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UM-Flint professor researching the future of transportation in metro Detroit
Traversing metro Detroit on electric bikes could provide an easier and greener way of getting around the Motor City and a joint University of Michigan research team will work to prove that and more during the coming year. Led by Greg Rybarczyk, associate professor of geography at the University of Michigan-Flint, and Fred Feng, assistant[…]
Summer Vocal Music Academy returns to UM-Flint
The University of Michigan-Flint Summer Vocal Academy of Music returned to the downtown campus beginning July 11, continuing to offer instruction in music with an emphasis on choral and solo singing. Students in grades seven through 12 work with experienced music instructors in an effort to grow musically and artistically. Students are immersed in music[…]
5 resources that took my UM-Flint experience to the next level
As a recent UM-Flint graduate, I have been immersed in the campus community by becoming involved in student organizations, jobs, and volunteering. Outside of UM-Flint's competitive degree programs and scholarships that you may have already heard about, I'm here to tell you about five resources that you should definitely take advantage of when you enroll.[…]
UM-Flint "Crip Camp" screening sparks live conversation with advocate Judy Heumann
When Associate Professors of Education Christine Kenney and Melissa Sreckovic showed the documentary "Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution" in their classrooms, they were met with shocked reactions. Their students could not believe that they had not heard about the disability rights movement prior to viewing the documentary. On March 23, Kenney and Sreckovic hosted a[…]
Find your community with these student clubs in the Department of Natural Sciences
No matter what path a UM-Flint student takes, there's an organization that offers community and development related to their interests. Students in the Department of Natural Sciences are no exception. Comprised of Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, and Physics, one might imagine this department to be all about long days in the lab and late nights[…]
Grant Allows UM-Flint Early Childhood Development Center to Offer Evening Childcare
UM-Flint's Early Childhood Development Center (ECDC) has been awarded a $500,000 grant to help students cover childcare costs while they attend classes.
Advance Screening of Film Based on UM-Flint Alumn's Award-Winning Book
RSVPs will be taken on a first come, first serve basis. Both film presentations will be in the KIVA in the Harding Mott University Center on the UM-Flint campus.
Big Changes Coming to University of Michigan-Flint Dining Services
A "Simply to Go" station to service the increasing number of students at Northbank Center and a renovation of the dining area in the University Center are just a few of the many changes.
University of Michigan-Flint 2013 Faculty Convocation Awards and Promotions
The Academic Affairs Convocation is an annual event held in the UM-Flint Theatre.
2013-14 UM-Flint Common Read Events for Amy Waldman's "The Submission"
A highlight of the upcoming season includes a campus visit by author Amy Waldman on October 9.