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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Student AIM Seminar: Sampling with Langevin Dynamics: Theory\, Algorithms\, and Limitations
DESCRIPTION:This talk introduces the overdamped Langevin stochastic differential equation as a method for sampling from complex probability distributions\, with brief historical context from statistical physics. We begin by deriving the infinitesimal generator of the Langevin diffusion and the associated Fokker–Planck equation\, which governs the evolution of probability densities. This correspondence allows us to characterize invariant (stationary) distributions and to analyze qualitative dynamical behavior\, including probability flow and transition times between modes of the distributions.\n\nExploiting the special Gibbs form of the stationary distribution\, we show how overdamped Langevin dynamics can be used as a practical sampling mechanism for high-dimensional target distributions. We then compare classical Metropolis–Hastings algorithms with Langevin-based methods\, highlighting their respective strengths\, such as improved scalability with data through gradient information\, as well as their limitations\, including discretization bias and sensitivity to step size. We conclude with remarks on challenges that arise when applying Langevin-based samplers to latent-variable models\, such as latent Dirichlet allocation and tree-structured latent variable models\, where other methods such as Variational Inference perform much quicker with great results.
UID:143954-21894310@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143954
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Applied Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 3088
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DTSTAMP:20251126T124446
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T160000
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Thompson Sampling Algorithm for Stochastic Differential Games
DESCRIPTION:We study a stochastic differential game with $N$ competitive players in a linear-quadratic framework with ergodic cost\, where $d$-dimensional diffusion processes govern the state dynamics with an unknown common drift (matrix). Assuming a Gaussian prior on the drift\, we use filtering techniques to update its posterior estimates. Based on these estimates\, we propose a Thompson-sampling-based algorithm with dynamic episode lengths to approximate strategies. We show that the Bayesian regret for each player has an error bound of order $O(\sqrt{T\log(T)})$\, where $T$ is the time-horizon\, independent of the number of players. This implies that average regret per unit time goes to zero. Finally\, we prove that the algorithm results in a Nash equilibrium.
UID:142237-21890255@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142237
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 1360
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DTSTAMP:20260324T085405
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T160000
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SUMMARY:Meeting:Unpacking the News with U-M Faculty Experts
DESCRIPTION:Each session offers a space to pause\, sort out what’s happening\, and engage in thoughtful\, civil discussion with peers. Bring your questions\, your curiosity\, and your perspective—no preparation required.\n\nJosh Pasek is Professor of Communication & Media and Political Science\, Faculty Associate at the Center for Political Studies\, Institute for Social Research\, and Associate Director of the Michigan Institute for Data Science at the University of Michigan.
UID:143802-21894054@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143802
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Education,Civic Engagement,Civic Learning,Culture,Free,In Person,Media,Politics,Social Impact,Talk,Undergraduate
LOCATION:Michigan Union - Pond Room
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DTSTAMP:20251218T141138
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T163000
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SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Build-A-Hug Buddy at Baits II
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate National Hugging Day with the Baits II Diversity Peer Educator and Resident Advisors by making a stuffed animal! Take home your new fuzzy friend\, enjoy free snacks\, and connect with fellow residents.
UID:142916-21891805@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142916
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Free Food,Crafts,Community Engagement
LOCATION:Baits House II - Coman Lounge
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DTSTAMP:20260311T094357
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T163000
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:First Year Success Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming W26 topics include undergraduate research\, alumni panels on majors and careers\, graduate school pathways\, student panels on internships/co-op\, and more! If you have any questions\, please don't hesitate to contact the event organizer.\n\nUse the RSVP link to stay updated. \n\n💼 Internships & Co-ops: How Students Land Them + What They Learn\nThu\, March 26\, 2026\, 5–6pm\n📍2150 Dow\n\n• Wondering how engineering students get internships or co-ops — and what those experiences are really like?\n\n• This student panel brings together undergraduates from different engineering majors (CEE\, ME\, NERS) to talk about how they found their roles\, what skills they developed\, and how internships and co-ops shape career exploration and future opportunities.\n\n\nPizza provided*. 🍕  \n*To avoid food waste and ensure accurate food orders\, please RSVP to the Google calendar invite (you'll receive it after you RSVP) if you do plan to join us (we hope you do!).
UID:138671-21891327@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138671
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Welcome to Michigan,Engineering,Undergraduate Students,First Year,free food
LOCATION:Industrial and Operations Engineering Building - 1610
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DTSTAMP:20260105T181619
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T163000
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SUMMARY:Performance:Voice & Opera Studio Recital
DESCRIPTION:Students from the Department of Voice & Opera perform a recital.
UID:143245-21892546@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/143245
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:North Campus,Music,Free
LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Britton Recital Hall
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DTSTAMP:20260205T123127
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T190000
SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:7th Annual Skilled and Savvy Conference
DESCRIPTION:The University Career Center (UCC) is excited to host our 7th annual Skilled and Savvy Conference: Contributing to a Diverse Workplace. Join us! All students are welcome.\nLearn how to flourish in the workplace by bringing your intersecting identities\, talents\, and skills to work\nEnjoya keynote speaker who will share their experiences and tips for succeeding in the workplace\nExplore business attire from the UCC Clothes Closet to use for interviews and networking events\nConnect with professionals and other students to learn what's happening in the world ofwork\nAsk questions and hear from a panel of employers about necessary skills\, assessing organizational culture\, useful on-campus experiences to consider\, and more.\nTreat yourself to a slice of pizzaand a cookie while connecting with others. \nFREE PADFOLIO *** For the first 20 students who share a testimonial about their conference experience &amp\; highlights (Video).***\nThank you to our Student Org Partners: Black Business Undergraduate Society\, Central Student Government\, First-Generation College Students @ Michigan\, First Generation Pre-Health Association\, Graduate Rackham International (GRIN)\, and Out in STEMParticipating Employers: Ally Financial Inc.\, Amazon\, FTI Consulting\, Teach for America\, &amp\; United Airlines.  This event's information is shown in Handshake as well as on the Happening @ Michigan calendar so that it will be seen by a larger number of U-M Students. You can only register to attend this event within Handshake. If you'd like to indicate that you'll be attending this event and see more details\, please go to this link: https://umich.joinhandshake.com/events/1867836/share_preview  #UCC
UID:142366-21890761@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/142366
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LOCATION:Student Activities Building, Maize and Blue Auditorium, 515 E Jefferson St, Ann Arbor, MI, United States
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