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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Statistics Department Seminar Series: Samet Oymak\, Associate Professor\, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science\, University of Michigan
DESCRIPTION:Abstract: This talk introduces recent theoretical advancements on the in-context learning (ICL) capability of sequence models\, focusing on the interplay of data characteristics\, architectural design\, and the associated learning algorithms. We discuss how diverse architectural designs—ranging from linear attention to state-space models to gating mechanisms—implicitly emulate optimization algorithms that operate on the context and draw connections to variations of gradient descent and expectation maximization. We elucidate the critical influence of data characteristics\, such as distributional alignment\, task correlation\, and the presence of unlabeled examples\, on ICL performance\, quantifying their benefits and revealing the mechanisms through which models leverage such information. Furthermore\, we will explore the optimization landscapes governing ICL\, establishing conditions for unique global minima and highlighting the architectural features (e.g.\, depth and dynamic gating) that enable sophisticated algorithmic emulation. As a central message\, we advocate that the power of architectural primitives can be gauged from their capability to handle in-context regression tasks with varying sophistication.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/140276
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:seminar
LOCATION:West Hall - 340
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DTSTAMP:20250905T145320
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:UM Structure Seminar: Evolution\, Structure and Function of an Unusual Phosphofructokinase
DESCRIPTION:Postdoctoral Fellow\nRandy Stockbridge Lab
UID:138908-21884228@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/138908
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Structural Biology
LOCATION:Life Sciences Institute - LSI Library
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DTSTAMP:20250821T100218
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SUMMARY:Social / Informal Gathering:Write with ME!
DESCRIPTION:Working on an abstract? Polishing up your resume? Writing a paper or dissertation?\n\nJoin us for our new Mechanical Engineering Department writing group\, “Write with ME!”\n\nAll ME undergrads\, grads\, postdocs\, faculty\, and staff are welcome to join us for any of their writing needs.\n\nCommunity & support\nConnect with peers\, share your writing\, exchange feedback\, and brainstorm solutions to writing challenges.\n\nAccountability & consistency\nSharpen your writing skills and develop positive\, consistent writing routines. Learn from other members of the ME department!\n\nFood & flexibility\nNo need to attend every week! Drop in at any time\, and leave at any time. Light snacks\, coffee\, and tea will be available.\n\nWeekly on Fridays\, starting September 12\n2636 G.G.B\n10 am – 12 pm
UID:137880-21880951@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/137880
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Faculty,Graduate Students,Mechanical Engineering,Postdoctoral Research Fellows,Staff,Undergraduate Students,Writing
LOCATION:GG Brown Laboratory - 2636
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DTSTAMP:20251006T105457
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:IGCB Seminar: How Plant 'Language' Changes the World
DESCRIPTION:IGCB Seminar October 17\n\nProf Ülo Niinemets: HOW PLANT “LANGUAGE” CHANGES THE WORLD\n\nOctober 17 @ 10:30am EST\nDana Building\, Room 1024\nZoom https://umich.zoom.us/j/94343115085
UID:140331-21886929@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/140331
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Climate Change,Environment
LOCATION:Dana Natural Resources  Building - 1024
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DTSTAMP:20251017T102052
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:2025 Charles F. Fraker Graduate Conference: Keynote Speaker Professor Anna Kornbluh\, University of Illinois Chicago
DESCRIPTION:\nThe biannual Charles F. Fraker Conference is organized by doctoral students in the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures at the University of Michigan–Ann Arbor in honor of Professor Emeritus of Spanish Charles F. Fraker. Originally a venue for graduate students of Hispanic Studies to meet and discuss the subjects of their research\, the conference has grown to include the work of students of many other fields and disciplines. In previous years\, the Charles F. Fraker Conference has featured as its keynote speakers intellectuals such as Jacques Lezra\, Alberto Moreiras\, Jacques Rancière\, Bill Brown\, Michael Taussig\, WJT Mitchell\, and Robert T. Tally Jr. This year\, we are excited to welcome Professor Eduardo Cadava who will deliver the keynote lecture and workshop. We will also enjoy panels with presentations from graduate students in our own department/university and from other institutions across the country and beyond\, including Cornell University\, Dalhousie University\, Emory University\, McGill University\, New York University\, Northwestern University Rishihood University\, University of British Columbia\, UC Berkeley\, UC Santa Barbara\, UC Riverside\, University of Cincinnati\, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign\, University of Iowa\, University of Michigan\, University of Oregon\, University of Princeton\, University of Utah\, University of West Ontario\, University of Southern California\, University of Virginia\, Villanova University\, Western University\, and York University.The conference will take place on the 17-18th October 2023 at the Michigan League\, University of Michigan–Ann Arbor and features Dr. Anna Kornbluh from the University of Illinois Chicago's Workshop \"Psychic Life in Too Late Capitalism\" on Friday\, October 17th 11am-12:30 am (Henderson Room) and Keynote Lecture \"Good Enough Art: Missing Middle Mediations\" on Saturday\, October 18th 11:30am-1:00 pm (Vandenberg Room).\nRegistration is required for the Workshop Session on Friday 17th.
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/140311
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Sessions
LOCATION:Henderson Room, Michigan League (3rd floor)
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DTSTAMP:20251101T063144
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SUMMARY:Careers / Jobs:Industry Expert Talks Medical Sales: Mark Weber
DESCRIPTION:Are you exploring career paths or preparing for life after college? Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into one of the most dynamic and rewarding industries\, medical sales.Our special guest\, Mark Weber\, brings years of hands-on experience and success in the field. He’ll share his personal career journey\, practical advice\, and insider knowledge to help you understand what it takes to break into the industry.What to Expect:\nAn inside look at a career in medical sales\nKey traits and qualifications top employers look for\nInternship and early-career opportunities\nReal-world tips from someone who's been there\nWhether you're just starting to explore or ready to take the next step\, this session is designed to help you make informed movestoward a high-impact career.Mark your calendar and register today! Your future in medical sales starts here. 
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URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139695
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DTSTAMP:20251003T001515
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SUMMARY:Exhibition:Stacey L. Kirby: The Bureau of Personal Belonging (Ann Arbor Edition)
DESCRIPTION:Exhibition Dates: September 27 - November 8\, 2025\nOpening Performances: September 27\, 1-5 p.m.Closing Performances: November 8\, 1-5 p.m.\nStacey L. Kirby’s The Bureau of Personal Belonging is a series of interactive performances set within immersive installations and activated by viewer participation. The work fosters dialogue on identity\, community\, and civil engagement. Through bureaucratic forms\, papers\, postures\, language\, and aesthetics\, audiences are invited to participate in respectful dialogues and playful interactions with the artist. As the 2025 Roman J. Witt Artist-in-Residence\, Kirby spent 12 weeks on campus from January through March of 2025 meeting with students\, faculty\, and staff from the Stamps School and across U-M. Based on these conversations\, Kirby devised a site-specific installation that seeks to amplify the voices of the U-M community\, uphold the value of democratic civic engagement\, and highlight the power of art in building solidarity and mutual respect.\nCurated by Srimoyee Mitra.
UID:137179-21879866@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/137179
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Art
LOCATION:Off Campus Location
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DTSTAMP:20250923T170926
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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Study Abroad Info Sessions: CGIS Spanish 230 and Spanish 232 Program Offerings
DESCRIPTION:Join CGIS Advisor Juliana Mesa to learn more about the Spanish 230 and Spanish 232 program offerings abroad. \n\nCGIS: Spanish 230 in Buenos Aires\, Argentina\nCGIS: Spanish 230 in Granada\, Spain\nCGIS: Spanish 230 in San José\, Costa Rica\nCGIS: Spanish 232 and Intercultural Development in Alicante\, Spain\n\nDATES:\nFriday\, October 17\, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Info Session) \nThursday\, November 6\, 2:00 - 3:00 pm (Info Session) \nTuesday\, December 2\, 1:30 - 2:30 pm (Info Session) \nTuesday\, January 6\, 3:00 - 4:00 pm (Drop-in Group Advising)\nThursday\, January 8\,  11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Drop-in Group Advising)\n\nIMPORTANT NOTES\nCGIS Spring/Summer 2026 applications open in October 2025 and close on January 15\, 2026.\nCheck out to M-Compass brochure carefully. Each brochure includes multiple tabs: Overview\, How to Apply\, Academics\, Finances\, etc. It is your responsibility to read them carefully before applying. For example\, you will find details such as the eligibility criteria (e.g.\, course and grade prerequisite\, GPA) and the application requirements (e.g.\, instructor recommendation questionnaire\, valid passport\, etc) under the How to Apply tab.
UID:139469-21885580@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/139469
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:global,global opportunities,Language,Latin America,Sessions,Spanish Studies,Study Abroad
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