Welcome to CSEG!

We're the student-run organization for CSE graduate students at the University of Michigan.

All CSE grad students (SUGS, Master's, and PhD) are automatically part of CSEG.

Community Highlight · Winter 2026

Members of the theory lab show off this year's winning T-shirt design. This was CSEG's first year holding a community-wide design contest, with the winning design selected from submissions across the department. Congratulations to the winning designer, and thank you to everyone who participated!

Photo: Nikhil Shagrithaya

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Initiatives

Helping New Students Get Settled

Buddy Program

The Buddy Program pairs each New Buddy (an incoming first- or second-year student) with an Onboarding Buddy (a second-year or more senior graduate student) who can help them learn the ropes, offer advice, and navigate graduate student life. It’s a great way to build connections and make the transition to graduate school feel more welcoming and manageable.

Fostering Departmental Connection

Tea Time

CSEG hosts tea time, a (mostly) weekly gathering where graduate students, faculty, and staff come together over snacks and drinks. Hosted in the grad lounge, it is a casual space to take a break and meet people outside of your lab.

See Tea Time on the calendar

Advocating for Graduate Students

Department Representation

CSEG represents graduate students at faculty meetings, in admissions discussions, and during faculty recruitment. We ensure graduate student perspectives are heard and considered in departmental decisions.

Academic and Community Support

Masters' and PhD Program Initiatives

CSEG hosts initiatives for both Master’s and PhD students designed to enrich the graduate experience both professionally and socially. We support academic growth, peer connection, and engagement across cohorts.

Collaboration and Communication

Connect with Graduate Students

CSEG helps you connect with current graduate students through research talks, job postings, seminars, shared resources, and event announcements. We foster a collaborative environment where students can learn from one another.