UM-Flint School of Management

08/21/2026

Enjoy pro golf, an outdoor concert and fellowship with alumni on Aug. 29.

2026 The Ally Challenge
Saturday, August 29th

Be part of the golf gallery at The Ally Challenge on Saturday, August 29th at Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club, Grand Blanc. You will have all day access along with enjoying the Keith Urban concert in the evening.

Relax in the private TENT with other U-M alums and friends, located on the 18th green, with 2 drink tickets per person and hors d'oeuvres being served from 3 PM to 5 PM.

This opportunity will allow you to part of three great experiences - pro golf, Keith Urban, and aMaizing fans.

Tickets are going fast so don't wait to purchase yours!

See Link in Comments To Learn More About and Register for The Ally Challenge!

08/20/2026

Did you move to be near a new school? If so, you may have lost touch with your own.

Don't forget your roots as you continue branching out. Update your contact info now at go.umflint.edu/StayInTouch.

08/16/2026

Meet new people, gain new skills and discover careers. And that's just Week 4 at the School of Management. https://mailchi.mp/umich.edu/events-26-09

08/06/2026

Hear what Rebecca Pettengill, '97, '05M, has to say about her MBA experience. She was recently a guest on the Victors in Grad School podcast.

Pettengill is a manager of corporate and foundation relations at the Community Foundation of Greater Flint. Her MBA helped her relate to corporate executives, understand their goals and more.

It is worth noting that Pettengill would not struggle with the GMAT today. It is no longer a requirement for the MBA program.

Are you thinking about grad school, just starting out, or already on the journey? This week on the University of Michigan-Flint Graduate Programs Victors in Grad School , Rebecca Pettengill joins Christopher Lewis, Ed.D to share her inspiring path from undergraduate studies to earning her MBA, and the lessons she learned along the way.

Key themes and takeaways from the episode:

Choosing the Right Path: Rebecca Pettingill discusses why she switched from a public administration bachelor's to a business master's to broaden her career opportunities and skillset.

Overcoming Challenges: From preparing for the GMAT after years away from math, to balancing work, school, and family, Rebecca Pettengill highlights the importance of persistence and using support networks like study groups.

Imposter Syndrome & Self-Doubt: The conversation covers real struggles with self-confidence and how relying on the strengths of diverse team members can lead to unexpected success.

Building Relationships: The value of nurturing relationships with peers and faculty—and how those connections play a vital role long after graduation.

Lifelong Learning: Rebecca Pettengill emphasizes how pursuing graduate education, at any age, can open doors to new opportunities and growth.

If you’re interested in tips on balancing responsibilities, growth, resilience, or are curious about the real-life experiences of grad school alumni, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

🔗 Listen now: https://blogs.umflint.edu/graduateprograms/2026/08/03/navigating-grad-school-rebecca-pettingill-on-balance-growth-and-resilience/

08/02/2026

It pays to have the right connections. Discover how at Networking 101 on Sept. 3, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., at the School of Management.

Attendees will leave with confidence ahead of the Oct. 27 Career Fair. Those enrolled at SOM will also earn five CDR points.

For details, visit https://mailchi.mp/umich.edu/networking-26-09.

07/25/2026

Meet the architect of the 50/50 Sports Media Pledge. Her name? Andrea Brimmer, chief marketing and PR officer at Ally.

The 50/50 Sports Media Pledge has changed marketing and advertising — possibly forever. Its purpose is simple: to balance spending across men’s and women’s sports while still accomplishing one's business goals.

Brimmer's team spent four years working toward this goal. They accomplished it in April, one year ahead of schedule.

Hear Brimmer's thoughts on the pledge and business in general. Register for the 3rd Business Summit on Aug. 25 at the University of Michigan-Flint. Registration is free at go.umflint.edu/rsvp-summit26.

Funding for the 3rd Business Summit comes from the Critical Issues Forum. Its benefactor is the late Frances Willson Thompson, for whom the university is grateful.

07/25/2026

Catch up on alumni news, events and trends at the School of Management. https://mailchi.mp/umich/som-alumni-26-07

06/24/2026

Imagine having five, six or even seven internships. Now, imagine having one internship lasting nearly a year and a half.

These are the lengths to which some Wolverines are going. Their goal? To gain an edge with employers.

Read about their experiences and our expert's advice at go.umflint.edu/interns-26-06.

What plan do you think is best? "Internship stacking," also known as "internmaxxing," or extended training? Let us know in the comments below.

Students are “internship stacking” at the University of Michigan-Flint. Their plan? Use diverse jobs to gain an edge with employers.