All Sessions

The planning committees of AHM and AA&PI HM are joining forces to plan a calligraphy night! Calligraphy offers a variety of diverse entry points around a discussion of identity and cultural expression, inviting participants to explore how langauge, art, and heritage intertwine. Participants will have the opportunity to study calligraphy techniques utilized by the Arabic and AA&PI communities, try out and practice their own lettering, and engage in a creative, community-centric space.

Join the 2025-26 Public Humanities interns to learn about the program and their experience as interns.
The Public Humanities Internship is a paid internship program that provides 8 selected undergraduate students at the University of Michigan with the unique opportunity to participate in the life of the Institute for the Humanities. Interns interact with each other as well as faculty fellows, graduate student fellows, staff, visiting scholars and artists, and other members of our community to explore humanities topics and ideas. They then turn those conversations into humanities-related programs and events geared toward undergraduate students. Interns work 7 hours/week and are paid $18/hour.

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!

Join CGIS Advisor, Juliana Mesa, to learn more about the CGIS: Advanced Spanish and Culture in Granada (Spain) program, the application process, the academics, and life in Granada.
This Winter 2027 intensive Michigan program combines classes with a U-M faculty and local Spanish professors at a local study abroad center. Students have the option to take a class at the Universidad de Granada or partake in a for-credit internship.
The Department of Romance Languages and Literatures has pre-approved this program for fulfilling Spanish major/minor requirements while abroad.
To learn more, visit the M-Compass brochure: https://mcompass.umich.edu/_portal/tds-program-brochure?programid=10784

The AI Sandbox is launching a new series of Showcases, short, structured sessions that demonstrate established AI tools through live examples. Each Showcase combines a guided demo with opportunities for participants to follow along on their own devices, focusing on what the tool does, when it is appropriate to use, and how to interpret its outputs. Attendance is limited and requires registration to support an interactive, group-based format.

In this lecture, Jina Kim will discuss her new book, Care at the End of the World: Dreaming of Infrastructure in Crip-of-Color Writing (Duke UP 2025), which demonstrates why we need radical disability politics and aesthetics for navigating contemporary crises of care. She will also debut some new work on the politics and poetics of crip-of-color friendship, and discuss the forms of relation and care that emerge because of--not despite--disability.
Care at the End of the World brings a disability lens to bear on feminist, queer, and crip-of-color writing following major US welfare reform, which passed in 1996. Looking to authors such as Octavia Butler, Jesmyn Ward, Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha, and Aurora Levins Morales, Kim examines how this body of literature grapples with the disabling effects of state austerity measures and interrupts dominant narratives about who deserves care. She calls forward the critiques and possibilities in their literary representations of infrastructure, honoring the imaginative work that these writers do to envision alternative infrastructural arrangements in a world that refuses to support them.

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.

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.

https://umich.zoom.us/j/93849579627?jst=3

Come celebrate the progress Engineering orgs have made to make their teams more effective, inclusive, and equitable! Grab some snacks and bring new ideas and insights back to your team!
Stop by for 15 minutes anytime during the event to eat and leave a few notes for other orgs celebrating their work. Information about how orgs have improved their effectiveness, culture, and community will be posted around the room. Additional opportunities to share your own best practices and capture new ideas to share with your organization will also be available.
Space is limited: each organization can bring up to 3 total members. Reserve your spot by completing this RSVP. We hope to see you there!

Engendering Respectful Communities (ERC) is a one session workshop that engages graduate students in meaningful dialogue about various forms of sexual misconduct they may encounter in both professional and social spaces, and provides resources for intervention or support in such circumstances.
The primary goal of the workshop is to address complexities experienced by graduate students as they engage in bystander intervention, so that participants gain an increase in awareness of barriers to action and familiarity with strategic planning to overcome them. The workshop also introduces participants to on-campus resources and provides knowledge on how sexual misconduct can unfold in graduate-specific settings.
The ERC workshop uses small-group circles intended to promote active reflection and space to build community. The procedure of circles is introduced at the beginning of the workshop in order to help participants get used to the process, which they do through a circle for introductions and value-sharing for the workshop space. These circles depict various, realistic scenarios related to sexual misconduct within the graduate community. The circle process allows circle members to process the monologues, reflect on complexities with identity and power dynamics within them, name potential barriers to intervention, and think of various ways in which they might respond if faced with similar situations. The circles provide a way to foster collective building of ideas, where participants learn from one another and all input is equally valued. Participants are encouraged to share but can always pass if desired, creating an environment where participation is open but not forced. Due to the participatory nature of the workshop, if you are to arrive more than 20 minutes late, we will ask you to re-register for another workshop session.
If you have any questions about or concerns with taking this workshop, or are in need of an exemption, please contact jhippe@umich.edu or fill out this form. We know some students come to campus having already experienced harm. If you have circumstances that make completing this course challenging, please reach out to the GROPWE team. SAPAC GROWE provides exemptions to the ERC workshop (where requirements are set in place) on a case by case basis. The Program Manager will communicate with students requesting exemptions via email and/or meet with students via zoom meetings to discuss their need for exemptions and provide any relevant and necessary resources.

Dinners for Democracy are nonpartisan presentations and small group discussions on topics students care about, hosted by the student organization, Turn Up Turnout (TUT). Free dinner is provided! Participants can expect to gain a deeper knowledge of the issue and an opportunity to discuss their thoughts, information about how their vote in local offices can affect the issue, and additional resources they can use to learn more.
Voting in local elections is extremely powerful as it influences policies related to public services you use daily as well as the housing options available to you. In Ann Arbor local politics, student voices are underrepresented meaning that student needs and priorities are not always reflected in policy outcomes. In this D4D we’ll be discussing why you should choose to participate in local elections, how to register to vote, and provide information about the important upcoming primaries.

Join us for an unforgettable Open Mic Night—an evening where creativity takes center stage and every voice matters. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or stepping up to the mic for the first time, this is your space to share poetry, music, comedy, storytelling, or anything in between.
Expect a welcoming, laid-back atmosphere filled with good energy, supportive listeners, and a diverse lineup of local talent. Bring your friends, grab a seat, and enjoy a night of authentic expression and community connection.
Performance order will be determined at the event with a sign-up sheet, performances are asked to be under 10 minutes to allow everyone a chance to participate!
Come perform, come listen, or just come vibe—we can’t wait to see what you bring to the mic. Light refreshments will be provided!

Come join us to learn more about food insecurity and Maize and Blue Cupboard! Attendees will have the opportunity to hear from a panel of experts in food insecurity, learn more about the MBC’s impact at the University of Michigan, decorate reusable tote bags, and enjoy refreshments.

Imagine that you're at a disco awaiting a show from your favorite performer when suddenly, news spreads of a flash flood. The club is on a hill and participants inside are safe, but some of the facilities are impacted and it's unclear when people will be able to leave. The people at the club band together, using the available resources at the club and their creative problem-solving skills to survive. Part escape room and part immersive theater, this event invites participants to engage in a series of absurd artistic challenges to build skills and relationships for resilience in an uncertain climate future.

We prefer that all attendees register via sessions, but we can help you make a reservation for a group if you email sustainability.cos@umich.edu

Supporting the Washtenaw County Advisory Council on Reparations
Join University of Michigan students and faculty from the Rackham Reparative Justice Research Group as they showcase research projects in history, political science, education, climate science, public policy, and social work. The projects collectively offer a more complex and wide-ranging view of historical and present-day systemic harms to Black residents in Washtenaw County and point the way to potential pathways for repair, justice, and opportunity today and in the future.

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 rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu to see if we can accommodate your attendance. Brought to you by the University Career Center, in partnership with Rackham Graduate School.

Support your fellow students' work at the Shapiro Student Filmfest! Treat yourself to light refreshments and watch short films created by U-M students.

Film information will be added here as submissions come in! To submit your film, email tmgala@umich.edu with the subject line “2026 U-M Library Student Filmfest”. Please include:
The name of your filmThe name of the directorA brief description (max. 3 sentences)A link to access the filmAny content warningsSubmission deadline: March 26, 2026 at 11:59 PM

Current film list:
1. Roots Letter by Qingfang Liu
This documentary explores family heritage through the memories and growth of three generations. Driven by curiosity about the older generation, the artist uses photographs, clothing, objects, and language to piece together the family’s history. Beginning with a case study of the artist’s grandmother, the work reflects the struggles and growth shared by many families.

Join us on April 10 from 12:45 PM to ~6:00 PM for UMSI’s In-Person Visit Day! This event is a great opportunity to explore the school, connect with faculty, staff, and current students, and get a firsthand look at the resources, programs, and experiences that shape life at UMSI.

We are excited to announce that OptiMize and NPTCG will be partnering to host Winter 2026 Recharge Events this semester! Please join us on Friday, April 10 from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the LSA Multipurpose Room for our OptiMize/NPTCG Recharge event!
These events are designed to create a welcoming and supportive space for non-traditional students (those 24-years or older; returning to education after a significant break; part-time students; those balancing education with other significant life responsibilities such as being a parent/guardian/caretaker; nontraditional completion of high school education; military veteran; or was in the foster-care system 13-years old or older, experiencing home insecurity or family structure) and post-traditional students (those who might have started their academic journey later in life) while they pursue their education at U-M.
If you identity with any one of these identities, this event is a great chance to:
Relax and recharge with calming activities
Enjoy free food and swag
Meet and connect with fellow non- and post-traditional students
Learn about OptiMize and resources available to support your journey at U-M
Whether you are a current NPTCG member or if this is your first semester at LSA and looking for a community to call your own, we are here for you. So, no matter your path to U-M, we want to build a space that supports your success and offers you a place to belong. You are also welcome to bring guests to this event, such as partners, kids (no matter their age or interruption ability), or family members! We hope you’ll join us for a night of relaxation and connection!

The Central Student Government (CSG) will host Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib (MI-12) and Mayor of Dearborn, Abdullah Hammoud, two Arab American leaders in public service for a conversation on identity, representation, and pathways to civic leadership. The discussion will examine historical exclusion, highlight Arab American contributions to public life in the United States, and consider strategies to increase Arab American youth participation in public service.

Check out the local arts scene and meet new people!
Art Meetups are student-led excursions to explore the arts on campus and in Ann Arbor - all while giving you a chance to meet your peers who share similar interests! From local artist markets to performances to hands on artmaking, Art Meetups have something for all interests.

Lunar Doula Support Network is hosting a 5k fun run/walk fundraiser on April 11th on North Campus to support a local organization, Birth Detroit, that works towards reproductive justice. Birth Detroit is a community birth center that works towards safe, equitable, and culturally relevant healthcare for all. Currently in search for volunteers, student organizations, and participants for fun run/walk. Volunteers will help guide runners along the route and help with various other tasks. Student organizations will hold a table in the Grove to host an activity centered around your club’s values and reproductive justice. Participants can complete these activities throughout the event and also participate in the fun run/walk.

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.

Join us at Skatin Station in Canton for a fun evening with friends and classmates!

Pizza and skate rentals will be included! Carpooling will be arranged closer to the date.

The collaboration event with the Detroit Chinatown Committee will center on a discussion on their initiative to develop a new Pan-Asian neighborhood in Detroit. The conversation will feature a panel of DCVC committee members to share their insights into the vision, goals and significance of the project. The panel discussion will be followed by a brief Q&A session and opportunity for attendees to connect with community members before the screening of Big Fight in Little Chinatown. Food and drinks will be provided.

Common Understandings: Workshops are sessions focused on learning more about a particular topic and may be led by members of the Stamps community or external experts.

With emerging societal divisions and reshaped university policies on academic freedom, inclusivity, and dialogue, Jewish and Muslim students, faculty, and staff are facing increasing polarization, hostility, and institutional challenges. This symposium seeks to reframe these tensions by exploring the deep, intertwined histories of Jewish and Muslim communities—histories marked by both collaboration and conflict. By drawing on these shared pasts, we aim to develop strategies that foster inclusivity, combat racism, and reduce ethnic and religious intolerance in academic spaces.

The symposium will consist of four sessions that focus on Judeo-Muslim Entanglements in the Middle Ages; Jewish-Muslim Life in the Present; Interrogating Islamophobia, Anti-Semitism, and Anti-Blackness; and Zionism and the Christian Right. The papers presented in the symposium will be developed into short book chapters that will be published as an edited volume (anticipated as a contribution to the "Darom: Global Self-Perspectives in Jewish Studies" series at Wayne State University Press). The editors will be Mostafa Hussein, Bryan K. Roby, Adi Saleem, and Rebecca Wollenberg.

Each year, during National Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week, the Rackham Graduate School joins universities from across the country to host events designed to support and recognize graduate students. The week is aimed at highlighting the great contributions and high value that graduate and professional students bring to our community. This year’s events feature great food, networking, wellness activities, professional development, and a chance to relax with therapy dogs. Join us for a week of celebration and connection!

The Poetry & Poetics Workshop is a Rackham Interdisciplinary Workshop committed to providing a forum in which faculty and graduate students can exchange works-in-progress and explore recent work in the fields of poetry and poetics. For more information, please visit our website. If you have any questions, please contact Renee Wehrle (rewehrle@umich.edu) or Kelly Wenzka (kwenzka@umich.edu.).

AC100


Learn about the various funds that make up the university's general ledger. This is an introductory course on Fund Accounting and Chartfields at the University of Michigan.

Agenda:

Chartfield Structure Overview

Income Statement and Balance Sheet Overview

Expenses/Revenues Overview

PLEASE NOTE: There will be no classes scheduled for June and July, due to peak year-end processing for the Accounting Customer Service team.

Join us for the ISPE End-of-Semester Networking & Research Workshop, a closing event designed to bring together students and researchers interested in pharmacoepidemiology, real-world evidence, and data science.
This event provides a platform to:
Connect with peers in a relaxed and engaging environment
Explore applications of AI-assisted research and coding
Exchange ideas and discuss ongoing or future research projects
Event components include:
Networking & social gathering
AI-assisted coding demonstration and discussion
Open research exchange and collaboration opportunities
Whether you are actively working on research or simply interested in learning more, this event offers a welcoming space to engage with the ISPE community. Light refreshments will be provided.

Rackham Student Government (RSG) invites all U-M graduate & professional students from Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint to explain the core idea of their research and its significance in a 3 Minute Thesis (3MT) with a general audience in mind.

The final (in-person) round will take place at the Rackham Amphitheatre from 6:30–8 PM. All finalists will present their 3MT to a panel of judges. Winners of the RSG 3MT Competition will be awarded with a prize, and refreshments will be provided in the Assembly Hall from 8–9PM.

The U-M Fraternity & Sorority Life Awards Night is a celebration of the outstanding contributions, leadership, and accomplishments of members of fraternities and sororities here at the University of Michigan. The event recognizes individuals and chapters who have demonstrated excellence in areas such as academics, community service, leadership, social media, philanthropy and overall impact on the campus and local community. The night serves as an opportunity to honor those who embody the values of fraternity and sorority life, fostering a spirit of camaraderie, service, and academic success. It also provides a platform for members to reflect on their growth, share achievements, and inspire future involvement in Fraternity & Sorority Life.

Event begins at 6:45, including light refreshments, including vegan and vegetarian options, will be available. See you there!
Attire: Snappy Casual
*Please only bring up to 5 representatives from your chapter*
This does not include council executives, or nominated individuals for awards

The Neurodiversity Project will be hosting the 3rd Annual Beautiful Minds Conference on April 14, 2026. This year's theme "Elevating Neurodivergent Voices, and Supporting Mental Health, Well-being and Belonging" is designed to provide an opportunity to hear directly from the neurodivergent community and will include University of Michigan faculty, clinicians, staff and student voices, as they share their lived experiences, challenges and success. We will explore pathways that seed cultural transformation as we focus on our commitment of building a neuro-inclusive and neuro-affirming campus.

Registration Tips
When you arrive at the registration options (at the bottom of this page), scroll to the bottom of the page and click Show All. This will expand the options and you will be able to select breakout sessions and activities. Make sure you click on register for process the registration.
If you need to make changes, simply sign back in and edit your registration profile.

Registration Fee for In Person Only - $25.00 per attendee (non-refundable)
The registration fee enables us to host a sustainable conference and ensure attendance. Please note that the fee is non-refundable.

No Registration Fee for Students

Shortcode Payments for Individual
If you are paying via a shortcode, please enter your shortcode. If you are a volunteer you will be provided a code to enter during the registration process.
Shortcode Payments for Groups
If you are paying via a shortcode, please submit shortcode and all participant(s) details using the Registration Payment (Shortcode) form.

Credit Card Payments - Step-by-step Instructions
If you are paying with a credit card, please process your payment following the steps below:
Go to Pay by Credit Card
Select the “Pay Now” button
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On the, “Are you paying with a credit card that is linked to an International Billing Address” select the appropriate “YES” or “NO”.
For those that selected “YES”, please click here for further instructions.
For those that selected “NO”, proceed to the next screen and enter your “Email Address”
Next, enter your “Phone Number”
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Submit your payment.
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Registration Deadline for In Person Attendees
Your registration and payment must be received prior to the deadline of April 7, 2026. If you register and your payment is not received and confirmed, your registration will be cancelled.

Registration Deadline for Virtual Attendees
Your registration must be received prior to the deadline of April 12, 2026.


Registration Fee Waiver
We understand that some may be facing financial hardship and we do not want a financial burden to discourage attendance. Our goal is to host a conference that is accessible to all and free of barriers, including financial barriers. If you need assistance with the registration fee, please reach out to Sandy Zalmout

Help Us Make Beautiful Minds Even Brighter!!!
As we reflect on the transformative impact of the Beautiful Minds Conference and the Neurodiversity Project, we know none of this would be possible without the unwavering backing of university departments and generous sponsors. We are grateful to be part of a community that believes in our mission and helps us build a neuro-inclusive, neuro-affirming culture and environment. Your support is absolutely vital! Contributions ensure that the Beautiful Minds Conference remains free or low cost, open and barrier free for all attendees. That means more voices elevated, more minds celebrated, and greater opportunity for connection, learning and belonging. Join us in transforming lives, advancing mental health and well-being, and sustaining events that build community.

Ready to help?
Donate today and be part of a movement that is opening doors and minds to a brighter future for neurodivergent students, staff, educators and allies. Donate Here or contact Sandy Zalmout at Neurodiversity.Project@umich.edu.

Thank you for making Beautiful Minds possible for everyone!!!

This is a full day Tableau training covering:
Connecting to and preparing dataBuilding visualizationsAnalyzation techniquesDashboard buildingPublishing and sharing dashboardsVisualization best practices

(Previously HEC 116)
This training will provide a high-level overview of the J-1 Exchange Visitor Program and an introduction to key responsibilities for UM units hosting a J-1 Exchange Visitor, both before and after the Exchange Visitor’s arrival.
About the J-1 program:
A J-1 Scholar is a visiting researcher, professor, or specialist from a country outside of the United States who has been approved to enter the United States for a specific purpose and for a limited amount of time. The J-1 Exchange Visitor Program is administered by the U.S. Department of State (DOS) for the express purpose of promoting international educational exchange of expertise and stimulating collaborative teaching and research efforts.  Exchange is truly at the core of the program and based on this philosophy and directive.
Topics Discussed:

Visa and Immigration OverviewHow to Request a DS-2019 for a visiting scholarScholar Request FormsMandatory Immigration Check InInternational Center Services
More information and FAQ’s on the J-1 scholar program at UM:

https://internationalcenter.umich.edu/departments/overview-j1-exchange-visitor-program

AC200

Learn about Revenue and Expense types and Journal entries at the University of Michigan.

Agenda:
Revenue Types
Expense Types
Journal Entries


PLEASE NOTE: There will be no classes scheduled for June and July, due to peak year-end processing for the Accounting Customer Service team.

The Personal Statement Workshop is open to all interested University of Michigan students and alumni. The workshop will help students gain a better understanding of the mechanics of the law school personal statement. It is designed to give insight into the brainstorming, drafting, and editing phases of the process.

Sponsored by the Rackham Partnerships for Access, Community, and Excellence (PACE) team, the PACE Fellowship recognizes accomplished doctoral students and faculty mentors who have demonstrated commitment to program climate and student success. Join this workshop to learn more about the PACE Fellowship and how to navigate the application process.

This is an information session for current students at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor campus who are graduating in Winter 2026. This is an opportunity to pursue a masters degree in a shortened 1.5 year timeline.
The University of Michigan’s Accelerated Master’s Degree Program (AMDP) in Information lets high-achieving undergraduates earn a Master of Science in Information (MSI) faster than usual. Students can enter either as Information majors—adding one extra year—or from other majors, completing the degree in about three academic terms.
The program focuses on advanced technical skills with a human-centered approach and maintains strong academic rigor, hands-on learning, and career preparation. It’s open to students from any major and offers four specialization pathways: Big Data Analytics, Libraries/Archives, User-Centered Agile Development, and User Experience Research and Design.
Key benefits include saving money on tuition and entering the workforce sooner with a master’s-level salary. To qualify, students must be on track to graduate from U-M and have at least a 3.2 GPA at the time of application.

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

In this program, any student part of a student organization can come to learn more about different leadership skills to help lead a student org!