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Blue banner for Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week, April 7-11, with white abstract designs and text.

Each year, during National Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week, the Rackham Graduate School joins universities from across the country to host events designed to support and recognize graduate students. The week is aimed at highlighting the great contributions and high value that graduate and professional students bring to our community.

This year’s events feature great food, networking, wellness activities, professional development, and a chance to relax with therapy dogs. Join us for a week of celebration and connection!

To view all of this week’s events hosted by Rackham and Rackham Student Organizations, visit the website here: https://myumi.ch/15NM8.





Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week

Steeped in GRADitude

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Rackham Graduate School (Horace H.) (Assembly Hall, 4th Floor)

Kick off National Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week with Steeped in GRADitude—a special breakfast event celebrating you! Enjoy delicious breakfast options, fresh coffee, and great company. As a token of appreciation, attendees will receive a Rackham-branded coffee mug, while supplies last.

Join us in recognizing the hard work and dedication of our graduate and professional student community.

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Grad Grub

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Ingalls Mall (Ingalls Mall, North [Across from Rackham])

Take a break and grab some delicious food at Grad Grub, a special food truck rally in celebration of National Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week! Stop by to pick up a voucher and enjoy a meal from one of the featured food trucks:

  • Whoa! Tacos

  • Wanderbowls

  • Little Caesars

A tent will be set up outside for shade and shelter, and the East and West Conference Rooms on the 4th floor of Rackham will be available for additional seating and weather protection.

As a bonus, attendees will receive a cozy Rackham-branded crewneck sweatshirt, while supplies last.

Come for the food, stay for the fun, and celebrate with your fellow graduate and professional students!

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Mornings and Mugs

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The Grove (North Campus)

Start your morning off right at Mornings and Mugs! Join us for a morning pick-me-up featuring a Bearclaw Coffee Truck, serving up your favorites. Enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and grab a Rackham-branded travel mug (while supplies last). Whether you’re on your way to class or taking a break, stop by and kick off your day with us!

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Professional Profile Boost

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Rackham Graduate School (Horace H.) (Assembly Hall, 4th Floor)

Enhance your professional presence with Professional Profile Boost! Whether you're job searching, networking, or updating your credentials, this event is designed to help you put your best foot forward. Stop by for a free professional headshot and get expert guidance on refining your LinkedIn profile and resume. Be sure to bring your laptop for resume and LinkedIn reviews.

Sign-up slots for headshots will be available upon arrival on a first-come, first-served basis. We recommend wearing business casual attire for your headshot, which will be taken against a blue background.

Enjoy coffee and light refreshments while you polish your professional brand.

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Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week
You May Choose As Many Sessions As You Want