All Sessions

We want you to have all the information you need to make informed decisions about your education and your future.

MADS Admissions & Recruitment coordinator Meryl Baker leads an application tips webinar with a live Q&A. Attendees will hear about the MADS program, the skills-based admission process, what's required as part of the application, and how the assessment process works. Please join us to get your questions answered, and benefit from the curiosity of like-minded peers!

Strike up some fun and join us for an afternoon of bowling and pizza! Transportation from the LSA Building and all fees will be covered. Limited spots, registration is required.

For LSA undergrads only

The Center for Global and Intercultural Study (CGIS) offers 120+ programs in over 45 countries across the world. These programs range from 3 weeks to a full academic year, including study abroad, study + research programs, and internships abroad.

In collaboration with the Spectrum Center, join CGIS for a 1-hour virtual panel discussion featuring LGBTQIA2S+ alumnx who have participated in CGIS programs in the past year. Alumnx will speak about preparations they made before going abroad, resources used to navigate their identities, and the positives and challenges of their abroad experiences.

This panel discussion is designed to provide context for students who may be studying abroad through CGIS in future terms, all while navigating new policies and evolving regulations regarding international travel. Prospective CGIS students will have an opportunity to ask panelists questions about their recent abroad experiences. Please note that legal advice will not be provided in this session. This event is open to all U-M students and alumnx.

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.

In the spirit of the African American cultural tradition of
Sunday dinner at the home of the family matriarch, it is a time for the Trotter
community to come together and break bread, listen to music, dance, and
converse.

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 UCAN (University Career Alumni Network). If you do not yet have a LinkedIn account, please create a free account before the session at linkedin.com.

Please bring a laptop, if possible. This session will be interactive.
Food will be provided to those who have registered.

Please join us for an online information session about the University of Michigan's graduate programs in Mechanical Engineering (ME).

In this fast-paced, ever-changing, increasingly globalized world, we need to be able to understand how to work effectively with many different types of people to reach our goals. In this workshop, we will focus on cultural intelligence (or CQ, as it is often called) to assess your own cultural values and behavioral preferences while understanding where others may be coming from. Participants will have the opportunity to practice how to navigate cultural misunderstandings that may occur within your research or a major project team and develop plans for how to continue building your cultural intelligence.


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

Roni Henig's recent book, On Revival: Hebrew Literature between Life and Death (UPenn Press, 2024), is a critique of one of the most important tenets of Zionist thinking: “Hebrew revival,” or the idea that Hebrew—a largely unspoken language before the twentieth century—was revitalized as part of a broader national “revival” which ultimately led to the establishment of the Israeli nation-state. This story of language revival has been commemorated in Israeli popular memory and in Jewish historiography as a triumphant transformation narrative that marks the success of the Zionist revolution. But a closer look at the work of early twentieth-century Hebrew writers reveals different sentiments. The book explores the loaded, figurative discourse of revival in modern Hebrew literature. Rather than embracing “revival” as a neutral, descriptive term, Henig takes a critical approach, employing close readings of canonical texts to analyze the primary tropes used to articulate this aesthetic and political project of “reviving” Hebrew. The event is a workshop-style discussion of the book with the author. A brief introduction will be circulated ahead of the event.

This workshop is for clinicians in training who seek to enhance their skills in providing weight-inclusive health and mental health care. No experience is needed - please come to as many or as few sessions are you are able. Looking forward to having you as part of the conversation!

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 (Students whose 1st Semester at U of M was Fall 2025) University of Michigan Freshmen.

These are grab-and-go style events designed to celebrate our international students' cultural holidays! Stop by to grab some food and learn more about these cultural celebrations!

An effective personal statement lives at the heart of your medical or professional health school application. Your personal statement allows you to tell your story to an admissions committee and share who you are and why you make a wonderful addition to a medical or health professions program. This workshop focuses on how you can get started writing a winning statement. You will learn how to focus on the passions, values, relationships, community service, clinical work, and other life experiences which led to your interest in health care. This workshop is designed to get you writing and reflecting on the story you want to tell on your application. Come to the workshop ready for getting started on an early draft.

Conference posters are for more than just communicating your research. While a good poster will help you tell a succinct story about your project, a great poster will serve as a platform for engaging in meaningful discussion with your audience and building your network.
This session will cover:

Best practices for organizing a conference posterDesign aesthetics to improve poster accessibilityHow to engage an audience during a poster presentation

Join us in the OGPS lounge for crafts, new year wishes and a light lunch in recognition of Lunar New Year.

This event will be drop-in only. You may linger but there will be no formal program. A light lunch will be served with limited supply!

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!

This workshop will give a brief rundown on how to apply for FREE HPC
compute courtesy of the NSF's ACCESS program. We'll run through how and
when to apply and be available for any questions you might have.

Join us for an info session to learn more about the Accelerated Master’s Degree Program in Transcultural Studies (TCS). TCS encourages students to explore methods for understanding the workings of connectivity, comparison, and translation across cultures with a curriculum that draws on courses in LSA’s humanities and social sciences departments. The program enables current LSA undergraduates to earn their MA degree with one additional year of study.

Are you an interested or declared student in Psych or BCN? Then you're invited! Join Psychology professors in a casual setting to socialize, network, and get to know each other better. And of course, there will be FREE pizza! Bring your questions, and we hope to see you there! Please RSVP by February 15th.

Drop in for 30 minutes to make a charm with shrinky dinks and polymer clay! We will be having a follow-up event (with the charms you made!) in March, but it is not required to attend both :)

Happy Black History Month! Our second BHM event is an immersive dinner and movie experience with The Princess and the Frog! Join us for a night in the Bayou with some creole classics at the same time as the characters in the movie!

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 virtual 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.

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.

For years, the University of Michigan's Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) has been a launchpad for student discovery. Now, we are growing. Join us for a campus-wide information session as we unveil our transition into the Center for Research, Scholarship, and Creative Inquiry (CRSCI).
This evolution represents more than just a name change. As a Center, UROP is now a university-wide strategic asset with central resources for UM researchers and UM undergraduate research assistants. Come learn about our expanded funding opportunities, new mentorship resources, and how this Center will serve as the premier hub for all student-led inquiry.

International Student Lunch Conversation (ISLC) is a casual time and space for international students to connect with each other and talk about life as an international student in the U.S. and at U-M. Food is provided!
ISLCs are co-sponsored by the U-M Library, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), and the International Center.

The MICDE PhD Student Seminar Series showcases the research of students in the Ph.D. in Scientific Computing. Lunch will be served. These events are open to the public, but we request that all who plan to attend register in advance. Planned sessions will be canceled if no one signs up to present.

If you have any questions, please email micde-phd@umich.edu.

This workshop is designed for students who are looking to learn more about how being a first-generation wealth builder may impact their lives. Through exploring how our relationship with money develops, financial anxiety, and our money mindsets, we will discuss how this impacts our financial behaviors. Personal finance has often left the nuances of emotion and culture out of the conversation when highlighting the necessary money moves to build wealth. This conversation seeks to highlight where our beliefs about money originate, how building and creating wealth impact emotional well-being, and strategies to cope with the shift while remaining true to one's values.
Objectives:
Define and identify money narratives and foundational beliefs about moneyLabel feelings around money and the potential change of socioeconomic status or classLearn how to navigate the emotions brought up due to being a first-generation wealth builderSpeaker Bio:
Aja Evans is a licensed mental health counselor, speaker, and author specializing in financial therapy. With over a decade of experience, Aja is determined to help more people break the taboo of keeping money and emotions secret. In addition to her practice, Aja serves on the board of the Financial Therapy Association, consults to fintech companies, and released her book Feel Good Finance.
Aja has been featured in a variety of major news outlets including the New York Times, Business Insider, NerdWallet, and CNBC. Aja is on a mission to get more people engaged in living their best lives while attuning to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors around money. Outside of work, you can find Aja chasing after her two young children as they hunt down the next delicious place to eat.

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.

The Campus of the Future Student Idea Showcase will offer opportunities for students and student-teams to explore questions and provide insight into the student experience within the Campus of the Future framework, culminating in presenting to University leadership -- including President Grasso & Provost McCauley -- at a COTF Showcase at the end of Winter 2026. The Showcase will highlight a student-led vision for a campus of the future. All finalists selected to present will receive a monetary award for each team member. Learn more at https://futureoflearning.umich.edu/programs/campus-of-the-future-/

Join us for the launch of Martin J. Williams's Reform as Process, an in-depth study of civil service reform scross six African countries.

Building an effective civil service is crucial for public service delivery and good governance, but reforming bureaucratic institutions is notoriously difficult. This book takes a fresh perspective on this challenge by documenting and analyzing the implementation of more than one hundred reforms initiated by six African countries over the last thirty years.

Martin J. Williams shows that these efforts largely fell short of their goals because they typically approached organizational change as a matter of changing formal structures and processes through one-off projects. Some did yield positive changes, however, when they were able to create opportunities for civil servants to discuss performance and how to improve it. Drawing on this evidence, Williams develops a new theory of how systemic reforms can lead to meaningful change—not by trying to force it through top-down interventions but by catalyzing an ongoing and decentralized process of continuous improvement.

Reform as Process makes theoretical and empirical contributions to research on organizational performance, civil service reform, and public service delivery, and it shares practical insights and strategies to help reformers around the world achieve meaningful change in their organizations.
About the Author
Martin J. Williams is associate professor of organizational studies and (by courtesy) political science and public policy at the University of Michigan, as well as associate faculty at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford.

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.

Link to Zoom: https://umich.zoom.us/j/92286702864

Join us for a well-deserved break filled with good vibes, great company, and delicious food from Palm Palace & beverages provided for all participants. This event is open to all, and is meant to be a community building opportunity through the lens of First Gen experiences in the SMTD.

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!

Join the Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences (QMSS) program for our professional development series to learn how to best market your QMSS-specific skills for future internship and job applications and learn from successful students, alumni, and other invited speakers about finding and succeeding in data-related opportunities and industries.

Take a break from the wintry chill and join fellow Rackham Faculty Allies for informal conversation over coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. We hope you can join us for an opportunity to reconnect, exchange ideas, discuss challenges, and share experiences.
Drop by for a few minutes or stay the whole time—there’s no formal agenda, so please feel free to come whenever your schedule allows.
New Allies are especially welcome to become acquainted with the benefits and possibilities of the Faculty Allies program.

This program is for advisors of different student organizations!

Join OGPS for a Black History Month Celebration. We invite you all to join us as we reflect on the culture, important achievements, significant contributions, and relevance of black history.
We will enjoy a delicious meal from a Black owned restaurant.
We ask you all to dress in cultural attire of rep your HBCU/Divine 9 organization.

This event is open to all!

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