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UM-Flint's University Center summer renovations begin April 29

The University of Michigan-Flint's Harding S. Mott University Center will begin a planned closure, April 29, for scheduled upgrades and improvements to the building. The summer maintenance will include space renovations on the building's first floor, upgrades to HVAC systems and window replacements throughout the building. In preparation for the closure, the following offices, housed[…]

UM-Flint's Officer Friendly Day promotes positive interactions between autistic people and law enforcement, May 4

Staff, student volunteers, and law enforcement officers who took part in Officer Friendly Day 2023.

Free food, police vehicle tours, story time with officers and the opportunity to build an understanding community between individuals with autism, their families, and law enforcement – not a bad way to spend a Saturday.   Now in its third year, Officer Friendly Day will offer local law enforcement officers yet another opportunity to enhance their[…]

UM-Flint nursing student champions community health

A group of UM-Flint nursing students recently shared their health care journeys on the Spanish-language program, “Radio Centro Multicultural.” The group included, from left, Tessa Goslin, Perlita Irish, Selena Alvarado, Fernanda Ryan, Brooke Steingold and Isabella Pacheco. Not pictured is Samuel Gutierrez.

Patients often depend on nursing professionals to care for them on the worst days of their lives. At times like these, you want a nurse who is caring, competent, and an advocate for your needs, no matter your background. Perlita Irish, a senior Bachelor of Science in Nursing student from Grand Blanc, is prepared to[…]

Beating the odds: UM-Flint graduate's journey from foster care to commencement

Alizia Hamilton (right) graduated from UM-Flint’s AODC programs in April 2023. Here she is pictured with Roy Barnes, professor emeritus of sociology and former AODC director.

According to the National Foster Youth Institute, less than 5% of youth raised in foster care obtain a college degree. So when Alizia Hamilton, who spent a portion of her adolescence in foster care, earned an associate degree while working and raising her own children, it was cause for celebration. And after taking an extended[…]

UM-Flint to host Michigan High School Esports Spring State Finals, May 4

UM-Flint will again host the Michigan High School Esports Federation Spring State Finals, May 4.

The University of Michigan-Flint's Recreation Center will be turned into the state's largest esports arena, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., May 4, as the campus will again host the Michigan High School Esports Federation Spring State Finals. The event is the state's largest high school esports event. It promises a day of high-octane competition, showcasing[…]

UM-Flint to host spring commencement ceremonies, April 27-28

UM-Flint’s Spring 2024 Commencement will consist of four ceremonies, taking place April 27-28 at the Riverfront Conference Center.

The University of Michigan-Flint will celebrate its April and August graduates during the Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremonies, April 27-28, at the Riverfront Conference Center. More than 900 students are eligible to participate. Undergraduate and graduate students will be awarded degrees during four ceremonies involving the university's five schools and colleges.  The schedule for commencement is[…]

UM-Flint earns accolades from US News & World Report

A pair of UM-Flint graduate programs were recognized by U.S. News & World Report's “2024 Best Graduate School” rankings.

The University of Michigan-Flint has earned a pair of honors via the new U.S. News & World Report "2024 Best Graduate School" rankings. Making the lists were the School of Management's part-time MBA program and the College of Arts, Sciences & Education was named one of the country's best education schools. "This recognition of our[…]