Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week 2023
National Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week is an annual event designed to support and recognize students in these roles at universities across the country. The week is aimed at highlighting the great contributions and high value that graduate and professional students bring to our community. This year’s events include educational sessions, networking opportunities, and—of course—food!
Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week is April 3 to 7.
The week’s activities are sponsored by Rackham Graduate School, U-M Office of Student Life, Graduate Rackham International (GRIN), Rackham Student Government (RSG), and Students of Color of Rackham (SCOR).
Monday, April 3
Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Breakfast
9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
Rackham Assembly Hall, 4th Floor, 915 E Washington Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Graduate students do so much for our campus, and we want to thank you. Enjoy breakfast and network with fellow students as we kick off the week.
Sponsored by Professional Development and Engagement, Rackham Graduate School
Yoga
1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Multipurpose Room A, Intramural Sports Building (IMSB), 606 E Hoover Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Enjoy a relaxation hour and unwind for the week.
Sponsored by Students of Color of Rackham (SCOR)
Registration link coming soon.
Grow with GRIN
4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Downtown Home & Garden, 210 S Ashley St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
You’re invited the grow with your fellow Gradute Students, visit the Downtown Home & Garden to pick-up plants or seeds of outdoor plants for the upcoming summer season.
Sponsored by Graduate Rackham International (GRIN)
Tuesday, April 4
Stickers and Sweets
1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
Rackham Lobby, 915 E Washington Street, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Graduate students do so much for our campus, and we want to thank you. Enjoy a new Rackham-inspired and/or Michigan Dining-inspired sticker for your laptop, water bottle, or anywhere you’d like, and grab a sweet from the Michigan Bakeshop. Please note that we will be serving “grab and go” packaged items. Stickers are available while supplies last.
Sponsored by Professional Development and Engagement, Rackham Graduate School in collaboration with Rackham Development and Michigan Dining
Donuts and Coffee
9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
North Side of Duderstadt; next to the Grove, 2281 Bonisteel Blvd, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Stop by the Duderstadt Center for a morning snack to put a little pep in your step! Join RSG for donuts from Washtenaw Dairy and some morning coffee to get your day started on the right note.
Sponsored by Students of Color of Rackham & Rackham Student Government (RSG)
Wednesday, April 5
Yoga
1:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Multipurpose Room A, Intramural Sports Building (IMSB), 606 E Hoover Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Enjoy a relaxation hour and unwind for the weekend with fellow students.
Sponsored by Students of Color of Rackham (SCOR)
Thursday, April 6
Treats and T-Shirts
9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
North Campus: North West Surface Parking Lot NC-48 in Front of the Bob and Betty Beyster Building at 2260 Hayward Street
Graduate students do so much for our campus, and we want to thank you. Enjoy coffee and a treat from Bear Claw Coffee Co. and network with fellow students. Also, pick up your very own Rackham t-shirt. T-shirts are available while supplies last.
Sponsored by Professional Development and Engagement, Rackham Graduate School
Massages for Stress Relief
2:30 to 4:30 p.m.
East Conference Room – 4th Floor, Rackham Building, 915 East Washington Street
Take care of yourself and relieve stress with a free 10-Minute Massage, provided by RSG!
Sponsored by Rackham Student Government (RSG)
RSG Presents: I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Ice Cream
2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
East Lawn, Rackham Building, 915 East Washington Street
Treat yourself to a free ice cream treat on the East Lawn of the Rackham Building!
Sponsored by Rackham Student Government (RSG)
Graduate Appreciation Dinner and Games
5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Rackham Assembly Hall – 4th Floor, Rackham Building, 915 East Washington Street
Come enjoy appetizers and desserts from restaurants around Ann Arbor as a token of appreciation to all the graduate students and their contribution to the University. Join in on the fun with various games to compete with fellow students!
Sponsored by Graduate Rackham International (GRIN) in collaboration with Students of Color of Rackham (SCOR) & Rackham Student Government (RSG)
Friday, April 7
Donuts and Coffee
10:00 to 12:00 p.m.
In Front of the Rackham Building, 915 East Washington Street
Stop by the Rackham Building for a morning snack to put a little pep in your step! Join RSG for donuts from Washtenaw Dairy and some morning coffee to get your day started on the right note.
Sponsored by Rackham Student Government (RSG)
Movie Night with SCOR
2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Screening Room/Media Room (G039) at Munger Residence, 540 Thompson St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Enjoy a movie night to add some entertainment to your day!
Sponsored by Students of Color of Rackham (SCOR)
Registration link coming soon.
Peer Appreciation Board
Monday April 3rd-Friday April 7th
This is a virtual event.
Thank a fellow graduate and/or professional student today! Share your thoughts of gratitude, appreciation, and inspiration with your peers this week.