All Sessions

The First-Gen Community Dinner is an opportunity for first-generation college students to connect with each other and learn more about the First-Gen Gateway. There will be a featured resource at this event that is dedicated to supporting first-generation students and staff will be available to answer any questions you might have.

Engendering Respectful Communities (ERC) is a one session workshop that engages graduate students in meaningful dialogue about various forms of sexual misconduct they may encounter in both professional and social spaces, and provides resources for intervention or support in such circumstances.
The primary goal of the workshop is to address complexities experienced by graduate students as they engage in bystander intervention, so that participants gain an increase in awareness of barriers to action and familiarity with strategic planning to overcome them. The workshop also introduces participants to on-campus resources and provides knowledge on how sexual misconduct can unfold in graduate-specific settings.
The ERC workshop uses small-group circles intended to promote active reflection and space to build community. The procedure of circles is introduced at the beginning of the workshop in order to help participants get used to the process, which they do through a circle for introductions and value-sharing for the workshop space. These circles depict various, realistic scenarios related to sexual misconduct within the graduate community. The circle process allows circle members to process the monologues, reflect on complexities with identity and power dynamics within them, name potential barriers to intervention, and think of various ways in which they might respond if faced with similar situations. The circles provide a way to foster collective building of ideas, where participants learn from one another and all input is equally valued. Participants are encouraged to share but can always pass if desired, creating an environment where participation is open but not forced. Due to the participatory nature of the workshop, if you are to arrive more than 20 minutes late, we will ask you to re-register for another workshop session.
If you have any questions about or concerns with taking this workshop, or are in need of an exemption, please contact jhippe@umich.edu or fill out this form. We know some students come to campus having already experienced harm. If you have circumstances that make completing this course challenging, please reach out to the GROPWE team. SAPAC GROWE provides exemptions to the ERC workshop (where requirements are set in place) on a case by case basis. The Program Manager will communicate with students requesting exemptions via email and/or meet with students via zoom meetings to discuss their need for exemptions and provide any relevant and necessary resources.

The Ginsberg Center offers multiple workshops to support students and staff who are working with communities through courses, student organizations or independently. Learning in Community (LinC) is an educational workshop and training series focused on supporting those interested in community engagement, social justice, democratic engagement, advocacy, activism and philanthropy. Sessions address one or more of the following areas:

Principles and Practice of Ethical Community Engagement
Democratic Engagement
Leadership for Social Change
In addition to our LinC Workshop Series, groups can also request individual workshops. For more information, or to submit a request for one of the below workshops, please visit our website: https://ginsberg.umich.edu/linc

Join the Health Policy Student Association for a conversation with James Williams Jr., Director of Federal Affairs for Cancer Prevention, Early Detection, and Screening at the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). With extensive experience in federal advocacy and health policy, James will share insights into the evolving landscape of cancer prevention and funding in Washington.
The discussion will explore:
How ACS CAN drives advocacy, lobbying, and policy change at the federal level,
Shifts in cancer research funding and Medicaid responsibilities from the federal to the state governments,
The role of ACS CAN in shaping cancer cures and prevention policy,
Current challenges in securing federal resources, including the looming continuing resolution and potential government shutdown, and
What these developments mean for public health and how advocates can respond effectively.

Sign up for a two-hour work session, followed by a hot lunch with colleagues. The Faculty On-Campus Work Retreats offer a quiet space to work with other scholars and artists, and an opportunity for you to prioritize your research and creative work by committing to one or two work sessions before teaching, service, and email take over the semester. Lunch, after the work session, is a chance to share interests and work with other colleagues, to learn about each others’ research, to grow professional and social networks, and to experience the University as a collective.
The Work Retreats are open to all ~7,600 members of the Faculty Senate, including tenure-track professors, lecturers, research faculty, clinical faculty, librarians, archivists, and curators. The series was developed by the Faculty Senate Office, is supported by the Office of the Provost, and is co-sponsored by Librarian Mary Lawrence.

Wolverine Wellness invites you to join us for a lunch and learn interactive workshop that explores how we can help students lead with care by modeling intentional self-awareness and compassionate community care.

In fast-paced campus environments, it’s easy for both students and staff to move through the day without checking in with ourselves. For some, identifying or naming stress can feel unfamiliar or even unsafe. Yet, helping students tune in to their early warning signs can support resilience, reduce burnout, and foster a more sustainable approach to leadership and service.

Together, we will:



Unpack the relationship between stress and the eight dimensions of wellness



Explore how eustress and distress show up differently for students



Identify common stressors student leaders face — and how they impact well-being



Discuss evidence-based, short-term stress reduction techniques



Share campus resources and strategies that promote sustained mental health support



Discuss how you can encourage self-care and boundary-setting while supporting others



This session is ideal for professional staff, instructors and GSIs, student leaders, peer educators, or others in helping roles. Walk away with language, tools, and practices you can share with your students — and use to sustain your own wellness as you support theirs.

Join us on the Diag for So Cool So Just on September 24 from 12 - 2 PM. A vibrant resource fair bringing together student organizations, community partners, and campus units committed to community engagement and social change. Explore opportunities to get involved, volunteer, or simply learn what’s happening across campus and beyond. It’s your chance to connect with groups making a real impact.

Interested in developing a connection with your local surroundings? Wishing you could deepen your connection with nature? Looking for an excuse to go to the Arb during lunch? Join us for a Nature Activity led by Dr. Joe Rizzo, Embedded Psychologist @ SPH. You'll be able to engage in a low-stakes activity that focuses on exploring our relationship with nature while learning one way to deepen our connection with the environment.

The Marsal Community Check-ins provide spaces to share experiences, build connections, show solidarity, learn and transform, and communicate the support and affirmation that you and other students need at Marsal.


Each session is open to all Marsal Community Members.


Community change often happens one relationship and one story at a time.


If you need support in creating additional spaces for conversations and talking circles, we’d be happy to help. Please reach out to the OSA Student Support Specialist, Tyler Theel, (ttheel@umich.edu)


Hosted by the Marsal Office of Student Affairs (OSA)

Join the undergrad and grad WISE Mentors in the Duderstadt on Wednesdays from 3-4pm for WISE Mentor Meet Ups. You can drop in for advice with classes, help with internship applications or resumes, or just a study break to destress.

WISE Mentor Meet Ups is on the 2nd floor of the Duderstadt, room 2376. Go up the escalators, walk left past the information desk and through the doors past the book arts studio, then straight back in the conference rooms. You'll see our signs!

Leadership program for Club Officers!

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!

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. Note: In-person information sessions will include dinner!

Note: this is an in-person event on the Ann Arbor campus.
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 dinner is provided! 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.

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

This program is for advisors of different student organizations!

Please join us for a 1-hour virtual kick-off event with the author of The Black Angels: The Untold Story of the Nurses Who Helped Cure Tuberculosis as we discuss her book.

Join OGPS to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Food, Entertainment, and FUN activities! We will have an opportunity to "Rep your flag" with flags from different Latin American/Hispanic countries, food and great music.
This event is open to ALL and we hope to see you there.
If you have any questions, Contact ogpsaseteam@umich.edu

IMPORTANT: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED TO THE SPRING.

Undergraduate and graduate students are invited to join an informal lunch hour to connect with the panelists of "Fear of Asian Tech: Chips, Platforms, and Social Networks" (see more info about the panel here). Students will have the opportunity to meet the panelists, discuss their research/work, and network.
El Harissa Market Cafe will be provided. Registration is required and limited space is available.

Meet the Panelists
Christopher Fan is an Associate Professor of English at UC Irvine, Director of UCI Global Asias, and co-director of the Geographers at UCI Research Cluster. Dr. Fan holds courtesy appointments in Asian American Studies and East Asian Studies. He is a senior editor at Hyphen magazine, which he co-founded, and serves on the editorial board of the journal American Literary History. Dr. Fan is the author of Asian American Fiction After 1965: Transnational Fantasies of Economic Mobility (Columbia University Press, 2024) and co-editor of Techno-Orientalism 2.0: New Intersections and Interventions (Rutgers University Press, 2025). He is currently working on two books, one about the trope of China’s rise in fiction and film and another about a cultural history of semiconductors, centering on the industry’s emergence in Taiwan.

Janice Lobo Sapigao (she/her) is a Filipina American poet, writer, and independent scholar from the San Francisco Bay Area (unceded Ohlone land). She is the author of the poetry collections like a solid to a shadow (Nightboat Books, 2022) and microchips for millions (PAWA, Inc., 2016), along with two other chapbooks. Sapigao contributed three entries to The SAGE Encyclopedia of Filipina/x/o American Studies. She is a 2023-2026 Lucas Arts Resident in Literary Arts at the Montalvo Arts Center and a tenured Associate Professor of English at Skyline College. Sapigao also co-founded Santa Clara County’s Youth Poet Laureate Program and Sunday Jump Open Mic in Los Angeles’s Historic Filipinotown. She is working on a novel and a non-fiction manuscript on Philippine American archives.

Tony Shyu is an award-winning filmmaker, founder of Neu Wave AI Films, and CEO of Himalaya Entertainment, with over 20 years of experience directing across commercials, narrative films, and documentaries. After earning his BFA and MFA in Film from Art Center College of Design, he began his career directing high-profile campaigns for brands like Doordash, Mastercard, Volvo, and Uni-President earning Advertising Awards and the 2016 Videographer Award for API Vote, featuring George Takei and Constance Wu. His feature debut with Lions Gate and acclaimed documentaries for PBS, including The Race Epidemic and Builders of the Silicon Dream, showcase his talent for impactful storytelling. As a pioneer in AI filmmaking, Tony has directed cutting-edge AI-generated films and founded the Neu Wave AI Film Festival and Cinemarket.AI to support and mentor the next wave of creators.

Learn more about the 2026 MDP projects, and have an opportunity to ask questions before starting work on your application! Food will be provided.
Other MDP info sessions (no registration needed)

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

Thursday, September 25th, 2025 (1:30 PM-3 PM)
Angell Hall 3241
In anticipation of Mel Chen's Heberle Lecture, we will be reading their latest book, Intoxicated: Race, Disability, and Chemical Intimacy Across Empire and discussing it with them. We encourage you to read as much as you can and join us in giving Professor Chen a warm (and intellectually stimulating!) welcome to the Environmental Humanities world at UM. Bring your questions, wonderings, and excitements alike.
If you encounter issues accessing a copy of the text, please email either Patricia Jewell (jewellp@umich.edu) or Jace Jung (jacejung@umich.edu)

Dr. Conroy presents, "Adherence to Behavior Change: Overview of Models and Mechanisms"

Welcome to the University of Michigan! "So, You're New to Higher Ed" is a foundational course for Student Life staff members new to working in higher education and the world of student affairs. This four-session course covers key topics essential for understanding and thriving in the university environment.

Please register for each of the four sessions.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED TO THE SPRING.


Fear and suspicion of Asian technology-- from DeepSeek AI, to social media platforms like TikTok, to Taiwanese semiconductor giants like TSMC that supply the world with chips-- is higher in the U.S. than it has been for decades. This panel brings together leading Asian American researchers, artists, and filmmakers to explore Asia’s role in building today’s high technology. We will also examine how rising anxiety around Asian tech impacts Asian American communities in the U.S. today.
Free boba from Unitea will be provided for the first 100 attendees! All are welcome and we strongly encourage undergraduate and graduate students to attend.

We want to make our events accessible to all participants. CART services will be provided. If you anticipate needing additional accommodations to participate or would like help filling out the RSVP form, please email Cherice Chan at chericec@umich.edu.

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

The Interdisciplinary Science and Policy Initiative for Research Engagement (InSPIRE) is a student-run workshop for graduate students interested in engaging with science and technology policy issues.

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.

You 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 workshop, 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.
Dinner will be provided to participants at the end of the session.

Men of Color Leading & Investing in Community (M-CLIC) presents: "The CLIC-N-CUTZ" Barbershop Series Kickoff!
Topic: “Finish Strong: Redefining Success Beyond Where You Start”
Featuring Special Guest: Dr. Anthony Webster, Director, TRIO Student Support Services, Eastern Michigan University

We are thrilled to announce the return of the "CLIC-N-CUTZ" Barbershop Series! Join us for the series kickoff as Dr. Anthony Webster shares practical tools to set goals, track progress, and stay motivated. Discover why persistence and planning matter—because success is about how you finish, not where you began.
About M-CLIC: M-CLIC is a university-wide mentorship initiative open to all participants of any race or gender who seek to engage and foster a stronger sense of community and support for men of color at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
Event Highlight: M-CLIC's signature workshop, the "CLIC-N-CUTZ" Barbershop Series, a unique, informative, and safe-spaced barbershop experience. Beyond free haircuts and refreshments from local licensed barbers, participants sit back and engage in trending topics and critical issues affecting men of color while brainstorming effective solutions to counteract some of today's stresses.
M-CLIC - Conversation. Connection. Community. Culture.
For more information, visit our website at https://oami.umich.edu/m-clic/ or by email at MCLIC-info@umich.edu

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

Each semester, ELI presents a series of free interactive, participatory workshops focusing on specific English writing and speaking skills that graduate and undergraduate students need to succeed in their academic and professional careers. Workshops are facilitated by ELI Lecturer Meredith Bricker.
Sign up here for any of the six Fall 2025 workshops listed below.

Join La Casa and Latine Heritage Month for a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and creativity! Come make your own piñata inspired by the colors and flags of Latine countries, and showcase the beauty and diversity of our shared heritage. This hands-on event is all about representing every country, honoring traditions, and bringing our cultures together in one joyful space. Whether you come to create, connect, or simply celebrate, we welcome you to rep your flag and your pride!

In order to access the Art & Architecture Shop, users must complete BOTH Orientation AND Proficiency Training. The A&A Shop Orientation covers basic information about the Shop (hours, policies, storage, equipment, etc.) as well as an overview of safety rules and concepts to help you navigate the space safely and effectively. Please note that it does NOT give you access to use the machinery--all users must receive Proficiency Training on each piece of equipment before use.
Access: The Shop is available to students, staff, and faculty from the Penny W. Stamps School of Art & Design and the Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning for work on class projects and research only. Potential users from other academic disciplines must be receiving credit for a class taught by a faculty member from the Art or Architecture schools.
Learn more on the A&A Shop site here.

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.

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.

The Staff Well-being Network briefings are intended for University of Michigan - Ann Arbor & Michigan Medicine staff who have expressed interest in serving on the Well-being Collective Staff Well-being Network. Staff members interested in serving on the Staff Well-being Network must attend one of the following sessions to be eligible to serve. These informational briefings will provide you with background information on the Well-being Collective, the role of the Staff Well-being Network, and goals/focus areas for this year.

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

Are you a current UMSI BSI student interested in earning your master’s degree faster?
The Accelerated Master’s Degree Program (AMDP) allows eligible BSI students to earn a UMSI master’s degree in just one additional year after completing their bachelor's degree.

Join one of our virtual AMDP Information Sessions to learn how you can continue your education at UMSI and deepen your expertise in the information field—quickly and efficiently.

Each session includes:



An introduction to the AMDP and an overview of the curriculum


Information about the application process, deadlines, and requirements


Live Q&A with a member of the UMSI admissions team



Whether you’re starting to explore your options or preparing to apply this year, these sessions are designed to help you determine if AMDP is the right next step for you.

This session will cover considerations for studying abroad through a non-UM program, including:


How to find reputable programs
How funding applies to non-UM programs
What you need to know about transferring non-UM credits back to Michigan
Presented by the International Center, LSA Newnan Academic Advising Center, the Office of Financial Aid, and WorldStrides.

For students interested in design thinking, visual composition, working collaboratively, critical thinking and analysis, and gaining skills with tools and techniques relevant to a wide range of material processes, the Stamps School offers an eighteen-credit minor in studio art and design. It is required that all interested students attend an info session as the first step of the process. If you have questions, please email stamps-minor-advising@umich.edu.

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.

Come and discuss various topics about cultural norms and events in the United States! Refreshments will be made available, and you can speak with fellow international (and potentially some U.S. students!) about each topic.

Interdisciplinary Islamic Studies Seminar (IISS) provides opportunities for graduate students and faculty who work across various disciplines and world regions to engage in conversations about Islam. This year's seminar focuses on the topic of “The Emergence of Muslim Identities," exploring how Muslims across various temporal and spatial contexts have made and continue to make sense of themselves and others in light of their faith tradition.