Register: campusmindworks.org

We encourage every student interested in or contemplating an undergraduate degree at the School of Information to attend an information session. You will receive an engaging and comprehensive overview of the program, as well as guidance for the application process. Sessions are hosted on different days and times to accommodate as many students as possible, and you only need to attend one session before you apply.
These information sessions are for (Students whose 1st Semester at U of M was Fall 2025) University of Michigan Freshmen.

Campus Mind Works Wellness Group
College has a lot of different relationships - friends, advisors, professors, peers, family. Join our wellness group on Navigating Different Types of Relationships to learn some tips for balancing relationships, hear from other students and get some free lunch!
March 18 | 12:00 - 1:00 E.T. | Chrysler Center, Room 265 | Register: campusmindworks.org

This session is part of the 2025-2026 Generative AI tutorial series hosted by the Michigan Institute for Data & AI in Society (MIDAS)
About: This session introduces the basics of generative AI agents in a hands-on, beginner-friendly format. Participants will learn what an agent is, how it works, and how to build a simple agent using guided examples. No prior experience with AI or coding is required, and the focus is on practical understanding rather than technical detail.

Campus Mind Works Wellness Group
Let’s be real - college is stressful! Join our Coping with Stress wellness group to learn some coping strategies, hear from other students and get some free lunch!
April 8 | 11:00 - 12:00 E.T. | Haven Hall, Room G634 | Register: campusmindworks.org

Campus Mind Works Wellness Group
Let’s be real - college is stressful! Join our Coping with Stress wellness group to learn some coping strategies, hear from other students and get some free lunch!
April 15 | 12:00 - 1:00 E.T. | Chrysler Center, Room 265 | Register: campusmindworks.org