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UM-Flint Health Informatics and Information Management program graduates first class

The University of Michigan-Flint College of Health Sciences will graduate its first cohort from the Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics and Information Management program this summer. The online program prepares students to manage medical records, safeguard sensitive data, and provide information-driven solutions in health care settings such as hospitals, clinics, insurance companies, and government[…]

Summer camp expands UM-Flint women's club soccer community impact

The annual camp will take place at 10 a.m., June 13, at Bicentennial Park soccer fields in Grand Blanc.

UM-Flint's women's club soccer team is using its annual youth summer camp to build community connections, mentor young players, and sustain its student-run program. Now in its third year, the day camp is a high-energy event that brings local kids together on and off the field. This year's event will again serve as both a[…]

UM-Flint's Womack recognized as community contributor of the year for advocacy and collaboration

Todd Womack, program manager, academic advisor, and lecturer in the Department of Social Work at the University of Michigan-Flint College of Health Sciences, has been named Community Contributor of the Year by the Arab American Heritage Council. He received the honor at the council's 28th annual Ensure the Legacy Banquet, which recognizes individuals whose work[…]

UM-Flint to "Take Back the Night" in support of sexual assault survivors and awareness, April 9

Take Back the Night will take place at 6 p.m., April 9, beginning on the first floor of the Harding Mott University Center.

Each April, the University of Michigan-Flint community joins a national movement to raise awareness of sexual violence and support survivors during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This year's SAAM events will focus on reclaiming safety, connection and empowerment, highlighted by the university's annual Take Back the Night rally and march at 6 p.m., April 9. Take[…]

UM-Flint to lead collaborative new moms program expanding pediatric care, community support

The University of Michigan-Flint will soon introduce a new program developed to enhance pediatric care and empower new mothers through education, support and early intervention. "Together in Flint: Strong Moms: Healthy Babies" is designed to address gaps in pediatric services and provide much-needed resources to area families. Led by Lindsay Marquardt, clinical assistant professor of[…]

UM-Flint team wins university competition, secures $50,000 grant for partner organization's Parkinson's exercise classes 

Zoey Humes (left) and Nia Ahart (right) will collaborate with the Michigan Parkinson Foundation to help develop future Parkinson’s disease treatment providers.

A pair of physical therapy doctorate students at the University of Michigan-Flint have secured a $50,000 grant for the Michigan Parkinson Foundation to bolster the ability of providers in underserved communities to offer critical, culturally responsive Parkinson's disease treatment. Nia Ahart's and Zoey Humes' "Move to Represent" initiative will train 10 physical and occupational therapy[…]

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 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[…]