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  • Two men stand smiling; one is in a military uniform holding a certificate with the other in a suit. Several flags are displayed in the background.

    Life in the Foreign Service

    October 17, 2023 | Truly Render-Wagner

    Rackham alum and U.S. diplomat David Kostelancik discusses his career path, foreign service, and the nature of America’s evolving relationship with Vladimir Putin.

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    Plugging into Esports

    October 11, 2023 | Matt Nelson

    One Rackham alum is hoping to take the mystery out of competitive gaming and help individuals and companies envision—and embrace—its future.

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    Public Service Through Research and Scholarship

    September 27, 2023 | Truly Render-Wagner

    In this Q&A, Joe Cialdella, assistant director of Rackham’s Professional Development and Engagement team and program lead for public scholarship, shares his thoughts on Rackham's Public Scholarship Grants and tips for what makes a successful partnership and application.

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    Grad School 101: Affinity Community Resource Week

    September 7, 2023 | Truly Render-Wagner

    Rackham’s Grad School 101 virtual events connect Rackham students with the U-M resources they need to succeed. Join us for Grad School 101’s inaugural Affinity Community Resource Week, Monday, September 18, to Friday, September 22.

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    Kessler Scholars Gift Supports Summer Research Opportunities

    September 5, 2023 | Rackham Graduate School

    The Kessler Scholars Collaborative, founded by U-M alumni Judy Kessler Wilpon and Fred Wilpon, has partnered with Rackham Graduate School to strengthen opportunities for first-generation students through U-M’s Summer Research Opportunity Program (SROP).