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UM-Flint Occupational Therapy Department launches disability bowling initiative

Gabi Craner, an OTD student from Fenton (left) and Laura Alegre, an OTD student from Flint (right), assist program participant Anne Miller as she learns how to bowl more independently after having a stroke.

Rolling into new lanes of inclusion, the Occupational Therapy Department at the University of Michigan-Flint's College of Health Sciences has launched a program that it hopes could be right up the alley for individuals with disabilities. What started as a one-on-one bowling session has now struck a chord with the community, growing into a weekly[…]

A-MAIZE-ING GRADUATES (Fall 2024 Commencement photo gallery)

The University of Michigan-Flint celebrated its summer and fall graduates during the Fall 2024 Commencement, Dec. 15, at the Riverfront Conference Center. Close to 900 students were eligible to participate. The day featured three ceremonies for undergraduate and graduate students involving the university's five schools and colleges. It was also the first time Chancellor Laurence[…]

UM-Flint's MSW program granted Pre-Candidacy status on the path to accreditation

The University of Michigan-Flint College of Health Sciences has announced that its Master of Social Work program has been granted Pre-Candidacy status by the Council on Social Work Education, marking a significant milestone toward achieving full accreditation. The MSW program, which welcomed 15 students this fall, is on its path for a full accreditation review[…]

UM-Flint alum Amber Schlemmer is leading with heart in physiotherapy

At the heart of every community are individuals whose passion and commitment create a ripple effect of positive change. For the residents of Flushing, Michigan, that person is Amber Schlemmer. As the driving force behind Primary Prevention Physiotherapy, Schlemmer exemplifies professionalism and heartfelt empathy as she hopes to impact those she serves. Schlemmer, a 2016[…]

The benefits of earning a health care degree from UM-Flint: high salaries and job security

For prospective students, recent high school graduates, and parents guiding their children toward rewarding careers, pursuing a health care degree at the University of Michigan-Flint offers unmatched financial benefits. From high earning potential to robust job security, a degree in health care is not just a ticket to a job but also to a fulfilling[…]

UM-Flint and Alma College partner to advance occupational therapy education

From left to right are representatives from both UM-Flint and Alma College: Tim Pinnow, Nancy Dopke, Sean Burke, Karen Ball, Brianna Harfmann, Julie Jacob, Jeff Turk, Donna Fry, Christopher Lewis and Yener Kandogan.

The University of Michigan-Flint's Occupational Therapy program and Alma College signed a collaborative agreement Sept. 20 that will foster new educational opportunities for students in the region. The agreement will provide two Alma College students with direct conditional admission into the doctor of occupational therapy program at UM-Flint every year, creating an exciting pathway for[…]

UM-Flint OT student working to improve the lives of military veterans

With an innovative skillset and mission to serve, Miranda Crummey—an occupational therapy doctorate student from Laingsburg—is making a difference in the lives of veterans. Inspired by her father's military background and the foundational roots of occupational therapy, Crummey combines empathy and expertise to offer veterans a holistic, client-focused path to wellness and recovery. "A lot[…]

UM-Flint OT student transforming patient care through 3D printing

Nicholette Baker with several of her 3D printed assistive devices.

Nicholette Baker's journey through the College of Health Sciences at the University of Michigan-Flint is a narrative on innovation and dedication. The 26-year-old graduate student from New Baltimore is leading the way in integrating 3D printing technology with occupational therapy, anticipating a future where customization and accessibility transform patient care. In pursuing her Doctor of[…]

UM-Flint upgrades classroom tech with $2.8M in CARES Act funding

UM-Flint’s Information & Technology Services coordinated upgrades to various classrooms throughout the university, creating a more seamless educational experience for students studying both on-campus and remotely.

Students were welcomed back to the academic year at the University of Michigan-Flint with more than a full suite of events and a fresh set of syllabi from supportive professors. Classrooms utilized by each of the university's five schools and colleges received significant technology upgrades thanks to funding the university received as part of the[…]