Tag Archives: design
UM-Flint student transforms UCEN gallery into interactive, child-friendly art exhibit
While things already look a little different in the University of Michigan-Flint's Harding Mott University Center this fall following a recent renovation, its art gallery, located on the first floor, has undergone some fun changes too. The transformation comes courtesy of Rachel Landes, a senior design major from Owosso, who has turned the space into[…]
UM-Flint professors planning road trip highlighting positives, negatives of auto industry
While spring break is still months away, two University of Michigan-Flint professors are already planning a road trip that their students won't forget. It's all part of the Vehicles of Upheaval course connected to a program called "Borders and Crossings: Exploring Global Questions at UM-Flint." The program, which focuses on helping students gain useful knowledge[…]
UM-Flint faculty receive $18,000 grant to support "Unlocking the Arts in Flint" program
An $18,000 grant from the U-M Arts Initiative will assist three University of Michigan-Flint faculty members in helping to foster social change in Flint and Genesee County. The grant will support and strengthen a program titled "Unlocking the Arts in Flint," a joint venture between the Flint-area nonprofit Youth Arts: Unlocked and the UM-Flint Arts[…]
UM-Flint Engineering Students' Robot Excels at Midwest Competition
A team of four University of Michigan-Flint engineering students recently entered their specialized robot in a competition sponsored by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Despite being up against some very experienced teams, the UM-Flint team managed to capture a third place finish.
UM-Flint Students Receive Awards from American Advertising Federation of Greater Flint
Seven University of Michigan-Flint students took home ADDYs at the recentAmerican Advertising Federation of Greater Flint awards ceremony.
Technology Enables Educators from Upper Peninsula to Enroll in UM-Flint's Education Specialist Program
The University-Michigan Flint draws education leaders from across the state for its Education Specialist program. But starting this semester, it is reaching further into the Upper Peninsula by remotely connecting with a group of professionals taking the classes in Sault Ste. Marie.
UM-Flint Engineering Seniors Enhance Test Lab by Building New Equipment
One of the main goals of the UM-Flint Engineering Department is to provide students with educational experience that connects theory with practice. This year's senior projects did just that, becoming permanent additions to the lab once completed.
UM-Flint to Host First HighEdWeb Regional Conference in Michigan
Session topics will include social media, content strategy, project management, responsive Web design, content management systems, and more.
UM-Flint Theatre Alum to Work on Metropolitan Opera Productions
Ben Motter was offered the newly created position with New York City's Metropolitan Opera ("The Met"), and will join the venerable opera house for its 129th season.
UM-Flint Engineering Students Aim to Build a Better Wind Tunnel
Two University of Michigan-Flint engineering students decided to take the "build a better mouse trap approach" and apply it to their senior project to build a better wind tunnel.