Tag Archives: critical issues forum
Animal scientist, autism advocate Temple Grandin to take part in UM-Flint Critical Issues Speaker Series, Aug. 22
Born in 1947, a time when neurodivergence research and acceptance were largely unheard of, Temple Grandin was nearly four years old before she spoke her first word and doctors of the time recommended she be institutionalized — a course of action her mother firmly rejected. Considering the circumstances, many would have assumed that Grandin wouldn't[…]
UM-Flint to host generative AI in education conference, March 7
ChatGPT. Midjourney. DALL-E. The power of generative artificial intelligence – systems capable of creating text, images, video, audio, code and other media in response to human input using natural language – has become ubiquitous and accessible. This paradigm-shifting technology is transforming nearly every field, from business to art to education. Rather than being viewed as[…]
Journalist and Author Lisa Ling Joins UM-Flint's 2015 Critical Issues Forum
Ling will speak April 8 at the University of Michigan-Flint, as part of the ongoing 2015 Frances Willson Thompson Critical Issues Forum. Ling replaces author and commentator Frank Deford, who has cancelled all national appearances due to illness.
UM-Flint Receives Sculpture In Memory of Joanne Sullenger
The sculpture was presented by her daughter Avery Sullenger-Wedder during a special reveal to friends, co-workers, and administrators held on August 1, on the third floor of the library.
Critical Issues Forum Draws Large Community and Campus Response
The Frances Willson Thompson Critical Issues Forum is a UM-Flint tradition that began more than 30 years ago.
UM-Flint's Critical Issues Forum Presents Journalist Isabel Wilkerson
Isabel Wilkerson's book The Warmth of Other Suns became a New York Times and national best seller.
UM-Flint 2011 Critical Issues Forum
The University of Michigan-Flint takes pride in announcing the dynamic lineup of speakers for the 2011 Frances Willson Thompson Critical Issues Forum.