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The UMSI Common Reading Experience offers incoming students a chance to pause during the excitement of orientation and come together in conversation around themes central to UMSI: the history of the University of Michigan, social good, technology, and the ways these areas intersect.

As part of orientation, you are invited to read a chapter from Undermining Racial Justice by Matthew Johnson, then join fellow students from across all UMSI tracks for an informal discussion. This will be a low-pressure opportunity to meet classmates, share reflections, make connections to the reading, and enjoy coffee, drinks, and bagels together.

Open to all incoming UMSI students.

Start your UMSI journey by getting to know the Academic Programs and Student Life (APSL) team! In this session, you’ll learn how APSL can help you navigate your academic and student experience, connect with campus resources, engage with the UMSI community, and make the most of your time at UMSI. You’ll also meet the staff who are here to support you and participate in an exercise designed to help you identify timely resources throughout your time as a UMSI student.

Join this interactive session to better understand the organizational culture and community we are trying to build at UMSI and within the broader field of information, of which you are now a part. 

During this session, we will: 

• Explain some of the initiatives and events that are shaping what organizational culture and community mean at UMSI.

• Explore some of the identities you bring to the school, as well as new facets you’d like to develop, and how Organizational Culture and Community can help you find a sense of belonging and community. 

• Discuss the importance of these concepts in your academic and professional journey.

By participating, you'll help foster a more collaborative, welcoming, and inclusive environment at UMSI. You’ll also get the chance to think deliberately about how some of your foundational needs and aspirations can be met during your time here. No previous experience or background knowledge is required—everyone is welcome!

Join current MSI and MHI students for a casual walking tour of campus and downtown Ann Arbor, ending with ice cream at Blank Slate Creamery! It’s a great way to learn your way around, meet other UMSI students, and start the semester with a few familiar faces. Keep an eye on the UMSI Students Slack channels for additional details. 

Individuals choosing to have ice cream will need to purchase it, but all are welcome!

Locations:

Meet at: The Diag, 913 S University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

End at: Blank Slate Creamery, 300 W Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48103