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Diversity
You Don’t Belong Here: The Stories Our Systems Tell (and Why We Have to Disrupt Them)
Many universities message extensively around their commitments to diversity, equity, and inclusion. These institutional assertions are often called into question, though, by the stories of members of the higher education community who continue to face marginalization...Disability Awareness and Equality
This session will focus on raising awareness around disability and discussing strategies for increasing inclusion and accessibility. We will discuss suggestions for appropriate language and strategies for assisting individuals with disabilities. This session is...Rackham Alum Celebrates 50th Episode of Modern Figures Podcast
Kyla McMullen is U-M’s first Black woman to graduate with a Ph.D. in computer science and engineering—and she’s driving change and scaling her influence with a podcast.
Sixth Annual Rackham King Talks
Rackham students will communicate the relevance of their work to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy in a TED-talk style. The theme for the 2023 MLK Symposium is: “The (R)evolution of MLK: From Segregation to Elevation.” Please note this event will be...Open Mike: Stronger Than Words
Dean Solomon highlights how the work of the Rackham community upholds its mission and values—especially when confronted by those whose speech seeks to distract and divide.
Open Mike: Your Right, Your Voice, Your Vote
Dean Solomon urges eligible graduate students to vote, and points to available election resources and information.
American Physical Society Pays Tribute to Rackham Alum Willie Hobbs Moore
Fifty years ago, Hobbs Moore became the first African-American woman to earn a Ph.D. in physics.
Open Mike: The Ongoing Crisis of COVID-19
Dean Solomon responds to how global surges in COVID-19 are impacting members of the Rackham community.
Open Mike: Resources and Support Amid Extraordinary Challenges
Dean Solomon addresses the multifaceted pressures facing students at this time.