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Amanda Binu finds her stride as CIT student
College is a unique journey for everyone. Some know exactly what they want to do, jump in, graduate, and head into their career without a pause in between. But for many of us, college is more than just a quick pathway into a career.
A Summer Program Built for the Future
The College of Innovation & Technology (CIT) kicked off summer on June 22 and 23 by welcoming students from over 25 high schools around Mid-Michigan for the Innovation & Technology Scholars Program. This was the first summer program for CIT since the college officially opened its doors to students in fall 2021. The program was[…]
What is Sustainable Energy Engineering? | UM-Flint NOW
What is Sustainable Energy Engineering? With the rising concerns of climate change and the emerging global energy crisis, renewable and sustainable energy solutions have become critical to reducing pollution and increasing the energy supply to meet the world's demand. Reports show that 70 percent of CO2 emissions can be reduced by 2050 with the development[…]
What is Industry 4.0? | UM-Flint NOW
What is Industry 4.0 and What Does It Mean to You? Have you heard of Industry 4.0, or the Fourth Industrial Revolution? Essentially, Industry 4.0 refers to the new digital era in which technologies transform the way we design, manufacture, and deliver products. Industry 4.0 leverages machine learning, IoT, and more to drive manufacturing smarter,[…]
Research and engineering converge at UM-Flint to help Parkinson's diagnoses
University of Michigan-Flint professors Nathan Miller, Linda Zhu, and Charlotte Tang utilized their research in cognitive neuroscience, bioengineering, and computer engineering to develop a mobile application that can help Parkinson's Disease (PD) patients and doctors measure the severity of tremors and other symptoms remotely. The app guides patients through measurements of tremors in a variety[…]
Is an Information Technology Degree Worth It?
Is a Degree in Information Technology Worth It? With a 13% employment growth rate and above-average salary, there is no doubt that information technology is a sought-after industry in which to work. If you are interested in breaking into the fast-growing technology field, it might be worthwhile to pursue a degree in information technology. A[…]
College of Innovation & Technology's inaugural class ends first year with a celebration
The College of Innovation and Technology (CIT) recently celebrated the end of its first official year. Students, staff, faculty, and industry partners connected over conversation and delicious food, revisiting all of the great things the CIT community has accomplished, and recognizing the innovation that our inaugural class brought with them into UM-Flint. As part of[…]
UM-Flint Awarded Prestigious LEED Green Building Certification
The University of Michigan-Flint announced today that it has been awarded LEED Silver status for its Murchie Science Building Expansion. LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the most widely used green building rating system in the world and an international symbol of excellence. Through design,[…]
One Giant Leap for UM-Flint: Students compete in NASA's Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC)
You've probably heard the phrase "teamwork makes the dream work." But what happens when three cross-dimensional teams from UM-Flint Engineering, Computer Science, and Mathematics work together? That dream gets even bigger. Starting in the Fall 2021 semester, students formed the UM-Flint NASA HERC Team to compete in NASA's Human Exploration Rover Challenge (HERC). The HERC[…]
Careers with a Cybersecurity Degree | University of Michigan-Flint
What Can You Do with a Cybersecurity Degree? Pursuing a degree in cybersecurity can lead you to a booming field where job opportunities abound. In the United States, there are almost 600,000 unfilled cybersecurity positions, and the supply of qualified workers is far behind the demand. That means, with a cybersecurity degree, you have a[…]