You Belong Here Welcome to the community of Rackham graduate students and alumni. Fall Welcome Fall Welcome will take place on Friday, August 28. There will be a Welcome Ceremony in Rackham Auditorium at 1:00 p.m. followed by an Info Fair from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. How Rackham Helps Rackham Graduate School is home to nearly 10,000 students, about half the graduate students on campus. We offer centralized services and special opportunities for all Rackham students. Living in Ann Arbor Find information on housing, transportation, arts and culture, and more. Academic and Professional Resources Learn about the people, offices, and tools that can help you thrive academically and stand out professionally. Support System Where to get help with challenges or problems either academically or in your personal life if the need arises. Stay Connected U-M is a big place, but you are never alone as a Rackham student. Stay connected to Rackham and to fellow students during your time here. Rackham Graduate School Fall Welcome Fall Welcome 2026 is an exciting afternoon designed to officially welcome newly admitted graduate students to Rackham and the University of Michigan community. Fall Welcome Ceremony Friday, August 28, 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.Rackham Auditorium Kick off your graduate journey at Rackham with our official Fall Welcome Ceremony, featuring remarks from Dean Mike Solomon and student leaders. Info Fair Friday, August 28, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.Rackham Building (Lobby, 2nd and 4th Floors) Rackham’s Fall Welcome Info Fair helps newly admitted graduate students learn about the many opportunities available to them through Rackham and across the university. Over 40 campus partners and student organizations will share resources and information designed to support students’ academic, professional, and personal success. Register for Fall Welcome Living in Ann Arbor Getting Around Check out your options for bikes, buses, and cars around town and on campus, as well as transportation to take you to and from Ann Arbor. Housing Planning to live in University housing, in a co-op, or a rental off campus? See resources to help you find a place to call home while you study here. Healthcare Here’s an overview of nearby hospitals, clinics, and urgent care centers, and information on healthcare insurance options and more. Groceries An easy guide to some of the area’s grocery stores and places to get those international food items you’re craving. Arts and Culture An introductory guide to music, art fairs, performance venues, film festivals, cinemas, museums, and libraries fun for children and grown-ups alike. Sports and Recreation U-M and the City of Ann Arbor have countless ways to help you stay active and fit, whether it’s indoors or outdoors, in groups or on your own. Employment A starting place to find work opportunities and to understand your benefits as a graduate student employee. And More See more from our Student Experience section, including safety, finances, religion and spirituality, and volunteering. Academic and Professional Resources Computing and Technology Do you know all the computing and technology centers and services available to you as a student? Now’s a great time to get acquainted. Libraries The U-M Library system includes 20 libraries and access to many more through Inter-Library Loan. Five independent libraries add to the wealth of material at your fingertips. Mentoring and Advising Read “How to Get the Mentoring You Want” and find campus resources to strengthen your relationship with faculty and others who mentor you. Professional Development and Paths to Careers Rackham has multiple ways you can engage in professional development and explore careers, no matter what stage you are in of your graduate education. Research Assistance and Support Find information on statistical consulting, data services, and funding especially for doing research abroad. Communication, Writing, Language Expand your training as an instructor in any course and get support for your writing. Non-native speakers of English can also find an array of English language support. How Rackham Helps Rackham Graduate School is home to over 9,500 students, and our teams offer tailored resources and services available to all. Academic Records and Dissertations Provides information and support to students and programs, and provides guidance regarding Rackham and university policies and procedures. Finance and Fellowships Administers student awards, grants, and fellowships, supporting diversity in graduate education, presenting research at professional conferences, emergency aid, and more. Graduate Student and Program Consultation Services (GSPCS) Advises students and programs on matters related to emergencies, crisis situations, student progress, and more in a safe and confidential environment. Partnerships for Access, Community, and Excellence Focuses on creating vibrant climates in Rackham programs to advance the scholarship and experience of students. Professional Development and Engagement Prepares graduate students to access the wide range of careers available to them through programs including our DEI Certificate, Program in Public Scholarship, and internships. Stay Connected Make sure your voice is heard, plus plug into Rackham’s many information channels for real-time updates. There are lots of ways to stay engaged. Student Stories Everyone has a different story and journey on their way through graduate school. Read about other grad student stories on the Rackham website. Social Media Follow us on X, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. You can share with us using #IChoseUMich, #RackhamGrad, or #IAmRackham. Events Check out our events calendar for upcoming social events, networking opportunities, and professional development workshops. Newsletter We send you a weekly newsletter to make sure you don’t miss any essential information, like funding opportunities, important deadlines, and major events. Share Want to share photos of campus or your graduate school experience with Rackham’s social media audiences? You are always welcome to submit your images to [email protected] for editorial consideration. Please include your name, your U-M affiliation, any social media tags you’d like us to include, and a brief description of your photo.
Fall Welcome Fall Welcome will take place on Friday, August 28. There will be a Welcome Ceremony in Rackham Auditorium at 1:00 p.m. followed by an Info Fair from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
How Rackham Helps Rackham Graduate School is home to nearly 10,000 students, about half the graduate students on campus. We offer centralized services and special opportunities for all Rackham students.
Academic and Professional Resources Learn about the people, offices, and tools that can help you thrive academically and stand out professionally.
Support System Where to get help with challenges or problems either academically or in your personal life if the need arises.
Stay Connected U-M is a big place, but you are never alone as a Rackham student. Stay connected to Rackham and to fellow students during your time here.
Getting Around Check out your options for bikes, buses, and cars around town and on campus, as well as transportation to take you to and from Ann Arbor.
Housing Planning to live in University housing, in a co-op, or a rental off campus? See resources to help you find a place to call home while you study here.
Healthcare Here’s an overview of nearby hospitals, clinics, and urgent care centers, and information on healthcare insurance options and more.
Groceries An easy guide to some of the area’s grocery stores and places to get those international food items you’re craving.
Arts and Culture An introductory guide to music, art fairs, performance venues, film festivals, cinemas, museums, and libraries fun for children and grown-ups alike.
Sports and Recreation U-M and the City of Ann Arbor have countless ways to help you stay active and fit, whether it’s indoors or outdoors, in groups or on your own.
Employment A starting place to find work opportunities and to understand your benefits as a graduate student employee.
And More See more from our Student Experience section, including safety, finances, religion and spirituality, and volunteering.
Computing and Technology Do you know all the computing and technology centers and services available to you as a student? Now’s a great time to get acquainted.
Libraries The U-M Library system includes 20 libraries and access to many more through Inter-Library Loan. Five independent libraries add to the wealth of material at your fingertips.
Mentoring and Advising Read “How to Get the Mentoring You Want” and find campus resources to strengthen your relationship with faculty and others who mentor you.
Professional Development and Paths to Careers Rackham has multiple ways you can engage in professional development and explore careers, no matter what stage you are in of your graduate education.
Research Assistance and Support Find information on statistical consulting, data services, and funding especially for doing research abroad.
Communication, Writing, Language Expand your training as an instructor in any course and get support for your writing. Non-native speakers of English can also find an array of English language support.
