GRCC In The News

Photos: Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding in Rockford

By The Grand Rapids Press | October 14, 2009, 10:21AM

ROCKFORD — The Equest Center for Therapeutic Riding has established a partnership with the Academic Service Learning Center at Grand Rapids Community College, combining service and learning with an interdisciplinary approach.  On Tuesday, two horseback therapy riding programs for students of all ages will be assisted by GRCC students.

http://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2009/10/photos_equest_center_for_thera.html

Grand Rapids NAACP Freedom Fund dinner speaker Ellen James: Talking about race is more important than ever

By Kyla King The Grand Rapids Press

October 15, 2009, 7:46AM

GRAND RAPIDS – Ellen James has been involved with the NAACP since her teens and has watched the 100-year-old organization play a critical role in integrating public schools and outlawing discriminatory practices.

http://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2009/10/grand_rapids_naacp_feedom_fund.html

Grand Rapids Community College quarterback Casey Therriault earns national honors

By Gary Bond | The Grand Rapids Press

October 15, 2009, 9:00AM

GRAND RAPIDS — This week, the nation’s highest scoring National Junior College Athletic Association team has the NJCAA offensive player of the week.

Grand Rapids Community College quarterback Casey Therriault had success through the air and on the ground last week to earn the honor.

http://www.mlive.com/smallcolleges/grandrapids/index.ssf/2009/10/grand_rapids_community_college_3.html

From the Learning Academy for Faculty and Staff

Tuesday, October 20, 2009

            Bb – Creating & Managing Assessments  4-5 p.m.

Monday, October 26, 2009

            Using Wimba Pronto  3-4 p.m.

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

            Collaborative Communication  9-11 a.m.

            Interview for Success (designed for ESP)  1-2 p.m.

            Chair Massages  2-4 p.m.  (call 437-5734 to schedule)

Wednesday, October 28, 2009

            Scoring Ideas  1-3 p.m. (part of Innovation series)

Thursday, October 29, 2009

            What’s New in Word 2007?  9-10 a.m.

For descriptions or to register go to http://www.grcc.edu/currentlearning unless otherwise indicated.

Bostwick Ramp Closed For Repairs

Level 6 of the Bostwick ramp will be closed this weekend, beginning at 7 a.m. Saturday morning, until 6 p.m. this Sunday.  This closure will allow repairs throughout the upper level 6 of the ramp, particularly to the coating on the floor of the level 6.