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The Flint Area Explorer Program is a comprehensive, career-focused mentoring program designed to provide youth ages 14-20 with knowledge and experience of a variety of careers in law enforcement. In addition, the program strives to develop character and leadership skills as well as the Explorers' capacity as citizens, community members, leaders, and potential law enforcement officers. The Flint Area Explorer Program is a collaborative effort of the following law enforcement agencies in Genesee County, Michigan:

City of Flint Police Department
Mott Community College Department of Public Safety
Office of the Genesee County Sheriff
University of Michigan-Flint Department of Public Safety

A team of advisors, representing each of the partnering law enforcement agencies, serves as the core team to develop the curriculum and operate the program.

09/21/2026

Go to umflint.edu/explorer to submit an application

09/17/2026

APPLY NOW:
Applications are now being accepted for the Flint Area Explorer Program. Priority will be given to applications received by Sept 28.

The application and additional program details are available at: go.umflint.edu/explorer.

The program is designed to introduce youth, ages 14-20, to the many aspects of law enforcement, with the goal of providing experiences that will assist them in deciding on a career path. The program is a collaboration of the Office of the Genesee County Sheriff, City of Flint Police Department and the Departments of Public Safety at Mott Community College and UM-Flint. Questions about the program can be emailed to [email protected].

08/15/2026

Want to become an EMT and save lives? 🚑

MMR & Mott Community College are offering a FREE EMT course Sept. 28–Dec. 14, 2026. Seats are limited, so reach out soon!

Questions? Contact Melissa: [email protected]

Learn more ⬇️

06/17/2026

You asked for more community engagement!

Join us on Thursday, June 25th, 2026 for our 4th Annual Meet & Greet/ Recruitment Fair! Come talk with those who serve and protect your neighborhood, ask questions, share concerns, and learn more about how you can play an active role in building stronger and safer communities through career opportunities!

☑️Meet officers from across the department.

☑️Ask Questions about policing in your community.

☑️Learn how to schedule a ride-along.

☑️Explore recruitment, hiring, and training information.

☑️Enjoy family friendly fun for all ages!

This is YOUR city, YOUR voice, and YOUR chance to connect!

When: Thursday, June 25th, 2026, 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Where: The Courtyard behind the City of Flint Police Department
210 East 5th St., Flint, MI 48502

06/10/2026

We're excited to bring back our Future Women in Law Enforcement Program! Hosted at our Police Department, this unique experience offers participants an inside look into policing and related fields, including dispatch, forensics, and emergency medical services.

Throughout the week, participants will take part in hands on learning and interactive experiences such as:
• Fingerprinting techniques
• Self defense training
• Scenario based simulations
• And more

This program is open to up to 20 participants, selected through an application process.
📅 July 27 – July 31
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 5405 Saginaw St, Grand Blanc, MI 48507
🍽️ Lunch will be provided

We look forward to connecting the next generation of leaders with the women currently serving in law enforcement and public safety careers.

03/25/2026

MSP Teen Defensive Driving School - April 4, 2026
The Michigan State Police are hosting a Teen Defensive Driving School. Event to be held at the Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, MI.

Two sessions: 8:00 am-noon, and 12:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. The event is open to teens, ages 14 and 9 months to 19. Teens must have at least a level 1 driver’s license to participate. The event is free.

To register for the event email: Trooper Nathan Dillon at [email protected]

Note: MSP Cadet Stellah Strauss, Alumni of the FLint Area Explorer Post will be assisting with this event.

Address

Flint, MI
48502

Website

http://go.umflint.edu/explorer

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