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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 DNP students awarded for heart disease treatment findings
It's been said that "a picture is worth a thousand words," but what about a poster? For three University of Michigan-Flint School of Nursing graduate students, the word used to describe their poster was "winner," as their work won the award for best poster at the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners Annual Conference at Traverse City's[…]
UM-Flint Nursing creates Team Micaela to support student battling breast cancer
Fighting cancer is something no one should have to do alone. So to help one of their own, the University of Michigan-Flint's School of Nursing created Team Micaela to support a student facing the toughest battle of her life. The team shared financial donations and ensured Micaela Trevino felt their love, Oct. 22, at the Making[…]
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[…]
UM-Flint's School of Nursing provides lifesaving gift to local church
Parishioners at St. Pius X Catholic Church hold their parish close to their hearts. And now, courtesy of a defibrillator from the University of Michigan-Flint's School of Nursing, they will be able to keep potentially lifesaving assistance just as near. The gift of the automatic external defibrillator was made possible by a grant from the[…]
K12 students explore careers during Future Nurses Camp
The University of Michigan-Flint's School of Nursing welcomed future caregivers to campus June 27-28 for the 2022 Future Nurses Camp. The two-day interactive summer camp, that showcased UM-Flint's nursing faculty, staff and facilities, was attended by area high school students who are considering a career in nursing. The event returned to downtown Flint after a[…]
UM-Flint's Dr. Cynthia McCurren to lead American Association of Colleges of Nursing
Cynthia McCurren, Ph.D., RN, dean of the School of Nursing at the University of Michigan-Flint, has been appointed chair of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Board of Directors. McCurren's two-year term began on March 28, 2022, after being named chair-elect in 2020. "This appointment, as well as the many ways our nursing[…]
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[…]
UM-Flint graduates celebrate on campus during Fall 2021 Commencement
In a six-ceremony feat, the University of Michigan-Flint celebrated its graduates in a safe and special way. Following the theme of "Celebrate Blue, Celebrate You," the Fall 2021 Commencement ceremonies paid tribute to the graduates of 2020 and 2021 at the Riverfront Banquet Center on December 17-19. Following campus health guidelines, the weekend's ceremonies were[…]