TRANSDISCIPLINARY FELLOWS 2025-2026

This is an informal writing group for anyone writing a dissertation or working on any writing-based project.

What to expect? (1) A Warm Meal to ground your focus; (2) A Comfortable Writing Space with optional music, quiet corners, and community; (3) Occasional Tips from the Sweetland Writing Center

A Proven Formula that works:

• 15 minutes: Hellos & settle in

• 60 minutes: Focused writing (timed!)

• After: Optional social time – connect, chat, or keep writing

Why join? Writing can be lonely. This space offers community, accountability, and momentum. No critiques. No pressure. Just shared silence, support, and food.

What to bring? (1) Laptop or notebook, (2) Headphones/earplugs (optional), (3) Your project—whatever you’re working on

Who can join? Open to writers of all genres, goals, and levels. Come write. Come connect. Come complete.

Take a break with TF Usman! He will have a Nintendo Switch and PS4, along with some snacks at the Northwood CC. Attendees are welcome to bring their own games and systems too.

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. If you need additional accommodations, please email Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu).

Join TF Usman for a flower arranging workshop led by florist Laura Giles. Laura is the owner of Little Workshop Floral and will be teaching us how to make an arrangement. Flowers and supplies are provided but limited, so please register in advance.

Spots at this event are limited. In order to include more people, we ask that participants bring a graduate student friend to make an arrangement together. While only one person can take the arrangement home, everyone can still learn the techniques!

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. We apologize for not including partners and kids, our funding is restricted. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations. 

Join TF Usman for some crafts and snacks! We will have tote bags, fabric paints, and a wealth of other art supplies to decorate. Supplies are free but limited, please sign up ahead of time.

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. We apologize for not including partners and kids, our funding is restricted. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations. 

Join the TFs to cheer on the Michigan football team as they take on New Mexico! Tickets are provided free of charge, but limited, so please register in advance. Registration opens on August 14 at 7 pm.

We will take a chartered bus from the Northwood Community Center (1000 McIntyre) to the Michigan Stadium (the Big House).

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. We apologize for not including partners and kids, our funding is restricted. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations. 

Join us for a Laser Show at the University of Michigan Natural Museum of History’s Planetarium & Dome Theater. The show will feature legendary Queen hits like We Will Rock You, Somebody To Love, and (of course!) Bohemian Rhapsody, this 45-minute show features a custom suite of laser effects! Meet at Northwood Community Center for dinner at 5:15PM before heading to the Museum via MBus!

This event is only for graduate students living in Michigan housing. We apologize for not including partners and kids, our funding is restricted. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join TF Wulan for lunch at South Quad and a stroll. This is a chance to meet some neighbors and stretch your legs. Lunch is provided free of charge, but spots are limited, so please register in advance.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs and GRAs for karaoke night at Munger! Come sing your heart out to your favorite tunes and enjoy some pizza and wings. This is a great chance to meet new friends and neighbors as well as relax. 

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. If you need additional accommodations, please email Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu).

Coffee and Conversations is the longest running event in the Munger Graduate Residences! Coffee and Conversations offers students the opportunity to share what is on their mind and discuss those topics with a diverse group of graduate and professional students who may have enlightening perspectives to contribute. This group will allow you to grow your network and see various university, state, or world events from a new lens.

This event is only for graduate students living in Michigan housing. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join TF Wulan for some painting and dinner! We will have canvases with pre-drawn images and a wide variety of paints, as well as a tasty dinner. Supplies provided but limited, please register in advance.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join TF Wulan for lunch at South Quad and a stroll. This is a chance to meet some neighbors and stretch your legs. Lunch is provided free of charge, but spots are limited, so please register in advance.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs and GRAs to enjoy food and music. Bring an instrument and jam, or just listen to the music and grab some dinner. Musicians of all levels welcome. Hope to see you there!

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Coffee and Conversations is the longest running event in the Munger Graduate Residences! Coffee and Conversations offers students the opportunity to share what is on their mind and discuss those topics with a diverse group of graduate and professional students who may have enlightening perspectives to contribute. This group will allow you to grow your network and see various university, state, or world events from a new lens.

This event is only for graduate students living in Michigan housing. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Meet up with your neighbors for a walk to Washtenaw Dairy! The TFs will treat you to a free ice cream cone. Please register in advance, spots are limited. We will meet in the first floor Munger lobby.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs and GRAs for karaoke night at Munger! Come sing your heart out to your favorite tunes and enjoy some pizza and wings. This is a great chance to meet new friends and neighbors as well as relax. 

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. If you need additional accommodations, please email Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu).

Join the TFs to eat dinner and watch the sun set on August 20th! We will gather in the fellow's lounge and then transition out to the track. This is a great chance to mix and mingle with your neighbors and friends.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Coffee and Conversations is the longest running event in the Munger Graduate Residences! Coffee and Conversations offers students the opportunity to share what is on their mind and discuss those topics with a diverse group of graduate and professional students who may have enlightening perspectives to contribute. This group will allow you to grow your network and see various university, state, or world events from a new lens.

This event is only for graduate students living in Michigan housing. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs and GRAs to enjoy food and music. Bring an instrument and jam, or just listen to the music and grab some dinner. Musicians of all levels welcome. Hope to see you there!

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs for a tour of the Munger amenities. After we show you around, we will have desserts and hang out in the Fellows Lounge. Returners who are already familiar with the Munger building are welcome to join us for the desserts and socializing.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs to cheer on the Michigan football team as they take on New Mexico! Tickets are provided free of charge, but limited, so please register in advance. Registration opens on August 14 at 7 pm.

We will walk to the stadium from the Munger Residences (540 Thompson Street). Please gather at Munger's front entry at 6:30 pm.

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations. 

Join TF Wulan to paint a pot and plant a succulent. All materials provided, but limited, please register in advance!

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs and GRAs for karaoke night at Munger! Come sing your heart out to your favorite tunes and enjoy some pizza and wings. This is a great chance to meet new friends and neighbors as well as relax. 

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. If you need additional accommodations, please email Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu).

Coffee and Conversations is the longest running event in the Munger Graduate Residences! Coffee and Conversations offers students the opportunity to share what is on their mind and discuss those topics with a diverse group of graduate and professional students who may have enlightening perspectives to contribute. This group will allow you to grow your network and see various university, state, or world events from a new lens.

This event is only for graduate students living in Michigan housing. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join GRA Johnathan and TF Karim in welcoming a visiting group from the University of Tübingen. They will share some about their visit to Ann Arbor and overall exchange. We will then enjoy dinner and some casual socializing.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs and GRAs to enjoy food and music. Bring an instrument and jam, or just listen to the music and grab some dinner. Musicians of all levels welcome. Hope to see you there!

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs to try dirty sodas! These drinks blend soda, flavored creamers and syrups for a unique, tasty treat. We will have everything you need, just bring yourself.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Coffee and Conversations is the longest running event in the Munger Graduate Residences! Coffee and Conversations offers students the opportunity to share what is on their mind and discuss those topics with a diverse group of graduate and professional students who may have enlightening perspectives to contribute. This group will allow you to grow your network and see various university, state, or world events from a new lens.

This event is only for graduate students living in Michigan housing. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Coffee and Conversations is the longest running event in the Munger Graduate Residences! Coffee and Conversations offers students the opportunity to share what is on their mind and discuss those topics with a diverse group of graduate and professional students who may have enlightening perspectives to contribute. This group will allow you to grow your network and see various university, state, or world events from a new lens.

This event is only for graduate students living in Michigan housing. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join TF Wulan for dinner at South Quad and a stroll. This is a chance to meet some neighbors and stretch your legs. Lunch is provided free of charge, but spots are limited, so please register in advance.

We will meet in the Munger first floor lobby.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join TF Nishant for the final ice cream walk of the season. We will meet in the Munger lobby and walk down to Washtenaw Dairy where the TFs will treat you to a scoop of your choosing. Spots are limited, so please register in advance.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join Nishant and the Ann Arbor Fire Department for some fire safety tips and a chance to see a firetruck up close. We will have some pizza too.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs and GRAs to enjoy food and music. Bring an instrument and jam, or just listen to the music and grab some dinner. Musicians of all levels welcome. Hope to see you there!

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Come celebrate Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights! We will have a delicious spread of food, music, diyas to paint, and excellent company.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Coffee and Conversations is the longest running event in the Munger Graduate Residences! Coffee and Conversations offers students the opportunity to share what is on their mind and discuss those topics with a diverse group of graduate and professional students who may have enlightening perspectives to contribute. This group will allow you to grow your network and see various university, state, or world events from a new lens.

This event is only for graduate students living in Michigan housing. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join TF Karim for a performance by Jacob Collier and Christ Thile with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra. Tickets are provided free of charge, but limited. Please register in advance.

We will meet in the Munger lobby at 7 pm together and walk to the concert together.

This event is only for graduate students living in Michigan housing. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the TFs at a Detroit Tigers baseball game! We will watch the Tigers take on the Chicago White Sox on Umich night. Tickets and transportation are provided free of charge, but supplies are limited, so please register in advance. Registration opens August 21, 2025 - 7:00pm. The anticipated bus schedule is as follows:

- 5:00 Pick up at the Munger Residences (gather in first floor lobby)

- 5:20 Pick up at Northwood Community Center (1000 McIntyre)

- 6: 30 Arrive at Comerica Park

- 6:40 Game Begins

- 9:20 Anticipated end of game/ Return to bus

- 10:20 Munger Drop-off

- 10:40 Northwood Drop-off

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. We apologize for not including partners and kids, our funding is restricted. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations. 

Join the TFs and GRAs for a trip to the historic  Belle Isle. Belle Isle is 982-acre island park in Detroit that includes an aquarium and conservatory. Admission is free and transportation is provided, but spots are limited, so please register in advance.

11:30 Northwood Community Center Pick-up (1000 McIntyre)

11:50 Munger Residences Pick-up (540 Thompson, Ann Arbor)

1:00 Drop-off at Belle Isle Aquarium (3 Inselruhe Ave, Detroit, MI 48207)

3:30 Pick-up at Belle Isle

4:30 Munger Residences Drop-off

4:45 Northwood Drop-off

This event is for graduate students living in Michigan housing. We apologize for not including partners and kids, our funding is restricted. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations. 

Join the Board Game club and the TFs for some board games and snacks. This is a great way to meet your neighbors and also give the Lawyer's Club TF, Usman, an idea of what you would like to see in the community.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the Board Game club and the TFs for some board games and snacks. This is a great way to meet your neighbors and also give the Lawyer's Club TF, Usman, an idea of what you would like to see in the community.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the Board Game club and the TFs for some board games and snacks. This is a great way to meet your neighbors and also give the Lawyer's Club TF, Usman, an idea of what you would like to see in the community.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the Board Game club and the TFs for some board games and snacks. This is a great way to meet your neighbors and also give the Lawyer's Club TF, Usman, an idea of what you would like to see in the community.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join TF Usman for some karaoke! You can sing your heart out or just cheer on friends. We will have pizza, wings, soda, and great company.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the Board Game club and the TFs for some board games and snacks. This is a great way to meet your neighbors and also give the Lawyer's Club TF, Usman, an idea of what you would like to see in the community.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Calling all pop lovers! Come listen to new music with fellow fans and law students! There will be snacks!!

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.

Join the Board Game club and the TFs for some board games and snacks. This is a great way to meet your neighbors and also give the Lawyer's Club TF, Usman, an idea of what you would like to see in the community.

This event is for graduate students in Michigan housing only. Please contact Laura Herbert (lmhmich@umich.edu) if you need additional accommodations.