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They're New Here (New Student Convocation Photo Gallery)

The newest generation of Leaders & Best started their academic careers with UM-Flint at New Student Convocation and the Blue Bash BBQ, Aug. 27.

Incoming UM-Flint students took part in the Aug. 27 New Student Convocation, a brief ceremony to begin the new academic year. The event is a jumping-off point to "prepare students for their journeys of intellectual discovery in a close-knit and supportive community." Immediately following, the group – along with family and friends – took part[…]

Kicking Things Off (UM-Flint Academic Convocation Photo Gallery)

Interim Chancellor Donna Fry addressed the crowd of faculty and staff during Academic Convocation.

UM-Flint hosted its annual Academic Convocation, Aug. 24, marking the official start of the academic year. The event recognizes faculty and staff for their achievements in scholarly endeavors and service to the institution. U-M President Santa J. Ono addressed the UM-Flint community via video. A Welcome Back BBQ was hosted by the Office of the[…]

Welcome Home! (UM-Flint Move-in Photo Gallery)

More information about living on campus can be found at https://www.umflint.edu/housing/.

Hundreds of students arrived at the University of Michigan-Flint's First Street Residence Hall Aug. 24. The day marked the first of two move-in days at the downtown campus as students who will live at the Riverfront Residence Hall will get settled Aug. 27. The arrival of residential students marks the beginning of a busy weekend[…]

Donna Fry appointed interim chancellor for UM-Flint

U-M President Santa J. Ono said Donna Fry was selected for the interim role after an “extensive and expedited search.” Her appointment is effective Aug. 18.

This article originally appeared in The University Record. Donna Fry, a longtime faculty member and current dean of the College of Health Sciences at the University of Michigan-Flint, will serve as interim chancellor of the Flint campus. President Santa J. Ono announced her appointment in an Aug. 17 email message to the university community. Her[…]

UM-Flint's School of Management earns accolade for international business program

University HQ has recognized UM-Flint's online bachelor's degree in international business program as one of the country's best.

The University of Michigan-Flint's School of Management has had its online Bachelor of Business Administration in International Business program recognized as one of the country's best by University HQ. University HQ is an online resource for students to find top-rated colleges, scholarships and potential salaries for their career choices. The site provides information on colleges,[…]

UM-Flint occupational therapy, technology students make a difference for Flint child

UM-Flint students Shalini Augenstein (far left) and Marwa Hammami (left), assistant professor Donna Case (center) and student Elizabeth Mansfield (right) were part of a group that adapted a Power Wheels car for Flint child Kaden Stevenson (front).

Kaden Stevenson of Flint looked like any other kid having a great day when he recently drove a Spider-Man Power Wheels car in front of the William S. White Building at the University of Michigan-Flint. But the occasion was a momentous one for the 7-year-old boy, his family and several UM-Flint students. Kaden, who lost[…]

UM-Flint earns Gold-level veteran-friendly status for ninth consecutive year

UM-Flint's Student Veterans Resource Center provides unparalleled service to the university's military-connected students.

It's been said that all glitters is not gold, but for the University of Michigan-Flint it's a different story when it comes to taking care of veteran students. For the ninth year in a row, the university has been lauded with Gold-level status as a veteran-friendly school by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. The gold[…]

UM-Flint Nursing develops next generation of health care leaders at summer camp

High school campers learned nursing practices from professionals in the University’s Simulation and Clinical Innovation Center.

High school students from across the United States traveled to the University of Michigan-Flint's William S. White Building last month to participate in a two-day camp hosted by the School of Nursing. The "Future Nurse Summer Camp" featured events led by UM-Flint nursing faculty, staff and volunteers with direct working knowledge of the evolving field[…]