All Sessions

Curious about Biomedical Engineering? Stop by the BME Open House to explore our space, meet faculty, students and student organizations. Meet our advisors to learn more about how to declare BME. Enjoy food, casual conversations, lab tours, hands-on STEM activities, and helpful information about the academic, research, and community available to BME students.

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.

These sessions will provide an overview of the application process, expected time commitment, and compensation associated with serving as a 2027 King Talks speaker.Interested individuals only need to attend one session.

This track manages the '26-27 First-Gen Student Community Events.

SAVE THE DATE - October 6th!



Curious about studying or interning abroad as an undergraduate at U-M?

Come explore everything CGIS (the Center for Global and Intercultural Study) has to offer and find the best program for you! No matter who you are, where you come from, or what you’re studying, a global experience is available to you during your time at Michigan.

Get your questions answered! Come chat with:

CGIS Program AdvisorsRecent U-M study abroad studentsFinancial Aid and the LSA Scholarships OfficeNewnan Academic AdvisorsOther on-campus offices
With over 120 CGIS programs in 40+ countries ranging from a few weeks to an academic year, there are many options to choose from.

If you want to learn more about how to satisfy your major/minor requirements abroad, how to afford study abroad, how to travel with other U-M students on a faculty-led trip, or want to know what to expect, be sure to add this event to your calendar and drop by!

CGIS Go Abroad Fair:
Thursday October 9th, 12-4pm
Rogel Ballroom Michigan Union


CGIS is part of the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts (LSA), but all UM-Ann Arbor undergraduates are welcome to apply to our programs.

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.

Are you a current Ph.D. student considering a postdoc as your next step? In this workshop, a collaboration between the University Career Center, Rackham Professional Development and Engagement, and Office of Postdoctoral Affairs, staff will cover all that you need to know about preparing to transition from a Ph.D.s to a postdoc. We will cover the pros and cons of doing a postdoc, the different types of postdocs, how to prepare to search and interview, as well as how to prepare yourself for the professional transition.

The challenge: New data and approaches to study complexity in the social world has often been without a concurrent focus on the foundations of scientific inquiry, including complex thinking, broad causal thinking, attention to epistemic lens, and integrating multiple disciplinary approaches. Further, the academic research model, with its resource-segregated networks, discipline-specific training, and short-term productivity metrics, contributes to a fragmented and potentially misleading understanding of the social world. In the second annual ISR Symposium on Complexity in the Social World, we will use ‘place’ as the case study to facilitate discussions on rigorous social science in the public interest.
Using research on place as the case study, discussion topics will include:

Complex thinking about the social worldThe contribution of the humanities the study of the social worldEpistemic lens and research transparencyTheories, frameworks, and the limits of traditional causal inferenceThe draw and danger of cool new dataAddressing the challenges of the academic model of science
Presentations on the science of place will include:

The relational nature of place in population social inequalitiesThe role of history in shaping placeThe racialization of place; the spatialization of racePlace as a neutral and rational driver of social inequalitiesApproaches to testing (causal) ideas around place

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

Focus: Using AI to improve access to, understanding of, and readiness for working with data.
Description:
This session would focus on helping researchers navigate the early stages of working with data, especially when datasets are large, complex, poorly documented, or unfamiliar. AI can assist with interpreting data dictionaries, summarizing metadata, identifying missing documentation, and making datasets more approachable for new users.
Possible hands-on activities:

Summarize a dataset description or codebook into plain languageGenerate a checklist for evaluating whether a dataset is usable for a projectIdentify likely data limitations or missing documentationDraft questions to ask a data provider or collaboratorUse AI to map dataset fields to possible research questions

Global Course Connections (GCCs) offer a unique opportunity to take what students learn on campus at U-M during the winter semester and apply it abroad in a fun and exciting hands-on class taught by a U-M professor during a 3-week, off-campus field experience that takes place during the following summer.
Join CGIS Advisor Juliana Mesa to learn more about the GCC Brazil - Global Blackness program, the application process, and the courses.
Thursday, October 8, 3:30 - 4:30 pm (Info Session) Friday, October 23, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Info Session) Wednesday, November 4, 3:30 - 4:30 pm (Info Session) Friday, December 4, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Drop-in Group Advising)Tuesday, December 8, 1:30 - 2:30 pm (Drop-in Group Advising)The GCC Brazil program is led and taught by Professor of Afroamerican and African Studies, Comparative Literature, and Francophone Studies, Frieda Ekotto.
Application Deadline: December 10, 2026

In this interactive workshop, the Rackham embedded University Career Center coaching team will guide you through building out a strong master's student resume. Brief best practices will be shared, but most of the time will be spent actively working on your resume, so bring a laptop or a few printed copies of your resume. Lunch will be provided.

These sessions are only for students eligible and ready to declare BME as their major.
For students interested in BME but not yet eligible or ready to declare, please meet with one of our Peer Advisors to learn more about our program!
What to expect:
You are signing up for a group declaration session for the U-M Biomedical Engineering Undergraduate Program.
All sessions will be held in person at LBME (view map).
In this meeting we will go over the curriculum, discuss your 4 year plan, review the BME Student Advising Agreement, and share the various resources you can engage in as part of the BME department.
Please bring a personal computing device (laptop or tablet). A phone will not suffice. In order to officially declare, students must:
Attend the full registration session.
By the end of the session, complete a draft of their 4-year graduation plan and send it to bme-advising@umich.edu
By the end of the session, complete the BME Advising Agreement form.
If students do not attend the full session and/or do not complete items b and c, they will either need to register for a new declaration appointment or submit items b and c to bme-advising@umich.edu as soon as possible. Failing to complete these items will delay your declaration!
If you need to cancel or reschedule, please do so within Sessions@Michigan so students on the waitlist may attend (if applicable).
Eligibility:
Students are eligible to Declare the BME Major after completing at least one full term of courses on the U-M Ann Arbor campus (we do not declare students early).
Have an overall U-M GPA of 2.0 or better in courses taken at the U-M Ann Arbor campus and are in good standing.
Have completed or earned credit by exam or transfer for one or more courses in each of these categories:
Calculus (e.g. Math 115, 116, 156)
Calculus-based physics lectures (e.g. Physics 140, 160) or chemistry lectures (e.g. Chemistry 130)
Required engineering courses (Engr 100, 101, 151)
Contact Us: If you have further questions about this meeting, please email bme-advising@umich.edu.

Socialize with your faculty colleagues and visit the University’s famous Kelsey Museum of Archaeology during our annual Faculty Mixer event. Snacks and drinks will be served, and the museum will be open for perusing!

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 the 2026-27 Frankel Institute Fellows for a series of public panels covering multiple various aspects of Antisemitism.

This workshop will provide an overview of the application process and requirements for graduate students interested in applying for a Rackham Public Scholarship Grant. These competitive awards provide funding for collaborative, mutually beneficial projects between Rackham students and community partners outside the university that use research to serve the greater public good.
During this session, Rackham staff will provide an overview of the guidelines, requirements, and application instructions to apply for a Rackham Public Scholarship Grant. The session will also include a panel of current and past grantees who will discuss their projects and their approach to submitting successful applications.
Community partners working with students are also welcome to attend the session.


Please note: Attending the workshop is strongly encouraged for students planning to submit an application. Please reach out to rackpublicscholarship@umich.edu if you have any questions.

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.

You’re invited to join us for the U-M Chemical Engineering Fall Undergraduate Open House!

This event showcases the field of chemical engineering and the student experience in our department, and it's a great opportunity to explore what it's like to be a chemical engineer. You'll have the chance to meet faculty, connect with current students, learn about undergraduate research and career pathways, and get a feel for the ChE community. Whether you’re interested in energy, sustainability, biotechnology, materials, pharmaceuticals, or the many other areas where chemical engineers make an impact, we hope you’ll join us to discover the possibilities within ChE.

Drop in anytime between 3:30 and 5:30 pm. We hope to see you there!

Holistic admissions practices are an integral part of a program's efforts to achieve goals of access, opportunity, and excellence in graduate education. This workshop is designed to provide concrete strategies and evidence-based practices to support faculty and program goals in admitting diverse and excellent cohorts of graduate students. This workshop will provide members of graduate admissions committees an opportunity to develop their own holistic admissions tools.

Hosted by Rackham’s embedded University Career Center career counselors, the topic for this session is resumes. In particular, what are some strategies for writing the all-important bullet point? In an interactive discussion with examples and opportunities to workshop your own resume, we will work on framing your experiences as effectively as possible.

Does the semester feel like it will never end? Join the Relieving Stress & Burnout wellness group to learn some strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout. Plus 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.

Are you an international graduate student interested in pursuing an internship? We’re here to help! Join the University Career Center, Rackham, and the International Center to learn more about how to make an internship part of your graduate school experience. We’ll cover general information for applying for internships as a graduate student and advice for obtaining curricular practical training (CPT)/optional practical training (OPT) to conduct an internship. This program is open to Ph.D. and master's students.

Celebrate Homecoming with Mechanical Engineering! Join us for a day of festivities on Friday, October 16.
Additional event and accessibility information will be posted soon.

In this interactive workshop, the Rackham embedded University Career Center Ph.D. coaching team will guide you through converting your academic CV to an industry resume. Brief best practices will be shared, but most of the time will be spent actively working on your resume, so bring a laptop or a few printed copies of your CV or resume. Lunch will be provided.

The Student Life Facilitation Committee and Student Life Professional Development are proud to announce that we are offering a staff-oriented facilitation training opportunity once again! A similar training has been offered to students and we have adapted the curriculum to provide staff with the skills and knowledge necessary to build confidence and ability in facilitation.
The training will take place on Monday, October 19 & Tuesday, October 20, 9:00am-4:30pm in the Connector Multipurpose Room. Attendance is required for the full training. A light breakfast & lunch will be provided.
The training is comprised of a 16-hour training curriculum designed to: 1) prepare participants to facilitate dialogues, meetings, and workshops involving two or more individuals; 2) be available to staff within Student Life; 3) supplement unit-specific trainings; 4) maximize divisional resources; and 5) be module-based and repeatable.
We encourage you to register, participate, and gain invaluable skills throughout the training. This training is free to Student Life staff and $100 for staff in other departments. We have a minimum cap of 10 and a maximum cap of 16 participants. If we do not meet the minimum we will need to cancel the training. If we meet the maximum you will have the opportunity to join a waitlist.
Please communicate any accessibility/accommodation needs to the coordinating group at slfacilitation@umich.edu at least two weeks in advance of the training or as soon as possible.

The Ethics, Integrity, and Compliance Office is hosting the inaugural Ethics & Compliance Week at the University of Michigan. Please join us in supporting the university through ethics and compliance educational sessions.

Created by the MORE Committee, these workshops are designed to strengthen the student–faculty mentoring relationship through the development of shared expectations, sharing mentoring best practices, and understanding of mentoring across differences.
The Getting Your Mentoring Relationship off to a Good Start Workshop is attended jointly by faculty mentors and their graduate student mentees.The Mentoring Across Difference 2.0 Workshop is attended only by faculty mentors.The Mentoring 101 New Faculty Workshop is attended only by faculty new to U-M or starting a faculty mentoring role.

Separate registration for students is available at: https://myumi.ch/11ANg.

Created by the MORE Committee, these workshops are designed to strengthen the student–faculty mentoring relationship through the development of shared expectations, sharing mentoring best practices, and understanding of mentoring across differences.The Getting Your Mentoring Relationship Off to a Good Start Workshop is attended jointly by faculty mentors and their graduate student mentees. Mentors and mentees first participate in separate parallel sessions, where they reflect on their own goals, working styles, and approaches to common challenges. Afterwards, each student–faculty pair collaborates to create a written mentoring plan that outlines key elements such as needs, objectives, and mutual expectations. Among Rackham doctoral students who have drafted mentoring plans, 83 percent report finding them helpful. Mentoring pairs are encouraged to consider attending the optional one-on-one discussion time at the end of the workshop, where they have dedicated time to work together on developing the mentoring plan.
Separate registration for faculty is available at: https://myumi.ch/61V6J.

Do you wonder how AI impacts the integrity of your research data? Are you concerned about hidden biases within automated tools? This workshop introduces algorithmic awareness as a vital skill for modern scholars. You will examine case studies like the COMPAS system to understand how code reinforces social inequality. We provide specific tools to help you identify factual errors and AI "hallucinations" in your output. Participants learn to value human perspectives over machine-generated summaries to ensure inclusive research practices. This session serves incoming graduate students looking to build an ethical foundation for their academic careers.


This workshop is designed with doctoral students and postdocs in mind. If you have any questions, please contact rackhampdeworkshops@umich.edu.

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 rackhamdeworkshops@umich.edu to see if we can accommodate your attendance.

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

Does the semester feel like it will never end? Join the Relieving Stress & Burnout wellness group to learn some strategies to manage stress and prevent burnout. Plus 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.

This workshop will focus on resources you can leverage to explore career options, as well as strategies to best position yourself for a variety of career trajectories. We will cover approaches to networking, transferable skills, and key resources designed to support your exploration. This workshop is open to students at all points in their graduate careers, and there will be plenty of time for your questions. This event is intended to be interactive and 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 rackhamdeworkshops@umich.edu to see if we can accommodate your attendance.

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

This track manages the '26-27 Caregiver Craft Nights.

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.

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

Open to faculty, staff, and Michigan Medicine.

Ethics 101 is an introductory workshop designed to help U‑M employees navigate everyday situations where the “right next step” may not be obvious. Grounded in the university’s values and the realities of our work, the session builds shared language for ethical decision-making, offers practical tools for addressing uncertainty, and clarifies when and where to seek guidance. Participants will work through brief, relatable scenarios and leave with concrete strategies they can apply immediately.

Participants will be able to:

Understand and apply UM’s definition of ethical conduct.
Recognize common “ethical tension” situations in university settings (e.g., conflicts of interest, gifts, appropriate use of resources, data stewardship, respectful conduct).
Identify practical steps to take when an ethical issue arises.
Practice using short scenarios to choose value-aligned responses and identify next best actions.

Professional conferences and workshops can play a significant role in building your network, expanding your expertise, and showcasing your skills in graduate school. They can also be daunting and overwhelming, even after having attended a few. In this workshop, we will provide you with the basics of making the most of professional conferences, workshops, and other similar professional events so that you can network without worrying about what to do and how to show up! We will cover the difference between conferences and workshops, specific types of sessions and networking events that can happen as part of a conference, what to do to prepare beforehand, and do’s and don’t’s of attending. 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.

We want to make our events accessible to all participants. CART captioning services will be provided for the panel conversation. If you anticipate needing additional accommodations to participate, please email Cherice Chan at chericec@umich.edu.

Focus: Using AI to support data preparation and quality improvement.
Description:
This session would examine how AI can help researchers think through data cleaning tasks before formal analysis begins. The emphasis would be on using AI as a support tool to identify inconsistencies, plan, clean workflows, document decisions, and generate reusable code templates, while keeping human review central.
Possible hands-on activities:

Identify common data quality issues in a sample datasetDraft a cleaning plan for missing values, duplicates, or formatting inconsistenciesGenerate starter code for basic cleaning steps in Python or RCreate a data cleaning log or documentation templateCompare raw and cleaned data examples to assess impactReminder: All attendees, please bring a laptop.

"Precision Stitch" is a hands-on workshop specifically designed for pre-health students eager to develop essential suturing skills. In partnership with the Detroit Metro Army Medical Recruiting Station, this program offers a unique opportunity to learn directly from an experienced Army healthcare provider. Participants will receive instruction on the technical aspects of suturing that are vital for many future healthcare practitioners. This workshop builds foundational surgical skills, provides invaluable insight into the practical demands of the medical field, and allows for connecting with Health Professions Scholarship Program recruiters. Ideal for those committed to a career in healthcare, "Precision Stitch" prepares you for the next step in your healthcare journey.

Michigan Souls: Stories of Purpose, Place, and People
6:00–8:00 PM
Michigan Theater | Ann Arbor
Every person carries a story.
Some stories are spoken often. Others remain quietly beneath the surface—shaping who we are, where we come from, what we believe, and what gives our lives meaning.
Join Religious, Secular & Spiritual Life (RSSL) for the premiere of Michigan Souls, a student storytelling project that invites us into the lives of University of Michigan students through honest conversations about identity, spirituality, purpose, belonging, and the experiences that have shaped them.
Through a series of short films, you'll encounter stories that are deeply personal yet universally human. Whether you identify with a religious tradition, no tradition at all, or are simply exploring life's big questions, these stories offer an opportunity to listen across differences, discover unexpected connections, and reflect on what it means to be part of a diverse campus community.
Following the screening, stay for a facilitated conversation with the student filmmakers and participants as we continue exploring the power of story to build understanding, empathy, and community.
Come ready to listen.
Come ready to reflect.
Come ready to discover the extraordinary stories already living all around us.
Admission is free. Registration is required.

On behalf of the Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR), welcome to the University of Michigan. Whether you are an early-career faculty or an experienced researcher new to the University, the Orientation for Clinical Investigators will provide you with an overview of information, resources, and tools necessary to comply with regulations related to clinical research and to help you efficiently navigate the University’s research enterprise.
This 3-hour orientation program is comprised of lectures and opportunities to apply new found knowledge and network. We encourage you to attend the whole session as the lectures complement one another. The program will be held in-person in the North Campus Research Complex (NCRC), Building 10, Room G063..
A shortcode is required for all participants upon registration. A $52 no-show fee will be applied to the shortcode for those who register but do not attend the course. No fees will be applied to those who attend

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.