Rackham Office Directory
Find mailing addresses, phone and fax numbers, and email addresses of Rackham offices.
Dean’s Office
Deans
Includes the Dean, Associate Deans, Assistant Deans, and supporting staff, all of whom work with faculty, staff, and students from around the campus.
- Room: 1120
- Phone: 734.764.4400
- Fax: 734.615.3832
- Email: rackhamdeansinfo@umich.edu
Administrative Director
The Rackham Administrative Director collaborates with the Dean on the overall organization and management of the Rackham Graduate School, including strategic planning and execution, resource management and program development.
- Room: 1130
- Phone: 734.764.8221
- Fax: 734.615.3832
- Email: RackhamChiefofStaff@umich.edu
Faculty Awards
Administers awards programs including the Distinguished Faculty Achievement Awards, Distinguished University Professorships, and more.
- Room: 1120
- Phone: 734.615.0255
- Fax: 734.615.3832
- Email: honorsandawards@umich.edu
Student Services and Support
Academic Records and Dissertations
Provides information and support to students and program staff and faculty by maintaining academic records, conferring degrees, and providing guidance regarding Rackham and University policies and procedures.
- Room: 0120
- Phone: 734.763.0171
- Fax: 734.936.3335
- Email: oard.questions@umich.edu
Admissions
Provides information and support to applicants and program staff and faculty by overseeing the application process, issuing immigration forms I-20 and DS-2019, and providing guidance regarding Rackham and University policies and procedures.
- Room: 0120
- Phone: 734.764.8129
- Fax: 734.936.3335
- Email: rackadmis@umich.edu
Financial Aid and Fellowships
Administers financial support, grants, and fellowships for Rackham students.
- Room: 0120
- Phone: 734.764.8119
- Fax: 734.647.7535
- Email: rackham.fellowships@umich.edu
Professional and Academic Development
Rackham supports graduate students in developing the skills necessary to be successful in their academic and professional development during their Michigan experience, and as they transition into their careers.
- Room: 1530
- Phone: 734.647.4013
- Fax: 734.936.2848
- Email: rack-prof-dev@umich.edu
Recruitment, Engagement, and Partnerships
Rackham supports the recruitment of a diverse graduate student community by broadening participation and by providing recruitment support to academic programs. Once admitted, we enhance the educational experiences of our graduate students by supporting their transition, building community, recognizing their contributions and by supporting their personal and academic development.
- Room: 1530
- Phone: 734.647.4013
- Fax: 734.936.2848
- Email: rack-stu-engagement@umich.edu
Resolution Office
Provides a safe and private environment to discuss matters related to disputes, personal crises, and emergencies for graduate students; and disability accommodation for graduate student employees.
- Room: 1100
- Phone: 734.764.4400
- Email: RackResolutionOfficer@umich.edu
Help and Support
If you encounter challenges or problems either academically or in your personal life during your time as a graduate student, there are many resources available at Rackham and the University of Michigan to assist you.
Communications and Development
Communications
Raises awareness about graduate education at U-M and supports Rackham offices in their efforts to communicate with students, faculty, and staff.
- Room: 3160
- Phone: 734.647.3160
- Email: rack.comm@umich.edu
Development and Alumni Relations
Builds and maintains relationships with Rackham alumni and donors in order to encourage engagement and financial gifts for graduate student support.
- Room: 1530
- Phone: 734.764.1125
- Fax: 734.936.2848
- Email: rackham.alums@umich.edu
Institutional Services
Institutional Research
Produces annual and periodic reports for each of the master’s and doctoral programs within Rackham.
- Room: 0120
- Phone: 734.764.8221
- Fax: 734.615.3832
- Email: rackhamir.questions@umich.edu
Program Review
Identifies opportunities to continuously improve graduate education at the University of Michigan, manages several graduate student policies, grants and fellowship activities.
- Room: 1120
- Phone: 734.764.9945
- Email: Rackham-Program-Review@umich.edu
Rackham Administrative Services
Business Office
Coordinates financial activities for the Rackham Graduate School.
- Room: 0120
- Phone: 734.763.2279
- Fax: 734.647.2815
- Email: rackham.budget@umich.edu
Facilities
Ensures the maintenance of the Rackham Building and handles reservations and media support.
- Room: 0510
- Phone: 734.764.8572
- Fax: 734.763.6622
- Email: RackhamScheduling@umich.edu
Mail Services
Receives applicant materials and manages incoming and outgoing mail for Rackham business.
- Room: 0504
- Phone: 734.764.4402
- Fax: 734.647.9378
Rackham Human Resources
Administers all personnel issues related to Rackham staff including hiring, performance management, timesheets, etcetera.
- Room: 0510
- Phone: 734.647.5927
- Fax: 734.647.9348
- Email: rackhamhr@umich.edu
Rackham Information and Technology Services
Provides technical support to Rackham personnel.
- Room: 3160
- Phone: 734.647.4554
- Fax: 734.763.6029
- Email: rackham-www@umich.edu
Student Organizations
- Graduate Rackham International (GRIn)
- Rackham Student Government (RSG)
- Students of Color of Rackham (SCOR)
Affiliated Units
Governance
Rackham Board of Governors
The Rackham Board of Governors was established according to the terms of the Rackham bequest, which was accepted by the Board of Regents in September 1935. The bequest calls for the continued existence of this body. The President of the University serves as Chair of the Board and the Rackham Dean serves as Secretary. The three other members serve six-year terms. The Board itself approves the appointment of new members as vacancies arise.
Rackham Executive Board
The Rackham Executive Board is composed of elected faculty representatives who provide advice to the Dean regarding the operations of the Graduate School. The Executive Board’s responsibilities include oversight and authorization of academic policy and proposals for new degree and certificate programs, and decisions of Rackham faculty panels for student fellowships and awards.