Tag Archives: healthcare
Commitment to service earns student UM-Flint's Maize & Blue Scholar Award
Angela Myers' interest in health care emerged at an early age after helping care for older adults in her community. She said her mother, who raised seven children and worked as a caretaker, inspired her dedication to service and her ability to connect with those in need of support. Myers often found herself able to[…]
UM-Flint student uses technology to build a better future for herself and others
The old science fiction trope of futuristic humans working alongside robots – before the mechanical menaces eventually turn on their creators – is as old as the genre itself. However, for Jamiah McQuiller, minoring in computer science isn't about whether she can build her own personal R2-D2 to pal around with, or develop the next[…]
UM-Flint's College of Health Sciences introduces customizable master's in health services administration
As health care evolves, the need for qualified administrators, leaders, and health and business professionals continues to grow. To meet that demand, the University of Michigan-Flint's College of Health Sciences is now offering a customizable Master of Science in Health Services Administration for fall 2023.
UM-Flint School of Nursing selected for national initiative in delivering diverse, equitable education
Creating an inclusive future in health care requires a diverse group of individuals entering the profession who are prepared to make a difference. The School of Nursing at the University of Michigan-Flint will help to lead in creating this future as SON has been selected by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing for a[…]
Student Research Spotlight: Taylor Culinski
Most students use their first year in college to take care of the basics, like exploring student clubs or learning how to find their way around campus. For Taylor Culinski, a junior psychology major from Swartz Creek, her first year was the perfect time to begin conducting research alongside her professors. And it was that[…]
UM-Flint Physical Therapy Department Improves Learning by Improving Lives
Second year Doctor of Physical Therapy students are working with adult community members with neurological challenges in a project in which students work with patients at the university's Urban Health and Wellness Center.
UM-Flint Nursing Students Follow Maureen Tippen to Dominican Republic for 20th Year
It is a learning experience that has become a tradition for the University of Michigan-Flint nursing department. Clinical assistant professor Maureen Tippen will guide students to the less-traveled areas of the Dominican Republic to deliver healthcare to a sugarcane village in a remote area of the country.
UM-Flint Offers New Health Navigator Minor and Certificate
The University of Michigan-Flint has created a new interdisciplinary program that will meet the rising demands of healthcare reform. The new Health Navigator minor and certificate program will prepare students to connect patients with much-needed services to help prevent injury and illness.
Speakers Selected for UM-Flint's May 4 Commencement Ceremonies
Two prominent local leaders in the healthcare industry have been selected to deliver the commencement address at the two ceremonies on May 4. Phil Hagerman, CEO of Diplomat Specialty Pharmacy, will deliver the address at the morning session. Betsy Aderholdt, CEO of Genesys Health Systems, will be providing the afternoon commencement address.
UM-Flint Home to State of Michigan's First Ph.D. Program in Physical Therapy
The dual DPT/Ph.D. is designed for individuals who aspire to careers in academic teaching, research, and advanced clinical practice in physical therapy.