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The Student & Academic Services staff is committed to providing our students with the support they need to be successful in their studies.

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Welcome Week

Fall 2021 incoming master's pre-welcome week

Aug 17-20, 2021, All Day
Weill Hall
Pre-welcome week is designed for incoming master's students and features the American government module, math camp, and a career session for international students.
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BA application bootcamp

Jan 25, 2021, 5:00-8:00 pm EST
Are you an undergraduate planning to apply to the Ford School this semester? Register to meet with a current Ford School undergraduate who will review and offer feedback on your essays and resume.
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Final Q&A: Meet Dean Barr

Jan 6, 2021, 8:00-8:45 pm EST
Join us for a special session with Dean Barr. Hear about his priorities for the school and what he’s most excited about for the upcoming year. Student Academic Services will also be on hand to answer any last minute application questions.
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Careers in public policy

Dec 16, 2020, 12:00-12:45 pm EST
With professional, personalized career services and a powerful, deeply committed alumni network, the Ford School helps students achieve their career goals.
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Hands-on, practical experiences

Dec 10, 2020, 8:00-8:45 pm EST
In this session, learn about the wide range of opportunities for students to engage with real-world policy issues in the classroom and through research, activities, and workshops.
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Tools for influence and action

Dec 3, 2020, 12:00-12:45 pm EST
Learn about opportunities to practice social science research and quantitative analysis skills in and out of the classroom and how they provide a toolbox of research, analytical, and management skills that are highly transferable across sectors and issue areas.
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Why now? Why Ford School?

Nov 19, 2020, 12:00-12:45 pm EST
Join the Ford School’s associate deans to learn how a Ford School master’s degree can help you make an impact on the public good at this critical time.
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Graduate Fair: Albion College

Sep 16, 2020, 3:00-6:00 pm EDT
Register through Handshake to attend: http://myumi.ch/O4PZw. Ford School representatives will be attending Albion College's virtual Graduate and Career Fair: Beyond Albion 2020.
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Virtual Spring Preview

Apr 3, 2020, 11:00 am-2:00 pm EDT
Weill Hall
Spring Preview is designed to help admitted master's students get to know our faculty, staff, and students--and each other!
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Master's admissions text info session

Jan 9, 2020, 10:00-11:30 am EST
Wherever you are!
If you're considering a master's degree at the Ford School we encourage you to join an upcoming text chat, where we can answer any of your questions.
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Master's admissions text info session

Dec 13, 2019, 2:30-4:00 pm EST
Wherever you are!
If you're considering a master's degree at the Ford School we encourage you to join an upcoming text chat, where we can answer any of your questions.
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Master's Students Welcome Week

Aug 31, 2015, 9:00 am-5:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Great Hall
Day 1 Schedule: Meet Dean Susan M. Collins, learn from current students, and enjoy a reception with the entire Ford School community.
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Ford School fall picnic

Sep 8, 2014, 4:30-6:00 pm EDT
Weill Hall, Courtyard (weather permitting)
This annual event brings together the entire Ford School community to celebrate the start of a new academic year. Join us for lots of good food and the chance to see old friends and meet new ones!
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BA Orientation

Aug 29, 2014, 9:00 am-4:15 pm EDT
Weill Hall
Welcome new BA students!
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PhD Welcome Lunch

Aug 27, 2014, 12:30-1:30 pm EDT
Weill Hall, 4th Floor - Meijer Lounge
For Ford School faculty and PhD students only.
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Master's Student Welcome Week

Aug 26, 2014, 9:30 am-6:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Great Hall
Day 2: Exercise your brain at Math Camp, enjoy lunch with faculty and staff, advance job prospects with Graduate Career Services, get caught up in the Logistics Loop, and more!
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Master's Student Welcome Week

Sep 1, 2015, 8:30 am-5:00 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Great Hall
Day 2: Exercise your brain at Math Camp, enjoy lunch with faculty and staff, advance job prospects with Graduate Career Services, get caught up in the Logistics Loop, and more!
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MPP/MPA weekend graduate information session

Nov 15, 2014, 10:00 am-3:00 pm EST
Weill Hall, Betty Ford Classroom
If you're considering a master's degree at the Ford School we encourage you to attend our upcoming in person graduate information session. You'll hear about our degree programs and have an opportunity to meet with members of the Ford School community.  
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Master's Students Welcome Week

Sep 2, 2015, 8:30 am-6:30 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Great Hall
Day 3: Polish your writing skills in time for your first grad paper and give back to your new community by participating in a group service activity!
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Master's Students Welcome Week

Sep 3, 2015, 8:30 am-5:30 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Great Hall
Day 4: Math Camp continues, Policy Writing Workshop, sit in a waiver exam review for Calculus and Microeconomics, and take the Stats waiver exam!
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Master's Students Welcome Week

Sep 4, 2015, 8:30 am-5:30 pm EDT
Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Great Hall
Day 5: Math Camp finale, test out of Calculus and microeconomics, and attend the Rackham Grad Info Fair!
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HAIL YEAH! Student day of thanks

Mar 14, 2018, 9:30-11:30 am EDT
Weill Hall, Great Hall
Come thank an alum, get a t-shirt, and celebrate the impact all gifts have on our university. Does every gift matter? Hail Yeah!