Sessions For: Student Life

The American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid blended learning course will help prepare you to recognize and care for a variety of breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants as well as prepare you to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies. Participants who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid valid for two years.

This is a blended learning course that requires roughly 4 hours of online work prior to the first day of the course.

**There is no fee for current Michigan Recreation employees. The fee for community members, faculty, staff, or students who are not employed by the Michigan Recreation Dept. is $90. You can use the link here to complete payment.**

Welcome to the Arabic Placement Test
About the test
The test is approximately three hours in length, and it is composed of three portions:
a. The writing portion is completed on paper and it is worth a total of 100 points.
b. The reading portion is completed on Canvas site, and it is worth a total of 48 points.
c. Right after finishing with the reading portion, each student will have a follow-up interview with a proctor. The interviews last approximately 15 minutes and it is worth a total of 20 points.
Important:
a. Students who receive 60% or above will be placed in Arabic 401 and thus placed out of the language requirement.
b. Students who are not able to write in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) do not need to take the placement test and they will be advised to enroll in Arabic 101.
Where can I view my results?
a. Placement results are posted within 7 business days after the test.
b. You will not be notified of your score automatically.
c. You may view your placements via: Wolverine Access > Student Business > Academic Records > View Placement Exam Results.
Important information about the test
* Placements are valid for only one year. If you fail to register in the course that you are placed in, you will be required to retake the test.
* Retaking the placement test is only permitted after the placement results expire.
* Students who are currently taking an Arabic course will not be allowed to take the placement test.
* Students who took or are currently enrolled in an Arabic course are not eligible to take the Arabic placement test. They should register for the next course level.
* The test assesses students’ proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), NOT colloquial Arabic.
* If you speak an Arabic dialect but you do not know how to read or write or have little knowledge, feel free to register in Arabic 101.
* Students who know some Arabic because they came from an Arabic-speaking household or have studied Arabic before, must take the Arabic proficiency test in order to determine their placement.
* Students who have taken Arabic at other institutions and wish to continue their Arabic study at UM must take the placement test to determine their level. Credits for Arabic study undertaken at another institution prior to joining UM or in a summer program while attending UM, transfer in as generic departmental credits and students must take the placement test to determine credit equivalencies to UM courses.
* If you place in or beyond the 401 level, you will have satisfied the LSA language requirement.
* Students are encouraged to take a placement test as early as possible in their studies in order to determine the level they should enroll in, or if they test out of the language requirement. This is extremely important to avoid delays in graduation and complications with placement.
* Arabic 101, 201, 401, 501 are offered ONLY in the Fall semester, and Arabic 102, 202, 402, 504, 511 are ONLY offered in the Winter semester.
* Arabic 103 (the equivalent of Arabic 101 & 102, combined) AND Arabic 203 (the equivalent of Arabic 201 & 202, combined) are offered in the Spring-Summer terms.
UM’s Arabic curriculum is a dual register curriculum in which students learn to speak and understand the Levantine dialect (the dialect of Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Lebanon) in addition to developing the four language skills of formal Arabic (fuSHa).

If you have questions regarding the placement test, please contact the program director at, mesarabicprogram@umich.edu.

As a spouse or partner of an international student at the University of Michigan, you may be wondering how to adjust to living in the U.S., and in Ann Arbor. Attend this event series to learn about some of the possibilities and to meet other spouses and partners of international students!
All events will be led by the Michigan Language Center (MLC) in partnership with the U-M International Center.
This series is being offered as part of International Orientation; however, registration is open to continuing students, as well.

Let's paint watercolor jellyfish! A relaxing beginner workshop for all U-M faculty and staff.

Please sign up here to attend Center for Campus Involvement's New Organization Orientation. This session is required for any student who wishes to start a new organization.

Hello Incoming Engineering Graduate Students,

The Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Education will host our Welcome Session on Thursday, August 21st from 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM Eastern Standard Time with the College of Engineering Dean, Karen A. Thole and Associate Dean of Graduate and Professional Education, Krista Wigginton. We will have an in-person option with limited spots and a virtual stream option!

With care,
Jordan Peyton | Graduate Education Program Coordinator
The Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Education

Are you a student or professional staff in a helping role seeking to enhance your communication skills? Join Wolverine Wellness for Compassionate Conversations, a workshop rooted in Motivational Interviewing principles and designed to help you build a toolbox for more impactful and caring conversations.

In today’s higher education environment, empathic fatigue and burnout can be a challenge for those dedicated to supporting others. This workshop will empower you to engage in meaningful interactions that foster genuine connection while safeguarding your own well-being.

Through this interactive and reflective session, you will learn how to:
- Extend compassion to yourself so that you can fully offer it to others
- Hone your active listening skills
- Apply motivational interviewing skills to support agency and encourage positive change
- Maintain emotional balance and resilience in your role.


Whatever your role on campus, this workshop will provide you with invaluable conversation skills to enhance both your personal and professional interactions. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in yourself and the students you serve!

* This workshop will be followed by "Taking Care: Finding Balance in Personal and Collective Wellbeing" presented by Wolverine Wellness in the same room from 12:15-1:30 pm. Registration for this is separate and also on Sessions! Consider adding both to your toolbox!

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025
Time: 12:00pm – 3:00pm
Location: LSA Canopy/LSA Multipurpose Room (weather dependent)
The event will take place either under the LSA Canopy which is located on the LSA patio on the west side of LSA facing the Student Activities Building (weather permitting). If inclement weather, the event will be held in the LSA Multipurpose Room (LSA 1040) which is located in the Kessler Student Center to the left and down the stairs from the Information Desk.

Join Wolverine Wellness for an interactive workshop created especially for student staff, leaders, and students in other helping roles who want to care for themselves and their communities more intentionally.


In the rush of daily life, we often move so quickly that we don’t pause to check in with ourselves. For many, especially depending on lived experiences, identifying or naming what we’re experiencing can feel unfamiliar or uncomfortable. But tuning in to our early warning signs can help us respond with care.


This workshop will help you unpack the relationship between stress and the eight dimensions of wellness, while offering practical strategies to strengthen your own resilience and show up for your peers with compassion and care.


Through this interactive session, you will:



Understand the difference between eustress and distress
Identify stressors in your own life and how they affect your well-being
Discuss short-term, evidence-based stress reduction techniques
Discover campus resources for ongoing mental health support
Explore how to care for your own well-being while supporting others in theirs


Whether you're leading a student org, mentoring others, or simply trying to find balance, this workshop will offer space to reflect, connect, and strengthen your capacity for well-being — individually and collectively.

Hello Incoming Engineering Graduate Students,

The Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Education will host our Block Party and Info + Resource on Friday, August 22nd from 11 AM - 1 PM Eastern Standard Time in The Grove on North Campus!
Kick off your Michigan Engineering graduate journey with fun games, delicious food, exciting giveaways, and booths featuring campus organizations and offices here to support you every step of the way.


With care,
Jordan Peyton | Graduate Education Program Coordinator
The Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Education

Join CGIS Advisor, Joy Richardson, and Sant'Anna Institute staff to learn more about the CGIS: Humanities and Social Sciences in Sorrento (Italy) program, the application process, the academics, and life in Sorrento.
Please note that both of these sessions will be virtual over Zoom. Both sessions will contain the same info, so students have the option to choose either one to attend.
To learn more, visit the M-Compass brochure:https://mcompass.umich.edu/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=12125 and the Sant'Anna Institute website: https://www.santannainstitute.com/.

Welcome to Rackham Graduate School!We’re thrilled to invite our newly admitted graduate students to this exciting event designed to connect you with the resources, people, and opportunities that will empower your experience at the University of Michigan.
The day kicks off with a special Ceremony at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre in the Michigan League. Join us to hear inspiring remarks from Dean Mike Solomon and student leaders. You'll gain valuable insight into the vibrant community and extensive offerings at Rackham Graduate School.

Immediately following the ceremony, proceed down the hall to the Info Fair, featuring over 30 campus partners, resources, and organizations committed to supporting your academic and personal journey. Rackham's Info Fair provides the premier opportunity for newly admitted graduate students to learn about the many resources and organizations available to them at Rackham and around the university.
At the same time, enjoy the Rackham Student Organization Lunch on Ingalls Mall North (just across from Rackham Graduate School). Connect with fellow students while enjoying music from a live DJ, refreshments, and lawn games—and learn about the many student organizations that enrich campus life.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Rackham! This ceremony and info fair will be an exciting first step in your graduate school journey—and we’re here to support you every step of the way.


We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accommodation would promote your full participation in this event, please follow the registration link to indicate your accommodation requirements. Please let us know as soon as possible in order to have adequate time, preferably one week, to arrange for your requested accommodations or an effective alternative.

Kick off the school year by getting involved at Michigan!
Connect with nearly 1,000 of our 1,700+ student organizations, campus departments, and local vendors during Welcome Week.
North Campus Fest
📍 Outside Pierpont in the Grove
🕔 Monday, August 25 | 5:00–8:00 p.m.
Central Campus Fest
📍 Ingalls Mall (next to the Michigan League)
🕑 Three sessions throughout the day:


2:00–3:30 p.m.



4:30–6:00 p.m.



7:00–8:30 p.m.


Each session features a different set of student orgs and departments, so stop by more than once if you can!





Want a sneak peek? Browse all recognized student organizations on Maize Pages.

Join us for virtual information sessions to learn about our different cohort programs.

As an incoming student, it can feel tricky to figure out how (and when) to get an internship, and how to understand what your career interests are. You might also have questions about how your major relates to potential job opportunities.
The University Career Center is here to help you feel confident and supported with your internship search and career exploration! Read more about this 50-minute session below.
Please note that the same session will be offered on Tuesday, August 26 and Monday, September 8. Please register for and attend only ONE of the two sessions! We can't wait to meet you!

This workshop is open to all graduate students seeking guidance around interviewing for positions beyond tenure track roles, which can differ greatly from the academic job search process. It also meets the needs of those applying to internships, including those applying to the Rackham Doctoral Intern Fellowship Program. The workshop will focus on preparing graduate students to navigate the interview process, and to effectively answer questions by strategically articulating strengths and skills. We will also discuss a framework for answering behavioral interview questions.

This event is intended to be interactive, therefore a recording will not be available.
This workshop is designed for master's students, doctoral students, and postdoctoral fellows. For faculty and staff, please contact rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu to see if we can accommodate your attendance.

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

The Conway Scholars Program at University of Michigan School of Nursing strives to support the success of all BSN students through community building, academic coaching, peer-led study groups, peer tutoring, academic workshops, and mentoring.
For any questions regarding event offerings, please email epawlik@med.umich.edu.

Join us for the Unlocking the Hidden Curriculum Series, aimed to help you gain the knowledge and skills needed for academic and professional success during your PhD studies.

We invite you to join us for the sessions that best suit your needs.

Lunch will be provided at each of the workshops.

University of Michigan School of Public Health residential graduate students have the option to earn graduate certificates in a variety of concentrations that help them dive deeper into their passions and support their career ambitions. There are six residential graduate certificates offered by the School of Public Health and several more administered through other units at the University. To learn more about Public Health Graduate Certificates, please visit our website.

Students may also explore many Certificates of Interest. One such certificate is the Certificate in Health Informatics. To find out more about the Certificate in Health Informatics, please view their website here.

Annual UMSI Student Organization Leaders Lunch where attendees will learn more about student org policies and practices at UMSI.
Lunch is provided!
Please note at least one officer from your organization must attend the Welcome Lunch below to be eligible for funding. (More are welcome!)

Come and visit the First-Gen Gateway located in the Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives located on the third floor of the Student Activities Building. The First-Gen Gateway is a physical space that serves as a starting point for getting connected to resources for all first-generation students. This open house is an introduction to the resources available and an opportunity to meet the First-Gen Gateway staff.
No registration is required!

Be sure to watch the video that was linked to you and be prepared to ask questions.
If none of the available times work for you, please email me-aso@umich.edu to find an alternative time to declare.

“The Next UM President: A Town Hall” will provide an opportunity for members of the university community to lay out their views about the priorities that the next UM president must pursue. The event seeks to help build a U-M community consensus and to elevate voices that would not otherwise be heard in the search process. It will include short presentations from leaders of student, faculty, and staff government, along with statements from colleagues representing key interests on campus. We will hear also from Judith Wilde, of George Mason University, whose work concerns presidential searches and how to run them. The main event page is available here.

The event is co-organized by the Faculty Senate and the Ann Arbor Chapter of the AAUP. The event is also part of the Faculty Senate Office’s 2025 Academic Governance Series, which is a series of discussions related to academic governance at the University of Michigan. To read more about the series, click here.

Join the Transfer Student Center this semester for our Transfer Transitions series! This series is aimed at supporting your transition to UM by hosting events with different offices and organizations on campus; we hope these events will help you to connect with resources, opportunities, peers, and staff and contribute to a positive first-semester experience on campus. We are glad you are here!
Events include:

Transfer Transitions Resource FairTransfer Transitions: Set Up for SuccessTransfer Transitions: Community ConnectionsTransfer Transitions: Getting Involved in ResearchTransfer Transitions: I Know What You Can Do Next Summer

Are you interested in learning how to effectively connect with colleagues and prospective employers? Do you want to learn how to discuss your research to those outside of your field? If so, this integrative workshop will help you to develop a strong pitch that can be used in networking opportunities. Come and a) learn about the process of networking, b) develop and practice your pitch, c) reflect on when (and when not) to bring your research up in your pitch, and d) understand University Career Center networking and career development resources.


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

Whether you are moving directly from your undergraduate degree or returning after some time away, the first term of graduate school will challenge you to expand skills critical to your success. Two of the most essential skills needed to thrive are reading and writing. This four-part Rackham/Sweetland workshop series will showcase reading and writing practices for new graduate students that will inform your approaches to reading and writing through the course of your graduate career.

Smith Lecture luncheons hosted for Earth and Environmental Sciences graduate students.

BLI Social!

On Sunday, September 7th, the Cook Family Foundation is bringing approximately 50 of the top high school scholarship candidates from Shiawassee County for an overnight visit to the University of Michigan Ann Arbor campus. We are hoping that you will be willing to take the time to be a host for one of these students, most likely from your high school. As you know from your high school trip to U-M, no one can do a better job of promoting U of M than you can, so your assistance is a key to its success!

Here is a rough outline of our schedule:

Our plan is to gather at the Graduate Hotel, at 615 E Huron Street, at 2:30pm on Sunday afternoon, September 8th. Here is our proposed schedule:

2:30 pm Meet at the Graduate Ann Arbor Hotel Lobby

3:00 pm Accompany your assigned student on an organized campus tour

5:15 pm Join together for brief reception and pizza at the Original Collage inn

7:00 pm Spend whatever time you can after dinner hanging-out with your guest to
acquaint them with campus life in Ann Arbor. This could include joining a
study group, a visit to your dorm room, movie, library, Arboretum, coffee
or ice cream shop (we'll give you a small stipend), etc. You may wish to
join with other hosts from your high school as a group. You can return
your guest to the Graduate Ann Arbor Hotel at any time--but no later than
10:30 pm.

Please let us know right away (if you haven't already) whether you will be able to help so that we can make our plans. We would welcome your help, even if you are unable to commit to the entire time. We will then be in touch with you with more specific information before the event. You can register here or email Yvette Collard (yvette@cookfamilyfoundation.org) or Jeri Preston (pjeri@umich.edu).

[Engagement Points: 400]

For many soon-to-graduate Ph.D. students, coordinating a dual job search—applying both to academic and non-academic jobs—becomes a reasonable way to expand your options. In this workshop, we will discuss concrete ways to time, strategize, and optimize the tandem job search, seeking to maximize bang for your buck throughout these two intense, labor-intensive processes.


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

The road to medical/health professional or law school programs involves academic success, skill-building, and community service, but the path can differ for each individual. What kinds of academic experiences help you grow and learn at the level you need to be competitive? Where can you find volunteering, shadowing, and professional opportunities to help you fully explore your interest? How can you develop a timeline for applying to programs? Our Honors workshops are an outstanding way to gather information. There are several dates and topics to choose from based on where you are in your pre-professional journey. We look forward to seeing you there!

Space is limited so please drop your registration if you find that you are unable to attend.

The graduate school offers a series of meetings designed to orient faculty members who have recently taken on the role of chairing a department/program or directing the graduate program in their department/program. These sessions, hosted by Rackham associate deans, focus on various aspects of your role. We provide opportunities to discuss and learn how you can partner with Rackham and what Rackham resources you can rely on while carrying out the work of your role.

Bring your questions about doctoral internships! During this informal, conversational session, Rackham and University Career Center staff will answer your questions about doing an internship as a doctoral student.
Topics we will cover include:
How to talk to your advisor about making an internship a part of your graduate trainingAnswering questions about Rackham’s Doctoral Intern Fellowship ProgramStrategies for looking for internshipsThe benefits of doing an internship as a doctoral studentHow to make the most of an internship experienceTips for writing cover letters and resumes for internshipsOther questions you have about doctoral internships
The session will include a panel of past Rackham Doctoral Intern Fellows to answer questions and talk about their experiences.

The Personal Statement Workshop is open to all
interested University of Michigan students and alumni. The workshop will help
students gain a better understanding of the mechanics of the law school
personal statement. It is designed to give insight into the brainstorming,
drafting, and editing phases of the process.

The SPH Student Life team's annual Student Organization Exploration Fair is a great opportunity for new or existing students to connect with the numerous student organizations that SPH has to offer. In addition to light food and refreshments, there will be tables to connect with student organization leaders and the SPH Student Life team. Hope to see you there!

The Pre-Law 101 Info Session is an exploratory
program that focuses on developing strategies to explore the legal field and
provides an overview of the law school admission process. The session will
include a presentation given by Pre-Law Advisors followed by a live Q & A
period. The session is open to all interested University of Michigan students
and alumni.

First-Year Relationship and Sexuality Talk (FYRST) is a required, in-person, and peer-facilitated workshop that came directly from feedback and listening sessions with current University of Michigan students. Our goal is to create an accessible, supportive space for student-driven conversations where all identities and experiences are welcomed and in which students can build skills and tools around identifying goals and values and then communicate effectively about those. Workshops will be offered at multiple locations and times throughout the fall semester, so please sign up for the workshop that works for you!!
First-Year Relationship Sexuality Talk (FYRST) FAQ:

“How many workshops do I have to sign up for?”

You only need to sign up for 1 workshop. Attending 1 workshop will fulfill the requirement for the training.

“I see that there is more than one session, does it matter which one I sign up for?”

It generally does not matter which workshop you sign up for. There will be a few that are designated for specific groups such as transfer students or for students looking for accommodations. If you do not fit these groups please try to save these workshops for those that do and you are free to choose among any of the other workshops.

“Is this workshop required?”

This workshop is required for all transfer and first-year students at the University of Michigan.

“I’ve experienced harm around relationships or sexual experiences in the past and I am worried that attending this workshop may be harmful for me.”

Our team is aware that students who are coming into the university that have experienced harm in the past. Our workshop is specifically designed to respect and validate the experiences of survivors and has been carefully constructed to avoid any specific descriptions of violence and focus instead on themes of empowerment, communication, and boundary setting. However, if you still have concerns about programming and would like to request alternative programming, please feel free to reach out at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.

“What if I struggle to learn in a presentation setting? I’m an active learner.”

Our workshop is built to meet a variety of learning styles, including time for self-reflection, small group sharing, and resources to take with you to work through on your own time! This workshop is meant to be interactive and inclusive.

“Can I request accommodations?”

We considered accessibility in creating this workshop and selecting the locations in which the workshops are help. However, we recognize many places at the University are inaccessible and we've set an * next to workshops that are on the first floor and lack stairs. These workshops also will have a presentation (other workshops we do not) and are a good fit for those who might need a large font. Please sign up for those if you feel that accommodations would assist you and reach out to SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu if you are concerned or have questions.

“I missed my workshop, what should I do ?”

Our team tracks attendance at each workshop by having participants swipe in with their MCard. If you are not able to attend the workshop you signed up for, our team will continue to send reminder emails until you have completed a workshop. In this case, please sign up for another workshop as soon as you can as the workshop is required and may fill up especially near the end of the semester. No need to contact SAPAC unless you are not able to reschedule.

“I have had gender-based violence training before, can I get this requirement waived?”

As this workshop was designed with University of Michigan student feedback in mind, our workshop is unique to the UM community. Our curriculum focuses on individualized reflection and because of its interactive nature, each workshop will be unique to the people attending. Although we are excited you already have familiarity with the subject, this workshop is required for every first year and transfer student.

“I’m a commuter/non-traditional student, do I still have to attend?"

Yes, this workshop is required for every first-year and transfer student - not only do we want every student to benefit from having this time to connect with peers, but we also want to make sure your peers benefit from what you bring to our community. If you have any concerns or questions about being able to participate, please contact SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.

“I still have questions! Who should I contact?"

Please contact us at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.

Scoops of Friendship is apart of the How to Flourish Workshop that is offered through Trotter Multicultural Center's workshop/ and or programming series. HTF is a series of program or workshops that is based off of the Wolverine Wellness Flower. Each pedal of the flower is representative of a dimension of wellness that is based from the work of Wolverine Wellness. Scoops of Friendship plays off the Social wellness dimension.
This Flourish workshop aims to educate participants on what it means to cultivate and navigate socially healthy and two-way relationships. This workshop will speak about foundational building blocks that make up friendships and relationships. There will be multiple stations that participants have to go to to learn about what it means to build up relationships, boundaries, and social circles in a healthy way. Each station will be staffed by different staff from Community Connections and Engagement from Housing and Trotter Multicultural Center. Each station will represent a different part of an ice cream bar.

Ice cream and fun will be provided!

Are you interested in –
• Connecting with students from across campus while elevating your leadership learning?
• Exploring the possibilities in the BLI?
• Enjoying a light dinner in a dynamic, welcoming, and supportive community?
Join us for our COMMUNITY MEETINGS held twice a month Wednesdays on the 10th floor of Weiser Hall.

We hope to inspire and engage our community of leaders at these interactive and social events led by our student Applied Leadership Fellows!
Please note – this event is open to all undergrads to invite your friends who want to explore the BLI!