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UM-Flint to celebrate its 30th annual Day of Service in honor of MLK
For the past three decades, the University of Michigan-Flint has recognized the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by hosting its annual Day of Service. Now in its 30th year, the event highlights the university's focus on engaged citizenship and provides an opportunity to support Genesee County residents while upholding King's legacy. The[…]
UM-Flint Occupational Therapy Department launches disability bowling initiative
Rolling into new lanes of inclusion, the Occupational Therapy Department at the University of Michigan-Flint's College of Health Sciences has launched a program that it hopes could be right up the alley for individuals with disabilities. What started as a one-on-one bowling session has now struck a chord with the community, growing into a weekly[…]
UM-Flint Rec Center unveils new weight room equipment and winter fitness programs
The University of Michigan-Flint Recreation Center is kicking off the winter season with exciting updates, including brand-new weight room equipment and various fitness programs designed to keep students and community members active during the colder months. The updated weight room features state-of-the-art equipment to enhance users' strength training experience. Students can access the center at[…]
Graduates seek to embrace challenges and drive change at UM-Flint's Fall 2024 Commencement
Graduation day is a time of joy—primarily for the students reaching this milestone, but also for the friends and family who stood by them along the way, as well as the faculty and staff who collaborated with learners to build a community that nurtures exploration, development and perseverance through countless obstacles. It's a moment to[…]
UM-Flint lauded by The Military Times for veteran friendliness
Already recognized once this academic year, the University of Michigan-Flint has earned acknowledgment from The Military Times via its 2025 "Best for Vets" rankings. It is the fourth consecutive year UM-Flint has been added to the list. For more than a decade, the Times has recognized colleges and universities with "a commitment to supporting veterans[…]
UM-Flint's MSW program granted Pre-Candidacy status on the path to accreditation
The University of Michigan-Flint College of Health Sciences has announced that its Master of Social Work program has been granted Pre-Candidacy status by the Council on Social Work Education, marking a significant milestone toward achieving full accreditation. The MSW program, which welcomed 15 students this fall, is on its path for a full accreditation review[…]
UM-Flint DPS receives $935K in grant funding for community development
Many know the University of Michigan-Flint's Department of Public Safety for offering services like Safe Ride, being visible at many campus events, and patrolling the streets of downtown Flint, thereby ensuring the safety of the campus community. However, this is only a portion of the work DPS does, as much of its work benefits the[…]
UM-Flint to host pair of Trans Awareness Week events, Nov. 13 & 20
Callum Carr presents at last years Trans Day of Remembrance event.
UM-Flint alum Amber Schlemmer is leading with heart in physiotherapy
At the heart of every community are individuals whose passion and commitment create a ripple effect of positive change. For the residents of Flushing, Michigan, that person is Amber Schlemmer. As the driving force behind Primary Prevention Physiotherapy, Schlemmer exemplifies professionalism and heartfelt empathy as she hopes to impact those she serves. Schlemmer, a 2016[…]
UM-Flint men's hockey team off to promising start
The University of Michigan-Flint men's hockey team is set for an action-packed week to build on its already impressive 6-4-1 start. With a challenging away game and a thrilling home series on the horizon, the team is poised to showcase their growing confidence and skill. The team displayed its recent success with back-to-back 4-1 road[…]