My City August 2021

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H aving established itself as a global leader in STEM ed ucation during its first 100 years, Kettering University is now positioning itself and its students to be key players in the fast-paced world of mobility for its next century. In Spring 2021, University Presi dent Dr. Robert K. McMahan outlined Bright Future, a vision for the Uni versity that aims to redefine educa tional delivery to meet the demands of emerging technology and industries – while ensuring institutional and student success for the next century. Part of this includes the develop ment of two new academic departments: the Department of Chemical Engineer ing and the Department of Natural Sci ences (launched in Summer Term 2021). The Department of Chemical Engineering is part of the College of Engineering. The Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering has been one of the fastest-growing degree pro grams at the University since its initial offering in 2008. The Department of Natural Sci ences encompasses the former depart ments of chemistry/biochemistry and physics and their programs. Kettering University Bright Future

SCHOOL’S BACK! What’s New for Flint Students? Class is back in session! The much anticipated, upcoming semester(s) have educators and students alike brimming with excitement and an ticipation. Not only will class formats closely resemble the style of years past, schools will be offering new pro grams, curricula and grand openings. MCM reached out to our local col leges for an overview of what’s new for the 2021-22 academic year. Take a look at what each one has to offer . . . what a great time to be a student!

Fall 2022), the Learning Commons is more than 50 percent complete.The University officially broke ground on the four-story, 105,000-square-foot struc ture on February 5, 2020.The state-of the-art facility will serve as the academic hub on campus, housing a digital library, auditorium, dining facilities, media resource centers, multiple collaboration spaces, a guest suite and more. Designed by world-renowned architectural firm, Stantec, the $63 million building project is facilitated by Clark Construction of Lansing and multiple Flint community contractors and made possible by contributions

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As we move into its final year of construction (completion expected by

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