All Sessions

Our Continuous Improvement Foundations course is a beginner-friendly training that teaches you the basics of how to make things better at work. In this class, we'll show you why it's important to really understand why problems happen, why guessing can be risky, and how to pinpoint the things that will make a big difference when you're trying to improve your work.


We use real stories, small group activities, and group discussions to help you see how these ideas can be used every day.

*Please bring an issue or a work process that you want to make better. During the course, you will have a chance to use what you’re learning to tackle your specific issue.

After the course, you will know how to:


Explain what 'value' means and understand it from the perspective of whoever is receiving your service or product
Recognize the 8 types of unnecessary activities or 'waste' and get good at noticing them when they happen
Realize why it's important to go right to where the problem happens and ask open questions to get more information
Understand the four-step method of Plan-Do-Check-Adjust, which is a tested way to solve problems
Learn how Organizational Excellence can support you and your team

Session length: 2.5 hours

This focus group is intended for graduate faculty to share their experiences serving as faculty advisors for Rackham Interdisciplinary Workshops.


Graduate faculty are encouraged to attend one of the two scheduled sessions. If you have already registered for one session but are unable to attend and would like to participate in the other session, please contact rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu for assistance.

Register today for the 2026 Hacks with Friends (HWF) — a hack event sponsored by the U-M Office of the VPIT-CIO. HWF is a spirited hackathon open to staff and faculty across all four University of Michigan campuses who work with, contribute to, or utilize tech and IT in ways that advance the institution's mission. Break away from their everyday activities and have some fun doing what they do best in a friendly competition. The 2026 Hacks with Friends (HWF) will take place on March 5 & 6 at the Ross School of Business.

NOTE: Register by noon on Thursday, February 26, to be included in the count for meals at the event. Registering after the deadline does not guarantee that meals will be available for you. You will need to find lunch on your own.

This workshop is a part of a series of professional development opportunities presented by the Phillip J. Bowman Center for Scholarship to Practice for members of the Bowman Center Scholars currently working at the University of Michigan.

This Lunch and Learn event will provide valuable information on how to advocate for your project.

You’ve got a great plan for your research project. Now, how do you describe the value of your project in your CV or when you are up for review? And how will people know about it and find it once it exists? This workshop will discuss how to communicate the successes and impact of your digital project to make it legible to fellow researchers and university administration. This session will provide guidance on how to best communicate and highlight to external and internal stakeholders the deliverables and anticipated outcomes of your project.


Facilitator: Keenan Colquitt, Ph.D., Program Manager for Scholar Engagement
Presenter: Rebecca Welzenbach, Research Impact and Information Science Librarian

The Psychology Dept. is hosting a Grad School Informational session with the School of Social Work.
This virtual event will take place on Monday, January 27 at 3:00pm via Zoom.
Please register for this event so that you will receive an email confirmation that includes the Zoom link for the session. You will also receive a reminder message 24-48 hours before events. You can delete registration at any time through Sessions @ Michigan.

RIW for all things Yiddish (Studies)

Please join the Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures for a series of film screenings (shown in German with English subtitles). All films are held in North Quad 2435 with pizza served at 6pm and films beginning at 6:30pm, unless otherwise noted.

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.

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

Curious about cross stitching but not sure where to start? Join us for a beginner-friendly introduction to this relaxing, hands-on craft. This session will walk you through the basics, from threading a needle to making your first stitches.

All supplies will be provided, and no prior experience is needed. Come follow along with guidance or stitch at your own pace while enjoying a low-pressure, creative break.

We want to make our events accessible to all participants. ASL interpretation and 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.

Building your network is something you can be doing proactively throughout graduate school. Additionally, learning from what others have done in their career is a great way to explore areas of interest. Join us to learn how to navigate and develop the basics of your own LinkedIn profile. We will introduce ways to build connections and learn more about opportunities through informational interviews by using LinkedIn and the University Career Alumni Network.
If you do not yet have a LinkedIn account, please create a free account before the session at linkedin.com.

Brought to you by the University Career Center, in partnership with Rackham Graduate School.

Weekly gathering for students, staff, and faculty to build community with the Trotter 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!

The CGIS Mandatory Global Orientation (M-GO) is scheduled on Sunday, March 29, 2026 (12-2 PM EST in-person) OR Sunday, April 12, 2026 (12-2 PM EST virtual). All students studying abroad this term--regardless of their individual program--must attend.
Students must register for and attend ALL three sessions of M-GO. Please select ALL virtual or ALL in-person sessions. Here is a list of ALL three mandatory sessions:
Health and Safety Session (required)Breakout Session 1 (select one of the three options available) (required)Breakout Session 2 (select one of the three options available) (required)Your CGIS Program-Specific Orientation (PSO) with your program cohort and advisor will be scheduled separately by your CGIS advisor.

Disability Accommodations: If you have any disability accommodations to share with our team to be able to successfully participate in orientation, please email us at cgis.accommodations@umich.edu.

Register here to join a NACADA Webinar Watch Party on campus! Co-sponsored by ACUM and the Newnan Advising Center, these sessions will be offered across campus in multiple locations. Please see the NACADA website for more information and topics for the webinars.

MSTP seminars are a required part of our curriculum for
all students who are not on clinical rotations or clinical electives.

Leadership program for Club Officers!

These focus group sessions are designed to understand the ways in which Women in Science & Engineering may better support graduate students and postdocs in STEM (defined broadly). Participants will participate in small group discussions and mini-design sessions to help guide future programming from WISE.
Participants will receive a $25 gift card for attending a focus group session.
For in person focus groups, lunch or dinner are provided.
All STEM graduate students or post-docs (regardless of sex or gender identity) who care about gender equity in STEM are welcome to participate.

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.

Join the Munger Community by attending events hosted by our Resident Advisors (RAs)! Feel free to select and attend as many events as you would like!

Join UMSI Student Life for a relaxing evening of painting on Tuesday, March 10 from 6:00-7:30 PM at UMSI Central! Unleash your creativity on tote bags and small canvases as you showcase your artistic talents.

College has a lot of different relationships - friends, advisors, professors, peers, family. Join our wellness group on Navigating Different Types of Relationships to learn some tips for balancing relationships, hear from other students and get some free lunch!
March 11 | 11:00 - 12:00 E.T. | Haven Hall, Room G634 | Register: campusmindworks.org

Unlock your potential with the Student Success programming series at the School of Public Health!
Designed for all students (undergraduate through PhD), this engaging series covers essential academic and wellbeing topics tailored to help you flourish inside and outside the classroom. Join us for interactive sessions on time management strategies, understanding group dynamics, recognizing and overcoming burnout, navigating major decisions with discernment, embracing your authentic strengths, and fostering overall well-being. Whether you're looking to boost your academic performance or enhance your personal growth, our workshops provide practical tools, meaningful insights, and a supportive community to help you succeed during your journey at SPH. All students are welcome!

Would you like to improve your communication skills? Be prepared to talk to the media?
Our media training sessions can help you improve your communication skills, including how to create your message clearly and concisely, how to engage with the media effectively and how to handle difficult questions or scenarios.
What is media training? Interactive, in-person and hybrid instruction on the fundamentals of interacting with the media to tell the public about your research and mission.
Skills you’ll learn:
• Handling tough questions
• Hone your key messages so you aren’t misquoted
• Learn how reporters work and what they need from you––and how to get what you need from them.
• An understanding of how working with media can help your career.
• Overcome anxiety about interacting with reporters
Who we are: Our media team of storytellers and multi-media experts are all former print and broadcast journalists.

RSVP by Thursday, February 20!The climate is changing, and it’s becoming increasingly clear that AI will play a key role in how we respond. There is a surge of research focused on leveraging AI to mitigate the negative effects of climate change. To develop truly effective solutions, we must collaborate with AI and domain experts to identify the most pressing challenges we face today and explore how AI can be leveraged to address these issues, while paying attention to its carbon imprint.
Using AI to Develop A Sustainable Future: A Brainstorming Session
Date: Wednesday, March 11
Time: 1:00–5:00 PM
Workshop Leads: Farnaz Jahanbakhsh & Mohammed Ombadi

Our goal is to bring together a group of AI researchers and climate experts to brainstorm, share experiences, and work toward building practical solutions.
Featured Talks:
David Rolnick: How machine learning can be customized for climate challenges like land use, species mapping, and climate data using problem-specific approaches.
Madalina Vlasceanu: Behavioral science insights for promoting climate action through individual beliefs, group advocacy, and systemic interventions.
In this workshop, we'll explore the points of interaction between AI and climate-related challenges and opportunities available, and discuss how existing obstacles in climate solutions can influence new research directions in artificial intelligence. U(M) researchers will briefly present on current topics in AI and in climate science, followed by table discussions with domain experts in both climate-related issues and artificial intelligence. You are encouraged to bring your own topics, problems, and innovations to share with the group.
This working session is designed to create connections and spark new collaborations. The discussion topics raised in this workshop will serve as the basis for a white paper on the intersection of AI and climate science, helping to shape the direction of future research. You were selected for this workshop because of your unique experience in one of these areas.

This focus group is for graduate students to share their experiences about working with faculty through the Rackham Interdisciplinary Workshops program.

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

Please register for each of the four sessions.

Curious about Chemical Engineering?
Join us for an exciting drop-in event to meet with faculty and peer mentors and dive into what ChE is really all about!
Faculty from a range of specialties—including Human Health, Net Zero, and Matter by Design—will be on hand for fun, informal round-table discussions. Whether you want to learn about groundbreaking research or discover the amazing careers our graduates pursue, this is your chance!
Enjoy light refreshments while making new connections, asking questions, and exploring the limitless possibilities of Chemical Engineering.
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity—Please RSVP so we can prepare for you!

Developing intercultural knowledge and skills is essential to working in ever-changing, global environments whether that be in your work, research, or just communicating with others on a daily basis. This workshop is focused on understanding your intercultural development and the ways to continue to increase your cultural knowledge to be able to effectively work with others. Those who attend this workshop will gain the opportunity to take the Intercultural Development Inventory (for free!) and receive an individualized virtual debrief to better understand your results. Participants will be asked to share feedback on the experience as part of a pilot program through the Rackham Graduate School.


This workshop is open to all master’s, Ph.D., and postdoctoral scholars at the University of Michigan. If you have any questions, please reach out to rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu.

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.

Connect with the MSI Academic Advising team for an interactive session designed to set you up for success in the AMDP. You’ll meet your advisors, learn what to expect from graduate-level coursework, review degree requirements, and walk through key registration and internship procedures. You’ll also work directly with advisors to begin building a personalized academic plan for timely and confident completion of the program. Dinner will be provided!

What is the missing link in today’s medical care delivery?
Medical school training has historically relied on the biological sciences, and their application, for diagnosis and treatment, with technology an adjunct to care. Although many major medical schools now incorporate “doctoring” into their curriculum, traditional medical training lacked an emphasis on the psycho-social aspects of the doctor-patient relationship.
Join the “Art of the Heart: The Doctor-Patient Partnership” book discussion to explore the solution as author, Jay H. Kleiman, M.D., recounts the profound career moments that define the doctor-patient partnership, illuminating the path toward preventing physician burnout.
How do I get the book?
Book copies are available on Amazon for $10, in both paperback and Kindle versions (and free for students with Kindle Unlimited). If you need financial assistance purchasing the book, complete this GoogleForm by Tuesday, February 17 to have a copy provided for you.
What can I expect at the Book Discussion event?
A hybrid Book Discussion will be held on Wednesday, March 11 from 5 - 6 PM with the author, Jay H. Kleiman, M.D., and his wife, Georgi. This will provide you the opportunity to directly engage with the author and his spouse to learn from their lived experiences. A set of discussion prompts and questions is available to view in advance; however, live questions from participants are highly encouraged.

Intermittent weekly workshops featuring dialogue sessions related to seed literacy, including opportunities to co-create elements emergent seed library technology on Ann Arbor's campus.

As part of our Financial Education Series, this virtual event is designed to help demystify tax filing for graduate students—an area that isn’t always as straightforward as we might hope.

Ed Jennings, tax director at the University of Michigan, will walk participants through how to prepare for the upcoming tax season. This session is geared toward domestic students.

Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions throughout the presentation.


Those who register will receive a copy of the slides and access to the recording.
Please note that the recording may take a few weeks to process.

Connect virtually with the MSI Academic Advising team for an interactive session designed to set you up for success in the AMDP. You’ll meet your advisors, learn what to expect from graduate-level coursework, review degree requirements, and walk through key registration and internship procedures. You’ll also work directly with advisors to begin building a personalized academic plan for timely and confident completion of the program.

Join the Office of National Scholarships and Fellowships for our semester kick-off sessions. Come learn about the Truman Scholarship, STEM award opportunities, and more!

Please join the ABCA Committee in-person or virtually to discuss global, national, and local matters currently impacting advisors and students. Snacks will be provided for the in-person participants!
The Advising Council at the University of Michigan, or ACUM, brings together those who advise to best serve our students through the sharing of information, ideas, and best practices across U-M. We welcome your involvement in our committees and future events.
R2: Create rapport and build academic advising relationships

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.

Considering law school, but need a master financial plan? Wondering how the recent changes to Federal Loan caps may impact the costs of your legal education? Join Sophia Sim, George Washington Law’s Associate Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid, for a discussion about how to finance your legal education with a focus on minimizing your debt. Students of all levels are encouraged to attend.
Attendees will be entered into a raffle to win a 7 Sage LSAT prep course!

Join DPSS and the International Center for a special session of their Early Intervention & Personal Safety Strategies workshop. This training emphasizes situational awareness so you can spot and avoid potential trouble, recognize escalating behaviors, and use techniques for safely intervening and responding when a person is posing a risk. Snacks will be provided.
For more information abotu DPSS trainings, visit https://www.dpss.umich.edu/prevention-and-training/training-and-presentations/

Whether you are new to WISE and interested in learning more about who we are and what we do or are simply looking for ways to connect with other STEM students or hoping to get more involved with us, we invite you to join us for our all-community meetings. You can expect a brief update about upcoming events, resources available, and even share about relevant events you are hosting with our community. Then we will bring out snacks, crafts, puzzles, and our massage chair for you to relax, make new friends, and hang out in our space. All STEM undergraduate/graduate students and postdocs are welcome to attend.