Tag Archives: SOM
UM-Flint event series to feature networking, employers, Fortune 500 CEO
The University of Michigan-Flint School of Management is hosting five events in five weeks, fostering new connections and opportunities for students, alums and employers. The event series will begin with a Virtual Alumni Career Panel from noon to 1 p.m, Sept. 24. This moderated discussion will introduce students to alums currently in the workforce, including:[…]
Fueled for success: UM-Flint student ignites career at HF Sinclair
Kaylynn Charchan has distinguished herself as the first University of Michigan-Flint student to intern at HF Sinclair Corporation. The senior business major completed her 10-week experience in the Velocity internship program on Aug. 1. According to its website, HF Sinclair Corporation is "an evolving energy company" that provides traditional and renewable fuels and lubricants for[…]
CEO sees UM-Flint doctoral research as startup's missing ingredient
By 2023, W.E. Da'Cruz had spent more than three years launching her small business, The Mushroom Angel Co. Inc., which produces mushroom-based meat alternatives. Shoppers were buying its debut product, mushroom burgers, from gourmet vendors in Detroit, Ann Arbor and beyond. Yet, the entrepreneur felt a key ingredient was missing: speed. She needed experts to[…]
How UM-Flint prepares students for the nation's fastest-growing careers
The job market is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by advancements in technology, shifting economic demands, and new ways of working. While these changes can seem daunting, they also create exciting opportunities for those with the appropriate preparation. The right college degree can position learners for a career that is not only financially rewarding[…]
UM-Flint's School of Management webinars help students considering business degrees
The University of Michigan-Flint's School of Management will offer six free, one-hour webinars May 27-June 12 that will allow attendees to discover how they can earn bachelor's or master's degrees in various in-demand business fields. Prospective students who attend the sessions can ask questions directly of SOM's expert faculty. According to the College Board, an[…]
UM-Flint nursing graduate finds purpose in loss, charts path to nurse anesthetist
Lani Manners' journey into health care started with a tragedy she barely remembers—but one that changed the course of her life. "I was probably four or five when my grandfather passed away," said Manners, a 2025 University of Michigan-Flint graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. "It was due to a heart issue that[…]
UM-Flint's School of Management names Sherri Stephens as 2025 Outstanding Alumni Award recipient
Sherri Stephens' journey began in Flint, as the eldest of six children raised by two devoted educators. Her parents were her first mentors, instilling in her the values of education, integrity and service to others. Those values would guide her through a lifetime of impact. As a full-time student at the University of Michigan-Flint, Stephens[…]
Make the most of summer vacation with UM-Flint's enriching K-12 camps
Summer is just around the corner, and while many students are looking forward to relaxing days by the pool, others are excited to make the most of their free time by learning and experiencing topics they are really passionate about. Perhaps a budding entrepreneur is excited to learn what it actually takes to start a[…]
UM-Flint launching Master of Science in Applied Finance for fall 2025
The University of Michigan-Flint's School of Management is expanding its graduate offerings with the introduction of a Master of Science in Applied Finance program for fall 2025. Designed for professionals looking to advance their careers in finance or transition into the field, the program will provide a practical, skills-based approach to corporate financial management, investment[…]
A-MAIZE-ING GRADUATES (Fall 2024 Commencement photo gallery)
The University of Michigan-Flint celebrated its summer and fall graduates during the Fall 2024 Commencement, Dec. 15, at the Riverfront Conference Center. Close to 900 students were eligible to participate. The day featured three ceremonies for undergraduate and graduate students involving the university's five schools and colleges. It was also the first time Chancellor Laurence[…]