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Tuition raised 6.5 percent

UM-Flint students' tuition will increase for the 2009-2010 school year. On June 18, the University of Michigan board of regents approved the increase. Tuition will increase by 6.5 percent for undergraduate students and 4.9 percent for graduate students. The board also approved an 8.… Post the First Comment

Varsity sports announcement approaching

University Relations announced today that UM-Flint has received the "Feasibility Study for Intercollegiate Athletics"  completed by Alden Associates. According to the release, a copy of the report will be available today to media representatives from 3:30 to 4 p.… Post the First Comment
New Dean Named for SHPS

New Dean Named for SHPS

After an eight-month national search, Barbara Kornblau was appointed the new dean for the School of Health Professions and Studies (SHPS). She will replace Interim Dean Betty Velthouse on July 15, 2009.… Post the First Comment
Gala at parking ramp promises growth, rejuvenation for Downtown Flint

Gala at parking ramp promises growth, rejuvenation for Downtown Flint

A gala was held June 19 to celebrate the completion of the James Rutherford Parking Structure, a $7 million dollar state of the art parking structure. The celebration took place, where else, at the new ramp.… Post the First Comment
UM-Flint Football Club ranked 13

UM-Flint Football Club ranked 13

The rankings are in and the schedule is posted for the 2009 UM-Flint Football Club. According to the National Club Football Rankings Web site, UM-Flint sits at 13 in their pre-season rankings out of the 20 ranked teams.… Post the First Comment

Featured Stories

Response to Pittsburgh response

When I wrote my rant about the Pittsburgh Penguins' and the Los Angeles Lakers' parades last issue, I never imagined I would have so many responses

Pixar's 'Up' turns fantasy into reality

Pixar's 'Up' turns fantasy into reality
"Up" is the story of Carl Fredrickson, a 78-year-old man who always harbored a dream of being an explorer and visiting Paradise Falls in South America. In just the first 10 minutes of the movie, Pixar manages to capture the entire life of a man and you feel as if you've lived it with them.

Boil Water Advisory Affects Life in Flint

A boil water advisory for Flint, including UM-Flint, was recently lifted. Although classes at UM-Flint were not cancelled, the water advisory still had an effect on the university, particularly those living in the First Street Residence Hall.

New "Nightmare" for Nintendo DS gamers

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“Knights in the Nightmare” is a new game for the Nintendo DS that was supposed to hit Game Stop on June 3, but due to a shipping issue the game did not make it to the stores until June 4. The game, which, came with a free art book and free CD for anyone who reserved a copy of the game, was worth the wait.

Men's Health Fair in Flint

As a celebration for Father's Day weekend, the Urban Health and Wellness Center for UM-Flint kicked off their inaugural Men's Health Fair in conjunction with the Rainbow Corvette Club. Although it was difficult to set up with the windy weather, volunteers and health professionals worked together to provide health assistance for the fair's participants.

"Star Trek" gets a big two thumbs up

Since rumors of a new “Star Trek” movie were first heard on the airwaves, people have been talking about the film. For almost a year, it was kept a secret and no one even knew the release date. Finallythe release date was set for Christmas 2008, but for some reason, release of one of the year's most anticipated films was delayed.

Glover plays spoiler at Bethpage

For the second year in a row, our nation's Open Golf Championship was decided on a Monday. Unlike last year, this year's result left a bad taste in my mouth.

Is "Dark Horse" Nickelback's best album?

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On November 18 of last year, Nickelback released their sixth album, Dark Horse, with two of the most talked about singles. “Gotta Be Somebody” was an instant hit among those with the softer side to show, as the lead singer, Chad Kroeger, uses wonderful harmonies and words to describe how there has to be someone out there.

Student Veterans receive campus aid and reinforcements in the Fall

University of Michigan-Flint students who have served in the military will be receiving help adjusting to college life this year. Along with several other services for military veteran students, the campus has plans to implement a Veteran's Resource Center in the University Pavilion that will provide resources to war veteran students such as help finding tutors and financial aid.

SOM partners with American College of Dubai

The University of Michigan-Flint's School of Management has started a partnership with the American College of Dubai. The two universities have established an academic program that will allow the students attending the American College of Dubai to complete two years of school there and then transfer their accumulated credits to UM-Flint.

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