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UM-Flint History integrates area museums in coursework

UM-Flint History's museum studies class explored Applewood as part of their coursework. (Photo Credit: Madeline Campbell)

For many college students, not every lesson is learned inside the classroom. Whether it's through an internship, a volunteer opportunity or a service-learning project, the opportunities for acquiring knowledge are many. And for an inquisitive group of University of Michigan-Flint history students, a variety of Genesee County museums are providing new occasions for learning. The[…]

UM-Flint to celebrate National Chemistry Week with hands-on demonstrations

UM-Flint chemistry students and faculty are celebrating National Chemistry Week with hands-on demonstrations on campus and throughout the community.

Chemistry is much more than equations and lab reports – it offers an opportunity to see science in action. And with that serving as a base, the University of Michigan-Flint Chemistry Club will act as the catalyst of STEM curiosity and exploration during National Chemistry Week,  Oct. 16-22. The club, which officially became a student[…]

Two UM-Flint MPA students recognized for their service to the Flint area

Brandee Cooke-Brown and Emily Leonard are making an impact by working in community organizations while earning their Master of Public Administration degrees from UM-Flint.

Two University of Michigan-Flint students who are working toward their master's degrees in public administration were recently recognized for their leadership in the community thanks to their inclusion in the Flint and Genesee Group's first-ever "40 Under 40" program.  The program highlights a diverse group of professionals, entrepreneurs and influencers who are working to shape[…]

UM-Flint faculty receive $18,000 grant to support "Unlocking the Arts in Flint" program

UM-Flint students and faculty came together for a workshop focused on the Youth Arts: Unlocked program and to talk about the "Unlocking the Arts in Flint" grant.

An $18,000 grant from the U-M Arts Initiative will assist three University of Michigan-Flint faculty members in helping to foster social change in Flint and Genesee County. The grant will support and strengthen a program titled "Unlocking the Arts in Flint," a joint venture between the Flint-area nonprofit Youth Arts: Unlocked and the UM-Flint Arts[…]

UM-Flint alum, history student work together in archive digitization project

UM-Flint alum Rachel Stock and history student Nicholas Harvey are working to digitize archive collections at the Cromaine District Library in Hartland.

A University of Michigan-Flint alum is diligently working to ensure that Hartland residents can easily access information from the past and is doing so with a current UM-Flint history student to make it happen.  Clio resident Rachel Stock, a 2016 UM-Flint graduate with a bachelor's degree in history and two-time Wyatt Endowment scholar, works as[…]

UM-Flint CIT travels to Chicago for IMTS 2022

During the College of Innovation & Technology's first official trip, Shirl Donaldson, assistant professor of digital manufacturing technology, led a group of students to take part in the International Manufacturing Technology Show.

The Windy City might be better known for deep dish pizza and Al Capone, but it is also becoming a hub for current and future STEM leaders as students from the University of Michigan-Flint's College of Innovation and Technology visited Chicago earlier this month.  The group of 15 students, led by Shirl Donaldson, UM-Flint assistant[…]

UM-Flint student explores mental health in the criminal justice system

UM-Flint psychology major Shelby Tracy spent her summer researching interactions between inmates and officers at the Sanilac County Sherrif's Office.

While Shelby Tracy may have spent her summer at the Sanilac County Sheriff's Office, it was not for breaking any laws. Rather, the University of Michigan-Flint senior psychology major from Sandusky was there to study the interactions between law enforcement officers and inmates, while gaining experience in the criminal justice field ahead of her projected[…]

Achtung!: UM-Flint students can travel to Berlin for (nearly) free

UM-Flint history majors and minors will see landmarks like the Berlin Cathedral while participating in the Wyatt Exploration Program trip.

Whether it's a visit to the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag Building or the Berlin Wall, Germany's capital city is brimming with history no matter where you turn. The city, which dates back to the 13th century, remains one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Now imagine being able to immerse yourself in the history[…]

UM-Flint computer science professor awarded NSF grant

Mark Allison, associate professor of computer science, has been awarded a $600,000 grant from the National Science Foundation to research AI leadership strategies for robotic systems.

After several years of submitting proposals, Mark Allison, an associate professor of computer science at the University of Michigan-Flint's College of Innovation & Technology, has secured a research grant through the National Science Foundation. The grant will aid his work in the design of AI strategies and structures to support a leadership framework for dissimilar[…]