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3 sessions available from September 22, 2026 to November 17, 2026
The Master's Career Pathways Series helps MS students make informed career decisions, identify relevant opportunities, and communicate the value of their training. Through guided planning, university resources, skill-building sessions, and conversations with alumni, participants will explore career paths and prepare for their next steps. Attendance is limited to currently enrolled MS students.

If you have any questions, please reach out Dr. Ioannis Chremos (ichremos@umich.edu)
23 sessions available from September 22, 2026 to April 20, 2027
Weekly gathering for students, staff, and faculty to build community with the Trotter/MESA team and discuss the week’s events. Organizations and units are encouraged to collaborate and offer light refreshments or share tea practices that center their cultural practices. Come join us for good conversation, food and fun!
11 sessions available from September 22, 2026 to December 8, 2026
4 sessions available from September 22, 2026 to September 30, 2026
Join us for encore presentations from our Summer 2026 International Center Orientation and more! Great opportunity to ask staff questions and meet other new international students and scholars now that you've had a chance to settle in your new home.
Not able to attend? Visit our Summer 2026 Orientation page for links to canvas, blogs and videos from sessions over the summer.
Note: All sessions are in-person, with the exception of the "Driving in the U.S." presentation, which will be offered virtually.
4 sessions available from September 22, 2026 to December 8, 2026
1 session on September 22, 2026

What does it mean for a city to be "smart"? Smart as a City draws on ethnographic fieldwork in Kansas City, Missouri, where Google piloted a citywide gigabit network and city officials launched several smart city projects in the 2010s. Through cases including public-housing residents’ quiet refusal of “free” gigabit internet, the city’s turn to predictive analytics that largely confirmed the obvious, and public–private strategies for managing failure without naming it, the book reframes test-bed urbanism as a mode of local governance that works through civic aspiration, deliberate ignorance, and municipal politics. It argues that urban disparities are not an unintended consequence of the smart city; they are the foundation upon which it is built.

This event is in partnership with the Urban Tech Collective (UTC) at the University of Michigan’s Digital Studies Institute. UTC convenes U-M faculty and students from various disciplines investigating the imaginaries, design, and use of digital technologies within urban everyday life. UTC investigates topics related to physical and digital spaces; mediated representations of urban space and urban communities; digital rights and inequalities; datafication; urban intelligences; and social change. The collective meets throughout the academic year to share research, methodologies, and best practices for the study of technology and urban life, to host speakers, and reimagine the role of urban technology scholarship, design, and policy in affecting more equitable, sustainable futures.


The DSI Reading Room is a conversation series featuring new books by Digital Studies Institute faculty and guest authors. Through public discussions, we explore emerging scholarship and the ideas shaping technology, culture, media, and society.

Burcu Baykurt is an Associate Professor of Media Studies at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Her research explores how digital infrastructures reshape and perpetuate urban inequalities. She is the author of Smart as a City: The Politics of Test-Bed Urbanism and coeditor of Soft-Power Internationalism: Competing for Cultural Influence in the 21st-Century Global Order.

We strive to make our events accessible to all participants. This event will be a hybrid event with both a physical meeting space and an online meeting space.

CART will be provided. If you anticipate needing accommodations to participate, please email Eric Mancini at dsi-administration@umich.edu. Please note that some accommodations must be arranged in advance, and we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible.


5 sessions available from September 22, 2026 to November 11, 2026

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

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

2 sessions available from September 22, 2026 to September 23, 2026
1 session on September 22, 2026
RIW for all things Yiddish (Studies)
2 sessions available from September 22, 2026 to September 28, 2026
Join us for an MDP info session to learn about upcoming project opportunities and what it’s like to participate in the program. We’ll share details about the application process, timelines, and how to get involved. Students are welcome to attend any session that fits their schedule.
2 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to September 23, 2026
This is a zoom training that covers the fundamentals of Business Objects and the steps to navigate in Business Objects to perform basic, intermediate and advanced tasks in BO. Please bring your own laptop and power adapter to in-person training.
Please Note: There is a minimum of 10 registrations for each class (you can find the number of seats available out of 40). If the minimum number of seats is not reached we will email you in advance.
1 session on September 23, 2026
This workshop series supports graduate students and postdoctoral fellows preparing for academic careers. Through interactive sessions, you will gain insights and strategies for navigating the academic job market, securing a postdoctoral position, and preparing application materials that highlight your research expertise and career potential. Each session combines presentations, discussion, and hands-on activities to equip you with practical tools for a successful transition into academia.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this series, participants will be able to:
Understand the structure of the academic job market and how to prepare for each stage of the search.Identify strategies for exploring opportunities and applying for postdoctoral positions.Prepare strong academic CVs and cover letters that effectively communicate expertise and fit.Write a compelling research statement that highlights motivation, significance, and future directions.
1 session on September 23, 2026

Are you a current Master’s student or recent alum considering a Ph.D. or another doctorate? Do you want to learn how to effectively present your research experience and academic potential to admissions committees? This workshop will guide you through the essential components of a successful doctoral application. We will review different types of doctoral programs, typical application timelines, application documents, and additional factors to consider when looking for and applying for a doctoral program. We will also reflect on if a doctorate is the right choice for your career goals. You will have the opportunity to ask your questions and learn more about how to best utilize University Career Center and Rackham resources to get support for this academic transition. Whether you are just considering the idea of pursuing a doctoral degree or you have already started preparing for it, this session will provide the tools you need for a successful application.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.

1 session on September 23, 2026
Join us Wednesday, September 23rd between 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM on the ground floor of FSL for anti-hazing education, trivia, donuts, and crafts!
1 session on September 23, 2026
Feeling overwhelmed by college? Join Productivity and Stress to learn realistic ways to manage stress and improve your productivity. Free lunch is included!

This FREE in-person educational wellness group is for students only and will include an interactive presentation facilitated by staff from the Eisenberg Family Depression Center and is a collaborative service with U-M Engineering's C.A.R.E. Center and the Newnan Academic Advising Center.
Registration is not required for in-person wellness groups, but is recommended so there is enough lunch for all attendees.
2 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to September 23, 2026
We want to make our events accessible to all participants. CART captioning services will be provided for the panel conversation. If you anticipate needing additional accommodations to participate, please email Cherice Chan at chericec@umich.edu.
1 session on September 23, 2026
Did your gloves, socks, or other knit item develop a small hole? Learn to darn them up before it gets cold! Bring your clean item with a small hole or worn area, all other materials provided. No experience needed. Open to all U-M staff and faculty.
10 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to December 16, 2026
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.
1 session on September 23, 2026
Welcome Meeting: "What is the expanded field and how do we define it?"
3 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to November 2, 2026
RCRS Workshop A: Appropriate citation of sources and avoiding plagiarism; authorship and publication practices and responsibilities.


2 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to October 12, 2026
This training is required for ALL Presidents, Social Chairs, Risk Managers, New Member Educators, and Council Executive Members in IFC, Panhel, NPHC, and MGC. You will get to choose from one of the ALL-COUNCIL training options.
2 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to September 23, 2026
Join MiSciComm (formerly MiSciWriters) for in-person and virtual workshops designed to develop science communication skills!

No science communication experience required.
We are always welcoming new writers, editors, translators, and/or illustrators. If you'd like to join MiSciComm, fill out our membership form here. Our onboarding workshops are held once per semester and can be registered for below. Please reach out if you have any comments, questions, or concerns.
2 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to October 13, 2026

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.

1 session on September 23, 2026
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.



1 session on September 23, 2026
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.

1 session on September 23, 2026
Established in 1997 by Ellen Agress, the Vivian R. Shaw Lecture is presented biennially by IRWG and Women’s and Gender Studies. The lecture was created to address “real world issues” related to women and gender and has brought distinguished scholars, writers, and public intellectuals to the University of Michigan for nearly three decades.

3 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to November 18, 2026

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


108 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to December 9, 2026
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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.
4 sessions available from September 23, 2026 to October 4, 2026
Check out the local arts scene and meet new people!
Art Meetups are student-led excursions to explore the arts on campus and in Ann Arbor - all while giving you a chance to meet your peers who share similar interests! From local artist markets to performances to hands on artmaking, Art Meetups have something for all interests.
1 session on September 23, 2026
The Department of Women's & Gender Studies and the Institute for Research on Women & Gender (IRWG) are pleased to invite you to join us for an evening with Honorée Fanonne Jeffers, a private reception following this year’s Vivian R. Shaw Lecture.

The reception will feature hors d’oeuvres and drinks and offer an opportunity to continue the conversation with Honorée Fanonne Jeffers following her lecture. Guests will also have the chance to connect with colleagues and friends from across the University of Michigan and celebrate this special Vivian R. Shaw Lecture together.

We would be delighted to have you with us for this special evening.
1 session on September 24, 2026
Sign up for a two-hour work session, with a hot lunch with colleagues! The Faculty On-Campus Work Retreats provide 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.
There are both morning and afternoon sessions available. Morning sessions also offer the option of coming early to enjoy an extended three-hour session. Breakfast snacks, coffee, and tea will be provided.
During the lunch provided at each work session, there will be 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 ~7,800 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. The event page is here.
2 sessions available from September 24, 2026 to January 19, 2027
4 sessions available from September 24, 2026 to December 7, 2026
Please note the following:
Before you sign-up, please make sure you have secured your supervisor's approval for attendance.
Register for only ONE session.In this training, you will learn to:
Use the Shared Hiring Philosophy as a guide to creating an inclusive search experience and process framework that supports equitable candidate selection from preparation to onboarding Conduct behavior-based interviewing Create a team-oriented approach to an effective and positive candidate experienceThrough demonstration and hands-on practice, this course will serve as a guide to help you through the experience of being part of a search committee team.
If you need an accommodation for this training, please email the facilitators at StudentLifeSearchTraining@umich.edu at least 2 weeks before the date of your training. Search Training is offered monthly, so we encourage you to sign up for a future date if we can't meet your need.
4 sessions available from September 24, 2026 to October 26, 2026
InSPIRE brings together graduate students and postdoctoral researchers from across the University of Michigan to engage with the intersection of science, technology, and public policy.
1 session on September 24, 2026
Please join the American Culture Consortium Rackham Interdisciplinary Workshop for our Welcome Session on Thursday Sept.
24, 2026 from 10:00 am – 11:30 am in Angel Hall, room 3241. We will discuss this year’s ACC workshop, meet fellow graduate students,
and partake in Panera coffee and pastries.


For the 2026-27 year, the ACC
workshop theme is Wisdom and Discernment in Research, centering Christopher
J. Pexa's Translated Nation: Rewriting the Dakhota Oyate, which
explores how the Dakhota [Dakota/Lakota/Nakota Sioux] people and culture have
been (mis)translated into the English language and US cultural meanings.
Pexa "rewrites" those translations by analyzing Dakota literature published
since the Dakota War of 1862 through an interpretive method guided by thióšpaye ethics.


Pexa’s literary and historical analysis inspires questions of
how "knowing" and "truths" in US research are communicated, translated, and
influenced by ideas of wisdom and discernment. Specific questions we might discuss are: How does culture influence what it means to be discerning and wise? How does research influence what it means to be discerning and wise?
How is discernment determined, and what constitutes wise discernment in US
culture and other, non-US cultures within the US academy? How does our own
research reflect our personal ideas of discernment and wisdom?
6 sessions available from September 24, 2026 to December 1, 2026
Sign up here for one of our info sessions about grad student arts research opportunities
1 session on September 24, 2026
This one hour workshop led by Professor Allen Liu will discuss preparation for the Fall 2026 RFEs, including recommendations for structuring your presentation and how faculty assess the exam. We will also be joined by current PhD candidates who have taken the exam.
3 sessions available from September 24, 2026 to December 3, 2026
Join the Center for Campus Involvement for Advisor Connections, a monthly meeting for the advisors of recognzied student organizatons at The University of Michigan. If you have any questions or accomodation needs, please reach out to uminvolvement@umich.edu.
1 session on September 24, 2026
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 also include a panel of past Rackham Doctoral Intern Fellows to answer questions and talk about their experiences.
4 sessions available from September 24, 2026 to October 22, 2026
Ready to enhance your courses and simplify your teaching workflow? This comprehensive workshop series equips U-M faculty with the practical tech skills needed for the modern semester. Across this track, you will dive into interactive classroom tools (Poll Everywhere, Ed Discussions), advanced grading and lab platforms (PrairieLearn, Vocareum), and critical digital accessibility strategies (Grackle, Siteimprove).
Additionally, a dedicated GenAI pathway will guide you from AI basics to advanced prompt engineering using U-M’s custom tools, including U-M GPT, Maizey, and NotebookLM. Join us for individual sessions or the entire series to build a more engaging, inclusive, and tech-forward classroom.
1 session on September 24, 2026
Join us for the first meeting of the Topics in Classical Intersectionalities RIW.
1 session on September 24, 2026
Graduate Spiritual Wellness GroupGraduate school asks a lot of you!

Between coursework, research, teaching, internships, and everything else life brings, it can be difficult to find time to simply pause and reconnect with yourself.
The Graduate Spiritual Wellness Group is a welcoming community created specifically for graduate and professional students to explore meaning, purpose, and well-being alongside peers who understand the unique graduate student experience.

Through guided conversations, reflection, mindfulness practices, and shared community, you'll have space to slow down, build authentic connections, and develop practices that support you throughout your academic journey and beyond.
You don't need to identify with a particular religion or spiritual tradition to participate. Whether you're religious, spiritual, secular, questioning, or simply looking for a place to belong, you are welcome here.
Join us to:
Connect with other graduate students in a supportive community.
Reflect on purpose, identity, and what grounds you.
Learn practical wellness and mindfulness practices.
Take a meaningful pause from the demands of graduate life.
Invest in your personal and spiritual well-being.


Come as you are. Leave feeling more grounded, connected, and supported.
2 sessions available from September 24, 2026 to October 2, 2026
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.
1 session on September 24, 2026
The Faculty Senate Office invites you to meet the 2026 candidates for the U-M Board of Regents. Candidates will present their qualifications, articulate their vision for the University, and respond to questions. The election of members to the Board of Regents significantly impacts the governance of the University. The Regent Candidate Forum promotes civic engagement, informed decision-making, and transparency, and encourages elected Regents to be representative of and responsive to the needs of the community they serve. This event is open to all U-M faculty, staff, and students.
Participating Candidates
Paul Brown (Incumbent, Democrat)Lena Epstein (Republican)Kyle Maas (U.S. Taxpayer’s Party)Amir Makled (Democrat)Michael Schostak (Republican)Moderator
Professor Kentaro Toyama, W K Kellogg Professor of Community Information and Faculty Senate Chair
Format
Each candidate will be permitted an opening statement. Professor Toyama will then ask questions submitted in advance by members of the Faculty Senate's Senate Assembly and standing Senate Assembly committees.
Livestream: https://umich.edu/watch/
1 session on September 24, 2026
Students are welcome to join this casual fireside chat with Jon DeGaynor, President and Chief Executive Officer of Methode Electronics and U-M ME alumni. Lars Ullrich, Senior Vice President, Global Automotive Business, and Karen Keegans, Chief Human Resources Officer from Methode Electronics will join Mr. DeGaynor for a Q+A following his fireside chat. Resumes will be collected during the event.
Event Timeline:
5:00-5:30pm: Fireside Talk with Mr. DeGaynor
5:30-6:00pm: Q+A with Methode Staff
Food and drinks will be provided and students are encouraged to come with questions about career paths, job applications, and life after graduation.
1 session on September 24, 2026
Spiritual Wellness Group – Undergraduate Students
Looking for a space to slow down, connect with others, and explore what gives your life meaning? Join the RSSL Spiritual Wellness Group, an eight-week experience designed for undergraduate students who want to grow in purpose, belonging, and community.
Beginning Thursday, September 24, 2026, the group meets weekly from 5:30–7:00 PM in The Connector.
Each session explores a different aspect of spirituality and well-being through meaningful conversation, reflection, interactive activities, and connections with fellow students.
Whether you identify with a religious tradition, are spiritual but not religious, are secular, or are simply curious, all students are welcome.
Registration is limited to ensure a meaningful, small-group experience, so reserve your spot early.
1 session on September 24, 2026
WISE and Shine offers an informal opportunity to ask questions, hear about life in industry, and explore the unconventional places a degree in can take you while enjoying an early dinner. STEM equity for everyone needs everyone! WISE programming is open to all students regardless of sex, gender, or gender identity.
Alicia is the Vice President of Legal Strategy at an AI chip startup called Tenstorrent -- a company proudly pushing the boundaries of what it means to be "open" by developing open source software, open standards, and hardware that gives customers control. Prior to Tenstorrent, Alicia worked for a company named Altera (which was acquired by Intel), then Intel. Alicia started her career at the law firm Kirkland & Ellis LLP, litigating some of the largest patent cases in the world for on all sorts of technology (combustion engines, cell phones, knee implants, cryptography, semiconductor fabrication, and paint dispensing machines, to name a few).

Alicia is a proud double Wolverine, holding Mechanical Engineering and Law degrees from the University of Michigan. She's also married to a Wolverine, whom she met on the University of Michigan Solar Car team. She has two kids, two cats, eight chickens, and (roughly) 40K backyard bees.

If you are interested in AI, the path from STEM to law school, life in San Francisco, or sharing your yard with forty thousand bees, then please come join us for an evening with this fascinating and dynamic alum!
1 session on September 24, 2026
Men of Color Leading & Investing in Community (M-CLIC) presents: "The CLIC-N-CUTZ" Barbershop Series Kickoff!
Topic: “Becoming the Man You’re Meant to Be!”
Featuring Special Guest: Mr. Anthony “Coach Ant ” Johnson, President and Founder, Empower Youth Development League (EYDL)

The “CLIC-N-CUTZ” Barbershop Series returns! Join us for an interactive workshop led by special guest Anthony “Coach Ant” Johnson. In an authentic and supportive setting, participants will explore identity, purpose, accountability, relationships, and life’s pressures. Through honest conversation and practical exercises, they will gain tools for intentional decision-making and create a personalized 30-day growth plan.
About M-CLIC: Men of Color Leading & Investing in Community (M-CLIC) is a university-wide mentorship initiative open to participants of all races and genders who want to build community and strengthen support for men of color at the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor.
Event Highlight: The “CLIC-N-CUTZ” Barbershop Series is M-CLIC’s signature workshop—a welcoming, informative barbershop experience that combines community, conversation, and connection. In addition to free haircuts from licensed local barbers and food, participants engage in timely conversations about critical issues affecting men of color and work together to identify practical solutions to today’s challenges and stressors.
M-CLIC - Conversation. Connection. Community. Culture.
For more information, visit our website at https://oami.umich.edu/m-clic/ or by email Greg Thomas at MCLIC-info@umich.edu