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UM-Flint to build community between law enforcement and autistic people at Officer Friendly Day
The University of Michigan-Flint and local law enforcement agencies are teaming up to build awareness and understanding between autistic people, their families and the police. UM-Flint's Officer Friendly Day will take place, 1-3 p.m., May 6, at the UM-Flint parking lot at Saginaw St. and Fifth Ave. Now in its second year, the event is[…]
UM-Flint recognized by U.S. News & World Report for excellence in online education
The University of Michigan-Flint has been recognized for its excellence in online education by U.S. News & World Report in its newly published "Best Online Programs" rankings. The university was honored for its online bachelor's degree programs and earned recognition for its general business program. Additionally, UM-Flint's online master's degree programs in education and nursing[…]
UM-Flint names 11 students as Maize and Blue Scholars
The University of Michigan-Flint has announced the summer and fall 2022 Maize and Blue Distinguished Scholar Award recipients. The Maize & Blue Award is the highest academic recognition given to undergraduate students during commencement season. The award is presented to no more than 26 students per year who excel academically and exemplify intellectual maturity and[…]
UM-Flint education programs receive national endorsement from Colleges of Distinction
The University of Michigan-Flint's education programs earned a national endorsement from the Colleges of Distinction, an online guide for college-bound students that honors colleges and universities throughout the U.S. for their excellence. According to COD, this specialized endorsement for the university's education programs is intended to recognize schools "whose undergraduate experiences are grounded in a[…]
UM-Flint to host Inclusive Halloween, 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[…]
UM-Flint invites K-12 students to campus for Teacher Leadership Symposium, Oct. 20
"What do you want to be when you grow up?" It's a common question asked of kids and one that takes a decidedly more serious tone as students finish high school. You've heard the classic answers: astronaut, doctor, marine biologist, teacher. But now, young people are increasingly leaving "teacher" off that list of desired careers.[…]
UM-Flint faculty, staff members recognized for uplifting women in higher education
Two members of the University of Michigan-Flint community have been recognized for their work in supporting women in higher education across the state. Michelle Silva, lecturer IV in communication studies, and Sade' Wilson, quality assurance coordinator with the Center for Educator Preparation, received the Chiara Hensley Outstanding Institutional Representative Award from the Michigan American Council[…]
UM-Flint "Crip Camp" screening sparks live conversation with advocate Judy Heumann
When Associate Professors of Education Christine Kenney and Melissa Sreckovic showed the documentary "Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution" in their classrooms, they were met with shocked reactions. Their students could not believe that they had not heard about the disability rights movement prior to viewing the documentary. On March 23, Kenney and Sreckovic hosted a[…]
How will you support UM-Flint during Giving Blueday?
Giving Blueday is an annual day of giving that will take place across the University of Michigan campuses on March 16. Many units at UM-Flint participate in this initiative and have a wide variety of funds that impact our campus in countless positive ways. Read more to learn about some of the funds that have[…]
10 highlights from UM-Flint in 2021
As 2021 quickly comes to a close, it is plain to see that the UM-Flint community has done some truly amazing things this year. Students, faculty, and staff made it their mission to embrace innovation, achieving in ways we couldn't have imagined in years past. From life-saving inventions to much-needed campus celebrations, the work of[…]