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Is an Information Technology Degree Worth It?
Is a Degree in Information Technology Worth It? With a 13% employment growth rate and above-average salary, there is no doubt that information technology is a sought-after industry in which to work. If you are interested in breaking into the fast-growing technology field, it might be worthwhile to pursue a degree in information technology. A[…]
1,001 Students Named to Winter 2022 Dean's List
More than 1000 students have been named to the University of Michigan-Flint Dean's List for the Winter 2022 semester. A full-time student must earn a 3.5 grade point average with 12 or more graded hours to achieve this honor and be placed on the dean's list for their school or college. In computing averages, only[…]
UM-Flint honors graduates during Spring 2022 Commencement
The University of Michigan-Flint celebrated the Class of 2022 during six historic ceremonies this weekend. UM-Flint Chancellor Deba Dutta emphasized the momentous achievement of these graduates in his remarks. "Your college years are a part of history that will be recounted, analyzed, and learned from for many years to come. You have been challenged in[…]
SOM partners with Ukrainian B-school, offers virtual workshops
It was late February when Aneil Mishra, dean of the School of Management at the University of Michigan-Flint, first connected with UCU Business School (LvBS), a graduate and executive business school in Lviv, Ukraine. Speaking with Academic Director Nataliya Oboznenko, the pair brainstormed opportunities for collaboration. Even during this initial conversation, the specter of escalating[…]
UM-Flint helped Mallory get accepted to law school
Mallory Lucas is headed to Wayne State Law School – and the University of Michigan-Flint helped her to get there. A 2021 criminal justice and sociology graduate, Mallory took advantage of the experiences available to her as a UM-Flint student to help her application stand out. She built her credentials as a tether agent with[…]
"Officer Friendly Day" sparks conversation and fun during Autism Acceptance Month
On April 23, the Department of Public Safety and Education Department at the University of Michigan-Flint collaborated to host "Officer Friendly Day," a family-friendly event that celebrated autism acceptance month. Individuals of all ages on the spectrum and their families could engage with law enforcement officers while enjoying fun activities. The event had multiple benefits:[…]
College of Innovation & Technology's inaugural class ends first year with a celebration
The College of Innovation and Technology (CIT) recently celebrated the end of its first official year. Students, staff, faculty, and industry partners connected over conversation and delicious food, revisiting all of the great things the CIT community has accomplished, and recognizing the innovation that our inaugural class brought with them into UM-Flint. As part of[…]
Earth Day roundup: 7 examples of environmental action at UM-Flint
It might be Earth Day on April 22, but the environment is a top priority every day at UM-Flint. Check out some examples of how UM-Flint has celebrated the planet. UM-Flint research team examines Extreme Heat Event risk reduction in Flint A project from a professor in the Department of Natural Sciences, Dr. Martin Kaufman,[…]
Is Completing Your Bachelor's Degree Worth It? | University of Michigan-Flint
Is Completing Your Bachelor's Degree Worth It? When you think about returning to college and finishing your degree as an adult learner, there are probably many factors that go into your consideration. How long will it take to complete my degree? Is it going to be very costly? How much will a bachelor's degree help[…]
UM-Flint Common Read connects community with nature
Every year, the University of Michigan-Flint Common Read invites the campus community to read a common book early in the year. This shared experience allows for conversations and connections to form based on the collective reading experience, and integrates the campus into national and global culture and discussions. The 2021-22 Common Read selection was Dr.[…]