Critical Difference Grants

The Center for Gender and Sexuality offers two Critical Difference Grants CGS Women+ and Mary Jo Sekelsky LGBTQIA+ Scholarship. Both are available for students who have experienced unforeseen economic hardship.  Typical grants are used to fund utility bills, car repairs, childcare expenses, etc. Eligible students must have experienced an interruption in their academic career, attended a CGS event, and hold a GPA of 2.0 and above.  Unfortunately, the grants do not support tuition assistance or study abroad funds. For more information regarding the Critical Difference Grants visit the CGS Intranet Page. 

CEW+ Scholar

Annually, students from Flint, Dearborn and Ann Arbor campuses are invited to apply for the CEW+ Scholarship Program. Eligible students must meet one of the following criteria to apply:

• Identify as a parent or caregiver.
• Majoring in a STEM field.
• Have experienced an interruption in their academic career. 

Students may receive up to $10,000 in academic support. 

Gates Emergency Fund

In honor of former student Jaylynn Gates, the Gates Emergency Fund was established through the Center for Gender and Sexuality to assist students facing housing and or related crises. Students are able to apply for support for a down payment for appt, legal name changes, or related concerns. To apply, visit go.umflint.edu/Gatesfund