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UM-Flint nursing graduate finds purpose in loss, charts path to nurse anesthetist
Lani Manners' journey into health care started with a tragedy she barely remembers—but one that changed the course of her life. "I was probably four or five when my grandfather passed away," said Manners, a 2025 University of Michigan-Flint graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. "It was due to a heart issue that[…]
UM-Flint professor explores e-bike infrastructure and safety as part of NSF-funded team
A University of Michigan-Flint professor is helping lead a new research initiative to make U.S. cities safer and more accessible for cyclists and the rapidly growing number of e-bike riders. Greg Rybarczyk, associate professor of geography and a fellow at the Centre for Urban Design and Mental Health, is co-principal investigator on a $610,000 National[…]
FACING THE MUSIC (Symphony band photo gallery)
The University of Michigan's Symphony Band made a stop at the University of Michigan-Flint, May 8, as part of its 2025 "State of the Arts" tour. The tour will take the band across the state to engage local communities, connect with high school students and educators, and showcase the university's world-class performing arts programs. Joining the ensemble[…]
UM-Flint to host fifth annual Young Sharks/Junior Sharks entrepreneurship competition, May 28-29
More than 400 K-12 students in grades three through eight will put their entrepreneurial concepts to the test during the University of Michigan-Flint's Young Sharks/Junior Sharks pitch competition. The event, now in its fifth year, will take place May 28-29 on campus. New for 2025, the competition's two-day duration will allow each age group more[…]
CAP-ITAL IDEAS! (Graduation cap photo gallery)
The University of Michigan-Flint's Winter 2025 Commencement ceremonies, May 3-4, at Riverfront Conference Center, provided a time for celebration and individual expression. The vast array of creatively decorated graduation caps was all the evidence anyone needed. Whether they displayed words of reflection or the classic "Wolverbear" character, the following examples serve to put a "cap" on the weekend's events.
UM-Flint team wins university competition, secures $50,000 grant for partner organization's Parkinson's exercise classes
A pair of physical therapy doctorate students at the University of Michigan-Flint have secured a $50,000 grant for the Michigan Parkinson Foundation to bolster the ability of providers in underserved communities to offer critical, culturally responsive Parkinson's disease treatment. Nia Ahart's and Zoey Humes' "Move to Represent" initiative will train 10 physical and occupational therapy[…]
GO (OUT INTO THE WORLD) BLUE! (Spring 2025 Commencement photo gallery)
A new crop of Leaders & Best was christened May 3-4 as the University of Michigan-Flint celebrated its Spring 2025 Commencement ceremonies at its Riverfront Conference Center. Chancellor Laurence B. Alexander was joined by Yener Kandogan, interim provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs and interim dean for the School of Management; Michael Behm, U-M[…]
Graduates encouraged to cultivate adaptability, lifelong learning during UM-Flint's Spring 2025 Commencement
During the University of Michigan-Flint's Spring 2025 Commencement, Chancellor Laurence B. Alexander described the moment as an intersection, a time when years of hard work and sacrifice turn to exciting possibilities and the opportunity to make an impact in a rapidly changing world. Speaking during four ceremonies at the Riverfront Conference Center on May 3-4,[…]
THE WHITE COATS ARE COMING! (Physician assistant photo gallery)
The University of Michigan-Flint's Physician Assistant program celebrated the graduation of its third cohort, May 2. At a convocation ceremony at the Flint Institute of Arts, 48 graduates received long white coats to welcome them into the profession. The 28-month program includes 16 months of didactic curriculum, including professional development and public health, and 11 months of clinical rotations[…]
Maize & Blue Distinguished Scholar Azeim learned to get comfortable with being uncomfortable
Lina Azeim wasn't sure what she wanted to study when she came to UM-Flint, but has found a path in legal and political advocacy.