Michigan News: Beyond the Headlines

James Dalton: First-Generation College Student, Success Beyond his Wildest Dreams

Episode Summary

Jim Dalton was a first-generation college student from a small town in Ohio, but he went on to discover a new drug that promotes human muscle growth and is now the Dean of the College of Pharmacy at the University of Michigan. Jim’s story shows how the road to success can be bumpy, but if you’re willing to adapt, it can be very rewarding. (Editor's note: Since we recorded this episode, Jim Dalton has left the University of Michigan and is now the Executive Vice President and Provost at the University of Alabama.)