Kids and Education

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In The News Members of the University of Michigan-Flint's Entrepreneurs Society recently brought back a national award—second place for cross campus involvement from the College Entrepreneurship Organization conference.

College entrepreneurs win national award (again)


In The News Greg Fiedler, president and CEO of the Greater Flint Arts Council, outside the GFAC gallery and offices on South Saginaw Street in Flint.

A look inside the Greater Flint Arts Council


In The News “All aboard,” calls Larry Coleman, conductor at Huckleberry Railroad, to usher guests to their seats for the 40-minute trip from Crossroads Village along the shore of Mott Lake and down the historic Pere Marquette railbed.

Huckleberry Railroad through the eyes of a conductor


In The News EIE Flint Community Schools

Looking for excellence in education? Look right here


Feature Story Full-time employee Nicole Zepp assembles a Stormy Kromer vest.  Zepp says she has personally utilized almost every program offered at St. Luke's including New Paths, food pantry, employment prep, and the literacy program.
In The News The Amani Program "Children in Harmony" aims to build a lifetime of gender equity and empathy through music and emotional intelligence.

Using music to teach life lessons


In The News Nadia Alamah describes herself as a writer, wanderer and wearer of many hats. She gives artists a stage, creates opportunities for collaboration, and provides spaces for inspiration. 

Nadia Alamah: Putting Flint arts in the spotlight


Feature Story Flint schools head football coach Chris Wilson played in the NFL before returning to his hometown to coach.
In The News Justin Wetenhall discovered and fell in love with Flint as a student. He moved to the city a month ago and calls his Grand Traverse Neighborhood home The Ivy.

Why I chose Flint: A 24-year-old's perspective