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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 rackhamdeworkshops@umich.edu to see if we can accommodate your attendance.

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

Our Continuous Improvement Foundations course is a beginner-friendly training that teaches you the basics of how to make things better at work. In this class, we'll show you why it's important to really understand why problems happen, why guessing can be risky, and how to pinpoint the things that will make a big difference when you're trying to improve your work.


We use real stories, small group activities, and group discussions to help you see how these ideas can be used every day.

*Please bring an issue or a work process that you want to make better. During the course, you will have a chance to use what you’re learning to tackle your specific issue.

After the course, you will know how to:


Explain what 'value' means and understand it from the perspective of whoever is receiving your service or product
Recognize the 8 types of unnecessary activities or 'waste' and get good at noticing them when they happen
Realize why it's important to go right to where the problem happens and ask open questions to get more information
Understand the four-step method of Plan-Do-Check-Adjust, which is a tested way to solve problems
Learn how Organizational Excellence can support you and your team

Session length: 2.5 hours

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).

The International Center is excited to virtually meet new international students who will begin their studies in Fall 2026!


This event is designed to help new international students gain valuable information about University of Michigan services, life in the USA/Ann Arbor, campus resources and valuable immigration information. Attendees may also submit questions in advance when they register.
Sessions will be recorded and will be shared with attendees afterwards.

Want to learn more about how pursuing a minor or a dual degree works with the BBA degree? Incoming students may attend this session to hear more about how BBA students explore, plan for and pursue other academic areas of interest beyond business during their time at UM

Join CGIS Advisor Juliana Mesa to learn more about the CGIS Spanish-taught programs offered in Winter 2027
Advanced Spanish and Culture in Granada, SpainAdvanced Spanish and Culture in Madrid, SpainAdvanced Spanish in Buenos Aires, ArgentinaLiberal Arts in Santiago, Chile

This workshop is open to all graduate students seeking guidance on cover letters and resumes for positions beyond tenure track roles. It also meets the needs of those applying for internships, including those applying to the Rackham Doctoral Intern Fellowship Program. The process of synthesizing your academic experiences into strong application materials for jobs and internships beyond academia can be challenging but rewarding. This workshop is a hands-on opportunity for graduate students to learn how to effectively develop a resume using the foundation that they have laid with information from their CVs. Additionally, this session will include tips for writing compelling, tailored cover letters and thinking strategically about how these two documents complement each other.

This workshop is designed for master's students, doctoral students, and postdoctoral fellows. For faculty and staff, please contact rackhamdeworkshops@umich.edu to see if we can accommodate your attendance.

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

This Prague Group Advising session is for students applying to study abroad in Winter 2027. We recommend attending sessions earlier in the summer if possible.
If you are still comparing or exploring options, you may benefit from meeting with an IPE peer advisor or scheduling a 1:1 appointment with the Prague Advisor.
(Set up a 1:1 appointment through this link: https://calendly.com/tlenze-umich.)

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

Welcome to Michigan! As a participant in this workshop, you will have the opportunity to connect with your peers, reflect on your social identities, and practice the Michigan PAUSE from Talking Maize and Blue. Workshop participants will also be invited to a welcome event at the beginning of the Fall semester hosted by the Program on Intergroup Relations. This workshop is peer facilitated and takes place via zoom. These workshops are put on by CommonGround in the Program on Intergroup Relations.

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.

AC100


Learn about the various funds that make up the university's general ledger. This is an introductory course on Fund Accounting and Chartfields at the University of Michigan.

Agenda:

Chartfield Structure Overview

Income Statement and Balance Sheet Overview

Expenses/Revenues Overview

PLEASE NOTE: There will be no classes scheduled for June and July, due to peak year-end processing for the Accounting Customer Service team.

This is a bundle of three of our workshops -- Getting Started with AI at U of M, Using AI for Common Work Tasks, and Prompt Writing. This workshop is designed for LSA staff who are beginning to explore AI on campus

AC200

Learn about Revenue and Expense types and Journal entries at the University of Michigan.

Agenda:
Revenue Types
Expense Types
Journal Entries


PLEASE NOTE: There will be no classes scheduled for June and July, due to peak year-end processing for the Accounting Customer Service team.

Building a network and connecting with others is critical to your professional development in graduate school and job/internship searches. Join this discussion to learn strategies for building your network (including tips on using LinkedIN and the University Career Alumni Network) and how to leverage this network for career exploration and job/internship searching. There will be plenty of time for your questions! 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.

GradSchool 101 is designed to provide graduate and professional students with key information, resources, and guidance to support their experience at the Rackham Graduate School.

Join us to learn about the types of financial aid and scholarship opportunities available through Rackham, as well as how these awards may impact your overall financial aid during graduate school.

GradSchool 101 is designed to provide graduate and professional students with key information, resources, and guidance to support their experience at the Rackham Graduate School.
Join us to learn about the types of financial aid and scholarship opportunities available through Rackham, as well as how these awards may impact your overall financial aid during graduate school.

Hosted by Rackham’s embedded University Career Center career counselors, the topic for this session is resumes. In particular, what are some strategies for writing the all-important bullet point? In an interactive discussion with examples and opportunities to workshop your own resume, we will work on framing your experiences as effectively as possible.

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.

This workshop is open to all graduate students seeking guidance on cover letters and resumes for positions beyond tenure track roles. It also meets the needs of those applying for internships, including those applying to the Rackham Doctoral Intern Fellowship Program. The process of synthesizing your academic experiences into strong application materials for jobs and internships beyond academia can be challenging but rewarding. This workshop is a hands-on opportunity for graduate students to learn how to effectively develop a resume using the foundation that they have laid with information from their CVs. Additionally, this session will include tips for writing compelling, tailored cover letters, and thinking strategically about how these two documents complement each other.

This workshop is designed for master's students, doctoral students, and postdoctoral fellows. For faculty and staff, please contact rackhamdeworkshops@umich.edu to see if we can accommodate your attendance.

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

Building a network and connecting with others is critical to your professional development in graduate school and job/internship searches. Join this discussion to learn strategies for building your network (including tips on using LinkedIN and the University Career Alumni Network) and how to leverage this network for career exploration and job/internship searching. There will be plenty of time for your questions! 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.

Have you ever succeeded at an academic task even though you were convinced that you wouldn't do well? Do you dread others evaluating your work or avoid opportunities for critical feedback? Do you have trouble accepting praise or acknowledging your accomplishments? Do you worry about being exposed as an academic fraud? Have you ever questioned whether you belong at Michigan? Thoughts such as these are hallmarks of impostor thinking and are more common among graduate students than you realize. However, they don't have to overshadow your academic and professional journey.
Join us for this interactive workshop, during which we will share insights from impostorism scholarship and provide research-based strategies for combating your impostor thoughts and feelings.
By the end of this workshop, you will be able to:
Define impostorism and highlight the variety of ways individuals and groups are most impacted.Discuss individual, system, and institution level factors that contribute to impostorism.Recognize maladaptive thought patterns and coping strategies that exacerbate impostor experiences.Access tools and strategies to help interrupt your impostor cycle (all participants will receive a digital strategies workbook).

This workshop is intended for Master's students. If you have any questions, please contact rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu

Welcome to the Arabic Placement Test
About the test
The test takes approximately three hours in length, and it is composed of three portions:
a. The writing portion is completed via Zoom and it is worth a total of 100 points.
b. The reading portion is completed online through 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 LSA 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.

RCRS Workshop B: Acquisition, management, ownership, and sharing of data; Avoiding research misconduct.
Please arrive 10 minutes prior to start time. If you arrive late for any reason, you will not be allowed to attend the workshop.
Bring your Mcard. Your card will be swiped at the end of the session through a card reader to record your attendance. If you don't have your Mcard swiped, you will have to attend another session of this workshop.
If you cannot attend this workshop, please drop your registration and register for another option.

**Please note: Masco Commons, including the kitchen and lounge areas, are for faculty use only.

RCRS C: Personal, professional, and financial conflicts of interest; supervisory and mentoring relationships and responsibilities; responsibilities of collaborative research.


Please arrive 10 minutes prior to start time. If you arrive late for any reason, you will not be admitted. Similarly, if you leave early, you will not receive credit for your attendance.
**Bring your Mcard.** Your card will be swiped through a card reader to record your attendance at the end of the workshop. If you don't have your card swiped, you will have to attend another session of this workshop.
If you cannot attend this workshop, please drop your registration as soon as possible so that a waitlisted student may be able to attend.
**Please note: Masco Commons, including the kitchen and lounge areas, are for faculty use only.

RCRS D: Ethics


Please arrive 10 minutes prior to start time. If you arrive late for any reason, you will not be admitted. Similarly, if you leave early, you will not receive credit for your attendance.
**Bring your Mcard.** Your card will be swiped through a card reader to record your attendance at the end of the workshop. If you don't have your card swiped, you will have to attend another session of this workshop.
If you cannot attend this workshop, please drop your registration as soon as possible so that a waitlisted student may be able to attend.
**Please note: Masco Commons, including the kitchen and lounge areas, are for faculty use only.

RCRS Workshop A: Appropriate citation of sources and avoiding plagiarism; authorship and publication practices and responsibilities.

Welcome to Rackham Graduate School!Fall Welcome 2026 is an exciting afternoon designed to officially welcome newly admitted graduate students to Rackham and the University of Michigan community.The event begins with a formal Ceremony in Rackham Auditorium featuring remarks from Dean Mike Solomon and student leaders. Immediately following, students are invited to explore the Info Fair throughout the Rackham building, where over 40 campus partners and student organizations will share resources and opportunities to support academic, professional, and personal success.Simultaneously, students may attend the Student Organization Event, featuring music and refreshments, providing a fun opportunity to meet peers and get involved on campus.Fall Welcome serves as the official launch of the graduate experience at Rackham, connecting students with community, resources, and opportunities from day one.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.

This track manages the '26-27 International Student Community Events.

Theme: Impact Unlocked: Inclusive Research, Expanded Access, Innovative Solutions

Etgar Keret is a celebrated Israeli author and filmmaker known for his unique, surreal, and darkly comedic short stories. Keret spent time engaging with AI models to test the limits of what a machine could generate about stories and narratives. In his talk "Me, Myself and AI," Keret notably explores the intersection of human creativity and algorithms

KERET BIO
Born in Ramat Gan in 1967, Etgar Keret is a leading voice in Israeli literature and film. His books have been published in over four dozen languages and his writing has appeared in The New York Times, Le Monde, The New Yorker, The Guardian, The Paris Review and Zoetrope, among others. Over a hundred short films and several feature films have been based on his stories. He has received the Book Publishers Association of Israel's Platinum Prize several times, and the Newman Prize for Literature (2012). In 2010, Keret was honored in France with the decoration of Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. In 2007, Keret and Shira Geffen won the Cannes Film Festival's "Caméra d'Or" award for their movie Jellyfish, and Best Director Award from the French Society of Dramatic Authors and Composers. The two also co-wrote and directed The Middleman (2019), a French mini-series for ARTE, which won the best screenplay award at Festival de la Fiction in La Rochelle. Keret was awarded the 2016 Charles Bronfman Prize. His latest collection, Fly Already, won Israel’s most prestigious literary award, the Sapir Prize (2018) and a National Jewish Book Award (2019). Since 2021, he has been publishing the weekly newsletter "Alphabet Soup" on Substack. In 2022, Keret presented an exhibition about his mother at the Jewish Museum Berlin. His newest short-story collection is Autocorrect.

These sessions will provide an overview of the application process, expected time commitment, and compensation associated with serving as a 2027 King Talks speaker.Interested individuals only need to attend one session.

This track manages the '26-27 First-Gen Student Community Events.

SAVE THE DATE - October 6th!



Curious about studying or interning abroad as an undergraduate at U-M?

Come explore everything CGIS (the Center for Global and Intercultural Study) has to offer and find the best program for you! No matter who you are, where you come from, or what you’re studying, a global experience is available to you during your time at Michigan.

Get your questions answered! Come chat with:
CGIS Program AdvisorsRecent U-M study abroad studentsFinancial Aid and the LSA Scholarships OfficeNewnan Academic AdvisorsOther on-campus offices
With over 120 CGIS programs in 40+ countries ranging from a few weeks to an academic year, there are many options to choose from.

If you want to learn more about how to satisfy your major/minor requirements abroad, how to afford study abroad, how to travel with other U-M students on a faculty-led trip, or want to know what to expect, be sure to add this event to your calendar and drop by!

CGIS Study Abroad Fair:
Thursday October 9th, 12-4pm
Rogel Ballroom Michigan Union


CGIS is part of the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA), but all UM-Ann Arbor undergraduates are welcome to apply to our programs.

This track manages the '26-27 Caregiver Craft Nights.

Sarah Imhoff (she/her) is the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein Chair in Jewish Studies and Associate Professor in the Department of Religious Studies and the Borns Jewish Studies Program at Indiana University. She writes about religion and the body with a particular interest in gender, sexuality, disability, and American religion, as well as maintaining a research specialty in religion and law. She is author of Masculinity and the Making of American Judaism (Indiana University Press, 2017) and The Lives of Jessie Sampter: Queer, Disabled, Zionist (Duke University Press, 2022). She is the founding co-editor of the journal American Religion.