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Students: Experience “Seeing the Other,” an amazing project that documents the roles of faith and spiritual journeys of people around the world.
You will see photographs and videos from 500 people across 30 countries that encompass 50 religions, faith traditions, and cultures.
Then, you will experience the opportunity to share and listen to one another’s journeys.
The purpose of Portraits in Faith is to show that everyone is on a spiritual journey together and that there is no “other.”
To learn more, visit portraitsinfaith.org

Join the National Center for Institutional Diversity for a special symposium marking our 20th Anniversary! The symposium, “Engaging the Present, Envisioning the Future: 20 years of Scholarship, Practice, and Community,” will serve as a gathering place to reflect on and celebrate our first 20 years, and to honor our visionaries and the many contributors to NCID’s success.
During this anniversary celebration we aim to reflect on the progress made toward advancing the benefits of diversity both in access and our collective understanding of the purpose, value, and benefits of diversity to our institutions and to society. We intend to affirm that this critical work remains active through research and practice. We will also highlight NCID’s continued support of empirical research and scholarship that seeks to illuminate, inform, and address persistent disparities throughout higher education and other social institutions. Ultimately, we seek to interrogate what the future of this work will look like and how we can sustain our community and continue its advancement.

Come have lunch with Adan Hussain to offer him a kind farewell and thanks for his leadership of the Kessler Scholars Program! You will also have the opportunity to make a card to leave for Adan.

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

International Student Lunch Conversation (ISLC) is a casual time and space for international students to connect with each other and talk about life as an international student in the U.S. and at U-M. Food is provided!
ISLCs are co-sponsored by the U-M Library, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), and the International Center.

U-M students, faculty and staff are invited to take control of their personal safety by learning physical and verbal strategies to counter violence through our empowerment self-defense workshops.
The workshops, led by Sexual Harassment and Rape Prevention (SHARP)-certified instructors, aim to teach participants situational awareness and prevention skills to leave them better equipped to deal with everything from harassment to potentially violent people to sexual assault. Participants will take part in verbal exercises, physical drills and discussion.

The Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) has partnered with four internship provider organizations that maintain portfolios of placements around the world, offering the chance for undergraduate students to participate in quality International Internships over the summer. This info session will go into detail about the program for one of these providers, Sage Corps.
Sage Corps Internships sends college students to work with startups. Students can work full-time alongside CEOs, CMOs, and CTOs to build real solutions to real problems. They provide opportunities for specializations including, but not limited to, business strategy, data analytics, graphic design, marketing, software development, and UI/UX design.
These internships combine a full-time internship with an integrated academic seminar (earning 3-6 total credits) to provide professional exploration and specific skills development over the course of 8 weeks during the summer. You’ll learn to contextualize real-world experience while learning about local business culture, intercultural communication, professional development, and linkages between local and global industry trends.
Sound interesting? Come join us virtually to learn more!

The Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) has partnered with four internship provider organizations that maintain portfolios of placements around the world, offering the chance for undergraduate students to participate in quality International Internships over the summer. This info session will go into detail about the program for one of these providers, CIEE.


CIEE Summer Global Internship programs combine a full-time internship with an integrated academic seminar (earning 6 total credits) to provide professional exploration and specific skills development over the course of 8+ weeks during the summer. You’ll learn to contextualize real-world experience while learning about local business culture, intercultural communication, professional development, and linkages between local and global industry trends.
With 18 approved locations in 17 different countries across the globe and placements in a wide variety of career fields--Arts, Business, Communication, STEM, Health Sciences, Policy/Law, and many more--you're sure to find a fantastic option that's the right fit for you!

Sound interesting? Come join us either in-person or virtually to learn more!

ATTENTION: Sign up for Group Advising only if you meet the following requirements:
You have already narrowed down your study abroad options and Shanghai is your top choiceYou are planning to submit your application for Summer 2026If you are still comparing programs or exploring your options, you may benefit more from meeting with an IPE peer advisor.

Global Course Connections (GCCs) offer a unique opportunity to take what students learn on campus at U-M during the winter semester and apply it abroad in a fun and exciting hands-on class taught by a U-M professor during a 3-week, off-campus field experience that takes place during the following summer.
Join CGIS Advisor Juliana Mesa to learn more about the GCC Brazil - Global Blackness program, the application process, and the courses.
Thursday, October 16, 3 - 4 pm (Info Session) Wednesday, November 5, 11am - 12pm (Info Session) Friday, November 21, 11am - 12pm (Info Session) Wednesday, December 3, 3-4 pm (Drop-in Group Advising)Friday, December 5, 11am - 12pm (Drop-in Group Advising)The GCC Brazil program is led and taught by Professor of Afroamerican and African Studies, Comparative Literature, and Francophone Studies, Frieda Ekotto.
Application Deadline: December 10, 2025

Join CGIS Advisor Will Clancy and IES Abroad as we talk about Summer International Internship Opportunities with IES Abroad. This information will go over basic information about the IES Abroad Summer Internship offerings and outline the application and placement process. Students are encouraged to attend and ask questions!

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Need a break from studying for finals? Dance some of the finals stress away and experience different cultures without having to leave Ann Arbor! Come join us for a night of dancing where we will be learning dances from across the globe taught from cultural dance groups that can be found right here on campus! We will be joined by three student cultural dance groups that will teach us dances from their countries as well as some of their favorite dance moves. Learn salsa from Los Salseros Azules, Léim Irish Dancers and more! Connect with people over dancing and refreshments on December 3 from 6-7:30.
Please register by November 25 so we can get a headcount for food!

Regularly scheduled meetings of the Multicultural Greek Council

Stop by, hang out, get some work done, or just grab a snack with GSBES and SHPE!

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

Join us for a new Coaching Circles Pilot! Each coaching session will provide 8-10 staff members with an opportunity to interact informally with a Student Life Unit Director 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 only one Coaching Circle session this semester as part of the pilot. Space is very limited, register today!

These Info Sessions will discuss details about the Global Intercultural Experience for Undergraduates (GIEU) program for Sp/Su 2026. It will cover info about the program structure including the pre-departure requirements, academic component, and local site information.

Political Economy and Algorithms Reading Group presents an MDemocracy initiative: Technology and Democracy Series: Perspectives from Political Economy

Welcome to the AI Sandbox
The AI Sandbox is a weekly, hands-on learning space where faculty, researchers, and staff across campus can explore and experiment with real AI tools. Each session introduces models used in research, from image segmentation to text classification, and walks you through how to run them in your browser, step by step. No prior experience is required, just bring your laptop and curiosity!
These are not lectures or office hours. You’ll follow guided demos, test out pre-trained models, and have time to explore either with example datasets or your own research material. Each week focuses on a different theme, with support provided throughout.
Due to popular demand, registration is now required. Sessions are small to ensure everyone gets guided support, but you’re welcome to bring along colleagues; groups of up to five can attend together.



Next Session: Introduction to Natural Language Processing
AI models do more than read text. They can summarize, translate, compare, and classify it.
In the upcoming AI Sandbox sessions, you’ll see how modern language models work and how they can support common research tasks, from reviewing abstracts to analyzing interview transcripts.
You’ll get hands-on practice with:
EmbeddingGemma-300M for measuring how similar two pieces of text are, useful for clustering, deduplication, and alignment checksBART-Large-MNLI for classifying text into your own categories without extra trainingMADLAD-400 for straightforward translation across languagesBART-Large-CNN for turning long passages into concise summariesThe Green Court building at 3520, Green Ct., MI 48105. The MIDAS offices are on the 3rd floor.
The west side of the building is reserved for non-University of Michigan use. There is a U-M yellow lot immediately to the east of the building. Please do not park in the Black & Veatch parking lot.

This session is geared towards students who have been working on their STEM RCA Scholarship applications and want more specific details on how to improve their application materials.
If you are preparing your application for the campus nomination process and have any final, lingering questions prior to submission, this session is for you! Join us for tips and tricks on finalizing your application.

Welcoming event with food for OAMI/U-M students.

This series of workshops aims to equip you with practical skills and knowledge for writing science with confidence as part of your training (MS, PhD, or postdoc). You will have a chance to learn best practices and strategies necessary to best prepare your manuscript, or your grant/fellowship application. Each workshop will provide opportunities to engage and learn how to develop your writing and presentation skills.
Aims & Objectives:
Boost your confidence and productivity in your writing skills.Provide guidance on how and when to best use Gen-AI in the writing process.Learn the fundamentals of science manuscript writing by exploring best practices in outlining your work and results for your next manuscript.Discuss effective presentation practices and strategies to improve how our science is presented, ensuring clarity and audience engagement.

Join CGIS Advisor Juliana Mesa to learn more about the Spanish-language programs in Spring/Summer 2026. These program offerings are pre-approved by the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures (RLL). Students can earn 300- and/or 400-level Spanish credits depending on the program. Please visit the program brochure to learn more about course pre-requisites and other eligibility criteria
CGIS: Advanced Spanish in Alicante, SpainCGIS: Advanced Spanish in Santiago de Compostela, SpainCGIS: Public Health in Santiago, Dominican RepublicCGIS: Spanish in Madrid - 300/300
DATES:
Friday, October 24, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Info Session) Friday, November 7, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Info Session)Thursday, December 4, 1:30 - 2:30 pm (Info Session)Thursday, January 8, 10:00 am - 11:00 pm (Drop-in Group Advising)Tuesday, January 13, 10:00 - 11:00 am (Drop-in Group Advising)

This workshop is for clinicians in training who seek to enhance their skills in providing weight-inclusive health and mental health care. No experience is needed - please come to as many or as few sessions are you are able. Looking forward to having you as part of the conversation!

The Robotics Pathways and Careers Speaker Series (RPCSS) invites professionals working in robotics to come talk with current undergraduates about their career path, how a background in robotics has impacted their professional growth, and what they hope to see in students looking to enter the profession.
The 90-minute format of the event will consist of a 30-minute presentation from the invited speaker and up to 40 minutes of moderated Q&A and discussion. Students will be able to participate in person or remotely.
All undergrads are welcome! Please RSVP with the link below.

Please join us for an online information session about the University of Michigan's graduate programs in Mechanical Engineering (ME).

This is a monthly in-person event designed to provide insights, advice, and knowledge to you as an emerging academic. Each event features a faculty member discussing topics pertinent to starting an academic career focusing on research. You will get to hear from faculty about their career trajectories and how they navigated their transition from trainee to faculty member. You will also have an opportunity to network with the faculty member as well as other trainees.
Aims and Objectives:
To provide a platform where trainees can learn from faculty experiences and knowledge.To address and discuss pertinent issues and topics relevant to the biomedical/medical field and life sciences.To foster networking and community-building opportunities among trainees and faculty.To promote a culture of continuous learning and improvement, equipping trainees with the necessary skills and information for the faculty profession needed to transition into academia.

Our meetings cover a wide range of topics, including proposal development, book discussions, and critical reviews of recent papers. We also host presentations by faculty and alumni. To enhance this interdisciplinary approach, our workshop is designed to foster collaboration by engaging students and professionals from diverse fields.

Worried about the cost of studying abroad? Let us help! Attend this session to learn about various resources for study abroad/international internship funding, and tips for applying to scholarships, that can support your dreams of going abroad.

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

Want to learn more about GCC Portugal: Travel Writing? Attend this session with CGIS Advisor Cierra Murphy and GCC Portugal Faculty Lead Angele Anderfuren.
Course Description: Want to travel and write about it? In this multimedia storytelling course, you will visit must-see places plus unique finds in-and-around Portugal’s colorful capital Lisbon, then write and publish travel stories you create using text, photo, video, audio, and even your own artwork.

Calling all Michigan Men to join us for a new series called "Unscripted: Gather to Kiki" ~ a space for honest conversations about what it means to show up with authenticity, care, and connection. These sessions explore themes like healthy manhood, mental health, relationships, and community well-being through real stories and shared experiences (and free food!). Each gathering centers openness over polish, reflection over performance, and dialogue over lecture. Whether you’re looking to learn, listen, or simply be part of something genuine, Unscripted invites you to come as you are and take part in building a more compassionate campus culture.

Join us for a virtual student panel featuring current Master of Science in Information (MSI) and Master of Health Informatics (MHI) students from the University of Michigan School of Information. This interactive session is a great opportunity to hear firsthand about student experiences, academic life, and insights into the UMSI community. Whether your considering applying or simply want to learn more, come with your questions and connect with our panelists!

We offer therapy dog visits with Gus, a Cavapoo registered with Therapaws, where you can pet, cuddle, and get general stress relief!

Take a break, de-stress, and boost your social well-being with Gus and pals! He is paw-sitively excited to meet you! 🐶

Organized and sponsored by the Ginsberg Center's Student Advisory Board, Movie Nights aim to bring Ginsberg Center students together to build community with each other. At the Ginsberg Center, our mission is to cultivate and steward equitable partnerships between communities and the University of Michigan in order to advance social change for the public good.

Please note: The movies selected for screening do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the Ginsberg Center or its affiliates, and their inclusion does not constitute an endorsement of any particular viewpoint.

Leadership and community building program for the Panhellenic Association

The "Engaged Mentoring" series is for faculty mentors of research trainees at any stage of training. This program is an evidence-based, interactive approach designed to elevate mentoring skills for engaging in productive, culturally responsive research mentoring relationships. The program aims to accelerate the process of becoming an effective research mentor by providing mentors with an intellectual framework, an opportunity to experiment with various methods, and a forum in which to solve mentoring dilemmas with the help of their peers. By the end of the program, mentors will have articulated their style and philosophy of mentoring and have a toolbox of strategies for approaching difficult mentoring situations. These skills will support the success of both mentors and mentees, and it is responsive to the NIGMS guidelines regarding the preparation of mentors involved in training grants.


The OGPS Engaged Mentoring Series, focuses on the five themes below. To learn more about the five themes, visit our Canvas Site:

1. Establishing Effective Mentoring/Mentee Relationships

2. Aligning Expectations Using Mentoring Plans

3. Managing Mental Health in the Mentoring Relationship

4. Approaching Difficult Conversations

5. Managing Tension and Conflict

The 5 themes are presented in two different formats:
Option A: Two half-day Workshop series. Each session is 4hrs, and you must attend both sessions in order to receive a certificate of completion from OGPS.
Option B: 1-day Retreat. The session is 8hrs, and you must attend the entire session to receive a certificate of completion from OGPS.

We will continue to populate this site with more program offering dates throughout the year.