University of Michigan-Flint

Dr. Young has been employed at the University of Michigan-Flint since 1987. In addition to the Student Development Center, Dr. Young’s responsibilities include oversight of Student Life, the Academic Advising and Career Center, and the Ellen Bommarito Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Center. Dr. Young is also an Adjunct Lecturer in the Masters of Public Administration Program.

Dr. Kassel has been a part of the SDC staff since September 1990.  In addition to supervising the work of tutors and Supplemental Instruction (SI) leaders, he also leads study skills workshops and works individually with students in the areas of test anxiety and study skills.  Dr. Kassel, whose Ph. D. is in history, also teaches in the History Department and in the Masters of Liberal Studies in American Culture Program here at UM-Flint.

Dr. McKay joined the staff of SDC in August 2007. As the Senior Counseling Center Psychologist in Counseling Services, Tamara provides individual, couples, and group psychotherapy for currently enrolled students. She coordinates the various Counseling Services activities, including outreach and education for the campus community. The Counseling Center also provides psychological screening services for students, including substance use/abuse, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, test anxiety, and personality functioning. Crisis intervention services are also available to students.

Ms. Smith joined the SDC staff in September 2008. As a Campus Counselor, Amanda provides individual, couples, and group psychotherapy for currently enrolled students. She, along with Dr. McKay, conducts outreach activities for the campus community, provides consultation services for faculty and staff, and provides students with psychological screening services. In addition to her service in the Student Development Center, she is also Adjunct Lecturer in the Psychology Department here at UM-Flint.

Zachary graduated in 2003 from the University of Michigan Flint Graduate with a B. A. in Psychology. He has been working with and advocating for the disabled community for nearly 10 years. Zachary serves on the Board of Directors for The Disability Network/Genesee County Center for Independent Living as well as the Governors Commission on Disability Concerns.

Elaine joined our staff on a temporary basis in January 2009, but became the permanent face and voice of the Student Development Center in June 2009. She graduated from UM-Flint with a degree in Elementary Education and taught for 30 years in the Mt. Morris school district. Elaine provides administrative support for SDC's professional staff and thoroughly enjoys greeting and providing services to all of UM-Flint's students. Her contributions to the functioning of the Student Development Center have been remarkable and our services have been significantly enhanced since her arrival.