Daily Archives: June 28, 2013

GRCC In the News, 6-28-13

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GRCC trustee on colleges $37,000 lobbying contract: The public can get really shafted

June 27, 2013; MLive

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Grand Rapids Community College like many two-year schools in Michigan pays a lobbying firm to ensure its voice is heard on legislation and other matters at the state Capitol.
…Trustee Richard Ryskamp last week voiced opposition to the colleges annual $37,440 contract with McAlvey, Merchant and Associates, a Lansing-based governmental and political consulting firm.

See how much Michigans 28 community colleges spend on state lobbying

June 27, 2013; MLive

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The amount Michigan’s community colleges spends on lobbying varies widely, with 18 of the 28 schools engaging in the practice, according to state records.
…The issue of lobbying came up at recent board meeting at Grand Rapids Community College, where one trustee questioned whether it wise for the school to partake in state-level lobbying.

Dr. Sarah Palmer moves dental practice to Grandville

June 27, 2013; MLive

Dr. Sarah Palmer has moved her dental practice to Grandville.
…Palmer is a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, West Michigan District Dental Society, and on the board for Dental Programs at Grand Rapids Community College.

TWO COOKING SESSIONS ADDED TO STAFF DEVELOPMENT SCHEDULE:

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We have had a fantastic response to two of the ‘Adult Nutrition Series’ class offerings being presented by Dawn Davies, Public Health Educator from the Kent County Health Department. Due to the popularity of these two classes, we have added a second session to the calendar. Online registration for employees is available at http://cms.grcc.edu/currentlearning. Non-GRCC employees may contact Staff Development at 234-4285 to request enrollment.

 

Cooking With Herbs & Spices

Wed July 24, 2013

12-1:30 PM

Location TBD

Eliminate salt from your cooking and have fun with new flavors! Get tips on using fresh and dried herbs, spices and learn how paring flavors with healthy foods can take your meals to the next level.

 

Cooking Healthy & Delicious the Mediterranean Way

Thu Aug 15, 2013

12-1:30 PM

Location TBD

Discover the health benefits of a Mediterranean diet and how to make it part of your lifestyle. The class will take you on a journey around the Mediterranean by sampling delicious menu items and introducing you to new recipe ideas.