We are offering a number of virtual coffee chats for the graduate student community this summer, hosted by Rackham’s embedded University Career Center career counselors. The topic for this session is informational interviewing, which can be a powerful tool to aid in your career exploration as well as networking and job search efforts. We’ll talk […]
Each month, an orientation session is offered for all new postdoctoral research fellows, and those with a new postdoctoral research fellow appointment in the U-M human resources system within the past two months at the University of Michigan. The orientation session includes information about the role of postdocs, working with your P.I./supervisor, campus resources, benefits […]
The U-M 2024 Fall Job and Internship Fair is scheduled soon after school begins! Mark your calendars to attend a day on September 23, 24, or 25, or October 1. To make sure you are prepared for this opportunity, Grad School 101 is partnering with the University Career Center to offer a virtual resume workshop. In this program, […]
Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month at the University of Michigan with an interactive night of film, food, discussion, and community! Together, we’ll enjoy a screening of Between the Sun and the Sidewalk, followed by a Q&A and reception with the documentary’s director, Helen De Michiel. Registration is required at https://myumi.ch/ypNN4. We want to ensure full and […]
In this program you will learn about the resources available to you through Rackham such as conflict resolution services and the Rackham Graduate Student Emergency Fund. Registration is required at https://myumi.ch/ZD2Wp. We want to ensure full and equitable participation in our events. If an accommodation would promote your full participation in this event, please follow […]
Negotiation is something that many people feel unprepared for, especially during the job search process. We'll talk through the steps involved in salary negotiation, as well as negotiation tips that can be utilized in other contexts. Bring your questions, as there will be plenty of time for questions and answers. This event is intended to […]
As you may know, filing taxes as a graduate student isn't always as straightforward as we would hope. In this virtual event, Ed Jennings, the tax director at the University of Michigan, will walk us through how to prepare for tax season. This session is geared toward domestic students. You will have the opportunity to […]
Did you hear about the Professional Development Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Certificate Program being offered through Rackham Graduate School? Would you like to learn more? Come to this virtual information session to gain an understanding of what the DEI Certificate Program is all about and ask any questions you may have from program facilitators and […]
Join the Rackham Minority Serving Institution (MSI) Connect program for an engaging welcome back social! Discover more about our mission and upcoming programming while reconnecting with old friends and forging new connections.
Join us at the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre for Rackham Graduate School's Fall Welcome Ceremony—an inspiring event where you'll learn about the incredible offerings of Rackham from Dean Mike Solomon and student leaders. Get ready to be motivated, gain valuable insights, and discover the resources that will shape your academic journey at the University of Michigan. […]