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Program Components

Program Components

The Graham Sustainability Scholars Program will equip you with the essential skills and experiences you need to become a sustainability leader now and in the future.

Through hands-on, interdisciplinary projects with an off-campus community organization, you'll develop key competencies in collaboration, communication, adaptability, shared visioning, self-awareness, and anticipatory thinking. The program’s focus on equitable community engagement ensures that your impact will extend far beyond the classroom.

With a generous $4,000 funding allocation for a sustainability-themed applied course, as well as access to professional networking and mentorship opportunities through the Graham Scholars Alumni Council, you'll have the support you need to succeed. You’ll also have the chance to apply for a paid summer internship (only available to Graham Sustainability Scholars) with an off-campus community organization, putting your skills into action in the real world.

But the Graham Scholars Program is not just about training. You’ll join a vibrant community of sustainability-minded individuals from across U-M, forging lasting connections and friendships while experiencing the truly interdisciplinary nature of the program.

From an overnight Welcome Retreat at the U-M Biological Station to monthly in-person seminars, the Graham Scholars Program offers a rich array of experiences designed to enhance your learning journey. Spanning three semesters, your project work is a core focus of the program and allows you to dig deep, finding sustainable solutions benefiting local communities. You’ll cap it all off with the prestigious Scholars Symposium, where you'll showcase your accomplishments to an enthusiastic audience of peers and professionals.