{"id":75,"date":"2023-02-08T18:43:19","date_gmt":"2023-02-08T18:43:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/?page_id=75"},"modified":"2026-05-06T19:49:26","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T19:49:26","slug":"scholars-program","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/scholars-program\/","title":{"rendered":"EOI Scholars program"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-umflint-templates umflint-template-default\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-371\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/61\/files\/2025\/03\/Blue.UCEN_.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\"\/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#FFF\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container 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success. We also connect students with peers through our mentoring program and social events. We are a family of scholars that support each other through college and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mb-2\">Our goals include:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Increasing your GPA<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Advancing you to the next level<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your graduation and a successful career!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>EOI scholars are well-known on campus and in the Flint community for their excellence and achievements. If you want to join a strong family of scholars, consider joining the EOI Scholars program! We will guide you every step of the way from your freshman year through graduation.&nbsp; We believe that the best support is catered to your own unique strengths, skills, interests and goals.&nbsp; The EOI family includes a wide variety of students in all academic standings and majors.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50)\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b8792dd6dec236ed3117d225c2996868\">A Legacy of Opportunity and Community Impact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For more than seven decades, the EOI Scholars Program has remained a cornerstone of student support at the University of Michigan-Flint, rooted in a deep commitment to educational access and community engagement. Evolving through multiple programs and initiatives, its legacy reflects a strong partnership with local schools, dedicated leadership, and a mission to uplift students in Flint. Guided by the Sankofa philosophy of learning from the past to shape the future, the program continues to honor its history while expanding opportunities for the next generation of scholars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-left is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fc4fd283 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-secondary-color has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/scholars-program\/history\/\">Learn more about EOI Scholars History<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-primary-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color has-x-large-font-size wp-elements-731fe5d1cfb2fcf1de132ffe16930baa\">What We Offer: <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-secondary-color\">EOI Scholars<\/mark><\/strong> are Your Community of Support<\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<p>The EOI Scholars program guides you every step of the way from your freshman year through graduation.&nbsp; We believe that the best support is catered to your own unique strengths, skills, interests and goals.&nbsp; This is why we have moved away from a \u201cone size fits all\u201d promise scholar model and shifted toward our new EOI tracks that launch every fall semester. The EOI family includes a wide variety of students in all academic standings and majors.&nbsp; We created a series of EOI tracks that will engage every EOI scholar in the way that best fits you!&nbsp; Please read the descriptions of each track below and, most importantly, watch all the videos of track leaders summarizing the expectations for each opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"First Year Experience at UM-Flint\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/D7AfAIEf8J0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First Year Experience | FYE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Leader<\/strong> | Maya Jefferson<br>Bachelor of Science in Psychology &#8217;24<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We know that the transition to university life can be both exciting and challenging.&nbsp; That is why we have created the EOI Scholars first year experience track specifically designed to support our first year students here at UM-Flint as you begin your awesome collegiate journey!&nbsp; Throughout the year, we will offer a variety of tools, workshops, activities, and study tables centered around helping you build a strong sense of community and belonging.&nbsp; Our goal is to make sure each of you feels supported and empowered as you navigate your first year.&nbsp; Let\u2019s do something fantastic and start your college experience off great!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"First At Michigan | FAM\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wxb2nhwhmOY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">First At Michigan | FAM<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Founder<\/strong> | Martez Johnson<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Congratulations on taking a big step and pursuing your education.&nbsp; We know it is hard.&nbsp; As a first-generation student, you are a trailblazer.&nbsp; We are here to support you every step of the way.&nbsp; Our mission at FAM is to provide you with the resources, community, and guidance to navigate the unique challenges you may face as the first in your family to attend college.&nbsp; We understand that without parents who have experienced college, you may encounter difficulties in understanding the college system, managing your time, or having a sense of belonging.&nbsp; That is why we created a series of events and resources tailored just for you, all designed to empower you and help you succeed academically and personally.&nbsp; Being part of the FAM means you are never alone.&nbsp; You will connect with other first-generation students who share experiences and mentors who guide you through your college journey.&nbsp; We encourage you to take full advantage of what FAM has to offer.&nbsp; Attend our events, reach out for support, and become an active member in our community.&nbsp; Welcome to FAM: Where your success is our priority!<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"What It Takes to Be Great!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gpuVDjgejAo?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mr. Be Great!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Host<\/strong> | Roy Shavers<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Roy Shavers, Academic Success Specialist, will motivate you with his series of &#8220;Mr. Be Great!&#8221; short videos. Mr. Be Great will inspire you to always\u2026 always\u2026 BE GREAT!!! This series of short videos guides students toward success. Mr. Be Great asks you to think about what it takes to eat! You need tenacity, discipline, and hard work. Success is earned. You need to put in the effort and prioritize your goals even if it seems hard now. Don&#8217;t miss any opportunities and don&#8217;t let anything slip away. Grab it! You have the choice and the power to choose. Every decision you make moves you closer to success or further from it. Think about the decisions you are making and remember: Always make good choices and always, always, BE GREAT!!!<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-primary-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c9d37ffbee14e1d4782387782b032f3f\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40);margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--40)\">How <strong>EOI Scholars Program<\/strong> Helps You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Academic Advising<\/strong>: Work one-on-one with an advisor who helps you choose courses, plan your degree path, and stay on track to graduate on time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Career Services<\/strong>: Get support with r\u00e9sum\u00e9 building, interview preparation, job and internship searches, and developing a plan for life after graduation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Financial Literacy<\/strong>: Learn practical skills for managing your money, including budgeting, understanding financial aid, and planning for long-term financial goals.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Instruction in Academic\/Social Basic Skills<\/strong>: Build a strong foundation in the essential academic and interpersonal skills you need to thrive in a university setting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Learning\/Study Skills<\/strong>: Develop effective strategies for note-taking, test preparation, reading comprehension, and other study habits that lead to academic success.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mentoring<\/strong>: Connect with experienced mentors who provide guidance, encouragement, and support as you navigate your college journey.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Networking Opportunities<\/strong>: Attend events and workshops that connect you with peers, faculty, alumni, and professionals in your field of interest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Personal Counseling<\/strong>: Access confidential support to help you manage stress, overcome personal challenges, and maintain your overall well-being.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Research Opportunities<\/strong>: Gain hands-on experience by participating in faculty-led research projects that strengthen your skills and enhance your academic portfolio.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Time Management<\/strong>: Learn techniques to balance coursework, work, and personal responsibilities so you can make the most of your time at UM-Flint.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tutorial Services<\/strong>: Receive free peer and professional tutoring in a variety of subjects to reinforce what you&#8217;re learning in the classroom.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Writing Labs<\/strong>: Get personalized feedback on papers, essays, and other writing assignments at any stage of the writing process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light\" style=\"min-height:100px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-18782aa0a7899aaf3c38ac00a7733a33\">Our Model<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We work together to ensure you succeed and reach your career goals through education. Our seven Career Pathways programs are all built to support you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/48\/files\/2026\/03\/Pathways-Map-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Career Pathways flowchart showing programs from high school through academia leading to careers. High school programs including Wolverine Pathways, GEAR UP, College Day, and Upward Bound feed into 2-year community colleges and 4-year universities. MICUP at the community college level leads to 4-year university and careers. At the university level, EOI Scholars leads to the Future Faculty program in graduate school, MICUP leads to careers, and Educator Development leads to careers. Future Faculty in graduate school leads to Visiting Professor in academia and careers. Visiting Professor also leads back to careers.\" class=\"wp-image-195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/48\/files\/2026\/03\/Pathways-Map-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/48\/files\/2026\/03\/Pathways-Map-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/48\/files\/2026\/03\/Pathways-Map-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/48\/files\/2026\/03\/Pathways-Map-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/48\/files\/2026\/03\/Pathways-Map-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/48\/files\/2026\/03\/Pathways-Map-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Career Pathways Table alternative to image<\/summary>\n<p>Career Pathways outlines how students move from high school through higher education and into careers or academia, supported by key programs at each stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-style:italic;font-weight:400\">Adapted from Michigan Talent Investment Agency, Department of Talent and Economic Development: Youth Services Pipeline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-umflint-blue-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.469), 20px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700\">High School<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Programs at the high school level prepare students for the transition to college. These programs feed into both 2-year community colleges and 4-year universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\">Program<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Leads To<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Wolverine Pathways<\/td><td>2-Year Community College, 4-Year University<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GEAR UP<\/td><td>2-Year Community College, 4-Year University<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>College Day<\/td><td>2-Year Community College, 4-Year University<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Upward Bound<\/td><td>2-Year Community College, 4-Year University<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-umflint-blue-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.469), 20px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700\">2-Year Community College<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\">Program<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Leads To<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>MICUP<\/td><td>4-Year University, Career<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-umflint-blue-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.469), 20px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700\">4-Year University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\">Program<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Leads To<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>EOI Scholars<\/td><td>Graduate School (Future Faculty), Career<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>MICUP<\/td><td>Career<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Educator Development<\/td><td>Career<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-umflint-blue-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.469), 20px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700\">Graduate School<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\">Program<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Leads To<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Future Faculty<\/td><td>Academia (Visiting Professor), Career<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-umflint-blue-color has-text-color\" style=\"font-size:clamp(14px, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 3.2px) * 0.469), 20px);font-style:normal;font-weight:700\">Academia<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\">Program<\/th><th scope=\"col\">Leads To<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Visiting Professor<\/td><td>Career<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Our Funding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>EOI Scholars are supported by the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bridges to the Future Endowment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barry and Denise Trantham Endowment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mukkamala and Kulkarni Family Scholarship Fund<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jeanetta &amp; Charlie Nelms Scholarship Fund<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>State of Michigan LEO &#8211; Select Student Support Services (4S) Program<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p> [&#8230;]<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"btn btn-secondary understrap-read-more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/scholars-program\/\">Read More&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":22,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-75","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/75","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/22"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=75"}],"version-history":[{"count":28,"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/75\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":238,"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/75\/revisions\/238"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/eoi\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=75"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}