Dr. Betty Velthouse has been named the interim dean for the School of Health Professions and Studies (SHPS).  Velthouse joined the University of Michigan-Flint in 1990 as an assistant professor and was promoted to associate professor, with tenure, in 1996.  She also served as area coordinator and director of academic programs for the School of Management and most recently completed an appointment as the senior advisor to the chancellor.   

University of Michigan-Flint will receive a federal grant of $354,050 to encourage more students from disadvantaged backgrounds to enter and complete health professions training programs.  The announcement of the grant was made by Congressman Dale E. Kildee (D-MI).