The University of Michigan-Flint has a long history of community partnership and engagement. Our faculty, staff, and students are committed to the success of our city. For those who are new to our campus and/or our community and for those who need/want to rediscover the city, we are pleased to offer this series of events and resources to assist you in making Flint a great place to live, work, play, and go to school!

 

Taste of Downtown

Wednesday, August 29, 4 pm-7 pm
Meet: 1st Floor University Center

Join us as we explore Flint’s amazing downtown eateries! This guided walking tour features free food and free gifts! Discover your community, make new friends, and have some fun!

Register for one or more My Flint events here: http://www.umflint.edu/advising/myflint.htm

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Farmers’ Market Frenzy

Saturday, September 8, 11 am-2 pm
Meet: 1st Floor University Center

Ever been to the Market? There are more than 30 indoor vendors year round, and in the spring, summer and fall there are approximately 75 vendors outside the market. Come with us and discover one of the most incredible places in the University of Michigan-Flint’s “backyard”.

Register for one or more My Flint events here: http://www.umflint.edu/advising/myflint.htm

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ARTWALK

Friday, September 14, 6 pm-9 pm
Meet: 1st Floor University Center

Join us as we explore the arts scene! ARTWALK features a rotating exhibition and takes place the second Friday of every month. It offers live music, catered food and beverages. ARTWALK includes Buckham Gallery, Pages Bookstore and other partners — all within two blocks in beautiful downtown Flint!

Register for one or more My Flint events here: http://www.umflint.edu/advising/myflint.htm

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Park(ing) Day

Friday, September 21, 10 am-2 pm*
Location: Saginaw and First Streets

Did you know Flint enjoys more public green space than most cities in the country? To celebrate our wealth of parks, local people are creating mini-parks in downtown parking spaces during Park(ing) Day, a national event designed to promote the value of our cities’ parks. *This is an open-house style event; drop in at anytime!

Register for one or more My Flint events here: http://www.umflint.edu/advising/myflint.htm

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1st Friday of Service

Friday, October 5, 12 pm-4 pm
Meet: 207 Northbank Center

1st Friday of Service is intended to give students a consistent opportunity to get involved in community service. This kickoff to 1st Fridays will allow you to interact and ask questions with some of University Outreach’s key partners. Learn about our city and put your knowledge to work and benefit the Flint community by doing a community service project!

Register for one or more My Flint events here: http://www.umflint.edu/advising/myflint.htm

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Amazing Race

Friday, October 12, 4:00-6:30 pm
Meet: UM-Flint Theatre Lobby

Compete against students from other local colleges and universities to find hidden treasures on the grounds of the Flint Cultural Center!

Register for one or more My Flint events here: http://www.umflint.edu/advising/myflint.htm