About Student Affairs
Student life at the University of Michigan-Flint is an exciting part of your journey!
You’ll have plenty of chances to join or start clubs and organizations, participate in leadership programs, and get involved in service projects. These experiences will be fun and provide numerous opportunities for personal growth. You’ll have access to support resources and fun recreational activities to help you unwind—all while making lifelong connections!
The Division of Student Affairs is your compass, and we are here to guide you through your student experience at UM-Flint. With over 100 clubs and organizations, intramural and club sports, fraternity and sorority life, LGBQTIA+, and multicultural communities, there’s something for everyone! We offer valuable services like counseling, veterans support, and accessible resources, as well as options for residential living and access programs. You’ll find a warm, inclusive, and welcoming atmosphere all across campus where you can thrive and enjoy your time as a student!
Core Values
Community & Belonging
We foster an inclusive community on campus and throughout the region, ensuring every student feels they belong.
Equity & Inclusion
We celebrate diversity, affirm varied identities and experiences, and actively work to address systemic oppression and individual bias.
Engagement & Leadership
We provide opportunities for holistic student development, recognizing that engaged students excel academically and become effective leaders post-graduation.
Health & Wellness
We support students’ physical, social, intellectual, and emotional well-being through various resources and programs.
Co-Curricular & Integrative Learning
We encourage critical thinking and real-world application of knowledge through educationally-purposed activities, preparing students for success beyond the university.
Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs
Meet Dr. G
Christopher Giordano has been the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs at the University of Michigan-Flint since August 2018. With over 25 years of experience in higher education and student affairs, Dr. Giordano brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role.
Dr. G holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education from the University of Toledo, a master’s degree in Counseling Services from Upsala College, and a bachelor’s degree from Rowan University. He also earned a graduate certificate in Organizational Learning from Suffolk University.
Before joining UM-Flint, he served as the Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students at the City University of New York, College of Staten Island. His career includes progressively responsible leadership roles at various institutions, including the University of Connecticut, Suffolk University, and Owens Community College.
At UM-Flint, Dr. G oversees the Division of Student Affairs, which encompasses 11 distinct areas and contributes to student success through a sense of belonging, equity and inclusion, engagement and leadership, health and wellness, and co-curricular and integrative learning. These values shape the division’s core pillars.
Known for his strategic vision and commitment to student success, Dr. G is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all students at UM-Flint.
Division Leadership
The division comprises more than 11 departments specializing in broad areas of expertise that enhance the student experience. All departments are led by a team of highly skilled and trained experts.
Meet the Leadership Team
- David Luke | Chief Diversity Officer
- Lisa Sancrant | Senior Director of Student Health and Wellness
- Julie Snyder | Associate Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students
- Samara L. Hough | Director of Center for Gender and Sexuality
- Melissa Winter | Director of Housing & Residential Life
- Gina Rose | Director of Conferences & Events
- Caroline Rathbun | Communcations Specialist