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Explore Grad Studies in CSE

Students from all institutions are invited to apply to attend this one-day workshop. Participants will learn about the graduate school application process and the opportunities that exist for those who pursue graduate work in this impactful discipline.

Workshop highlights

“Life as a grad student” – Q&A panel of current graduate students, with parallel tracks for Master’s and PhD students
Live demos of current and ongoing research
Lunch with faculty and graduate students
Q&A panel with current faculty
Writing clinics for applications and SoPs, with parallel tracks for Master’s and PhD students
The opportunity to receive one-on-one feedback from faculty regarding your application

Agenda

9:00am – Registration and Breakfast
9:30am – Welcome & Ice Breaker
9:45am – Faculty Research Highlights
10:45am – Break
10:55am – Faculty Panel
Noon – Lunch with Graduate Students & Faculty + Lab Demos
1:45pm – Student Panel (parallel sessions for MS and PhD)
2:50pm – Break
3:00pm – Writing Clinic: Tips for a Strong Grad School Application (parallel sessions for MS and PhD)
3:50pm – Closing Remarks + Feedback Survey
4:00pm – Writing Clinic: One-on-One Feedback Sessions (Statement of Purpose)
5:00pm – Bus for non-UM students to return to the hotel

Building and campus maps

U-M North Campus Map with building identifications >Bob and Betty Beyster Building Map > Maps, Directions, & Transportation information for all U-M campuses >

Things to do on campus & around Ann Arbor

U-M Events > College of Engineering Events > Visit Ann Arbor >Dining in Ann Arbor >

For more information or questions, please email explorecse@umich.edu.