november

Tote Bag Painting (November 13, 2024 7:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 7:00pm
Location: Dana Natural Resources Building
Organized By: Clean Up Campus


Join Clean Up Campus for our sustainable tote bag painting event! We'll be promoting the use of reusable grocery bags by creating hand-painted tote bags!

Nov. 13 from 7-9pm in DANA 1046

RSVP is required for this event. All supplies are provided, and no experience is necessary.
There are a limited number of spots for this event, so please RSVP as soon as possible. We'll create a waitlist if necessary.



  • Social / Informal Gathering

november

Q+A (Queer and Affirming) (November 13, 2024 7:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 7:00pm
Location: Off Campus Location
Organized By: Wesley Foundation Campus Ministry


We'll gather for discussion, Bible or book studies, and discover the intersection of faith and identity. This group is for the LGBTQIA2S+ community and allies.




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PwC Entry Level Virtual Event Series - Where accounting can take you (November 13, 2024 7:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 7:00pm
Location:
Organized By: University Career Center


You should consider being an accountant. Yes, you. Workingas an accountant today is more than just numbers. The accounting field isundergoing a transformation and can offer you a pathway to gain experience and knowledge to create the career of your dreams at PwC and beyond.By attending this session you'll learn more about what accountants do and the benefits, skills, and value a career as a CPA can provide including: 
Flexibility and the ability to work anywhere or for anyone
Always in demand skills that last your entire career
Innovative tools and technology
Collaborative teamwork environment
High earning potential
Prestige of obtaining your CPA 
You won't want to miss out on learning moreabout why accounting might be the right field for you. Note: thisis one of two duplicative sessions being offered this fall.




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Music Education Carrigan Lecture: Dr. Kristen Pellegrino (November 13, 2024 7:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 7:00pm
Location: Earl V. Moore Building
Organized By: School of Music, Theatre & Dance


Kristen Pellegrino, recipient of the 2024 Christopher Kendall Award from the SMTD Alumni Board, presents a guest lecture with support from the Department of Music Education.

Many researchers have found connections between (a) developing a strong teacher identity; (b) building connections among themselves, their subject, and their students; and (c) positively affecting student learning and teacher satisfaction/ resilience. I will briefly share how I became interested in studying music teacher identity and my process of reframing how to study it. Then, I will spend most of the session sharing what I have learned about college music education majors’ music teacher identity development, and public-school string teachers’ and music teachers’ experiences, beliefs, teaching practices, and identities.

KRISTEN PELLEGRINO, Professor of Music Education at the University of Texas at San Antonio and Past-President of American String Teachers Association, has 40 scholarly publications. In addition to international and national research journal articles and book chapters, Kristen was co-editor of two Oxford University Press books (2019, 2023). She is currently co-authoring a third book, Conway Publications’ *Journeys of Becoming and Being Music Teachers* (forthcoming, 2025). Pellegrino’s degrees are from the University of Michigan (Ph.D. in music education; M.M. in violin/chamber music performance) and the Eastman School of Music (B.M. in music education; B.M. in violin performance).




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CSAS South Asian Film Series | Nocturnes (November 13, 2024 7:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 7:00pm
Location: Off Campus Location
Organized By: Center for South Asian Studies


Continuing our Spotlight On Women Directors series, Nocturnes is a 2024 documentary on how moths convey a mysterious message.

In the dense forests of the Eastern Himalayas, moths are whispering something to us. In the dark of night, two curious observers shine a light on this secret universe. Together, they are on an expedition to decode these nocturnal creatures in a remote ecological “hot spot” on the border of India and Bhutan. The result is a deeply immersive film that transports audiences to a rarely-seen place and urges us all to look more closely at the hidden interconnections of the natural world. From directors Anirban Dutta and Anupama Srinivasan.

This screening is FREE and open to the public (must reserve free tickets/RSVP in advance)

Tickets: https://marquee-arts.org/event-page/tickets/?showingId=892704

Film website: https://www.sandboxfilms.org/films/nocturnes/

*Made possible with the generous support of the Title VI grant from the U.S. Department of Education.*




november

Swing Ann Arbor: Weekly Beginner Lesson + Social Dance (November 13, 2024 6:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:30pm
Location: Vandenberg Room (2nd floor)
Organized By: Maize Pages Student Organizations


Swing Ann Arbor hosts a beginner drop-in lesson and social dance every Wednesday! No partner or experience needed. You do not need to be student of the University of Michigan to attend. Just bring yourself and some comfy shoes! WHEN:
Join us Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30pm for a free beginner drop-in lesson, followed by a social dance from 7:30-9:30pm!  COST:
Admission to beginner drop-in lesson: FREE!
Admission to social dance: $5 or FREE if you take the beginner drop-in lesson/are an SAA member Photo Credit: Samantha Kunz Photography




november

November Intro to Buddhism Meeting (November 13, 2024 6:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:30pm
Location: Michigan League
Organized By: Maize Pages Student Organizations


Discover the connection between inner peace and positive change in the world around us! Join us for a brief presentation, discussion, and personal experiences on how transforming ourselves can lead to a harmonious environment.Topic: “Oneness of Life and Its Environment”     - https://www.worldtribune.org/2020/establishing-the-correct-teaching-for-the-peace-of-the-land.      - [Winning Over Ourselves Brings Victory in All Other Realms](https://www.worldtribune.org/2021/winning-over-ourselves-brings-victory-in-all-other-realms/     - [https://www.worldtribune.org/2020/establishing-the-correct-teaching-for-the-peace-of-the-land/](https://www.worldtribune.org/2020/establishing-the-correct-teaching-for-the-peace-of-the-land/)Location: Michigan League - Room 6 (1st Floor)Time: 6:30pm to 7:30pm




november

Music Meditation Session + Free Dinner! (November 13, 2024 6:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:30pm
Location: East Quad 1511
Organized By: Maize Pages Student Organizations


Join us every Wednesday in East Quad 1511 from 6:30-7:30 for a fun evening of meditation with live musical accompaniment, breathing exercises, insightful discussions, and a free vegetarian dinner! Open to anyone, regardless of meditation experience! If you're looking for a place to relax and destress in the middle of your busy week, this club is for you! 




november

Karate Practice (November 13, 2024 6:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:30pm
Location: Gretchen's House
Organized By: Maize Pages Student Organizations


"True karate is this: that in daily life one's mind and body be trained and developed in a spirit of humility, and that in critical times, one be devoted utterly to the cause of justice."
--Gichin Funakoshi- Founder of Shotokan Karate Fall 2024 Practice Schedule Wednesday 6:30pm - 8:15pm  @  Gretchen's House, 1580 Dhu Varren Rd Sunday 2:30pm - 4:30pm  @  B225 Medium Multi-purpose Room, Intramural Sports Building (please complete the liability waiver prior to your first Sunday practice)    Exceptions -- Sunday 9/1 practice 2-4pm; no practice on 10/13 & 12/1New members are always welcome. No previous experience is necessary. Just come to any practice. You may watch a practice or actually participate when you come. If you want to participate, wear loose fitting clothes, trim your nails, and no jewelry.




november

For Us, By Us: Envisioning a Kiki Methodology in Black Queer Storytelling (November 13, 2024 6:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:30pm
Location: Museum of Art
Organized By: Spectrum Center


Who are you? What is your story? How do you express yourself? The experiences of Black queer life are reflected in the ways we tell our stories. We will explore a kiki methodology grounded in ballroom culture and Black queer storytelling. Drawing from queer of color critique and narrative construction, kiki methodology engages in three components: Black queer meaning-making, Black queer storytelling, and Black queer artistic expression. Kiki methodology connects envisioning and centering words, feelings, and voices of the Black queer community in the form of storytelling in higher education. We will engage about what is needed to be in queer community and kinship through storytelling.

ABOUT DR. HUTCHINGS
Dr. Quortne R. Hutchings (they, them) is a first-generation college graduate, proud Ronald E. McNair scholar alum, and assistant professor of higher education at Northern Illinois University. Their research primarily focuses on Black gay, bisexual, queer, and non-binary undergraduate and graduate students’ academic and social experiences in higher education, minoritized student affairs professionals’ experiences in student and academic affairs, and supporting students, faculty, and staff navigating substance use and recovery. Their research has been published in the Journal of College Student Development, Departures in Critical Qualitative Research, Journal of Higher Education, and International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education.

TRANS AWARENESS MONTH
Trans Awareness Month is presented by Spectrum Center, and events are presented by units across campus. Find more Trans Awareness Month events at spectrumcenter.umich.edu/trans-awareness-month




november

Bursley Hall (2024-2025) (Housing) (November 13, 2024 6:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:30pm
Location: Douglas 6th Floor Lounge
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan





november

Walk to the Trans Awareness Month Keynote (November 13, 2024 6:15pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:15pm
Location: East Quadrangle
Organized By: Michigan Housing Diversity and Inclusion


Join the GILE DPE in attending the Spectrum Center's Trans Awareness Month Keynote address. There will be a brief discussion after the event to reflect and share insights. Let’s come together to learn, support, and grow!




november

VIZ'D 2024: A Data Visualization Competition (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location: CCCB 3420
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


Join the Quantitative Methods in the Social Sciences (QMSS) program for a night of making data fun and engaging! Sign up to compete on teams of 2-3 in 2 rounds of competition. Students in our audience will have an opportunity to vote on their favorite visuals from each round. We will have QMSS- and University of Michigan-themed prizes for participants and audience members as well as dinner on us!




november

Visioning: Laying the Foundation for the Future (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location: Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Organized By: Arts Initiative


sara faraj will lead this workshop and guide participants in the process of setting intentions for the future through writing, painting, and planting. Participants will be given paper and writing utensils for the writing activity. Plants, pots, paint for pots, and soil will be provided for the planting activity.

sara faraj (Master of Urban and Regional Planning (M.U.R.P.) '24) is one of three master’s degree-level residents chosen for the 2024 Creative Careers Residency at the Arts Initiative. She is interested in Photovoice as a participatory action research (PAR) methodology that empowers and activates positive change within us and, therefore, positive change in the world around us.

RSVP needed: http://visioning.rsvpify.com
Maximum number of participants: 15

Are you attending one of these workshops? You can submit your work for our Take Care Student Exhibition.
More info and submission form here: https://artsinitiative.slideroom.com/#/login/program/79201

•••

The Arts Initiative, in partnership with Wolverine Wellness, is launching a series of free art-making workshops for the Take Care AY 2024-25 focus. These workshops are an opportunity to create art, brush up on dance techniques, and other artistic forms. No prior experience required. Led by local and regional artists, the workshops are open to the entire U-M and local community. All supplies necessary will be provided at the workshop.

For questions or to request accessibility accommodations, please contact Félix Zamora-Gómez at felixzg@umich.edu.




november

UU Weekly: Gadgets Galore (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location: Michigan Union
Organized By: Center for Campus Involvement CCI


Enjoy crafting your own phone keychains, and giveaways such as stylus pens, electronic wipes, cool stickers, and other exciting prizes! Snacking and other delicious treats will be available. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with peers, and engage in team-building activities in a fun atmosphere. Mark your calendars and celebrate with us in the Michigan Union Courtyard!



  • Social / Informal Gathering

november

Teach For America Info Session (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location: 4448 East Hall
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan





november

Teach For America Ignite Fellowship Info Session (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location:
Organized By: University Career Center


Interested in jumpstarting a purpose-driven career and making an impact with elementary, middle school, or high school students this coming spring? Join Teach For America to learn about a paid, part-time, virtual tutoring opportunity as a TFA Ignite Fellow.As a TFA Ignite Fellow, you become a catalyst for change, driving educational success for the students you work with. Our program is designed to break down barriers for students in low income communities, creating limitless learning opportunities. Your efforts will help students achieve their full potential, making education accessible and impactful.Looking for opportunities to gain real world experience and grow as a professional? Join our info session to learn details about the fellowship experience and application process.*Open to all undergraduate and graduate students and accepting applications for Spring 2025**All majors welcome*




november

Round Table Insight Sessions: A series of open discussions with ME students (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location:
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


We invite you to participate in a series of student roundtable discussions, centering and exploring the experiences of ME students. Students at all levels are welcome to join, from undergraduate to Masters to PhD. These sessions are meant to bridge gaps in our community and show commitment of mutual support. 
Share Your TruthThis is your platform to express your experiences, aspirations, and concerns within our department. Your stories matter, and we are here to actively listen and learn from each other.
Forge ConnectionsConnect with fellow students who understand your journey. Build supportive networks, exchange ideas, and foster a sense of belonging within our community.
Inclusivity in ActionWhile our focus is on amplifying the voices of marginalized students, we embrace and celebrate the diversity within our community. Allies and friends committed to creating an inclusive environment are warmly encouraged to join us.
Each session will provide a meal and a ME swag item to all participants. To help us plan times for sessions please fill out the interest form by clicking on the button below. We look forward to connecting with you.




november

PGY1 Community-based Pharmacy Residency Open House (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location:
Organized By: University Career Center


Join us to learn more about our PGY1 Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program at St. Luke's, and hear from our Community pharmacy leadership, residency leaders and current residents in this hour-long informational and Q&A session!At St. Luke’s Health System, ourvibrant team is the heartbeat of our organization! As the state's largestemployer, we proudly boast over 13,500 staff members and more than 1,800 dedicated medical professionals, all passionate about transforming lives in our community.Our pharmacy team plays a pivotal role, offering evidence-based pharmaceutical care while fostering collaboration in a supportive environment. Through our dynamic 12-month PGY1 Community-based Pharmacy Residency Program, residents gain invaluable experience working alongside seasoned pharmacists, honing their skills to become confident clinical leaders. Our residents make a real impact on patient care and outcomes at St. Luke’s! 




november

Munger Graduate Residences (2024-2025) (Housing) (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location: Munger Fellows Lounge
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


Come Join the Munger Community by attending events hosted by our RA's! Feel free to select and attend as many events as you would like!




november

Michigan Computer Graphics - General Meeting (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location: Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Building
Organized By: Michigan Computer Graphics


At Michigan Computer Graphics (MCG), our goal is to offer all interested campus members a unique platform to explore, learn, discuss, and engage with the various disciplines of computer graphics (CG). You'll have the opportunity to collaborate on exciting projects, develop creative skills, and expand your network within the industry and beyond.

This is MCG's weekly general meeting. Join us for a variety of content and events, including introductory presentations, hands-on projects, and guest speakers!

https://michigancg.org/




november

Get to Know Jane Street's Trading Desk Operations Engineer (TDOE) Internship (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location:
Organized By: University Career Center


Get to Know Trading Desk Operations Engineer (TDOE)at Jane Street! Date: Wednesday, November 13thLocation: ZoomTime: 6:00pm - 7:00pm ETJoin us for a virtual information session aboutJane Street's TDOE Internship! As a Trading Desk Operations Engineer (TDOE) intern, you’ll be integral to the firm’s success, helping to build and maintain desk infrastructure that supports the trading of thousands of financial products across 200 venues in over 45 countries. TDOEInterns wear many hats, helping to manage the operational side of the trading desk’s activities and interfacing with various groups within the firm to ensure our work is accurate and efficient. Join us to learn more!Sign up here by 12PM on Tuesday, November 12th. We will confirm attendees by EOD on November 12th. _______________Jane Street is a quantitative trading firm with offices worldwide. We hire smart, humble people who love to solve problems, build systems, and test theories.You’ll learn something new every day in our office—whether it’s connecting with a colleague to share perspectives, or participating in a talk, class, or game night. Our success is driven by our people and we never stop improving.Want to learn more? Check out the latest happenings at Jane Street.




november

Fall into Wellness (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location: Trotter Multicultural Center
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


De-stress at this fun come and go event presented by Trotter Multicultural Center & Wolverine Wellness! We will have food, music, and a therapy dog for students to pet!



  • Social / Informal Gathering

november

Engendering Respectful Communities - AY24 - 25 Workshops (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location: 2001 Literature Science and the Arts Building; 500 S State St, Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


Engendering Respectful Communities (ERC) is a one session workshop that engages graduate students in meaningful dialogue about various forms of sexual misconduct they may encounter in both professional and social spaces, and provides resources for intervention or support in such circumstances.

The primary goal of the workshop is to address complexities experienced by graduate students as they engage in bystander intervention, so that participants gain an increase in awareness of barriers to action and familiarity with strategic planning to overcome them. The workshop also introduces participants to on-campus resources and provides knowledge on how sexual misconduct can unfold in graduate-specific settings.
The ERC workshop uses small-group circles intended to promote active reflection and space to build community. The procedure of circles is introduced at the beginning of the workshop in order to help participants get used to the process, which they do through a circle for introductions and value-sharing for the workshop space. These circles depict various, realistic scenarios related to sexual misconduct within the graduate community. The circle process allows circle members to process the monologues, reflect on complexities with identity and power dynamics within them, name potential barriers to intervention, and think of various ways in which they might respond if faced with similar situations. The circles provide a way to foster collective building of ideas, where participants learn from one another and all input is equally valued. Participants are encouraged to share but can always pass if desired, creating an environment where participation is open but not forced. Due to the participatory nature of the workshop, if you are to arrive more than 20 minutes late, we will ask you to re-register for another workshop session.If you have any questions about or concerns with taking this workshop, or are in need of an exemption, please contact jhippe@umich.edu or fill out this form. We know some students come to campus having already experienced harm. If you have circumstances that make completing this course challenging, please reach out to the GROPWE team. SAPAC GROWE provides exemptions to the ERC workshop (where requirements are set in place) on a case by case basis. The Program Manager will communicate with students requesting exemptions via email and/or meet with students via zoom meetings to discuss their need for exemptions and provide any relevant and necessary resources.




november

Deutschtisch im Max Kade Haus (November 13, 2024 6:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 6:00pm
Location: North Quad
Organized By: Germanic Languages & Literatures


Deutschtisch is a weekly event in the North Quad dining hall for Max Kade residents and visitors from outside of Max Kade Haus to speak German during a meal.



  • Social / Informal Gathering

november

Wonder Walks (November 13, 2024 5:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:30pm
Location: Matthaei Botanical Gardens
Organized By: Matthaei Botanical Gardens & Nichols Arboretum


Matthaei Botanical Gardens is hosting free guided nature walks on select Wednesdays and Sundays.  These walks are FREE, no registration is required. Wonder Walks are designed for all ages to inspire curiosity and learning from each other through activities that model curiosity and honor nature. If we have a sizeable mixed-age group, we may separate into two sets to offer the same content at different levels of engagement.

Wednesday walks begin at 5:30 pm.  Sunday walks begin at 1:00 pm. We recommend gathering inside the lobby of Matthaei Botanical Gardens about 10 minutes before the start.

Sunday, November 10: Warm Winter Spices Why do we crave pumpkin spice, spiced cider, and cinnamon in the winter months? Learn about the use of spices from around the world and taste flavor-filled spiced teas.

Wednesday, November 13: Warm Winter Spices Why do we crave pumpkin spice, spiced cider, and cinnamon in the winter months? Learn about the use of spices from around the world and taste flavor-filled spiced teas.

Wednesday, November 20: Branching Out Leaves have fallen, and branches are mostly bare, but trees provide us with so much beauty and inspiration. Explore the patterns found in trees, the beauty of unique tree features and the ways trees and humans are so deeply connected.

Sunday, November 24: Branching Out Leaves have fallen, and branches are mostly bare, but trees provide us with so much beauty and inspiration. Explore the patterns found in trees, the beauty of unique tree features and the ways trees and humans are so deeply connected.




november

Science Café: A problem so small you can see it from space (November 13, 2024 5:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:30pm
Location: Off Campus Location
Organized By: Museum of Natural History


Do we really consume a credit card’s worth of microplastics in a week? If microplastics are so small, how can they have such a big impact on our waterways? What are microplastics, anyway?

Explore these questions and more at November's Science Café! Please join Chris Ruf, Principal Investigator of the Remote Sensing Group (RSG) in the Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering Department (CLaSP) and graduate student Gopal Sundaram of the College of Engineering; Melissa Duhaime, Associate Professor in the Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology; and members of the Duhaime Lab (Rachel Cable, Lizy Michaelson, Skyler Har), for a discussion about one of our planet’s biggest tiny problems.




november

BLI Community Meetings (November 13, 2024 5:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:30pm
Location: Weiser Hall, 10th Floor
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


BLI Community Meetings are bimonthly events for Leadership Learning and Connection Making (with Delicious Food)!Are you interested in connecting with students from across campus while elevating your leadership learning? Exploring the possibilities in the BLI and enjoy a free dinner in a dynamic, welcoming, and supportive community.




november

BLI Community Meeting - Love & Gratitude (November 13, 2024 5:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:30pm
Location: Weiser Hall
Organized By: Barger Leadership Institute


At this meeting, the BLI will be spreading love by making cards and sending them to Letters of Love to be distributed to children in hospitals. We will be emphasizing the importance of gratitude and giving back. Any undergraduate student at the University of Michigan is welcome to attend!




november

BINDx Meeting (November 13, 2024 5:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:30pm
Location: Industrial and Operations Engineering Building
Organized By: Industrial & Operations Engineering


Please join us for our final BIndx Meeting of the semester! UM-ChemE Alum, Lauren Sinclair, will be joining us. She is the Principal Program Lead of Service & Hospitality at Chick-fil-A Corporate. She has also worked in consulting at McKinsey & Co. Join us for dinner and a great conversation with our guest speaker.

The Black Industrial Engineers (BIndx, pronounced BIND-ex) group is composed of IOE students and faculty who come together informally for meaningful conversations and fellowship to promote learning, mentoring, and networking. The BIndx program was initiated to promote a learning space where students feel comfortable engaging with faculty. BIndx meetings occur as informal monthly discussions to help form relationships between faculty and minoritized students.  BIndx hosts a diverse group of guest speakers throughout the semester with a specific focus to facilitate conversations, build connections, and empower self-reflection.

RSVP here if you plan to attend by Wednesday, November 6 at 4pm: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScif8bdN3oCBd6zcdy8ui7tnfuuUubgurfEffN65QeE05R1HQ/viewform

Dinner will be served ONLY to those who RSVP. 
Due to capacity constraints, this event is limited to 40 people.




november

Weekly Wednesday Night Study Sessions (November 13, 2024 5:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:00pm
Location: Literature Science and Arts Building
Organized By: Maize Pages Student Organizations


Come Join us every Wednesday evening from 5-10pm at the Literature Science and Arts Building in the Transfer Student Center for a group study session. The space is dedicated during these hours for student veterans so feel free to drop in anytime during these hours. 



  • Social / Informal Gathering

november

TUT Presents: Dinners for Democracy (November 13, 2024 5:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:00pm
Location:
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


Dinners for Democracy are nonpartisan presentations and small group discussions on topics students care about hosted by the student organization, Turn Up Turnout (TUT). Participants can expect to gain:A deeper knowledge of the issue and an opportunity to discuss your thoughtsInformation about how your vote in local offices can affect the issueAdditional resources you can use to learn moreFree food at in-person events! 




november

Residence Hall Pop-up Advising (November 13, 2024 5:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:00pm
Location: East Quadrangle
Organized By: Newnan LSA Academic Advising Center


Registration starts soon, and LSA Newnan advisors are coming to you! We'll be in residence halls discussing course planning for the winter term and answering any questions you may have.

Join us from 5-8 on select nights. We're looking forward to seeing you!




november

FYRST Workshops Fall 2024 (November 13, 2024 5:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:00pm
Location: Pierpont Commons - Boulevard Room
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


First-Year Relationship and Sexuality Talk (FYRST) is a required, in-person, and peer-facilitated workshop that came directly from feedback and listening sessions with current University of Michigan students. Our goal is to create an accessible, supportive space for student-driven conversations where all identities and experiences are welcomed and in which students can build skills and tools around identifying goals and values and then communicate effectively about those. Workshops will be offered at multiple locations and times throughout the fall semester, so please sign up for the workshop that works for you!! First-Year Relationship Sexuality Talk (FYRST) FAQ:
“How many workshops do I have to sign up for?”
You only need to sign up for 1 workshop. Attending 1 workshop will fulfill the requirement for the training. 
“I see that there is more than one session, does it matter which one I sign up for?”
It generally does not matter which workshop you sign up for. There will be a few that are designated for specific groups such as transfer students or for students looking for accommodations. If you do not fit these groups please try to save these workshops for those that do and you are free to choose among any of the other workshops. 
“Is this workshop required?”
This workshop is required for all transfer and first-year students at the University of Michigan.
“I’ve experienced harm around relationships or sexual experiences in the past and I am worried that attending this workshop may be harmful for me.” 
Our team is aware that students who are coming into the university that have experienced harm in the past. Our workshop is specifically designed to respect and validate the experiences of survivors and has been carefully constructed to avoid any specific descriptions of violence and focus instead on themes of empowerment, communication, and boundary setting. However, if you still have concerns about programming and would like to request alternative programming, please feel free to reach out at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.
“What if I struggle to learn in a presentation setting? I’m an active learner.”
Our workshop is built to meet a variety of learning styles, including time for self-reflection, small group sharing, and resources to take with you to work through on your own time! This workshop is meant to be interactive and inclusive. 
“Can I request accommodations?”
We considered accessibility in creating this workshop and selecting the locations in which the workshops are help. However, we recognize many places at the University are inaccessible and we've set an * next to workshops that are on the first floor and lack stairs. These workshops also will have a presentation (other workshops we do not) and are a good fit for those who might need a large font. Please sign up for those if you feel that accommodations would assist you and reach out to SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu if you are concerned or have questions. 
“I missed my workshop, what should I do ?”
Our team tracks attendance at each workshop by having participants swipe in with their MCard. If you are not able to attend the workshop you signed up for, our team will continue to send reminder emails until you have completed a workshop. In this case, please sign up for another workshop as soon as you can as the workshop is required and may fill up especially near the end of the semester. No need to contact SAPAC unless you are not able to reschedule. 
“I have had gender-based violence training before, can I get this requirement waived?”
As this workshop was designed with University of Michigan student feedback in mind, our workshop is unique to the UM community. Our curriculum focuses on individualized reflection and because of its interactive nature, each workshop will be unique to the people attending. Although we are excited you already have familiarity with the subject, this workshop is required for every first year and transfer student. 
“I’m a commuter/non-traditional student, do I still have to attend?"
Yes, this workshop is required for every first-year and transfer student - not only do we want every student to benefit from having this time to connect with peers, but we also want to make sure your peers benefit from what you bring to our community. If you have any concerns or questions about being able to participate, please contact SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.
“I still have questions! Who should I contact?"
Please contact us at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu or call our office at (734) 764-7771.




november

Early Contract Info Session for Educators #2 (November 13, 2024 5:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:00pm
Location:
Organized By: University Career Center


Providence Public Schools is excited to announce the launch of our Early Contract Hiring Fair, providing a unique opportunity for prospective employees to connect with the District and secure an early contract for the 2025-2026 school year. This November we will be hosting three virtual info sessions in whichyou will be able to learn more about who we are, opportunities within PPSD, and how to obtain an Early Contract for the 25'-26' academic school year.  Please make sure to RSVP by completing the registration form. If you are having trouble registering or have questions, please reach out to careers@ppsd.org.




november

Dinner for Democracy: Immigration (November 13, 2024 5:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:00pm
Location: Weill Hall (Ford School)
Organized By: Turn Up Turnout


Note: this is an in-person event on the Ann Arbor Campus.

When asked, voters have ranked immigration as one of their top issues this election year. People have been immigrating to the United States since before the country was established. In that long span of time, the immigration process, U.S. immigration laws, and sources of immigrants to the U.S. have changed often.

Join Turn Up Turnout for a nonpartisan, educational presentation on Immigration. FREE FOOD provided.

Register here: https://sessions.studentlife.umich.edu/track/event/session/81565




november

Baits II (2024-2025) (Housing) (November 13, 2024 5:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:00pm
Location: Coman Lounge
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan





november

2025 Possibilities Summit Alumni Panel - November 13th (November 13, 2024 5:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 5:00pm
Location:
Organized By: University Career Center


This informative presentation will help you learn about therecruitment process for the Goldman Sachs 2025 Possibilities Summit program. Hear from our Campus Recruiting team as well as Possibilities Summit alumni at the firm about their unique career pathways to their current roles and lessons learned along the way. While our session is open to all students, we encourage current Freshmen & Sophomores to come learn about our 2026 and 2027 Summer Analyst opportunities. We ask that you register through our GS Events portal in order to track your attendance. The registration can be accessed by copying and pasting the following: https://recruiting360.avature.net/candidates?projectId=21470&source=Campus




november

Foundations of Community Engagement (November 13, 2024 4:30pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:30pm
Location: https://umich.zoom.us/j/97648857561
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


Foundations of Community Engagement is an interactive workshop that introduces principles and practices of equitable, ethical community engagement. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of what the term “community engagement” means, as well as the many forms it might take - from research and course-based projects to philanthropy, activism, policy, and direct service. Across all these forms of engagement, participants will learn concepts and actions that promote equitable partnerships, center community-defined priorities, and disrupt entrenched power dynamics between universities and community members. Participants will also discuss real-world community engagement scenarios that ask them to apply what they’ve learned in the workshop to various situations.

**This workshop is an updated version of Ginsberg’s long-standing Entering, Engaging, and Exiting (E3) session. If you’ve attended that session in the past, you’ll gain additional knowledge from this session.**




november

West Quad (2024-2025) (Housing) (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location: Davidson Wintergarden
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan





november

USA - Campus - Get to Know EY: General Information Session & Panel (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location:
Organized By: University Career Center


Curious about a career at EY? Come join us to learn more about EY, our service lines, practices, and overall culture. This sessionwill start with a general firm overview, followed by a panel of EY stafffrom our Assurance, Tax, Consulting, and Strategy and Transactions service lines. EY campus recruiters will close out with recruiting reminders and resources. We hope to see you there!




november

NCAL Kaiser Permanente - Psychology Postdoctoral Residency Program- Info. Session (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location:
Organized By: University Career Center


Kaiser Permanente’s Northern California Mental Health Training Program would like to invite you to join us and a panel of experts at one of our upcoming Psychology Postdoctoral Residency Virtual Information Sessions. The session will provide you with a high-level overview of Kaiser Permanente, details around the program and position, and an opportunity to ask questions. We look forward to seeing you!




november

Entropy solutions and selection for certain classes of mean field games (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location:
Organized By: Financial/Actuarial Mathematics Seminar - Department of Mathematics


Mean field games model the strategic interaction among a large number of players by reducing the problem to two entities: the statistical distribution of all players on the one hand and a representative player on the other. The master equation, introduce by Lions, models this interaction in a single equation, whose independent variables are time, state, and distribution. It can be viewed as a nonlinear transport equation on an infinite dimensional space. Solving this transport equation by the method of characteristics is essentially equivalent to finding the unique Nash equilibrium. When the equilibrium is not unique, we seek selection principles, i.e. how to determine which equilibrium players should follow in practice. A natural question, from the mathematical point of view, is whether entropy solutions can be used as a selection principle. We will examine certain classes of mean field games to show that the question is rather subtle and yields both positive and negative results.




november

Engaging Scientists in Policy and Advocacy (ESPA) Elevator Pitch Workshop (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location: Taubman Health Sciences Library Room 6000
Organized By: Sessions @ Michigan


Welcome! Whether or not you're a member of ESPA, we encourage you to join us in this workshop to learn about and practice forming elevator pitches. 
Here, you will learn how you can quickly pitch your research to a a variety of audiences both familiar and unfamiliar with your discipline, helping you catch the attention of individuals ranging from policy-makers to fellow scientists. If you want to hone your ability to quickly explain your work in an eye-catching fashion, join us for this workshop and grab some free food while you're at it!




november

Donia Human Rights Center Panel Discussion | Reproductive Rights as Human Rights: International Perspectives (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location: Lane Hall
Organized By: Donia Human Rights Center


Payal Shah, JD, Director, Program on Sexual Violence in Conflict Zones, Physicians for Human Rights; Tamara Dávila, Human Rights Fellow at the Arcus Center for Social Justice Leadership in Kalamazoo College, Michigan; Seda Saluk, Assistant Professor, Women’s and Gender Studies, University of Michigan.

Co-sponsored by: U-M Global Feminisms Project, Department of Women's and Gender Studies, Institute for Research on Women and Gender, University of Michigan, and Center for Middle East and North African Studies

This interdisciplinary panel will discuss ongoing efforts around the world to defend reproductive justice as an essential human right, tied to the rights to life, health, equality and autonomy. Speakers will address the role of legal and medical professionals as well as scholars and activists in documenting the harm of restrictions on reproductive rights and advocating for victims with particular focus on the U.S., Nicaragua and Turkey.

This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required if you intend to participate virtually.

Register at: https://myumi.ch/qV9xg

CHAIR:

Professor Michele Heisler, MD, MPA

Professor, Internal Medicine, Health Behavior and Health Equity; Medical Director, Physicians for Human Rights.

Dr. Michele Heisler is renowned for her work in advancing health through respect for human rights and addressing social determinants of health. Internationally recognized for her research on the health consequences of human rights violations, she has authored over 300 peer-reviewed articles and has been instrumental in developing protocols, legislation, and partnerships aimed at preventing violence and discrimination.

PANELISTS:

Payal Shah, JD

Director, Program on Sexual Violence in Conflict Zones, Physicians for Human Rights (participating virtually via Zoom)

Payal Shah, a distinguished human rights lawyer with over 15 years in gender equality and sexual and reproductive rights advocacy, currently directs a major initiative on reproductive rights at Physicians for Human Rights. Her work focuses on training and advocacy to support survivors of sexual violence and improve forensic evidence collection globally.

Tamara Dávila

Human Rights Fellow, Arcus Center for Social Justice Leadership, Kalamazoo College, Michigan

Tamara Dávila, a Nicaraguan psychologist, feminist activist, and human rights defender, has dedicated her career to advocating for sexual and reproductive rights and supporting survivors of violence. Dávila's activism has led to her imprisonment, and she continues her advocacy work from exile in the United States, focusing on empowering marginalized communities.

Seda Saluk, PhD

Assistant Professor, Women’s and Gender Studies, University of Michigan

Feminist anthropologist Seda Saluk specializes in medical anthropology, science and technology studies, and Middle East studies. Her current book project, “Monitoring Reproduction: Surveillance and Care in Turkey”, investigates the complexities of reproductive surveillance against the backdrop of demographic changes. Her research has been widely supported and published in several leading academic journals.

If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you, please contact us. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.




november

Distinguished University Professorship Lecture Series (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location: Michigan League
Organized By: University and Development Events


Sponsored by the Office of the President and the Office of the Provost, this event features three Distinguished University Professors speaking on their professional and scholarly experiences. Each concise lecture will be followed by a brief Q & A.

“Evolutionary Genetics: Origins of Biodiversity” by Patricia J. Wittkopp (Deborah E. Goldberg Distinguished University & Arthur F. Thurnau Professor of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and Molecular, Cellular & Developmental Biology, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts).

“The Making of an Academic Surgeon” by Kevin C. Chung (William C. Grabb Distinguished University Professor of Surgery, Charles B. G. De Nancrede Professor of Surgery, Plastic Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery, Michigan Medicine).

“Do You Know Mathematics Well Enough to Teach Fourth Grade?” by Deborah Loewenberg Ball (Jessie Jean Storey-Fry Distinguished University Professor of Education, Arthur F. Thurnau Professor, William H. Payne Collegiate Professor of Education, Professor of Education, Marsal Family School of Education, Research Professor, Survey Research Center, Institute for Social Research).




november

DCMB / CCMB Weekly Seminar featuring Karen Miga, PhD (UC Santa Cruz Genomics Institute) (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location: Palmer Commons
Organized By: DCMB Seminar Series


Abstract: The initial Human Genome Project was a landmark achievement, serving as an essential resource for basic and clinical science, as well as for understanding human history, for over two decades. However, it needs an upgrade due to missing data, inaccurately assembled regions, and its inability to fully represent and identify sequence variants equitably. A single reference map, regardless of its completeness, cannot encapsulate the variation across the human population, leading to biases and ultimately inequity in genomic studies. Recognizing this limitation, the new initiative known as the Human Pangenome Project aims to deliver hundreds of highly accurate and complete genomes. This effort intends to define all bases of each chromosome from telomere to telomere (T2T), ensuring a broader representation of common variants across the human species. Achieving these goals will require the rise of new tools and technology standards for complete genome assemblies and pangenomics, which will have broad and lasting impact on genomic research.

Short bio: Throughout her career, she has developed innovative computational and experimental approaches to advance understanding of centromeric and pericentromeric DNAs. She works at the forefront of genome technologies as part of the T2T and Pangenome initiative to construct genetic and epigenetic maps to expand our understanding of their structure and function. As a group leader, she prioritizes fostering a creative and scientifically rigorous environment that supports inclusivity and diversity within our scientific team. She also prioritizes training that operates at the intersection of science, justice, and equity.




november

Center for Emerging Democracies (@umichDemocracy) Roundtable. Immigration, Authoritarianism, and Democracy (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location: Michigan League
Organized By: Center for Emerging Democracies


Immigration has become a polarizing issue across democratic, authoritarian, and transitioning contexts. Anti-immigrant rhetoric has become part of the standard playbook for authoritarian populists. Immigration policies in ostensibly democratic countries are becoming more restrictive, all while political conflict, war, pandemics, and intensifying climate change are leading to greater numbers of people migrating in search of safety and a better life. With immigration discourse taking up much of the oxygen in politics across the world, understanding the interconnections among immigration, democracy, and authoritarianism has become more important than ever. This roundtable brings together distinguished scholars to discuss how controversies surrounding immigration and immigrants have become critical for sustaining or upending democracy.

Moderator: Nandini Dey, Research Fellow, Center for Emerging Democracies.

Speakers:

Rebecca Wai
Ph.D. Candidate, Political Science Department, Freedom House Emerging Democracies Fellow, University of Michigan

Erin Chung
Professor of Political Science, Charles D. Miller Chair in East Asian Politics, Department of Political Science, Johns Hopkins University

Alexandra Filindra
Professor of Political Science & Psychology, University of Illinois-Chicago

Silvia Pedraza
Professor of Sociology and American Culture, University of Michigan

Zoom webinar link
Short URL link: https://myumi.ch/5yEEx

If there is anything we can do to make this event accessible to you, please contact us. Please be aware that advance notice is necessary as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.




november

Alum Connection Grad School Series-Master of Science in Information with Jamie Monville (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location: Off Campus Location
Organized By: LSA Opportunity Hub


Are you passionate about UX research and design? Curious about building a career in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of AI? Join us for an inspiring session with LSA alum Jamie Monville as she shares her journey—from an undergraduate degree in English Language and Literature and a Master of Science in Information, to her role as Senior Product Manager at a nonprofit creating AI-powered literacy tools. Whether you're considering a career in technology, exploring MS programs, or still weighing your options, this is a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and advice from an accomplished leader in the field.


About Jamie Monville

Jamie Monville is currently a Senior Product Manager at Quill.org, a nonprofit building free online learning tools that use AI to provide students with immediate feedback and coaching on their writing. Prior to joining Quill.org, Jamie spent more than a decade in Ann Arbor earning her B.A. in English Language and Literature, a Master of Science in Information from the School of Information, and in her work supporting LSA students as a staff member at LSA Tech Services and the LSA Opportunity Hub.


You should attend this session if you are:

An undergraduate U-M LSA student
Interested in career paths available in Tech, User Experience, or AI
Thinking about applying to MS programs after you graduate from LSA
Wanting to learn more about what a product manager does and how to become one



What you’ll gain by attending:

Make a valuable connection with a successful LSA alum ready to help you navigate the MS application process
Get ideas for how to build and grow a career in the field of technology
Gain tips and tricks for building communities and networks past your LSA degree


RSVP now to be a part of the conversation. The link to join this Alum Connection will be emailed to you after you RSVP.



  • Social / Informal Gathering

november

Algebraic Geometry Seminar: Homological mirror symmetry for K3 surfaces (November 13, 2024 4:00pm)

Event Begins: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 4:00pm
Location: East Hall
Organized By: Algebraic Geometry Seminar - Department of Mathematics


Joint work with Ailsa Keating (Cambridge). We prove the homological mirror symmetry conjecture of Kontsevich for K3 surfaces in the following form: The Fukaya category of a projective K3 surface is equivalent to the derived category of coherent sheaves on the mirror, which is a K3 surface of Picard rank 19 over the field of formal Laurent series. This builds on prior work of Seidel (who proved the theorem in the case of the quartic surface), Sheridan, Lekili--Ueda, and Ganatra--Pardon--Shende.

I will try to keep prerequisites to a minimum, in particular, I will not assume prior knowledge of the Fukaya category.