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UM-Flint Women's Club Soccer: scoring goals, building community, gaining recognition
The sound of striking leather echoes across the gym as the University of Michigan-Flint Women's Club Soccer team takes part in an open practice. But for this squad, the practice represents something far more significant than the passing of balls and the running of drills—it embodies the remarkable revival of a program that nearly disappeared[…]
Donor participation increased throughout the UM-Flint community during Giving Blueday 2025
Giving Blueday–the University of Michigan's annual day of giving–is generally known as an online event. After all, the internet is the best way to engage U-M's global community of alumni and other supporters of the Maize and Blue. It's an effective method that allows donors to support what they love about the university at their[…]
Task force seeks input on process for new honorific namings
The tri-campus Task Force on New Honorific Namings is seeking input from the university community as it works to develop policies and procedures for new honorific namings of facilities and prominent spaces at the University of Michigan. Working with the Research & Evaluation team at the UM-ADVANCE Program, the task force has developed a short[…]
UM-Flint named a College of Distinction for 2025
The University of Michigan-Flint has been named a College of Distinction for 2025. This honor recognizes schools' commitment to providing a high-quality undergraduate education focused on hands-on learning, strong student-teacher relationships, vibrant campus life, and successful outcomes. Colleges of Distinction is an online resource that provides college profiles and resources for students, parents and high[…]
A RIBBITING GOOD TIME (UM-Flint Family Fun Day video)
As part of its push to engage more directly with the community, UM-Flint's Theatre program staged a Family Fun Day during its March 23 matinee performance of "A Year with Frog and Toad." Local families came out to make art, play with themed toys, meet the cast, and enjoy the jazzy, whimsical musical.
UM-Flint receives $50K grant from the Priority Health Total Health Foundation to support students, new mothers
The University of Michigan-Flint recently received a $50,000 grant from the Priority Health Total Health Foundation supporting two initiatives that benefit current students in need and new moms in the greater Flint community. The grant is split equally between Wolverine Essentials, a one-stop location for UM-Flint students to access basic needs, services and resources, and[…]
Leading up to 'The Laramie Project,' UM-Flint to screen 'Matt Shepard is a Friend of Mine' April 2
This art and moving night will feature a film screening and discussion with The Laramie Project cast, art making, free food, and more.
STICKY SITUATION (Giving Blueday 2025 photo gallery)
While generous donors supported student success with online donations, the on-campus celebration was bigger than ever during Giving Blueday 2025. The event celebrated the university's annual day of giving, during which the UM-Flint community gave to more than 50 gift funds that ensure the next generation of Leaders and Best are empowered to succeed. In[…]
MOVEMENT AS MEDICINE (Physical therapy alum video)
Amber Schlemmer is making a lasting impact in Flushing through her dedication to compassionate care. A 2016 UM-Flint DPT graduate, she founded Primary Prevention Physiotherapy in 2018 to provide expert treatment while fostering meaningful patient connections. With professionalism and empathy at the core of her work, Schlemmer ensures every patient feels valued, heard and supported[…]
UM-Flint names 14 students as Maize and Blue Scholars
The University of Michigan-Flint has announced the winter 2025 Maize and Blue Distinguished Scholar Award recipients. The Maize & Blue Award is the highest academic recognition for undergraduate students during commencement season. It is presented to at most 26 students per year who excel academically and exemplify intellectual maturity and depth, character, talent and service[…]