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Furthering Green Chemistry Research for a Healthier More Sustainable Tomorrow

"The chemical industry should be economically strong while also being safe and equitable to society and promote a healthy planet. " Dr. Jessica Tischler, Associate Professor of Chemistry, believes strongly in this idea and reflects both in her research and teaching. Recently, Dr. Tischler was awarded funding through the UM-Flint initiative, Reconnect to Scholarship, with[…]

Accomplished Alumna: Marietta Robinson

Marietta Robinson (Psychology '73) believes true success comes from making the world a better place. A long list of professional accomplishments is evidence of her holding true to that principle. From founding a law firm focused on advocating for medical malpractice victims, serving as a federally appointed Dalkon Shield trustee, serving as a presidentially appointed[…]

Becoming Uncomfortable: Caroline Markvluwer's Culturally-Inclusive Approach to Healthcare

Caroline Markvluwer and Alejandro, a four-year-old boy at Campamento Kewina. Photo credit: Campamento Kewina courtesy of Caroline Markvluwer

Madre Canguro. That's Spanish for "Mother Kangaroo," an honorary title given to UM-Flint Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program (OTD) student Caroline Markvluwer in her time at Campamento Kewina, a four-day camp in Cochabamba, Bolivia dedicated to meeting the unique needs to Bolivian children with Down Syndrome. At the camp, Markvluwer was paired with Alejandro, a four-year-old[…]