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Makenzie Schroeder

Makenzie Schroeder is a Flint native who is currently attending the University of Michigan-Flint, studying communications and political science. She graduated from Kearsley High School. She is a sister of Phi Sigma Sigma sorority, writes for the Michigan Times, enjoys spending time with her family and dogs as well as reading a good book. 
 

Makenzie Schroeder's Latest Articles

Paints, Chalices & Hues is a quickly expanding Flint-based painting party business started by Tamika Hicks because she didn't want to travel to have fun.
Wine plus paint: A palette pleasing party business blooms in Flint

Paints, Chalices & Hues started simply because owner Tamika Hicks didn't want to travel to have fun—and now she's looking to hire more artists.

Blueberry Founder Phil Shaltz surrounded by celebrating ambassadors during the annual awards ceremony May, 19, 2017.
A little way to make a difference now adds up to 3,000 Blueberry Ambassadors

Massive random-acts-of-kindness campaign features school children throughout Genesee County doing more good than you can imagine.

The Renegades provide an entry-level opportunity into the steel drum band, while the Jumbie's are a more advanced, performance level.
Check out these Flint kids rocking the steel drum world

Nine kids from the Boys and Girls Club in Flint learn, "They can do anything, and they are not restricted because of where they live."

Owner Mike Herriman took over the family business from his father and now is joined by two sons and one grandson.
Building family, cars and community at Vern’s

Growing up in Grand Blanc, Mike Herriman admits that there was a time he didn’t even know where Davison road was. Now, Flint is home. And, it is his passion.

The new engineering space allows for multiple student groups to tackle projects at the same time.
Engineering at UM-Flint seeing major growth

New masters degree + new design space ... and another huge addition on the way.

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