Student Engagement
Getting involved at UM‑Flint is one of the best ways to find your people, build your skills, and make campus feel like home. Whether you’re looking for community, leadership opportunities, or just something fun to do between classes, Student Engagement offers a range of ways to connect, belong, and grow during your college experience.
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Student Engagement focuses on learning, involvement and inclusion. Through our programs and opportunities, you can:
- Become an engaged, responsible leader
- Develop life skills and a deeper understanding of your values, interests and goals
- Think critically and creatively, solve problems and try new ideas
- Practice inclusion by connecting with people of different identities and perspectives, and by embracing UM‑Flint’s diverse campus community
Research and campus experience show that students are more academically successful when they are active participants in their learning—both in and out of the classroom. When every student is meaningfully involved, college becomes a rich and transformational experience.
Get involved at UM‑Flint
There are many ways to make the most of your time at UM‑Flint:
Explore Flint
Arts & museums
Visit cultural gems in the Flint Cultural Center, including the Flint Institute of Arts and the Sloan Museum of Discovery.
Food & dining
Grab local favorites at the Flint Farmers’ Market or enjoy an evening out at downtown restaurants like Cork on Saginaw or Churchill’s.
Shopping
Browse unique items at Flint’s downtown boutiques and pop-up markets or head to larger shopping destinations like Genesee Valley Center or Birch Run Outlets.
Sports & entertainment
Cheer on local and campus teams, from UM‑Flint Hockey and Esports to the Flint Firebirds, Flint City Bucks, and AFC soccer teams.
Entertainment & live performances
Catch concerts, comedy and touring shows at the Capitol Theatre and The Whiting, plus performances on campus at the UM‑Flint Theatre and at venues throughout the community.
Outdoors & trails
Walk, run, or bike the Flint River Trail, or one of the many trails and parks in Genesee County. Connect with nature at For‑Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum.
