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UM-Flint recognized for exceptional 2024 student voter turnout

UM-Flint continues to be recognized for exceptional voter turnout.

The University of Michigan-Flint was recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge as a "2024 Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting." The program aims to recognize colleges and universities that make significant efforts toward increasing nonpartisan student voter participation. To be recognized by ALL IN, universities must complete four key actions: participate in[…]

UM-Flint to celebrate its 30th annual Day of Service in honor of MLK

Donna Fry, dean of the College of Health Sciences (front right), with UM-Flint volunteers as they package meals for the United Way during UM-Flint’s 2024 Day of Service.

For the past three decades, the University of Michigan-Flint has recognized the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by hosting its annual Day of Service. Now in its 30th year, the event highlights the university's focus on engaged citizenship and provides an opportunity to support Genesee County residents while upholding King's legacy. The[…]

UM-Flint Occupational Therapy Department launches disability bowling initiative

Gabi Craner, an OTD student from Fenton (left) and Laura Alegre, an OTD student from Flint (right), assist program participant Anne Miller as she learns how to bowl more independently after having a stroke.

Rolling into new lanes of inclusion, the Occupational Therapy Department at the University of Michigan-Flint's College of Health Sciences has launched a program that it hopes could be right up the alley for individuals with disabilities. What started as a one-on-one bowling session has now struck a chord with the community, growing into a weekly[…]

UM-Flint lauded by The Military Times for veteran friendliness

The Military Times has recognized UM-Flint on its "Best for Vets" list for the fourth consecutive year.

Already recognized once this academic year, the University of Michigan-Flint has earned acknowledgment from The Military Times via its 2025 "Best for Vets" rankings. It is the fourth consecutive year UM-Flint has been added to the list. For more than a decade, the Times has recognized colleges and universities with "a commitment to supporting veterans[…]

UM-Flint DPS receives $935K in grant funding for community development

The Department of Public Safety aims to help downtown residents connect with resources all throughout Flint.

Many know the University of Michigan-Flint's Department of Public Safety for offering services like Safe Ride, being visible at many campus events, and patrolling the streets of downtown Flint, thereby ensuring the safety of the campus community. However, this is only a portion of the work DPS does, as much of its work benefits the[…]

UM-Flint alum Amber Schlemmer is leading with heart in physiotherapy

At the heart of every community are individuals whose passion and commitment create a ripple effect of positive change. For the residents of Flushing, Michigan, that person is Amber Schlemmer. As the driving force behind Primary Prevention Physiotherapy, Schlemmer exemplifies professionalism and heartfelt empathy as she hopes to impact those she serves. Schlemmer, a 2016[…]

Redefining sales: UM-Flint's new competitive sales team launches career paths and new course

The University of Michigan-Flint sales team includes members Ja’Ron Lee, Kateryna Dzhevaga, Audrey Warren, Alaina Smotherman and lecturer IV Daniel Lake—celebrates its first competition success at Saginaw Valley State University, Oct.11-12.

Let's face it–salespeople often face negative stereotypes. When people think of a salesperson, they may picture someone constantly pressuring them to buy a product or service. And while that perception can sometimes hold true, Daniel Lake, lecturer IV of marketing at the University of Michigan-Flint's School of Management, is shifting his students' perspectives on what[…]

UM-Flint's Moot Court program prepares future legal scholars

Alyssia Washington's time in Moot Court has helped prepare her for a career in legal policy.

There's no question that learning the legal discipline is an enormous challenge, but it's one that the University of Michigan-Flint's Moot Court program is ready to help its members meet. Participants are given mock trial problems and showcase their written and oral advocacy skills to a panel of judges by defending both sides of two[…]

UM-Flint School of Management to host business summit Oct. 31, featuring Lear president and CEO

The UM-Flint School of Management will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a marquee event featuring Ray Scott, president and CEO of Lear Corporation, as the keynote speaker.

The University of Michigan-Flint School of Management, with its "Leaders and Best" title partner Sorensen Gross, OLV Investment Group, and in collaboration with the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, will host a business summit aimed at fostering networking and sharing industry insights with the community, Oct. 31. The event will take place, 11:30 a.m.[…]

UM-Flint receives MiLEAP Quick Start and Barrier Removal grants to support student success initiatives

The University of Michigan-Flint has been awarded $252,012 from the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential through its Student Success Grant program. The program is part of a new $45 million student success effort, which marks the state's first-ever grant program aimed at increasing student success rates at Michigan community and tribal colleges[…]