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UM-Flint Professor of Physical Therapy Partners with Area High Schools on Concussion Research and Awareness

UM-Flint DPT student Mitch Babcock and Assistant Professor of Physical Therapy Bara Alsalaheen, PhD

University of Michigan-Flint assistant professor of physical therapy Bara Alsalaheen, PhD is spearheading concussion research in the area. So far, Alsalaheen and his team have worked with four area high schools but he hopes to extend the network of participants in upcoming years.

UM-Flint to Examine History of "Baseball Fever" in Michigan

1880s-era promotion for the Detroit, Wolverines baseball club.

The Detroit Tigers' home opener is just weeks away (March 31). Thousands will brave the cold (snow is possible) to watch our national pastime. Ever wonder how baseball became so popular? Did you know Michigan played a key role in expanding its popularity? The man who wrote the book on local baseball history is coming to the UM-Flint Friday, March 14 to answer these questions and others.