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Cook Scholars 2026-27 Events

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Welcome, Cook Scholars! This page outlines engagement events scheduled for Cook Scholars and guests for the current term. Registration is necessary so that we can be sure to have the appropriate set up, resources, and food quantities for the group's size. Please let us know if you have accessibility requirements beyond what is listed; it is important to use that everyone have access to these programs (cookscholars@umich.edu). 







Cook Scholars 2026-27 Events

U-M Climate Week: Campus Farm w Tom & Anna

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Matthai Gardens Campus Farm
Alex Bryan, Director, Student Life Sustainability (and Cook Scholar)

Meet Tom & Anna at the farm, then talk with Alex about the work that’s being done and how you can get involved (or just be “in the know”). It’s really an amazing place! Register by Wednesday, 9/23.

Busses from from CCTC every 20mins starting at 12:40pm.

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Fall Pizza Party

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Pizza House on Church Street

It's time for the annual Cook Scholars Pizza Party on Tuesday, September 29, 4:30-6:30pm. We'll meet all new and returning students at Pizza House on Church Street, just a short walk from the Diag on Central Campus. This event is sponsored by the Cook Family Foundation, who will be in attendance, as well as U-M Cook Scholars. Also present will be the Shiawassee Students of U-M student organization. You'll hear all about events we've got lined up for you, as well as volunteer/service opportunities throughout the year.

Happening @ Michigan Link

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Reception & Dining Etiquette (for Upper Division Students)

Available Seats 19 Registration Closes: September 26, 2026 - 12:00am
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Michigan League / Vandenberg Room

Brought to you by MDining & Cook Scholars, Reception & Dining Etiquette teaches everything you need to know when faced with networking and interviewing situations involving the following topics:


< Introductions & Greetings

< What to Wear

< The Reception (holding drinks and food, while meeting people and shaking hands)

< How to Hold Conversations

< Dining Etiquette

< How to Navigate / Understanding the Cues


The bonus? Not only will you feel more comfortable and polished in these settings, you'll get a great meal along with the training! This content is offered by MDining, not only to students, but to professionals in the field.


LIMITED SEATING: 20

JUNIORS & SENIORS ONLY

MUST RSVP BY F, 9/25/25, 11:59PM

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Cook Scholars After Class Bash

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Meet at Michigan Union North Entrance (by Cube); Regents Plaza

We’re going as a group to the 35th Annual After Class Bash with Cook Scholars, meeting at the Michigan Union north entrance doors (by the Cube) at 4pm. Look for the Cook Scholars t-shirts. Enjoy the day off from classes with our inflatables, hula-hooping, chalk art, free shirts, free food, live music, and lawn games!


200 Cook Scholars Points
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Bruce & Jackie Cook Campus Visit

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Cook Scholars, sign up to host the seniors from Shiawassee County who come to campus for the annual Bruce & Jackie Cook Campus Visit.


You'll meet the group at the hotel, touring, dinner at Pizza House and then you'll have free time with several students, taking them around to your favorite spots.


Email Rachel Osmer (Cook Family Foundation) to sign up: rachel@cookfamilyfoundation.org. Please advise if you have any conflicts Sunday or Monday, including class times.

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Cook Scholars 2026-27 Events
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