Blogs from students, faculty & staff
It’s time again for the Graduate Student Spotlight! This week’s student is Doctorate of Physical Therapy student, Elena Ghormley! Elena is a generous and civic-minded student of Physical Therapy. As part of her program, Elena is studying how to best help patients achieve their independence and maintain their health. Elena is deeply invested in her
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Samantha Klaskow who is the Director of the Academic Success Center at Kettering University. Samantha Klaskow and I talked about her journey from the University of Michigan-Flint to Grand Valley State University and how even though her academic background was different than
Hello everyone! The Graduate Student Spotlight is back for the new year, and we’re featuring even more of our impressive student body! In today’s Graduate Student Spotlight, we’re highlighting Physician Assistant student, Kirah Osentoski! As a Physician Assistant student, Kirah is studying methods to help patients and improve their lives. She’s hard-working and committed to
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Rob Bielby who is the Managing Director at Huron where he blends a strong analytical background, with over 10 years of experience in primary and secondary statistics and data analysis, with a love for client and team interactions, strategic thinking, and a
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Percy Glover who is the Executive Co-Director of Community Engagement for the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office. Percy Glover and I talk about his journey from the University of Michigan-Flint to Central Michigan University and how graduate school really opened his eyes to
For today’s Graduate Student Spotlight, we’re highlighting American Studies student, Louie Hernandez! Louie is a creative, forward thinker with a sense of humor. He’s very involved with his program, and enjoys having the opportunity and space to explore a number of advanced research topics. He’s cheerful, always thinking ahead, and appreciates the support staff gives
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Katie Stanley who is a Public Service Attorney and Community Engagement Manager, Well-Being in the Law Advocate, Researcher, and Educator, Singer/Songwriter, Seeking to Affect Positive Social Change. Katie and I talk about her journey from the University of Michigan-Flint to Western Michigan
In today’s Graduate Student Spotlight, we’re highlighting Anesthesia student, Lexi Britt! Lexi is currently studying as part of our Doctorate of Nurse Anesthesia Practice program. Lexi is involved with her cohort, and deeply appreciates the collaborative, supportive environment she’s found with her classmates. She enjoys working with her professors and faculty advisors, and is determined
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Nia Bashir-Benton who is an Undergraduate Admissions Counselor at the University of Michigan-Flint. Nia Bashir-Benton and I talk about her journey from Grand Valley State University to studying for her Master of Business Administration degree at the University of Michigan-Flint and what
Welcome back to the Graduate Student Spotlight! This week, we’re looking at a student of Physical Therapy, Emma DeBaeke! Emma is extremely excited to be working with our excellent faculty, and loves to get practical experience in the field. She’s an active participant in her program, making certain to ask questions, get experience, and learn