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60 Minutes Around the Globe: Colombia

60 Minutes Around the Globe is a program series hosted by the International House Ann Arbor (IHAA) and the International Center where members of the international community share a brief presentation about the culture and history of their home country. The presentation is followed by a time for discussion and enjoying light refreshments. Join us on Friday, November 14 at 3:00 PM as we learn about the culture and history of Colombia at the International House Ann Arbor (921 Church Street).

60 Minutes Around the Globe: Indonesia

60 Minutes Around the Globe is a program series hosted by the International House Ann Arbor (IHAA) and the International Center where members of the international community share a brief presentation about the culture and history of their home country. The presentation is followed by a time for discussion and enjoying light refreshments. Join us on Friday, October 3 at 3:00 PM as we learn about the culture and history of Indonesia at the International House Ann Arbor (921 Church Street).

Orientation Encore: Dental School 101 - Your Path to Care

Join us for an engaging and informative workshop focused on the dental care resources available to students through the University's Dental School, including information about the University's new student dental insurance option. Whether you're exploring preventive care, need more specialized treatment, or want to understand your insurance benefits, this session will help you navigate the resources available to you.

During this workshop, you will learn:

Empowerment Self-Defense Workshop

You are invited to take control of their personal safety by learning physical and verbal strategies to counter violence through our empowerment self-defense workshops.

The workshop, led by Sexual Harassment and Rape Prevention (SHARP)-certified instructors, aim to teach participants situational awareness and prevention skills to leave them better equipped to deal with everything from harassment to potentially violent people to sexual assault. Participants will take part in verbal exercises, physical drills and discussion.

60 Minutes Around the Globe: Kazakhstan

60 Minutes Around the Globe is a program series hosted by the International House Ann Arbor (IHAA) and the International Center where members of the international community share a brief presentation about the culture and history of their home country. The presentation is followed by a time for discussion and enjoying light refreshments. Join us on Friday, September 12 at 2:00 PM as we learn about the culture and history of Kazakhstan at the International House Ann Arbor (921 Church Street). Snacks and refreshments will be served!

New Families Welcome Dinner

Welcome all new U-M student and scholar families! Join the International Center, the Center for the Education of Women+ (CEW+), Michigan Caregivers and Student Parents (MCaSP), the Mary A. Rackham Institute’s University Center for the Child and Family (UCCF), U-M’s Children’s Center, and Northwood Graduate & Family Housing for a welcome dinner at the Northwood Community Center Multipurpose Room (1000 McIntyre Drive).

University Health Service (UHS) 101: Health Care at U-M for International Students

The University Health Service (UHS), a part of University Health and Counseling, is the campus health clinic for members of the University of Michigan community. In this session, you’ll learn about the many services offered by UHS and how you can take advantage of them! You can expect the presentation to last 30 minutes, followed by 15 minutes reserved for your questions.

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Health Insurance Benefit Overview for Graduate Students (GSI/GSRA/Fellowship Holder)

If you are a new Graduate Student Instructor (GSI), Graduate Student Research Assistant (GSRA), or a student whose fellowship includes GradCare insurance, attend this workshop for an introduction to how the GradCare insurance plan works. The session will cover how to select and use your insurance plan, highlight important deadlines, and explain the valuable coverage and benefits you receive as a GSI or GSRA. Insurance can be confusing, so take this opportunity to learn and get your questions answered.