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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.

ATTENTION: Sign up for Group Advising only if you meet the following requirements:



You have already narrowed down your study abroad options and UNSW is your top choice.You are planning to submit your UNSW application for Winter 2026
If you are still comparing programs or exploring your options, you may benefit more from meeting with an IPE peer advisor or scheduling a 1:1 advising appointment with the UNSW Advisor prior to the group advising appointment.

This instructor-led, hands-on training session covers the process of preparing and submitting proposals using the eResearch Proposal Management (eRPM) system, including Grants.gov to create and edit a Proposal Approval Form (PAF).

Register today to tour the Mcity Test Facility at the University of Michigan!

Mcity is an interdisciplinary public-private partnership bringing together industry, government, and academia to transform mobility. As part of the U-M Transportation Research Institute Mcity helps advance safe and efficient transportation and mobility solution for the benefit of society. This tour covers what the Mcity Test Facility is, how it is being used, and an opportunity to learn all about the innovative technology that is part of the one-of-a-kind rigorous testing that is completed here.

This tour is open to U-M Staff & Faculty who consider themselves part of the greater technology community at U-MTours take 1 hour and there is a limit of 50 participants per tour.The entire tour takes place outside on paved surfaces with gravel parking areas. Meeting Spot: The Mcity Test Facility is located at 2909 Baxter Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48109. Once you are on Huron Parkway turn onto Baxter Road and there will be signs to guide you to the track entrance that is at the end of the road. Please arrive at the track entrance for the tour.Parking: Parking is available in the gravel area across from the parking garages and along the access road. Arrival Time: Please arrive 10 minutes before the tour beginsLocation and Parking Details: Getting to Mcity Test Facility.pdf - Google Drive

The International Center will host our annual International Student and Family Welcome Day on Monday, August 18, 2025. Attendance at this event is strongly encouraged for both undergraduate and graduate international students, along with their family members who travel with them to campus. Topics will include overviews about cultural adjustment, maintaining immigration status, using your health insurance, and more! This is also an excellent opportunity to meet other new international students!
Register for all sessions you are interested in attending!

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.

Programming efforts of all Theme Communities and Events.

Welcome to the Arabic Placement Test
About the test
The test is approximately three hours in length, and it is composed of three portions:
a. The writing portion is completed on paper and it is worth a total of 100 points.
b. The reading portion is completed on Canvas site, and it is worth a total of 48 points.
c. Right after finishing with the reading portion, each student will have a follow-up interview with a proctor. The interviews last approximately 15 minutes and it is worth a total of 20 points.
Important:
a. Students who receive 60% or above will be placed in Arabic 401 and thus placed out of the language requirement.
b. Students who are not able to write in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) do not need to take the placement test and they will be advised to enroll in Arabic 101.

Where can I view my results?
a. Placement results are posted within 7 business days after the test.
b. You will not be notified of your score automatically.
c. You may view your placements via: Wolverine Access > Student Business > Academic Records > View Placement Exam Results.

Important information about the test
* Placements are valid for only one year. If you fail to register in the course that you are placed in, you will be required to retake the test.
* Retaking the placement test is only permitted after the placement results expire.
* Students who are currently taking an Arabic course will not be allowed to take the placement test.
* The test assesses students’ proficiency in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA), NOT colloquial Arabic.
* If you speak an Arabic dialect but you do not know how to read or write or have little knowledge, feel free to register in Arabic 101.
* Students who know some Arabic because they came from an Arabic-speaking household or have studied Arabic before, must take the Arabic proficiency test in order to determine their placement.
* Students who have taken Arabic at other institutions and wish to continue their Arabic study at UM must take the placement test to determine their level. Credits for Arabic study undertaken at another institution prior to joining UM or in a summer program while attending UM, transfer in as generic departmental credits and students must take the placement test to determine credit equivalencies to UM courses.
* If you place in or beyond the 401 level, you will have satisfied the LSA language requirement.
* Students are encouraged to take a placement test as early as possible in their studies in order to determine the level they should enroll in, or if they test out of the language requirement. This is extremely important to avoid delays in graduation and complications with placement.
* Arabic 101, 201, 401, 501 are offered ONLY in the Fall semester, and Arabic 102, 202, 402, 504, 511 are ONLY offered in the Winter semester.
* Arabic 103 (the equivalent of Arabic 101 & 102, combined) AND Arabic 203 (the equivalent of Arabic 201 & 202, combined) are offered in the Spring-Summer terms.

UM’s Arabic curriculum is a dual register curriculum in which students learn to speak and understand the Levantine dialect (the dialect of Jordan, Syria, Palestine and Lebanon) in addition to developing the four language skills of formal Arabic (fuSHa).


If you have questions regarding the placement test, please contact the program director at, mesarabicprogram@umich.edu.

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.

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.

Get to know Michigan Public Health and the Ann Arbor campus! We'll take you through both SPH I and SPH 2 buildings, health science-specific spaces on campus, and places of interest in Ann Arbor to help you find your way around during this 60 minute walking tour. Students can expect to walk about 1 to 1.5 miles. Please wear comfortable shoes.

These tours are hosted by the School of Public Health Student Life Team.

Hello Incoming Engineering Graduate Students,
The Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Education is hosting a self-guided North Campus Scavenger Hunt from Wednesday, August 20th to Friday, August 22nd.
Sign up by Tuesday, August 19th at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time to get placed in a group and explore North Campus for a chance to win prizes!

Hello Incoming Engineering Graduate Students,

The Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Education will host our Welcome Session on Thursday, August 21st from 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM Eastern Standard Time with the College of Engineering Dean, Karen A. Thole and Associate Dean of Graduate and Professional Education, Krista Wigginton. We will have an in-person option with limited spots and a virtual stream option!

With care,
Jordan Peyton | Graduate Education Program Coordinator
The Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Education

Are you a student or professional staff in a helping role seeking to enhance your communication skills? Join Wolverine Wellness for Compassionate Conversations, a workshop rooted in Motivational Interviewing principles and designed to help you build a toolbox for more impactful and caring conversations.

In today’s higher education environment, empathic fatigue and burnout can be a challenge for those dedicated to supporting others. This workshop will empower you to engage in meaningful interactions that foster genuine connection while safeguarding your own well-being.

Through this interactive and reflective session, you will learn how to:
- Extend compassion to yourself so that you can fully offer it to others
- Hone your active listening skills
- Apply motivational interviewing skills to support agency and encourage positive change
- Maintain emotional balance and resilience in your role.


Whatever your role on campus, this workshop will provide you with invaluable conversation skills to enhance both your personal and professional interactions. Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in yourself and the students you serve!

* This workshop will be followed by "Taking Care: Finding Balance in Personal and Collective Wellbeing" presented by Wolverine Wellness in the same room from 12:15-1:30 pm. Registration for this is separate and also on Sessions! Consider adding both to your toolbox!

Join Wolverine Wellness for an interactive workshop created especially for student staff, student leaders, and students in other helping roles who want to care for themselves and their communities more intentionally.



In the rush of daily life, we often move so quickly that we don’t pause to check in with ourselves. For many, especially depending on lived experiences, identifying or naming what we’re experiencing can feel unfamiliar or uncomfortable. But tuning in to our early warning signs can help us respond with care.



This workshop will help you unpack the relationship between stress and the eight dimensions of wellness, while offering practical strategies to strengthen your own resilience and show up for your peers with compassion and care.

Through this interactive session, you will:




Understand the difference between eustress and distress
Identify stressors in your own life and how they affect your well-being
Discuss short-term, evidence-based stress reduction techniques
Discover campus resources for ongoing mental health support
Explore how to care for your own well-being while supporting others in theirs



Whether you're leading a student org, mentoring others, or simply trying to find balance, this workshop will offer space to reflect, connect, and strengthen your capacity for well-being — individually and collectively.

Hello Incoming Engineering Graduate Students,

The Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Education will host our Block Party and Info + Resource on Friday, August 22nd from 11 AM - 1 PM Eastern Standard Time in The Grove on North Campus!
Kick off your Michigan Engineering graduate journey with fun games, delicious food, exciting giveaways, and booths featuring campus organizations and offices here to support you every step of the way.


With care,
Jordan Peyton | Graduate Education Program Coordinator
The Office of the Associate Dean for Graduate and Professional Education

Welcome to Rackham Graduate School!We’re thrilled to invite our newly admitted graduate students to this exciting event designed to connect you with the resources, people, and opportunities that will empower your experience at the University of Michigan.
The day kicks off with a special Ceremony at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre in the Michigan League. Join us to hear inspiring remarks from Dean Mike Solomon and student leaders. You'll gain valuable insight into the vibrant community and extensive offerings at Rackham Graduate School.

Immediately following the ceremony, proceed down the hall to the Info Fair, featuring over 30 campus partners, resources, and organizations committed to supporting your academic and personal journey. Rackham's Info Fair provides the premier opportunity for newly admitted graduate students to learn about the many resources and organizations available to them at Rackham and around the university.
At the same time, enjoy the Rackham Student Organization Lunch on Ingalls Mall North (just across from Rackham Graduate School). Connect with fellow students while enjoying music from a live DJ, refreshments, and lawn games—and learn about the many student organizations that enrich campus life.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Rackham! This ceremony and info fair will be an exciting first step in your graduate school journey—and we’re here to support you every step of the way.


We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accommodation would promote your full participation in this event, please follow the registration link to indicate your accommodation requirements. Please let us know as soon as possible in order to have adequate time, preferably one week, to arrange for your requested accommodations or an effective alternative.

This workshop is open to all graduate students seeking guidance around interviewing for positions beyond tenure track roles, which can differ greatly from the academic job search process. It also meets the needs of those applying to internships, including those applying to the Rackham Doctoral Intern Fellowship Program. The workshop will focus on preparing graduate students to navigate the interview process, and to effectively answer questions by strategically articulating strengths and skills. We will also discuss a framework for answering behavioral interview questions.

This event is intended to be interactive, therefore a recording will not be available.
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.

Come and visit the First-Gen Gateway located in the Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives located on the third floor of the Student Activities Building. The First-Gen Gateway is a physical space that serves as a starting point for getting connected to resources for all first-generation students. This open house is an introduction to the resources available and an opportunity to meet the First-Gen Gateway staff.
No registration is required!

Be sure to watch the video that was linked to you and be prepared to ask questions.
If none of the available times work for you, please email me-aso@umich.edu to find an alternative time to declare.

The graduate school offers a series of meetings designed to orient faculty members who have recently taken on the role of chairing a department/program or directing the graduate program in their department/program. These sessions, hosted by Rackham associate deans, focus on various aspects of your role. We provide opportunities to discuss and learn how you can partner with Rackham and what Rackham resources you can rely on while carrying out the work of your role.

Course Description:
Hosted by Michigan Housing’s Community Connections and Engagement Department, this dialogue series is offered to new and seasoned Student Life staff as a professional development opportunity. The series emphasizes reflection, connection, and intentional practice to support a culture of belonging.

Over 6 weeks, participants are guided from self-awareness to action through three modules:
Inclusion on Purpose: Self reflection and inclusive practices skill-building
Strengthening Communities: Recognizing barriers to access and belonging
Belonging in Action: Applying inclusive principles in everyday work

Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of the series, participants will be able to:
Implement inclusive strategies in leadership, supervision, collaboration, and interactions with students and colleagues.
Cultivate relationship-building skills that enhance connection and a sense of belonging within the diverse University of Michigan community.
Assess policies, practices, and office operations through an inclusive perspective.
Incorporate inclusive principles in daily decision-making and team interactions to foster welcoming environments and a culture of belonging.

Welcome to Michigan Engineering!
Join us on Thursday, September 11th, from 11am to 2pm for an event designed just for YOU! We want you to get connected with experiences available uniquely to Michigan Engineering students. Engineering Immersed advisors will be available to provide a tailored experience, connecting you with programs and opportunities aligned with your interests and open to engineering students!
Free snacks and gifts will be provided - RSVP today!

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 a diverse, equitable, and inclusive search
Experience a 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.

First-Year Relationship and Sexuality Talk (FYRST) is a required, in-person, and peer-facilitated workshop that came directly from feedback and listening sessions with current University of Michigan students. Our goal is to create an accessible, supportive space for student-driven conversations where all identities and experiences are welcomed and in which students can build skills and tools around identifying goals and values and then communicate effectively about those. Workshops will be offered at multiple locations and times throughout the fall semester, so please sign up for the workshop that works for you!!
First-Year Relationship Sexuality Talk (FYRST) FAQ:

“How many workshops do I have to sign up for?”

You only need to sign up for 1 workshop. Attending 1 workshop will fulfill the requirement for the training.

“I see that there is more than one session, does it matter which one I sign up for?”

It generally does not matter which workshop you sign up for. There will be a few that are designated for specific groups such as transfer students or for students looking for accommodations. If you do not fit these groups please try to save these workshops for those that do and you are free to choose among any of the other workshops.

“Is this workshop required?”

This workshop is required for all transfer and first-year students at the University of Michigan.

“I’ve experienced harm around relationships or sexual experiences in the past and I am worried that attending this workshop may be harmful for me.”

Our team is aware that students who are coming into the university that have experienced harm in the past. Our workshop is specifically designed to respect and validate the experiences of survivors and has been carefully constructed to avoid any specific descriptions of violence and focus instead on themes of empowerment, communication, and boundary setting. However, if you still have concerns about programming and would like to request alternative programming, please feel free to reach out at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.

“What if I struggle to learn in a presentation setting? I’m an active learner.”

Our workshop is built to meet a variety of learning styles, including time for self-reflection, small group sharing, and resources to take with you to work through on your own time! This workshop is meant to be interactive and inclusive.

“Can I request accommodations?”

We considered accessibility in creating this workshop and selecting the locations in which the workshops are help. However, we recognize many places at the University are inaccessible and we've set an * next to workshops that are on the first floor and lack stairs. These workshops also will have a presentation (other workshops we do not) and are a good fit for those who might need a large font. Please sign up for those if you feel that accommodations would assist you and reach out to SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu if you are concerned or have questions.

“I missed my workshop, what should I do ?”

Our team tracks attendance at each workshop by having participants swipe in with their MCard. If you are not able to attend the workshop you signed up for, our team will continue to send reminder emails until you have completed a workshop. In this case, please sign up for another workshop as soon as you can as the workshop is required and may fill up especially near the end of the semester. No need to contact SAPAC unless you are not able to reschedule.

“I have had gender-based violence training before, can I get this requirement waived?”

As this workshop was designed with University of Michigan student feedback in mind, our workshop is unique to the UM community. Our curriculum focuses on individualized reflection and because of its interactive nature, each workshop will be unique to the people attending. Although we are excited you already have familiarity with the subject, this workshop is required for every first year and transfer student.

“I’m a commuter/non-traditional student, do I still have to attend?"

Yes, this workshop is required for every first-year and transfer student - not only do we want every student to benefit from having this time to connect with peers, but we also want to make sure your peers benefit from what you bring to our community. If you have any concerns or questions about being able to participate, please contact SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.

“I still have questions! Who should I contact?"

Please contact us at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.