Graduate school is an adventure, a transformative journey that pushes individuals to explore new horizons and discover their true potential. In a recent episode of the Victors in Grad School podcast, Dr. Christopher Lewis sat down with Christina Blitchok, Director of Alumni Engagement at the University of Michigan Flint, to unpack her unique journey from
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Dr. Giordano’s Graduate School Experience: Overcoming Challenges and Embracing Opportunities
Graduate education can often feel like an uncharted territory brimming with challenges and decisions that significantly impact one’s career trajectory. In a recent episode of the Victors in Grad School podcast, Dr. Christopher Giordano, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of Michigan – Flint, shared his multifaceted journey through various degrees, offering invaluable
Mastering Time Management: Leslee Whetstone’s Key to Graduate School Success
In this episode of Victors in Grad School podcast, Dr. Christopher Lewis, the Director of Graduate Programs at the University of Michigan Flint, speaks with Leslee Whetstone, the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Michigan Flint. They discuss Leslie’s journey from earning a Bachelor of Arts in History to pursuing a Master’s
Empowering Students with Accommodations: Lessons from Chip Evans’ Work in Disability Services
Welcome to the Victors in Grad School podcast, this week we interview Chip Evans, the Assistant Director of Disability Services at the University of Michigan-Flint. We explore Chip’s own graduate school journey, discuss accommodations for graduate students with disabilities, and offer valuable insights on succeeding in graduate education. Chip Evans starts by emphasizing the importance
From the Classroom to the Capitol: The Impact of a Public Administration Degree with Jim Ananich
On this episode of Victors in Grad School, our host Christopher Lewis welcomes a special guest, Jim Ananich, CEO of the Greater Flint Health Coalition and former Michigan State Senate Representative. In this episode, Jim shares his experiences and discusses how his education played a role in his career. The conversation begins with Jim talking