Graduate Programs

Blogs from students, faculty & staff

What is the application process like for applying to graduate school?

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The application process for graduate school can seem daunting, but with some planning and preparation, it can be manageable. Here’s a breakdown of the typical steps involved in the graduate school application process: In conclusion, the graduate school application process can seem overwhelming, but by breaking it down into manageable steps, it can be manageable.

Is graduate school right for me?

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Deciding whether or not to pursue graduate school can be a challenging decision. It requires a significant investment of time, money, and energy, and it’s important to carefully consider your goals and priorities before making a decision. Here are some factors to consider when deciding if graduate school is right for you: Ultimately, the decision

Faculty Spotlight: Dan Lake, Professor of Marketing

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In today’s Faculty Spotlight, we’re highlighting Professor Dan Lake of the School of Management! Dan studied Integrated Marketing Communications and now teaches Marketing here at UM-Flint. He enjoys teaching students of various different backgrounds, appreciating the diversity of the students here at UM-Flint. Professor Lake works to get all of his students engaged and thinking

It’s ok to change your mind during your educational journey with Haley Dawson

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This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Haley Dawson, a fourth year PhD Psychology student at Florida International University with primary research interests in memory and memory improvement, investigative interviewing, and interdisciplinary collaborations. We talk about her journey from obtaining a B.S. in Biology, and a B.A. in Psychology,

What are the different types of graduate degrees?

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Graduate degrees are advanced academic degrees that students can pursue after completing a bachelor’s degree. They provide specialized education and training in a particular field, and can open doors to new career opportunities and higher salaries. If you’re considering pursuing a graduate degree, it’s important to understand the different types of degrees available. Here are

There’s a lot happening outside of the classroom, take advantage of those with Yener Kandogan

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This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Dr. Yener Kandogan, Interim Dean of the School of Management for the University of Michigan-Flint.  We talk to Dr. Kandogan about his own graduate school experiences and moving to two different countries for two different degrees throughout his own graduate school journey

If you think you can do it, you can with John Hart

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This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast, we are joined by John Hart, State Administrative Manager for the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget.  We talk to John Hart about his own graduate school experiences and his journey from attending the University of Michigan-Flint for his Bachelors to returning to UM-Flint to

Graduate Student Spotlight– MBA Student, Shaffy Bello

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On today’s Graduate Student Spotlight, we welcome Shaffy Bello, who is studying for their Master of Business Administration! Shaffy is a determined student with a keen interest in Organizational Leadership. Shaffy enjoys working with their cohort to discuss the different leadership styles and case studies they cover in class, and is always trying to learn