UM-Flint professor explains the Celtic origins of Halloween

October 24, 2023 11:23 am Madeline Campbell

John Ellis, UM-Flint professor of history, recently spoke on the Celtic origins of Halloween ahead of a faculty-led trip to Dublin, Ireland.

So you've set up the 12-foot skeleton in your front yard, spent a whole paycheck on candy for the neighborhood kids, and dusted off your Dracula cape. But did you know that Halloween traditions like carving pumpkins, wearing costumes and sharing ghost stories stem from Celtic traditions and customs? A group of UM-Flint students will[…]

UM-Flint to host Inclusive Halloween, Oct. 28

October 20, 2022 9:47 am Logan McGrady

UM-Flint will make Halloween accessible for everyone through its Inclusive Halloween event, Oct. 28.

For those with disabilities or certain medical conditions, Halloween can often be more "trick" than "treat" as the annual fall festivity can present unique challenges. For instance, people that use wheelchairs or crutches may find it difficult to navigate porch steps, while those with food allergies or feeding tubes may have to rule out the usual[…]