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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Stochastic Models and Optimization for Dynamic Portfolio Management: A Compartment Framework for Financial Growth and Decision Support
DESCRIPTION:Portfolio management is a dynamic decision-making problem characterized by uncertainty\, evolving asset states\, competing risk–return objectives\, and changing market conditions. This research develops an integrated stochastic and optimization framework for modelling financial growth and formulating investment policies by representing a portfolio as a dynamic compartmental system in which risky and non-risky assets undergo stochastic growth\, loss\, transformation\, and migration. Univariate and bivariate birth–death and migration processes\, together with Markov and hidden-state modelling perspectives\, are employed to characterize the probabilistic evolution and interactions of portfolio components.\n\nThe proposed framework systematically connects stochastic process modelling\, probability analysis\, statistical inference\, nonlinear optimization\, computational analysis\, and decision support. Difference and differential equations are developed to describe portfolio dynamics\, while probability-generating functions and moment-based methods are used to derive expectations\, variances\, covariances\, and related measures under transient and steady-state conditions. These statistical characteristics subsequently serve as inputs to stochastic optimization models that address alternative investment objectives\, including risk control\, volatility management\, portfolio diversification\, and the determination of appropriate investment policy parameters.\n\nComputational experimentation and sensitivity analysis are incorporated to examine the effects of growth\, loss\, and transformation parameters on portfolio behavior\, using real-world financial data to ground empirical exploration and model validation. The resulting framework provides a pathway from uncertainty modelling to quantitative risk assessment\, prescriptive optimization\, and intelligent decision support. The research is intended to stimulate interdisciplinary collaboration across Statistics\, Stochastic Processes\, Mathematical Finance\, Operations Research\, Optimization\, Data Science\, and Computational Modelling\, with potential applications in real-data validation\, software development\, joint publications\, and future research on scalable stochastic decision-support systems for contemporary financial management.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/153381
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Mathematics
LOCATION:East Hall - 1360
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DTSTAMP:20261014T182141
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Travel Basics
DESCRIPTION:If you haven't had the opportunity to travel as much as you would like\, we will be hosting a travel basics workshop to talk about how to travel like a pro. We will discuss how to find the best deals on flights\, packing tips\, tricks for layovers\, and so much more!\n\nThis session is targeted towards students participating in Ross semester exchange and short-term global programs.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150932
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STATUS:CONFIRMED
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DTSTAMP:20261014T182203
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Psychology's Pizza with the Professors!
DESCRIPTION:Students majoring and/or interested in Psychology and BCN are encouraged to join faculty for pizza and conversation!
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/152891
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:East Hall Psychology Terrace
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DTSTAMP:20261014T182139
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261021T163000
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:SAPAC GROWE: Engendering Respectful Communities Workshops - SY26 - 27
DESCRIPTION:Engendering Respectful Communities (ERC) is a one session workshop that engages graduate students in meaningful dialogue about various forms of sexual misconduct they may encounter in both professional and social spaces\, and provides resources for intervention or support in such circumstances.The primary goal of the workshop is to address complexities experienced by graduate students as they engage in bystander intervention\, so that participants gain an increase in awareness of barriers to action and familiarity with strategic planning to overcome them. The workshop also introduces participants to on-campus resources and provides knowledge on how sexual misconduct can unfold in graduate-specific settings.The ERC workshop uses small-group circles intended to promote active reflection and space to build community. The procedure of circles is introduced at the beginning of the workshop in order to help participants get used to the process\, which they do through a circle for introductions and value-sharing for the workshop space. These circles depict various\, realistic scenarios related to sexual misconduct within the graduate community. The circle process allows circle members to process the monologues\, reflect on complexities with identity and power dynamics within them\, name potential barriers to intervention\, and think of various ways in which they might respond if faced with similar situations. The circles provide a way to foster collective building of ideas\, where participants learn from one another and all input is equally valued. Participants are encouraged to share but can always pass if desired\, creating an environment where participation is open but not forced. Due to the participatory nature of the workshop\, if you are to arrive more than 20 minutes late\, we will ask you to re-register for another workshop session.If you have any questions about or concerns with taking this workshop\, or are in need of an exemption\, please contact jhippe@umich.edu or fill out this form. We know some students come to campus having already experienced harm. If you have circumstances that make completing this course challenging\, please reach out to the GROWE team. SAPAC GROWE provides exemptions to the ERC workshop (where requirements are set in place) on a case by case basis. The Program Manager will communicate with students requesting exemptions via email and/or meet with students via zoom meetings to discuss their need for exemptions and provide any relevant and necessary resources.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/150694
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STATUS:CONFIRMED
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DTSTAMP:20260609T181646
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SUMMARY:Performance:Voice & Opera Studio Recital
DESCRIPTION:Students from the Department of Voice & Opera perform a recital.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/148720
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Music,North Campus,Free
LOCATION:Earl V. Moore Building - Britton Recital Hall
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DTSTAMP:20260922T104928
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SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Ask Me Anything: Alphasights Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 21st in Mason Hall Room 3330 5:00-6:00pm ET to hear from University of Michigan alumni\, current recruiters\, and returning interns about their experiences at AlphaSights. This is your chance to get an inside look at what it's like to work for a global leader that connects investors and business leaders with critical knowledge.\n\nWhy attend?\n\nGain unique insights into the AlphaSights culture and day-to-day work from those who know it best.\nUnderstand the Client Service Associate role\, a critical link between top-tier clients and expert knowledge\, supported by a team representing over 60 nationalities.\nLearn how you can join the team and what it takes to succeed in their dynamic environment.\nAlphaSights has been a global force since 2008\, with over 1500 colleagues across nine cities providing round-the-clock coverage to the world's top investment funds\, consultancies\, and businesses. You can learn even more about their impactful work at alphasights.com/careers.\n\nInterested in Client Service internships (for Juniors) or full-time opportunities (for Seniors)? Make sure to reach out to AlphaSights University of Michigan recruiter Graycelin Hare at graycelin.hare@alphasights.com for more information.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/152629
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Career,Industry Session,Information Session,Lsa Opportunity Hub
LOCATION:Mason Hall - 3330
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DTSTAMP:20261014T182136
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:FYRST Workshops 2026 - 2027
DESCRIPTION:If you are only seeing one workshop\, please SIGN-IN and refresh the Sessions page! If still having issues\, click this link. \nFirst-Year Relationship and Sexuality Talk (FYRST) is a required\, in-person\, and peer-facilitated workshop that came directly from feedback and listening sessions with current University of Michigan students. Our goal is to create an accessible\, supportive space for student-driven conversations where all identities and experiences are welcomed and in which students can build skills and tools around identifying goals and values and then communicate effectively about those. Workshops will be offered at multiple locations and times throughout the fall semester\, so please sign up for the workshop that works for you!! First-Year Relationship Sexuality Talk (FYRST) FAQ:\n“How many workshops do I have to sign up for?”\nYou only need to sign up for 1 workshop. Attending 1 workshop will fulfill the requirement for the training. \n“I see that there is more than one session\, does it matter which one I sign up for?”\nIt generally does not matter which workshop you sign up for. There will be a few that are designated for specific groups such as transfer students or for students looking for accommodations. If you do not fit these groups please try to save these workshops for those that do and you are free to choose among any of the other workshops. \n“Is this workshop required?”\nThis workshop is required for all transfer and first-year students at the University of Michigan.\n“I’ve experienced harm around relationships or sexual experiences in the past and I am worried that attending this workshop may be harmful for me.” \nOur team is aware that students who are coming into the university that have experienced harm in the past. Our workshop is specifically designed to respect and validate the experiences of survivors and has been carefully constructed to avoid any specific descriptions of violence and focus instead on themes of empowerment\, communication\, and boundary setting. However\, if you still have concerns about programming and would like to request alternative programming\, please feel free to reach out at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.\n“What if I struggle to learn in a presentation setting? I’m an active learner.”\nOur workshop is built to meet a variety of learning styles\, including time for self-reflection\, small group sharing\, and resources to take with you to work through on your own time! This workshop is meant to be interactive and inclusive. \n“Can I request accommodations?”\nWe considered accessibility in creating this workshop and selecting the locations in which the workshops are help. However\, we recognize many places at the University are inaccessible and we've set an * next to workshops that are on the first floor and lack stairs. These workshops also will have a presentation (other workshops we do not) and are a good fit for those who might need a large font. Please sign up for those if you feel that accommodations would assist you and reach out to SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu if you are concerned or have questions. \n“I missed my workshop\, what should I do ?”\nOur team tracks attendance at each workshop by having participants swipe in with their MCard. If you are not able to attend the workshop you signed up for\, our team will continue to send reminder emails until you have completed a workshop. In this case\, please sign up for another workshop as soon as you can as the workshop is required and may fill up especially near the end of the semester. No need to contact SAPAC unless you are not able to reschedule. \n“I have had gender-based violence training before\, can I get this requirement waived?”\nAs this workshop was designed with University of Michigan student feedback in mind\, our workshop is unique to the UM community. Our curriculum focuses on individualized reflection and because of its interactive nature\, each workshop will be unique to the people attending. Although we are excited you already have familiarity with the subject\, this workshop is required for every first year and transfer student. \n“I’m a commuter/non-traditional student\, do I still have to attend?\"\nYes\, this workshop is required for every first-year and transfer student - not only do we want every student to benefit from having this time to connect with peers\, but we also want to make sure your peers benefit from what you bring to our community. If you have any concerns or questions about being able to participate\, please contact SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.\n“I still have questions! Who should I contact?\"\nPlease contact us at SAPAC-FYRST@umich.edu.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/149176
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STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Pond Room (Union, 2nd Floor)
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