Rackham Graduate School Fall Welcome

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Welcome to Rackham Graduate School!

Fall Welcome 2026 is an exciting afternoon designed to officially welcome newly admitted graduate students to Rackham and the University of Michigan community.

The event begins with a formal Ceremony in Rackham Auditorium featuring remarks from Dean Mike Solomon and student leaders. Immediately following, students are invited to explore the Info Fair throughout the Rackham building, where over 40 campus partners and student organizations will share resources and opportunities to support academic, professional, and personal success.

Simultaneously, students may attend the Student Organization Event, featuring music and refreshments, providing a fun opportunity to meet peers and get involved on campus.

Fall Welcome serves as the official launch of the graduate experience at Rackham, connecting students with community, resources, and opportunities from day one.

We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accommodation would promote your full participation in this event, please follow the registration link to indicate your accommodation requirements. Please let us know as soon as possible in order to have adequate time, preferably one week, to arrange for your requested accommodations or an effective alternative.



Ceremony

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Rackham Graduate School (Horace H.) (Rackham Auditorium)

Kick off your graduate journey at Rackham with our official Fall Welcome Ceremony. Hear inspiring remarks from Dean Mike Solomon and student leaders as they share insight into the vibrant Rackham community and the many opportunities ahead. This celebratory gathering marks your formal welcome into the University of Michigan graduate community.

Please note that no food or beverages are permitted in the theatre.

We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accommodation would promote your full participation in this event, please follow the registration link to indicate your accommodation requirements. Please let us know as soon as possible in order to have adequate time, preferably one week, to arrange for your requested accommodations or an effective alternative.

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