Home Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week 2025 Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week 2025 Each year, during National Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week, the Rackham Graduate School joins universities from across the country to host events designed to support and recognize graduate students. 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 networking, delicious food, games, swag, and the relaxing, joyful presence of therapy dogs. Join us for a week of connection and celebration! Monday, April 7 Steeped in GRADitude Event Date: Monday, April 7, 2025 Event Time: 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Event Location: Rackham Graduate School: 4th Floor Kick off National Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week with Steeped in GRADitude—a special breakfast event celebrating you! Enjoy delicious breakfast options, fresh coffee, and great company. As a token of appreciation, attendees will receive a Rackham-branded coffee mug, while supplies last. Join us in recognizing the hard work and dedication of our graduate and professional student community. Sponsored by Rackham Professional Development and Engagement. Tuesday, April 8 Grad Grub Event Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 Event Time: 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. Event Location: Ingalls Mall North Food Truck Rally (Details Below) Take a break and grab some delicious food at Grad Grub, a special food truck rally in celebration of National Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week! Stop by to pick up a voucher and enjoy a meal from one of the featured food trucks: Whoa! Tacos Wanderbowls Little Caesars A tent will be set up outside for shade and shelter, and the East and West Conference Rooms on the 4th floor of Rackham will be available for additional seating and weather protection. As a bonus, attendees will receive a cozy Rackham-branded crewneck sweatshirt (while supplies last). Come for the food, stay for the fun, and celebrate with your fellow graduate and professional students! Sponsored by Rackham Professional Development and Engagement. Wednesday, April 9 Mornings and Mugs Event Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 Event Time: 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Event Location: North Campus: Gerstacker Grove Food Truck: Bearclaw Coffee Truck Start your morning off right at Mornings and Mugs! Join us for a morning pick-me-up featuring a Bearclaw Coffee Truck, serving up your favorites. Enjoy a complimentary cup of coffee and grab a Rackham-branded travel mug (while supplies last). Whether you’re on your way to class or taking a break, stop by and kick off your day with us! Sponsored by Rackham Professional Development and Engagement. Thursday, April 10 Professional Profile Boost Event Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025 Event Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Event Location: Rackham Graduate School: Assembly Hall, 4th Floor Enhance your professional presence with Professional Profile Boost! Whether you’re job searching, networking, or updating your credentials, this event is designed to help you put your best foot forward. Stop by for a free professional headshot, and get expert guidance on refining your LinkedIn profile and resume. Be sure to bring your laptop for on-the-spot reviews and updates! We recommend wearing business casual attire for your headshot, which will be taken against a blue background. Enjoy coffee and light refreshments while you polish your professional brand. Sponsored by Rackham Professional Development and Engagement, and the U-M Medical School Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies.
