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1 session on September 10, 2026
Welcome to the IPE Returnee Network! This kickoff dinner is for all IPE alumni to come together, see study abroad friends, and learn more about the Returnee Network. We hope to see you there!
4 sessions available from September 11, 2026 to October 2, 2026
What is a well-designed life? How do you find a career where you can thrive? Inspired by Stanford’s Designing Your Life curriculum, this interactive, four-week, in-person series will teach master’s students principles for designing a fulfilling career. Participants must commit to attending all four sessions. The series includes brief homework assignments, in-class discussions, and out-of-class application activities. Space is limited; participation will be capped at 30. This workshop is designed for master’s students. All sessions will take place in the Rackham Building.
Lunch will be provided.
Please note that your registration status will be marked as pending until all the steps (displayed below) are completed.
Registration steps:
Thoroughly check the dates to ensure you are available for each session in this workshop series. There are a total of four sessions in this series, and participants are required to attend all four sessions.
All sessions will be selected automatically when you register. Please do not deselect any sessions.
Once you have submitted your registration, you will receive a registration confirmation message to your email. At this time, your registration status will be set as "PENDING."
Once your registration is confirmed by Rackham, your status will change to “REGISTERED”.
If you have any questions about this process, please contact Kirsten Elling (kelling@umich.edu) or Maggie Gardner (maggieev@umich.edu).
Lunch will be provided.
Please note that your registration status will be marked as pending until all the steps (displayed below) are completed.
Registration steps:
Thoroughly check the dates to ensure you are available for each session in this workshop series. There are a total of four sessions in this series, and participants are required to attend all four sessions.
All sessions will be selected automatically when you register. Please do not deselect any sessions.
Once you have submitted your registration, you will receive a registration confirmation message to your email. At this time, your registration status will be set as "PENDING."
Once your registration is confirmed by Rackham, your status will change to “REGISTERED”.
If you have any questions about this process, please contact Kirsten Elling (kelling@umich.edu) or Maggie Gardner (maggieev@umich.edu).
2 sessions available from September 11, 2026 to September 23, 2026
Established in 2005, the Public Health Action Support Team (PHAST) deploys undergraduate and graduate students to health organizations and non-profit organizations throughout Michigan, nationally, and globally in order to assist with various public health project needs.
Interested in learning more about PHAST or have questions about the application process? Then this is for you! We will be hosting two virtual information sessions. Join us on one of the following dates to learn more and ask questions:
Friday, September 11 from 2-3pmWednesday, September 23 from 6-7pm
These sessions will be recorded and shared out. If you are unable to attend one of the live sessions, we encourage you to still register, so you can receive the recording.
We can't wait to see you!
Interested in learning more about PHAST or have questions about the application process? Then this is for you! We will be hosting two virtual information sessions. Join us on one of the following dates to learn more and ask questions:
Friday, September 11 from 2-3pmWednesday, September 23 from 6-7pm
These sessions will be recorded and shared out. If you are unable to attend one of the live sessions, we encourage you to still register, so you can receive the recording.
We can't wait to see you!
1 session on September 13, 2026
The University Career Center (UCC) is partnering with JCPenney to offer career gear of up to 45% off items. Everything you need to finish your look for the 2026 Fall Job & Internship Fair, or interviews. Shop suits, dresses, coats, pants, and shoes—all at deeply discounted prices.
UMICH students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend this event. Bring your UM ID to check in and receive your 30% off coupon as you enter the door.
Students are welcome to drive themselves, or the Blue Bus option will be available brought to you by the UCC.
UMICH students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend this event. Bring your UM ID to check in and receive your 30% off coupon as you enter the door.
Students are welcome to drive themselves, or the Blue Bus option will be available brought to you by the UCC.
5 sessions available from September 14, 2026 to October 27, 2026
Ginsberg’s Community Engagement @ Michigan Series for faculty and staff addresses critical topics in community-engaged teaching and learning, research, scholarship, and program/project development. Through seminars and events, this faculty and professional development series supports faculty, staff, administrators, post-docs, and graduate students at U-M who are interested in learning about or further developing community-driven practice. Participants engage with strategies and approaches to develop and sustain community partnerships for research & teaching, prepare students to work with communities, emphasize civic learning across disciplines, develop and refine course-based and program curriculum, and more.
Offered in Fall and Winter terms. Open to Faculty, Admin/Staff, and Postdocs. Some sessions open to Graduate Students. See workshop descriptions for details.
4 sessions available from September 15, 2026 to September 15, 2026
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)
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)
2 sessions available from September 15, 2026 to October 28, 2026
The Pre-Law 101 Info Session is an exploratory program that focuses on developing strategies to explore the legal field and provides an overview of the law school admission process. The session will include a presentation given by Pre-Law Advisors followed by a live Q & A period. The session is open to all interested University of Michigan students and alumni.
1 session on September 15, 2026
This event is designed for Sophomore students who joined The Ross School of Business in Fall 2026 as transfer students, and who are looking for support with their BBA academic planning. During this workshop Ross Academic Advisors and Ross Academic Peer Advisors (RAPAs) will give a brief presentation on BBA requirements followed by a working session where students can plan out their schedules through Senior Year. Students will get the most out of this experience by completing the "Ross Academic Advising: Transfer Student Personal Development Plan (PDP) Workshop" Canvas site first.
1 session on September 15, 2026
This event is an opportunity for new students (first-year and transfer) who are first-gen (first in their families to pursue a four-year degree) to meet other new first-gen students. At this event, there will be community-building activities, food, and a resource fair featuring organizations that serve and support first-generation college students. There will be giveaways and first-gen swag at this kick-off event for the fall semester.
1 session on September 15, 2026
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 on Wednesdays in 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! Dinner is intended for those participating in the event.
• 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 on Wednesdays in 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! Dinner is intended for those participating in the event.
2 sessions available from September 15, 2026 to September 17, 2026
Join us for "Pre-Health 101: Getting Started On Your Pre-Health Journey!" This informative presentation delves into the process of being a pre-health student and developing the core competencies essential for success in the healthcare field. Explore the abundance of departmental resources available to support your academic and professional growth. Learn how to leverage the Career Center for personalized career development, gaining insights into internships, networking opportunities, and the path to your dream healthcare profession. Whether you're just starting on your pre-health journey or looking to enhance your skills, this event offers invaluable guidance and connections to propel you forward in your healthcare career aspirations.
1 session on September 16, 2026
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 doctoral students and postdocs.
If you have any questions, please email rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu.
If you have any questions, please email rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu.
3 sessions available from September 16, 2026 to September 24, 2026
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.
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.
24 sessions available from September 17, 2026 to September 28, 2026
All students interested in attending the Hong Kong Short-Term program with Global Initiatives must attend a group interview. Students who do not attend will not be eligible for consideration. Interview blocks are limited to 10 participants each. This interview must be completed before the application due date on September 30 at Noon EST.
3 sessions available from September 17, 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.
1 session on September 17, 2026
Welcome to Michigan Engineering!
Join us on Thursday, September 17th, from 11am to 2pm for an event designed just for YOU! We want you to get connected with experiences available uniquely to Michigan Engineering students. Engineering Immersed advisors will be available to provide a tailored experience, connecting you with programs and opportunities aligned with your interests and open to engineering students!
Free snacks and gifts will be provided - RSVP today!
Join us on Thursday, September 17th, from 11am to 2pm for an event designed just for YOU! We want you to get connected with experiences available uniquely to Michigan Engineering students. Engineering Immersed advisors will be available to provide a tailored experience, connecting you with programs and opportunities aligned with your interests and open to engineering students!
Free snacks and gifts will be provided - RSVP today!
1 session on September 17, 2026
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.
3 sessions available from September 17, 2026 to February 17, 2027
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.
1 session on September 17, 2026
Description: Many scientists use AI coding tools through a browser — copying and pasting between chat and editor. Agentic tools like Claude Code work differently: they run on your machine, read your project, execute your code, and iterate on errors. This hands-on tutorial covers the pros and cons of using a coding agent and how to begin using Claude Code as an R programmer. We'll look at potential use cases of coding agents for data analysis, improving code reproducibility, and tightening the loop between code outputs and manuscript writing.
Hands-on activities:
Optionally, if you'd like to participate in hands-on exercises in the session, you may wish to purchase a Claude Code plan ($20 for a month of access) and have Claude installed on your computer. However, you may also come without doing this, or with a different agent (like OpenAI's Codex or an open-source tool of your choice)
Reminder: All attendees, please bring a laptop.
1 session on September 18, 2026
Join us for a virtual information session to learn more about our PhD program and the application process.
Find more about the program and our admissions process on our website or contact our Student Services Coordinator (complit.student.services@umich.edu). Note: this session will be recorded and posted to the department's website following the event.
Find more about the program and our admissions process on our website or contact our Student Services Coordinator (complit.student.services@umich.edu). Note: this session will be recorded and posted to the department's website following the event.
1 session on September 18, 2026
This session will help students interested in going abroad learn about what funding is available and how to apply. A representative from the Office of Financial Aid will be there to assist with explaining how financial aid and institutional aid can be applied to studying abroad.
5 sessions available from September 21, 2026 to February 23, 2027
This track manages the '26-27 International Student Community Events.
4 sessions available from September 22, 2026 to September 25, 2026
National Postdoc Appreciation Week (NPAW) 2026 is an annual event sponsored by the National Postdoctoral Association. The week honors the research, innovation, and vital contributions of postdoctoral fellows. This year’s theme is celebrating 150 years of the U.S. postdoc position.
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.
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
96 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.
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.
1 session on September 24, 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.
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.
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.
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.
1 session on September 24, 2026
RSVP by Thursday, September 10!
Human rights are under pressure worldwide, and AI is increasingly part of both the problem and the solution. AI systems can help uncover abuses, expand access to services, support crisis response, and detect harmful patterns at scale. But they can also amplify surveillance, bias, disinformation, and exclusion. To develop solutions that are genuinely helpful and safe, we need collaboration among AI researchers, human rights practitioners, domain experts, and impacted communities.
In this workshop, we'll explore the points of interaction between AI and human rights challenges, and discuss how existing obstacles in human right solutions can inform new research directions in artificial intelligence. U(M) researchers will briefly present on current topics in AI and in human rights, followed by table discussions with domain experts in both human rights-related issues and AI. You are encouraged to bring your own topics, problems, and innovations to share with the group.
More details can be found at the event website: https://ai.engin.umich.edu/events/ai-human-rights-workshop/
Human rights are under pressure worldwide, and AI is increasingly part of both the problem and the solution. AI systems can help uncover abuses, expand access to services, support crisis response, and detect harmful patterns at scale. But they can also amplify surveillance, bias, disinformation, and exclusion. To develop solutions that are genuinely helpful and safe, we need collaboration among AI researchers, human rights practitioners, domain experts, and impacted communities.
In this workshop, we'll explore the points of interaction between AI and human rights challenges, and discuss how existing obstacles in human right solutions can inform new research directions in artificial intelligence. U(M) researchers will briefly present on current topics in AI and in human rights, followed by table discussions with domain experts in both human rights-related issues and AI. You are encouraged to bring your own topics, problems, and innovations to share with the group.
More details can be found at the event website: https://ai.engin.umich.edu/events/ai-human-rights-workshop/
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
0 sessions available from August 6, 2026 to August 6, 2026
Registration for the Research Administrators' Network (RAN) meetings, which are held three times per year, hosted by the RAAC Communications Subcommittee.
1 session on September 25, 2026
Join us for a casual lunch and welcome presentation, followed by FAQ’s from fellow transfer students. Hosted by BME Student Services.
1 session on September 27, 2026
Chefs in the Garden
Sunday, September 27 | 2:00–6:00 PM
Ever wonder where your food comes from—or what it takes to prepare a meal that brings a community together?
Join RSSL and Growing Hope for an afternoon of learning, connection, and hands-on service. You'll begin with a tour of Growing Hope's urban garden, where you'll learn about sustainable food systems, urban agriculture, and the organization's mission to build a healthier, more equitable community.
Then, roll up your sleeves and work alongside a local chef to help prepare a meal for Growing Hope's annual fundraising event. This is a unique opportunity to learn new culinary skills, support an important community organization, and see firsthand how food can bring people together.
Transportation is available and can be coordinated with volunteers.
Space is limited, so register early to reserve your spot!
Sunday, September 27 | 2:00–6:00 PM
Ever wonder where your food comes from—or what it takes to prepare a meal that brings a community together?
Join RSSL and Growing Hope for an afternoon of learning, connection, and hands-on service. You'll begin with a tour of Growing Hope's urban garden, where you'll learn about sustainable food systems, urban agriculture, and the organization's mission to build a healthier, more equitable community.
Then, roll up your sleeves and work alongside a local chef to help prepare a meal for Growing Hope's annual fundraising event. This is a unique opportunity to learn new culinary skills, support an important community organization, and see firsthand how food can bring people together.
Transportation is available and can be coordinated with volunteers.
Space is limited, so register early to reserve your spot!
1 session on September 28, 2026
Join the Barger Leadership Institute for a Wellness Lunch with Dr. Sundar Balasubramanian and discover the power of yogic breathing (pranayama). Learn 10 simple breathing techniques to help reduce stress, improve focus, and support overall well-being during this one-hour interactive workshop, followed by lunch and time to connect with fellow attendees.
This event is open to University of Michigan students, faculty, & staff.
This event is open to University of Michigan students, faculty, & staff.
7 sessions available from September 28, 2026 to April 13, 2027
OrgBasics is a series of workshops offered throughout the academic year that helps student organization members and leaders learn the "basics" of running a student organization at the University of Michigan. Workshop topics for the 26-27 academic year include Student Org Funding Resources, Event Planning Logistics and Risk Management, Marketing Strategies, MaizePages: Level Up Your Org, Membership Retention and Involvement, Beyond the Org: Involvement to Impact and Annual Re-Registration Review.
1 session on September 30, 2026
Sponsored by the Office of the President and the Office of the Provost, this event features three Distinguished University Professors speaking on their professional and scholarly experiences. Each concise lecture will be followed by a brief Q & A.
“The 1857 Indian Revolution and the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam” by Juan Cole (Richard P. Mitchell Distinguished University Professor of History and Professor of History, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts).
"Paying Attention" by John Jonides (Edward E. Smith Distinguished University Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, Co-Director, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Facility, Professor of Radiology, Medical School and Professor of Psychology, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts).
“Studying Aging and Dementia in Patients and Populations” by Kenneth Langa (A. Regula Herzog Distinguished University Professor of Internal Medicine and Survey Research, Cyrus Sturgis Research Professor of Internal Medicine, Professor of Internal Medicine, Research Professor, Institute of Gerontology, Medical School, Research Professor, Survey Research Center, Institute for Social Research).
“The 1857 Indian Revolution and the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam” by Juan Cole (Richard P. Mitchell Distinguished University Professor of History and Professor of History, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts).
"Paying Attention" by John Jonides (Edward E. Smith Distinguished University Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience, Co-Director, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Facility, Professor of Radiology, Medical School and Professor of Psychology, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts).
“Studying Aging and Dementia in Patients and Populations” by Kenneth Langa (A. Regula Herzog Distinguished University Professor of Internal Medicine and Survey Research, Cyrus Sturgis Research Professor of Internal Medicine, Professor of Internal Medicine, Research Professor, Institute of Gerontology, Medical School, Research Professor, Survey Research Center, Institute for Social Research).
2 sessions available from September 30, 2026 to October 1, 2026
This event offers the opportunity to speak with corporate sponsors and faculty PI’s about their projects
Students are encouraged to:
Bring copies of their resume and be prepared to ask questionsRead the project descriptions on our website before attendingDress ranges from “classroom attire” to business casualIt is fine to show up partway through – this is intended to be a drop-in event.
The fair is a great way to learn more before applying. The application requires students to rank the projects in order of preference, and meeting the sponsors and faculty may influence your ratings. However, you do not have to attend the Project Fair to apply for an MDP project.
Students are encouraged to:
Bring copies of their resume and be prepared to ask questionsRead the project descriptions on our website before attendingDress ranges from “classroom attire” to business casualIt is fine to show up partway through – this is intended to be a drop-in event.
The fair is a great way to learn more before applying. The application requires students to rank the projects in order of preference, and meeting the sponsors and faculty may influence your ratings. However, you do not have to attend the Project Fair to apply for an MDP project.
