Week of Gratitude

In this season of gratitude, let's take time this week to recognize all we have to be grateful for at the Ford School— from opportunities to learn and grow, to our amazing community, to friendships that will last a lifetime! In this inaugural Week of Gratitude, there will be opportunities throughout for you to express YOUR gratitude, gain a greater understanding of the role that outside support from alumni and donors have played in your Ford School experience, and connect with your fellow Fordies over snacks, trivia, and prizes.

Week of Gratitude Kickoff

Monday, December 1, 2025 

• 10 am - 12 pm
• Great Hall
• Stop by to share what you are grateful for, grab a donut, and enter the trivia contest, for an opportunity to win Ford School swag.

Post on the Gratitude Board

Tuesday, December 2, Wednesday, December 3, and Thursday, December 4

• December 2, 8:30 am-11:30 am @ The Becky Blank Great Hall
• December 3, 11:30 am - 12 pm @ the 2nd floor perch
• December 4, 12:00 - 12:30 pm @ the 2nd floor perch and 2:30-3:00 pm @ the student lounge
• Treats and trivia will be available too!

Lunch and Learn: Weill Hall Building Tour and Philanthropy 101 Session

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

• 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
• Meijer Lounge
• Are you planning a career in fundraising or the non-profit sector? Wondering what those "Look to Michigan" signs around campus mean? Perhaps you're just curious why your classrooms are called Annenberg, Scowcroft and Frey. Join a Weill Hall building tour to find out! Stay for lunch and "go behind the curtain" to learn about fundraising and philanthropy at the Ford School and beyond. This will be another opportunity to enter the trivia contest and increase your chance of winning cool Ford School swag!
• Register here

Friday, December 5, 2025

• If you participated in the trivia contests throughout the week, check your email if you are a lucky winner!