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UM-Flint Career Services Network celebrates employer partners
The University of Michigan-Flint Career Services Network recently hosted its annual Employer Appreciation Breakfast, bringing together more than 70 representatives to honor those who support student success across campus. The event served as a celebration of collaboration, engagement and a shared commitment to building meaningful career pathways for UM-Flint students. Designed as a retention-focused event,[…]
Supporting student success: Specialized staff strengthen nursing education at UM-Flint
Vickie Jaskiewicz and Libby Bell are essential to student achievement at the University of Michigan-Flint School of Nursing. Their work supports academic and personal development throughout the nursing program, directly impacting students and advancing the school's contribution to the health care workforce. Bell, student success coordinator, who earned a master's degree in education and brings[…]
A family affair: Three siblings make their mark at UM-Flint
For most students, attending college is a moment to strike out on their own, the start of a solo journey of discovery and growth. But for Sarah, Samantha and Sebastian Jarbou—a trio of siblings enrolled at the University of Michigan-Flint—higher education is a shared adventure filled with mutual support, friendly mix-ups and a deep commitment[…]
UM-Flint to lead collaborative new moms program expanding pediatric care, community support
The University of Michigan-Flint will soon introduce a new program developed to enhance pediatric care and empower new mothers through education, support and early intervention. "Together in Flint: Strong Moms: Healthy Babies" is designed to address gaps in pediatric services and provide much-needed resources to area families. Led by Lindsay Marquardt, clinical assistant professor of[…]
UM-Flint's veteran-welcoming campus recognized by The Military Times
The University of Michigan-Flint has once again been recognized by The Military Times as one of the nation's "Best for Vets" colleges in its 2025 rankings—marking the fifth consecutive year the university has earned this distinction. The recognition highlights UM-Flint's continued commitment to supporting military service members, veterans and their families throughout their academic journey.[…]
UM-Flint names 13 students as Maize and Blue Scholars for fall 2025
The University of Michigan-Flint has announced the fall 2025 Maize and Blue Distinguished Scholar Award recipients. The Maize & Blue Award is the highest academic recognition for undergraduate students during commencement season. It is presented to at most 26 students per year who excel academically and exemplify intellectual maturity and depth, character, talent and service[…]
ORCHESTRAL MANEUVERS IN THE DARK (Orchestra and Percussion Photo Gallery)
The University of Michigan-Flint's Orchestra and Percussion Ensemble performed its fall concert, "Changing Colors – Music for Autumn," Nov. 11, at the University Kiva. Directed by Matthew Forsleff, the orchestra performed "Prelude from Holberg Suite" by Edvard Grieg, "Baltic Dance" by Kirt N. Mosier, "Canon in B Muse" by Shirl J. Atwell, "Ellis Island" by Alan Lee Silva, and[…]
UM-Flint's Hristova receives 2025 Maynard Klein Award from the American Choral Directors Association
The Maynard Klein Award recognizes Gabriela Hristova's lifetime of leadership, artistic excellence, and expertise in her field.
UM-Flint's "Cracks in the Pavement" Symposium brings the community together to showcase Flint's civic empowerment
The Cracks in the Pavement Symposium kicks off three years of research and was designed to build connections between UM-Flint faculty and students and the wider Flint community.
UM-Flint's Riggs honored by Flint & Genesee Group
Antonio Riggs, associate director in the Office of Student Career Advancement and Success at the University of Michigan-Flint, was named the winner of the Bryant "BB" Nolden Community Champion Award at the Flint and Genesee Group's 11th Annual Art of Achievement Awards, Nov. 5, at the Capitol Theatre. The Art of Achievement Awards are designed[…]