Graduate Programs

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Achieving Excellence in Grad School: Tips from Dr. Mohamed Mkaouer

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Mohamed Mkaouer

Graduate school is a unique and deeply transformative journey. As Dr. Christopher Lewis outlines in this week’s Victor’s in Grad School podcast, every student travels their own path toward advanced degrees, facing distinct challenges and triumphs along the way. This episode features Dr. Mohamed Mkaouer, an Associate Professor and Director of the Masters in Software

Graduate School Success: Insights from Nurse Anesthetist Grant Voisinet

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Grant Voisnet

Embarking on a journey through graduate school is transformative. For many students, it’s a leap that demands resilience, curiosity, and unwavering determination. In this week’s episode of Victors in Grad School we sat down with Grant Voisinet, a graduate of the Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) program at the University of Michigan Flint, to

From Nursing to Academia: Dr. Denise Cooper’s Educational Journey

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Denise Cooper

Navigating graduate school while balancing life, work, and personal aspirations is no easy feat. Yet for Dr. Denise Cooper, Program Director for the Doctorate of Nursing Practitioner (DNP) program at the University of Michigan Flint, it’s a path laden with challenges, rewards, and invaluable lessons. In this week’s Victors in Grad School, Dr. Cooper shared

The Transition from Student to Dean with Dr. Chris Douglas

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Chris Douglas

Graduate school is a journey that resonates differently with each individual. For Dr. Chris Douglas, the Interim Dean of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education, and a professor of economics at the University of Michigan Flint, this journey began with a passion for mathematics and science, and has culminated in an inspiring academic and

The Power of Mentorship and Identity in Academia with Dr. Sapna Thwaite

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Sapna Thwaite

The journey through graduate school is multifaceted, filled with challenges, growth, and incredible learning opportunities. In a recent episode of Victor’s in Grad School, Dr. Christopher Lewis sat down with Dr. Sapna Thwaite, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at the University of Michigan Flint, to discuss her journey and offer invaluable advice for students. Here’s

Finding Support and Success in Grad School with Michelle Gordon-Releford

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Michelle Gordon-Releford

Graduate school is a unique journey that demands both resilience and strategic planning. In a recent episode of the Victors in Grad School” podcast, Michelle Gordon-Releford shared her personal experiences and insights on how to navigate the complexities of graduate education successfully. As a double master’s degree holder from the University of Michigan Flint, Michelle’s

From Janitor to Auditor: Ryan Thomas’s Path through Education and Career

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Ryan Thomas

In the latest episode of Victors in Grad School, Dr. Christopher Lewis sits down with Ryan Thomas, an accomplished auditor with the National Guard and dual degree holder from the University of Michigan, Flint. Ryan’s journey is a testament to the power of networking, mentorship, and balancing academics with career responsibilities. This blog post delves

From Manufacturing to MBA: Jerome Kirkland’s Educational Journey

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Jerome Kirkland

Graduate school is an ambitious trek that requires not only academic prowess but also exceptional determination and patience. Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jerome Kirkland, a site manager at BASF and a graduate of the University of Michigan Flint, who shared his invaluable experiences and insights about his journey through graduate school.