University Advancement
Connecting students, alumni, donors and friends to the people, programs and ideas shaping the future of the University of Michigan-Flint.

Imagine the Difference You Can Make
University Advancement strengthens the UM-Flint’s ability to make meaningful connections with each and every member of the university community. Connecting students, alumni, faculty, staff, parents, friends, retirees, corporations and foundations is critical to our future. We have a culture of engagement and philanthropy within the UM-Flint community.
Our Mission
University Advancement exists to cultivate relationships with campus, community, alumni, and donors to advance the university’s mission by connecting our constituents to opportunities to give, learn and grow.
Where Your Support Goes
Every gift to the UM-Flint advances scholarships, programs and initiatives that strengthen the student experience and the surrounding community.
699,329
Total University of Michigan alumni worldwide
181
Countries with U-M alumni
116
Alumni clubs and groups
46,000+
UM-Flint alumni
How We Connect Our Community

Development
Development solicits gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations to advance learning, research and education at the UM-Flint. Development directors across every college, school and unit help you find the giving option that fits you best.

Alumni Relations
Alumni Relations keeps you connected through resources, events and university spirit, in collaboration with the University of Michigan Alumni Association. Join more than 46,000 UM-Flint alumni and stay true blue.

Contact Us
Questions about giving, events or staying involved? The University Advancement
team is ready to help.
Be Part of What’s Next
Every gift to UM-Flint is part of this university-wide effort. When you give to scholarships, programs or initiatives at the UM-Flint, you help bring this shared vision to life for Flint students and the surrounding region.
Campus News
UM-Flint School of Management honors Larry Nichols with Outstanding Alumni Award
Larry Nichols was out of ideas. It was 1975, and he had just earned a bachelor's degree in political science and a teaching certificate from the University of Michigan-Flint. But his work with attorneys and school administrators had left him disillusioned. He did not want to spend his career arguing about legal contracts or failing[…] Read More →
UM-Flint sets $600K goal ahead of Giving Blueday 2026