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UM-Flint students awarded $50,000 grant to improve diversity in Parkinson's exercise classes 

Zoey Humes (left) and Nia Ahart (right) will partner with the Michigan Parkinson Foundation to foster more diversity in Parkinson’s disease treatment providers.

A pair of physical therapy doctorate students at the University of Michigan-Flint have secured a $50,000 grant to bolster the diversity of providers offering critical Parkinson's disease treatment. Nia Ahart's and Zoey Humes' "Move to Represent" initiative will train 10 physical and occupational therapy professionals of color to implement PWR!Moves, an evidence-based exercise and physical[…]

Make the most of summer vacation with UM-Flint's enriching K-12 camps

UM-Flint offers a variety of hands-on summer camp programs for students interested in nursing, music, and more.

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 rallies around students with final exams events promoting wellness, community

Students enjoy a game of pool during the fall 2024 Late Night Breakfast.

As the end of the semester draws near, the University of Michigan-Flint is transforming final exams into a celebration of community and well-being with a lineup of events to ease stress, foster connection and support academic success. From creative crafting to late-night breakfasts and library lock-ins, the campus has opportunities for students to recharge and[…]

UM-Flint receives $746K grant to operate as a regional hub for digital resources and education

UM-Flint now serves as the Prosperity Region 6 Hub for the Michigan Inclusive Training Technology and Equity Network.

Consider all the ways you use technology in your daily life. Bills are paid online. Job searches are conducted on the internet. Earning a college degree is just a Wi-Fi connection away. Family members half the world apart are able to stay in touch thanks to modern connectivity. However, imagine if these digital resources weren't[…]

UM-Flint's Educator Development Program empowers future educators through personalized support

UM-Flint’s Morris Hood, Jr. Educator Development Program provides support to help education students find success and reach their full potential. Pictured from left to right are MHED program associate RoShawndra Opara, sophomore elementary education major Nathan Malone of Flushing and MHED program manager Bianca Torbert.

The Morris Hood, Jr. Educator Development Program at the University of Michigan-Flint is transforming the educational journeys of aspiring teachers by providing comprehensive support systems that address their academic and personal needs. Through personalized coaching, wellness resources and community engagement opportunities, MHED creates pathways to success for students who might otherwise face significant barriers to[…]

UM-Flint's Take Back the Night event highlights Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Take Back the Night rally and march, 5 p.m., April 9, is a cornerstone event of Sexual Assault Awareness Month at UM-Flint.

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, which the University of Michigan-Flint is recognizing with a series of impactful events aimed at raising awareness, supporting survivors and fostering prevention. Central to this year's programming is the annual Take Back the Night rally. This year, acclaimed filmmaker and activist Byron Hurt will deliver the keynote address. The[…]

UM-Flint Women's Club Soccer: scoring goals, building community, gaining recognition

The UM-Flint Women's Club Soccer team focuses on much more than just dribbling and goalkeeping. It is a group that embodies UM-Flint's spirit of community and resilience.

The sound of striking leather echoes across the gym as the University of Michigan-Flint Women's Club Soccer team takes part in an open practice. But for this squad, the practice represents something far more significant than the passing of balls and the running of drills—it embodies the remarkable revival of a program that nearly disappeared[…]

UM-Flint receives $50K grant from the Priority Health Total Health Foundation to support students, new mothers

The Priority Health Total Health Foundation is supporting two UM-Flint initiatives that contribute to the health and wellness of students on campus and families in the community.

The University of Michigan-Flint recently received a $50,000 grant from the Priority Health Total Health Foundation supporting two initiatives that benefit current students in need and new moms in the greater Flint community.  The grant is split equally between Wolverine Essentials, a one-stop location for UM-Flint students to access basic needs, services and resources, and[…]

Beyond books: A look at resources at the Frances Willson Thompson Library

The library has many useful resources for students, some of which appear to be straight out of science fiction, such as this quiet study pod.

Libraries have long been cornerstones of learning and community engagement, evolving from traditional repositories of books to multifaceted hubs offering diverse educational resources and services. Modern libraries are designed to cater to a wide range of needs, providing patrons with both a tranquil space to study and access to a wealth of knowledge and technology.[…]

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[…]