All Sessions

Empowerment Self-Defense - (physical workshop) The empowerment self- defense class will explore the culture of violence, and teach concrete but practical effective skills for personal safety and physical self defense in a wide variety of contexts. Participants will be able to: understand how situational awareness can deter or prevent an attack, use verbal skills for assertive communication, evade and set boundaries (verbal & physical), use practical options to make ourselves more comfortable when uncomfortable situations occur, recognize and interrupt unwanted behavior when in social situations, interpersonal/intimate relationships as well as interactions with strangers.

Mentorship is often framed as a one-way transfer of knowledge, but in reality, it is a dynamic, reciprocal process. Additionally, postdocs and graduate students often serve in a dual capacity with roles as a mentor and mentee. This mentorship retreat examines mentorship as a practice that requires reflection and skill-building from both sides of the relationship. We will talk strategies and best practices about what it means to balance being both a mentor and a mentee in a research environment.

A complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided.

An in-person workshop to learn how to build a Maizey for your unit.

Join UM WISE and our partners from the Science Learning Center and Newnan Pre-Health Advising for this career-oriented part of the Thriving in STEM series.
Come for a workshop designed to help you turn your skills, interests, and values into a career. You'll learn to identify fields and roles that are right for you and walk away with three potential post-grad job options.

Ever wondered what our students experience every day? Now’s your chance! Join your fellow staff from across the college for a special Science Demo Show on November 13th, 10-11am, in Room 170, Weiser Hall.
For one lively hour, step into your students’ shoes and get a front-row seat to the fun, curiosity, and excitement they enjoy in the classroom. Our high-energy presenters will wow you with amazing live experiments and invite you to become part of the action—no lab coat required! Whether you’re a science buff or just looking for some midday excitement, this is the show for you.
Space is limited, so secure your spot! Please RSVP so we know you’ll be joining us.
Don’t miss out—come curious and leave amazed! Mark your calendar, bring your sense of wonder, and see what the students see every day!


This event is for staff only. Any UM staff are welcome to attend!

This information session is an opportunity for graduate students to ask questions and learn more about the Community Engaged Course Design Workshop facilitated by staff at Rackham and the Ginsberg Center for Community Service Learning. After sharing information about the workshop, the session will include time to connect informally with students who have previously participated in the workshop over lunch. Lunch will be provided to those who register in advance.

The Community Engaged Course Design Workshop is a semester-long professional development workshop for graduate students from any discipline interested in learning how to design and teach a community engaged learning course for undergraduate students. During the program, students explore the theoretical foundations, ethical implications, and practice of community engaged teaching in order to design a course and syllabus, rooted in their field of study, for undergraduates to participate in community engaged learning. You can learn more and apply on our website.

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 workshop supports master's students, doctoral students, post-doctoral students, and post-bachelor students, especially those who identify as student caregivers and veterans or active military.


Please email the Rackham Professional Development team at rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu with any questions.

Join us at the School of Public Health to network and learn more about international internships and research completed by master's and doctoral students during the summer of 2026 at the annual Global Public Health Poster Session.

Join various International Education units on campus to celebrate International Education Week 2026!Feel free to register for one or both of these events to join us in celebrating study abroad, international internships, and international students here at the University of Michigan. :)

These events are organized by the Center for Global & Intercultural Study, Global Engagement — Office of the Provost, the International Institute, International Programs in Engineering, Ross Global Initiatives, and the International Center.

Service Opportunity: Cass Community Social Services
October 3, 2026 | 12:00–5:00 PM
Join RSSL for an afternoon of service with Cass Community Social Services in Detroit. Together, students will support an organization dedicated to meeting immediate needs while creating pathways toward long-term stability through food assistance, affordable housing, job training, and community-building initiatives. This hands-on service experience invites students to put compassion into action, deepen their understanding of social justice, and build meaningful connections with one another while serving the broader Detroit community.
Transportation will be provided from the University of Michigan, making it easy for students to participate. Whether you're looking to give back, meet new people, or learn more about community engagement, all are welcome to join us.

Research rarely moves in a straight line. Experiments change, priorities compete, collaborators have different timelines, and unexpected results can reshape the plan entirely. Yet researchers are still responsible for keeping complex projects moving forward.
Research in Motion is a two-part professional development series designed to help graduate students and postdoctoral fellows apply practical project-management approaches to the realities of biomedical research. Participants will explore strategies for planning and prioritizing work, coordinating projects, communicating progress, adapting when plans change, and using emerging technologies responsibly.
The series connects day-to-day research challenges with transferable professional competencies—including project management, communication, collaboration, strategic planning, documentation, and professional judgment—that are valuable across careers in academia, industry, government, and other sectors.
Participants may attend either session independently or attend both to build a broader toolkit for managing research projects effectively.
If you have any questions, please reach out Dr. Ioannis Chremos (ichremos@umich.edu)

The University Career Center is excited to host representatives from the Gregory S. Fehribach Center, which supports students with physical disabilities, including mobility, visual, hearing, and orthopedic disabilities.
Gregory S. Fehribach Center in Indianapolis exists to promote economic independence and equitable employment for college students throughout the Midwest with physical disabilities (mobility, visual, hearing, & orthopedic). The foundation of the Fehribach Center is an internship program that connects students with employers in the Indianapolis area for paid internships in fields related to their academic majors and career interests. To this point, 305 students have participated in 612 internships. These students have come from 49 different colleges and have interned at 61 employers, including Eskenazi Health, Eli Lilly, Cummins, Republic Airways, the Indiana Pacers, and Christel House International. In addition to the internship, housing and transportation assistance is provided as needed, along with impactful professional development opportunities throughout the summer.
The Fehribach Center’s most recent annual report gives much more information about its work. The attached flyer can be shared with students and provides details about internships and the process to apply. Please email Fehribach Center staff members Larry Markle or Carlos Taylor with questions you may have about the Fehribach Center.

The University Career Center (UCC) is located in the Student Activities Building (SAB) at the University of Michigan. Visitors can use the tool to find the building and get accessible route information: University Career Center (UCC) Student Activities Building (UMICH) Wayfinding Tool

Collaboration with GitHub is designed for researchers who work with code and have a basic understanding of git. Participants will gain fluency in the GitHub ecosystem, with examples of how to use GitHub’s built-in features to track tasks, set milestones, conduct reviews, and streamline collaboration.

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.

Preparing to apply to the University of Michigan Master of Science in Information (MSI) program? This application-focused session will guide you through the application process and help you understand what is required to submit a complete application.

We’ll review application requirements, required materials, important deadlines, and other key steps in the process. You’ll also have an opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance from a member of the UMSI admissions team.
Students who attend a live session will receive an application fee waiver following the presentation.

This session is designed for prospective students who are preparing to apply or want a closer look at the application process. For a broader introduction to the field of information, the MSI program, student experience, and career pathways, prospective students are encouraged to attend an Explore the MSI session.
All listed Apply to the MSI sessions feature the same presentation and are offered at different times for your convenience

Is procrastination starting to set in? Feeling a little anxious? Join the Anxiety & Procrastination wellness group to hear from students who can relate and learn some skills to cope. Also you get free lunch!

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.

The Master's Career Pathways Series helps master's 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.

If you have any questions, please reach out Dr. Ioannis Chremos (ichremos@umich.edu)

Rackham’s public scholarship programs are designed to help graduate students like you to develop the experience and knowledge necessary to lead collaborative research, teaching, and creative projects with community partners and organizations beyond the university through workshops, funding, and resources.

Are you curious to learn more about any of the four core public scholarship programs Rackham offers, including the Institute for Social Change, the Rackham Doctoral Intern Fellowship program, the Rackham Public Scholarship Grant program, or the Community Engaged Course Design Workshop? Then this info & speed mentoring session is for you!

In the first part of the session, Rackham staff will briefly introduce each of the four programs, outlining how they can help you become a more community engaged scholar and educator.

During the second part, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and talk directly with program alumni. In two rounds of speed-mentoring conversations in small breakout rooms, alumni of the program you are most interested in will share with you a bit more about their experience in the program and how it contributed to their career trajectory in and beyond graduate school.

You will be able to ask alumni any questions you might have regarding the programs, their career paths, and current work. These might include questions about the application process, navigating conversations with your advisor, or connecting your program experience to your scholarship and other professional development opportunities at Michigan.

The 90-minute info & speed mentoring session will take place on Tuesday, November 17, from 12 to 1:30 pm via Zoom. After an initial 10-15 minutes of information sharing, the remainder of the session is reserved for two rounds of speed-mentoring conversations depending on your interests. Students are welcome to join one or two breakouts as their schedule allows. If you are curious, you can find out more about the invited alumni in this overview.

Staff will reach out to registered participants at least two weeks prior to the event with a form for participants to sign up for up to two mentoring breakouts they would like to attend.

We hope to see you on November 17! If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to get in touch with the Rackham Program in Public Scholarship team at rackpublicscholarship@umich.edu.
If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to get in touch with the Rackham Program in Public Scholarship team at rackpublicscholarship@umich.edu.

Lunch with the Rackham Deans | 2026–2027Want to connect with Rackham leadership? Join the Rackham Student Government (RSG) for our Lunch with the Deans series!
This is an opportunity for graduate students to meet the Rackham Deans, share their experiences, ask questions, and engage in open conversations about graduate student life at the University of Michigan.
RSG will host four in-person events throughout the 2026–2027 academic year on Central and North Campus.
Fall 2026North Campus — Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Central Campus — Monday, November 23, 2026
Winter 2027North Campus — Tuesday, February 9, 2027
Central Campus — Tuesday, February 16, 2027
Have a question for the Deans?We encourage all graduate students to participate! Whether you have questions, feedback, or simply want to get to know Rackham leadership, we welcome your voice.
Unable to attend? You can still share your questions with the Deans by emailing rsg-exec@umich.edu or submitting them through the RSVP form.
RSVP is highly encouraged. We look forward to seeing you there!

Preparing to apply to the University of Michigan Master of Health Informatics (MHI) program? This application-focused session will guide you through the application process and help you understand what is required to submit a complete application.
We’ll review application requirements, required materials, important deadlines, and other key steps in the process. You’ll also have an opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance from a member of the UMSI admissions team.
Students who attend a live session will receive an application fee waiver following the presentation.
This session is designed for prospective students who are preparing to apply or want a closer look at the application process. For a broader introduction to the field of information, the MHI program, student experience, and career pathways, prospective students are encouraged to attend an Explore the MHI session.
All listed Apply to the MHI sessions feature the same presentation and are offered at different times for your convenience

The workshops aim is to
teach participants situational awareness and prevention skills to leave them
better equipped to deal with everything from harassment to potentially violent
people to sexual assault. Participants will take part in verbal exercises,
physical drills and discussion.

Today's topics will include Earth’s Place in the Universe and Patterns on Earth. Please be sure to arrive on time around 11AM!

Estabrook Elementary is having us fill out an online volunteer form. The link to the form can be found here: https://app.informedk12.com/link_campaigns/ycs-volunteer-release-form?token=J5kcUqmg12wpECLCo9Nif1kt

Kelly Maxwell, College of LSA

[Open to Faculty and Staff]
Step back in time and look out into the cosmos! Built in 1854, the historic Detroit Observatory is the University of Michigan’s oldest scientific facility and a newly reimagined space where history, astronomy, and cutting-edge digital exhibits meet.
Join Observatory experts for a guided journey through Michigan’s history, written in the stars. Whether you are a space enthusiast, history technology buff, or curious visitor, this tour offers a rare look at the instruments and ideas that shaped modern astronomy in America.

Highlights!
Historic Telescopes: View the original 1857 Fitz Refractor telescope and the Meridian Circle telescope in their authentic historic domes.
Interactive & Digital Exhibits: Discover the stories of 19th-century astronomers, midwestern science, and campus life through modern multimedia installations in the new classroom and exhibition spaces.
Campus & Astronomy History: Learn how the Observatory played a key role in the early development of the University of Michigan and scientific research.
✨ New Exhibit: "Fill the Ranks": The Civil War and the University of Michigan
Details:
Location: Judy and Stanley Frankel Detroit Observatory 1398 E. Ann Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 (Entrance on Observatory Street)Please meet in the lobby of the Observatory, off Observatory Street. Admission: Free!Time Slot: November 18, 2026 at 3PMParking & Transportation: Parking is available in surrounding U-M campus structures and near University Hospital (E. Ann St. & Observatory St.)

Our goal at WISE is to see students succeed in pursuit of their STEM degrees and careers. One of the biggest ways to positively impact student success is through community! Join us for dinner, crafts, and a chance to make new friends, expand you U-M network, and build STEM community, hosted by our student mentors.
(Choose the event below that best suits your schedule! We run the same event two nights in a row to give more students the opportunity to participate.)



STEM equity for everyone needs everyone! WISE programming is open to all students regardless of sex, gender, or gender identity.

The University of Michigan School of Public Health Public Health Practice & Global Engagement team has organized a series of events over two days to bring our Grenadian partners to campus for a reciprocal, practice-oriented exchange. This is in collaboration with the Public Health Action Support Team, Region V Public Health Training Center, School of Information Engaged Learning Office, LSA Center for Latin American and Caribbean Studies, School of Nursing Office of Global Affairs, Center for Global Health Equity, and Office of the Provost Global Engagement Team.

You are welcome to join us for all or part of the event, depending on your role. Please click on each event below for more information.

This workshop will explore the many transferable skills you have gained during graduate school and how to translate these skills to the non-academic job market. We’ll review transferable skills employers value (e.g., collaboration, critical thinking, project management) and discuss the types of graduate school experiences where you may have honed these skills. You will have time to reflect on your unique experiences and articulate the transferable skills gained from them. To get the most out of the session, please review this worksheet and come prepared with questions and/or experiences to share. 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.

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.

We're looking forward to having you onboard! This is for trips from campus to DTW before Thanksgiving Break. Trips cost $13, and will be billed to your student account.

If your plans change, please make sure to cancel 36 hours before departure to avoid charges.

Looking for a trip back? Just show up at our airport stops! We don't take reservations for trips back. Check out the schedules on our website.

By booking, you agree to the terms of our Contract of Carriage, including our cancellation policy.

Looking for Winter Break registration?: https://myumi.ch/399WV

Negotiation is something that many people feel unprepared for, especially during the job search process. We'll talk through the steps involved in salary negotiation, as well as negotiation tips that can be utilized in other contexts. Bring your questions, as there will be plenty of time for questions and answers. This event is intended to be interactive and therefore a recording will not be available.

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

This program is a response to recent data the Center for Campus Involvement collected that showed that student organization leadership transition primarily occur in December and April. The goal is to provide a one-stop-shop for information and resources that new student leaders will utilize as they operate their organization on campus.

The event is a drop in style format where campus partners will be stationed at tables in the IdeaHub handing out resources about how they support student organizations. Students will be able to visit tables, network with other student leaders and get free food and swag.

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 productRecognize the 8 types of unnecessary activities or 'waste' and get good at noticing them when they happenRealize why it's important to go right to where the problem happens and ask open questions to get more informationUnderstand the four-step method of Plan-Do-Check-Adjust, which is a tested way to solve problemsLearn how Organizational Excellence can support you and your teamSession length: 2 hours

Eric Aiken, Office of Vice Provost Sustainability and Climate Action

The workshops aim is to teach participants situational
awareness and prevention skills to leave them better equipped to deal with
everything from harassment to potentially violent people to sexual assault.
Participants will take part in verbal exercises, physical drills with strike pads and discussion.

Today's topics will include Spheres on Earth and Interactions Between Spheres on Earth. Please arrive on time around 11AM!

Estabrook Elementary is having us fill out an online volunteer form. The link to the form can be found here: https://app.informedk12.com/link_campaigns/ycs-volunteer-release-form?token=J5kcUqmg12wpECLCo9Nif1kt

This program is designed to help participants identify their workplace needs for professional success, develop a communication plan for those needs, and identify the right time, place, and manner to convey those needs. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on their needs and collaborate with each other to develop their individual communication plans.

Our goal at WISE is to see students succeed in pursuit of their STEM degrees and careers. One of the biggest ways to positively impact student success is through community! Join us for dinner, crafts, and a chance to make new friends, expand you U-M network, and build STEM community, hosted by our student mentors.
(Choose the event below that best suits your schedule! We run the same event two nights in a row to give more students the opportunity to participate.)



STEM equity for everyone needs everyone! WISE programming is open to all students regardless of sex, gender, or gender identity.

We're looking forward to having you onboard! This is for trips from campus to DTW before Winter Break. Trips cost $13, and will be billed to your student account.

If your plans change, please make sure to cancel 36 hours before departure to avoid charges.

Looking for a trip back? Just show up at our airport stops! We don't take reservations for trips back. Check out the schedules on our website.

By booking, you agree to the terms of our Contract of Carriage, including our cancellation policy.

Have questions about UMSI graduate programs or the admissions process? Drop into this informal virtual Q&A to connect with a member of the UMSI admissions team and get the information you need.
Students who attend a live session will receive an application fee waiver following the event.

Unlike our Explore and Apply sessions, this event does not include a formal presentation. Instead, the time is dedicated to answering your questions about program options, curriculum, the student experience, application requirements and materials, deadlines, or anything else related to UMSI.

Whether you’re just beginning to explore UMSI, preparing your application, or deciding on your next steps, you’re welcome to join at any point during the session and ask questions.

1 session on January 9, 2026

In Person: This program is offered yearly for U-M Student Life staff free of charge. Motivational Interviewing (MI) is a terrific tool for helping people change behavior. It's especially helpful for medical staff (lifestyle changes and medication adherence), therapists/counselors for behavior change to support mental health, faculty (a way to communicate with students about classwork), and academic, leadership, and wellness coaches. Its use is being expanded to Student Life advisers, supervisors, and more. Learn basic, foundational skills for MI, including spirit (Compassion, Acceptance, Partnership, Evocation), OARS (open questions, affirmations, reflections, summaries), identifying and responding to change talk, and a brief overview of discord (if time permits). There will be plenty of practice in "real plays" (you get to work on your own behavior changes that you are ambivalent about--so bring a couple of behaviors you would like to change). While you won't be an expert at MI when you are done, you will be able to start the practice, move forward in your skills, and know how to improve. Please only register if you can attend all of the training dates, as each day builds on prior sessions. All Fridays, all in person, 9 am to 2:30 pm with a 30 minutes lunch break (bring your own lunch or order in).

* Friday, January 8, 9-2:30, location University Health Service (UHS), Meeting Rooms 1&2

* Friday, January 15, 9-2:30, UHS, Meeting Rooms 1&2

* Friday, January 22, 9-2:30,UHS, Meeting Rooms 1&2

* Friday, January 29, 9-2:30,UHS, Meeting Rooms 1&2

** For non-Student Life staff there is a $300 charge for the 20 hours of training. Student Life staff, please note that there may be a $25 charge to your department if there is no cancellation at least three days before the training begins or if you no-show on the first day.**