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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.

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.

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.

Sleep plays a vital role in good healthy and well-being. We spend one third of our lives asleep. Learn techniquest on how to get quality sleep that can help with your mental health, physical health, qualtiy of life and safety.

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.

In this program, you will learn more about the work of the Graduate Student and Program Consultation Services Office, including resources for addressing concerns and conflicts that may arise while in graduate school and information about the Rackham Graduate Student Emergency Fund.

This workshop is designed for Ph.D. students, please visit our event listing page for more!

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.

In this program, you will learn more about the work of the Graduate Student and Program Consultation Services Office, including resources for addressing concerns and conflicts that may arise while in graduate school and information about the Rackham Graduate Student Emergency Fund.

This workshop is designed for Master's Students, please visit our event listing page for more!

Do you want to learn the unwritten rules of the university? Are you searching for the hidden maps to funding and professional success? This workshop helps you solve the puzzle of the hidden curriculum within the university landscape. We provide the tools to navigate the complex systems of funding and campus culture. You will gain the skills needed to build your own path to academic achievement.


This session supports master’s students. Please email rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu with any questions.

Join us for a guided tour of the Wilson Student Team Project Center, a dynamic hands-on engineering space where University of Michigan students bring ambitious ideas to life. During the tour, visitors will explore the workshops, collaboration areas, and project bays used by student teams to design, build, test, and refine innovative vehicles, devices, and systems.

The tour highlights how the Wilson Center supports experiential learning, teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving outside the traditional classroom. Guests will learn about the student organizations and project teams that use the facility, see examples of current and past projects, and gain insight into the tools, resources, and support available to help students turn concepts into real-world solutions.
Closed toe shoes are encouraged (lots of places to stub your toe)!

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.

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.

Join us for an exciting 90-minute tour of the iconic Michigan Stadium, concluding at the Crisler Center! Discover the state-of-the-art technology that powers the stadium, and enjoy a Q&A session along with great photo opportunities.

Dates & Times:
Monday, August 3, 1:00 pm
Monday, August 3, 3:00 pm (back-to-back tours)
Monday, August 10, 2:00 pm

Michigan Stadium & Crisler Center Tour Information

Tour attendance is limited to 25 participants.This tour is open to University of Michigan faculty and staff only.Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time. Due to facility access requirements, late arrivals may not be permitted to join the tour once it has begun.Meeting Location: Jack Roth Stadium Club Entrance (East Side of Michigan Stadium)The tour will include a significant amount of walking, standing, and navigating stairs throughout both facilities. If you require mobility accommodations or have accessibility concerns, please contact us in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made.Opportunities will be provided throughout the tour to sit, ask questions, and engage with tour guides.Food is not permitted during the tour. Participants are welcome to bring a water bottle.Please wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather, as portions of the tour may require moving between facilities.Photography may be permitted in certain areas; however, please follow any instructions provided by tour staff regarding restricted spaces.Space is limited and registration is required to attend.
Attendees are encouraged to take a bus to local bus stop on Kipke Drive (near Crisler Center); some parking available in nearby lots

Parking map https://mgoblue.com/documents/2017/6/20/fbl_parking_map.pdf Bus route
Tour leaders: Jerry Wood, Associate Athletic Director of Information Technology and Clark Smith, ITS Infrastructure Project Manager Lead
Please contact Jared Walfish (jwalfish@umich.edu) with any day of questions

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 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.

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.

Explore study abroad in Sydney, Australia! Join CGIS for an information session about the Winter 2027 program at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), one of Australia’s leading universities. This session will include a brief overview of the program, academics, housing, student life, and what it’s like to live and study in vibrant Sydney. Prospective students will also have the opportunity to ask questions and learn more about the application process, eligibility, and next steps. Whether you’re just starting to consider study abroad or already dreaming of Australia, this is a great chance to learn how UNSW could fit into your academic and personal goals.
There are two information sessions available:
CGIS Info Session #1: Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 2:00 to 3:00 PMCGIS Info Session #2: Tuesday, September 1, 2026, from 3:00 to 4:00 PMPlease note that both of these sessions will be virtual over Zoom. Both sessions will contain the same info, so students have the option to choose either one to attend.
To learn more, please visit the following links:
UNSW M-Compass Brochure
Study abroad and exchange at UNSW Sydney

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! This form is for GSIs signing up for synchronous Practice Teaching (PT) sessions as part of their Fall 2026 GSI Teaching Orientation (GSITO).
What Happens During a PT SessionGSIs and trained facilitators will join each PT session using Zoom information you can retrieve upon completing your registration. Once you join the session, we will assign everyone to small groups using Zoom breakouts. You will remain in your Zoom breakout room with a group of GSIs and a trained facilitator for the rest of the PT session. GSIs will take turns delivering their prepared ten-minute lessons and receiving feedback from their peers and the facilitator.
While delivering your lesson, you can screen share any slides, images, etc., that you plan to use as part of your lesson. You can also use the Zoom features whiteboard, chat, and reactions. However, Zoom polling and breakouts will not be available for you to use during your practice lesson. You are also welcome to use third-party online tools to help make your lesson engaging or interactive if you wish.
How to Prepare for a PT Session GSIs will prepare a ten-minute lesson before attending their PT session. Module 11 of the Fall 2026 GSITO Canvas course provides information about preparing your lesson. If you are accessing this form before the Fall GSITO Canvas course has launched, note that you can access more information about preparing your lesson once the orientation begins.
Additionally, you may want to have something readily accessible for note-taking during your session while participating in others' practice lessons to jot down potential feedback or for writing down your own notes based on the feedback you yourself receive on your lesson from the group. In the Fall 2026 Canvas Course, we will provide feedback prompts you can utilize during your session.
Attendance TrackingThe Zoom session will NOT be recorded, but we will track attendance at each PT session and share your attendance with the appropriate parties in your department.
If you have any questions please contact crlt.gsito@umich.edu.

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, two-hour 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 designed for doctoral students. Please reach out to rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu with any questions.

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.

Mentors will meet for a Peer Mentor Orientation meeting. Mentors will also attend the First-Year Orientation to meet their mentee in person for the first time before scheduling the first bi-weekly mentor-mentee meeting.

Be sure to watch the video that was linked to you and be prepared to ask questions.

If none of the available times work for you, please email me-aso@umich.edu to find an alternative time to declare.

The Ruthven Wellness Committeehas organized a monthly massage program where you can sign up for a15-minute massage at $1/minute. (The sign ups are slotted every 20 minutes to accommodate for cleaning in between.)
You may sign up for 2 consecutive slots for $30 for 30 minutes, however, please do not sign up for more than that. These are popular, so please drop your session if you can no longer make it.
Accepted forms of payment at time of session: Cash, cards, and apps (PayPal, Cash App, Venmo, Zelle)
Location: Ruthven Room #0264 (located in the basement on the left-hand side before the Wellness Room)

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