Sessions For: Student Life

Jazmin Williams-Hudson, School for Environment and Sustainability; Jeff Witt, University Library and Staff Ombuds Office

Come help us during normal operating hours; as well as, unload our weekly Food Gatherers deliveries and stock our shelves!
If you are outside the U-M community, please reach out to [email protected] to sign up.

Ginsberg Center Open Workshops offers a variety of educational opportunities designed to help University of Michigan students build the knowledge, skills, and perspectives needed to engage thoughtfully with communities and create positive social change. Whether students are just beginning to explore community engagement or looking to deepen specific skills, these workshops provide opportunities to learn, reflect, and connect with others.

Workshops cover topics such as ethical community engagement, leadership, civic and democratic engagement, social change, local communities and government, reflective practice, and practical skills for working in partnership with communities. Offerings include workshops such as Foundations of Community Engagement, Exiting a Community-Engaged Project, Appreciative Interviewing, Getting Informed: How Local Government Works, and Welcome to Washtenaw County, among others.See workshop descriptions for details.

Dinners for Democracy are nonpartisan presentations and small group discussions on topics students care about, hosted by the student organization Turn Up Turnout (TUT). Free food at in-person events!
Participants can expect to gain a deeper knowledge of the issue and an opportunity to discuss their thoughts, information about how their vote in local offices can affect the issue, and additional resources they can use to learn more. This event we will discussing results from the midterm elections.

This workshop series brings a renewed focus to cultivating inclusive environments across campus. Participants will explore personal and collective experiences, learn best practices and strategies to foster belonging, and strengthen their ability to serve and support a diverse student population. Workshop offerings are open to Student Life staff and campus colleagues; attendance is voluntary. All workshops are free to Student Life Professional Staff Members.


PLEASE NOTE: A fee of $25 or the program’s registration fee (whichever is more) will be charged to the unit shortcode if registrants no show or drop less than 24 hrs prior to the event.

Join us for our annual Coaching Cirlces! Each coaching session will provide 8-10 staff members with an opportunity to interact informally with a Student Life Unit Director (or leader) around a leadership topic of interest to them. These are informal conversations (rather than workshops or presentations) between staff and these leaders who have experience with and willingness to share their wisdom around these topics.
Staff are asked to register for no more than one coaching circle a semester. Space is very limited, register today!

Join University Health & Counseling (UHC), Wolverine Wellness (WW), Fraternity and Sorority Life (FSL), and the Center for Campus Involvement (CCI) for a Suicide Prevention Training (QPR): QPR is intended to teach individuals how to recognize the warning signs of suicide and provide guidelines as to how to Question a person about suicidal thoughts, how to Persuade them to get help, and how to Refer the person for help.
This event is open to all. Light refreshments will be provided!

Do you know all that the humanities has to offer? Well, come find out at the Humanities Opportunity Fair! Meet fellow Michigan students who live and breathe the humanities through internships, research, classes, student organizations, and so much more! Come to the fair, stay for the refreshments, and leave with new ways to turn your interests into experiences!Get more involved in the world around you at the Humanities Opportunity Fair at the Institute of the Humanities in the South Thayer Building (202 South Thayer Street) on Friday, November 13th from 4-6pm!

The Humanities Opportunity Fair is a way for undergraduate students to connect with their peers and learn about the wide variety of opportunities within the humanities – from professional opportunities including internships, research projects, and various classes offered on campus to extracurricular clubs that tie in humanities themes.

Interested in signing up to present? Fill out the Google Form linked here to sign up to table as an individual, organization, or department at the Humanities Opportunity Fair!

Join acclaimed Ojibwe author and professor Anton Treuer for an enlightening and candid conversation that breaks down barriers and answers the questions many have about Native Americans—but might be hesitant to ask. Based on his celebrated book, this event offers an open, engaging, and personal dialogue designed for both Native and non-Native audiences.
Dr. Treuer tackles a wide range of topics, from cultural traditions and identity to contemporary issues and misconceptions. Curious about why non-Native people wearing Indian costumes sparks controversy? Wondering about the origins of fry bread tacos, or what it’s like for Natives who don’t fit stereotypes? Dr. Treuer addresses these questions and many more, providing thoughtful, honest, and sometimes surprising insights.
In a landscape often marked by misunderstanding, guilt, or anger, Dr. Treuer’s event offers a path toward genuine understanding and positive action. Whether you’re seeking answers, new perspectives, or a richer appreciation of Native experiences, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Service Opportunity: Cass Community Social Services
October 3, 2026 | 12:00–5:00 PM
Join RSSL for an afternoon of service with Cass Community Social Services in Detroit. Together, students will support an organization dedicated to meeting immediate needs while creating pathways toward long-term stability through food assistance, affordable housing, job training, and community-building initiatives. This hands-on service experience invites students to put compassion into action, deepen their understanding of social justice, and build meaningful connections with one another while serving the broader Detroit community.
Transportation will be provided from the University of Michigan, making it easy for students to participate. Whether you're looking to give back, meet new people, or learn more about community engagement, all are welcome to join us.

Required orientation for newly joined members of Fraternity and Sorority Life in the Interfraternity Council

The University Career Center is excited to host representatives from the Gregory S. Fehribach Center, which supports students with physical disabilities, including mobility, visual, hearing, and orthopedic disabilities.
Gregory S. Fehribach Center in Indianapolis exists to promote economic independence and equitable employment for college students throughout the Midwest with physical disabilities (mobility, visual, hearing, & orthopedic). The foundation of the Fehribach Center is an internship program that connects students with employers in the Indianapolis area for paid internships in fields related to their academic majors and career interests. To this point, 305 students have participated in 612 internships. These students have come from 49 different colleges and have interned at 61 employers, including Eskenazi Health, Eli Lilly, Cummins, Republic Airways, the Indiana Pacers, and Christel House International. In addition to the internship, housing and transportation assistance is provided as needed, along with impactful professional development opportunities throughout the summer.
The Fehribach Center’s most recent annual report gives much more information about its work. The attached flyer can be shared with students and provides details about internships and the process to apply. Please email Fehribach Center staff members Larry Markle or Carlos Taylor with questions you may have about the Fehribach Center.

The University Career Center (UCC) is located in the Student Activities Building (SAB) at the University of Michigan. Visitors can use the tool to find the building and get accessible route information: University Career Center (UCC) Student Activities Building (UMICH) Wayfinding Tool

Weekly gathering for students, staff, and faculty to build community with the Trotter/MESA team and discuss the week’s events. Organizations and units are encouraged to collaborate and offer light refreshments or share tea practices that center their cultural practices. Come join us for good conversation, food and fun!

Interested in spending a summer in Japan? Join GPI US for an information session about the Global Studies Program, a one-of-a-kind volunteer opportunity for college students to work alongside Japanese students across Japan
As a Group Leader, participants will spend three weeks at different Japanese institutions, leading English discussions, facilitating group projects, and encouraging intercultural exchange. Participants will also have opportunities to experience Japanese culture firsthand through homestays, travel, and collaboration with students from around the world. With most major expenses covered, this program offers college students an affordable opportunity to spend three weeks in Japan while gaining international leadership experience.
During this information session, attendees will learn about the program's mission, Group Leader responsibilities, travel accommodations, covered expenses, and the Summer 2027 application process. Whether you're interested in Japanese culture, international education, or developing leadership skills, this session offers a chance to explore a meaningful experience abroad!

Kelly Maxwell, College of LSA; Kathy Wong(lau) CSU East Bay

Planning on applying to the Peace Corps or another global service program?
Make sure you're the most prepared candidate possible by participating in the Peace Corps Prep certificate program, which is open to all undergraduate students!
Through coursework and extracurricular experiences, the program will facilitate development within the following four core competencies: work sector-specific skills, foreign language proficiency, intercultural competency, and leadership. Learn more at our upcoming information sessions, which will be offered both virtually and in-person. In-person information sessions will include dinner!

This workshop will explore the many transferable skills you have gained during graduate school and how to translate these skills to the non-academic job market. We’ll review transferable skills employers value (e.g., collaboration, critical thinking, project management) and discuss the types of graduate school experiences where you may have honed these skills. You will have time to reflect on your unique experiences and articulate the transferable skills gained from them. To get the most out of the session, please review this worksheet and come prepared with questions and/or experiences to share. This event is intended to be interactive and therefore a recording will not be available.
Brought to you by the University Career Center, in partnership with Rackham Graduate School.

Join IGR for a special open house as we celebrate our new home at 530 E. Liberty Street.
We're excited to welcome you into our living room! Tour our student space and offices, enjoy good music, and grab some tasty hors d'oeuvres with friends and colleagues.
Who's invited? This event is open to our whole extended IGR community—we can't celebrate without you! That includes current and former students in IGR courses, IGR minors, CommonGround team members and Summer Youth Dialogues fellows, student colleagues, staff and faculty friends, Community of Scholars members, community partners, and local alumnx. Students are welcome to bring a friend, too!
Accessibility:
IGR is located on the lower level of the Liberty Centre building (530 E. Liberty) at the corner of Maynard and Liberty Streets.Stair access at the Maynard Street entrance is available by MCard.An elevator—with several specific accessibility barriers—is available on Liberty Street through the neighboring entrance (520 E. Liberty). Use the intercom next to the entrance to be buzzed in to 520 for the elevator. (For backup/urgent access: Please call us at (734) 936-1875)Have an accessibility request or question? Let us know at [email protected].

Fall Feast is an annual celebration of the season—an evening of delicious food, warm conversation, and a chance to unwind with fellow graduate students before the break. This year Fall Feast will be held on Monday, November 23 at Assembly Hall in Rackham. You can sign up for one of three sessions while there is still availability: 5-6 PM, 6-7 PM, or 7-8 PM.

There is no cost for Fall Feast, and the event is co-sponsored by Rackham Student Government, Graduate Rackham International, Puentes, and Students of Color of Rackham! Come eat, relax, and celebrate!

Negotiation is something that many people feel unprepared for, especially during the job search process. We'll talk through the steps involved in salary negotiation, as well as negotiation tips that can be utilized in other contexts. Bring your questions, as there will be plenty of time for questions and answers. This event is intended to be interactive and therefore a recording will not be available.

Brought to you by the University Career Center, in partnership with Rackham Graduate School.

Eric Aiken, Office of Vice Provost Sustainability and Climate Action

Please note the following:
Before you sign-up, please make sure you have secured your supervisor's approval for attendance.
Register for only ONE session.In this training, you will learn to:
Use the Shared Hiring Philosophy as a guide to creating an inclusive search experience and process framework that supports equitable candidate selection from preparation to onboarding Conduct behavior-based interviewing Create a team-oriented approach to an effective and positive candidate experienceThrough demonstration and hands-on practice, this course will serve as a guide to help you through the experience of being part of a search committee team.
If you need an accommodation for this training, please email the facilitators at [email protected] at least 2 weeks before the date of your training.

New!
Search Training is now being offered quarterly. If you need to receive this training in a time-sensitive manner (i.e. if you have to participate in/lead a search before the next search training on the schedule), please book an individual session with us here.

Setting Group Values and Navigating Group Dynamics for Study Abroad Group is a workshop facilitated by the Office of Student Conflict Resolution (OSCR). We will talk about how to set group values, norms, and expectations for your study abroad group. We will go over the values of restorative practices and how you can use circle processes to set your group up for success. We will review how to use restorative questions to navigate conflict that arises in your group and when harm occurs.

1 session on January 9, 2026

In Person: This program is offered yearly for U-M Student Life staff free of charge. Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a terrific tool for helping people change behavior. It's especially helpful for medical staff (lifestyle changes and medication adherence), therapists/counselors for behavior change to support mental health, faculty (a way to communicate with students about classwork), and academic, leadership, and wellness coaches. Its use is being expanded to Student Life advisers, supervisors, and more. Learn basic, foundational skills for MI, including spirit (Compassion, Acceptance, Partnership, Evocation), OARS (open questions, affirmations, reflections, summaries), identifying and responding to change talk, and a brief overview of discord (if time permits). There will be plenty of practice in "real plays" (you get to work on your own behavior changes that you are ambivalent about--so bring a couple of behaviors you would like to change). While you won't be an expert at MI when you are done, you will be able to start the practice, move forward in your skills, and know how to improve. Please only register if you can attend all of the training dates, as each day builds on prior sessions. All Fridays, all in person, 9 am to 2:30 pm with a 30 minutes lunch break (bring your own lunch or order in).

* Friday, January 8, 9-2:30, location University Health Service (UHS), Meeting Rooms 1&2

* Friday, January 15, 9-2:30, UHS, Meeting Rooms 1&2

* Friday, January 22, 9-2:30,UHS, Meeting Rooms 1&2

* Friday, January 29, 9-2:30,UHS, Meeting Rooms 1&2

** For non-Student Life staff there is a $300 charge for the 20 hours of training. Student Life staff, please note that there may be a $25 charge to your department if there is no cancellation at least three days before the training begins or if you no-show on the first day.**

Sarah Ropp, dialogue director, SNF Paideia Program (University of Pennsylvania)

Museum of Art

Rebecca Wollenberg, LSA Judaic Studies

Meagan Mitchell, School of Social Work