Grand Rapids Community College is bringing together experts in geography, international relations and political science to commemorate the founding of the United Nations.
GRCC’s inaugural U.N. Day symposium starts at 2 p.m. Oct. 21. Organizers plan for it to be an annual forum devoted to fostering an understanding of the United Nations’ mission, American foreign policy and political geography.
To learn more about the event, click here.
Mid-Year IT Project Requests are now being accepted.
If you a mid-year project, NOW is the time to submit it. The due date for Mid-year requests is November 15. If you have mid-year project requests, take this opportunity to submit your requests.
Visit the Project Management Office web-page, www.grcc.edu/pmo, to submit your project.
All projects will be reviewed and prioritized by the Project Prioritization Team.
Next request period will be in January for the annual request cycle.
GRCC’s Social Sciences Department will have its Advising Days on October 22 and 23. See the flier below for details:
GRCC, Aquinas sign articulation agreement
Oct. 15, 2013; The Holland Sentinel
Grand Rapids — Grand Rapids Community and Aquinas colleges are entering into an agreement that will allow faculty from both schools to work together on creating a smooth transfer experience for GRCC students.
Surging auto sales a 25th birthday present for Autocam
Oct. 11, 2013; Grand Rapids Business Journal
Making precision parts for high-pressure direct fuel injection systems on automobiles is what drives the growth of Autocam, now celebrating its 25th year, and every time the price of gasoline goes up, it probably adds fuel to that growth.
… One thing Autocam is known for is its Learn and Earn program for employees. It starts as an apprenticeship, with the employee typically working four days a week and attending classes at GRCC on the fifth day. Starting pay is $13 an hour and increases each year, so by the end of the apprenticeship, a starting machinist is earning $17.50.
College Notebook: Gould, Wimberly brothers meet on GLIAC gridiron
Oct. 15, 2013; Battle Creek Enquirer
Connor Gould and brothers Jamar and James Wimberly were back on the same gridiron this past weekend, as the former prep football standouts faced off in one of West Michigan’s greatest rivalries.
… James Wimberly (Marshall) also saw action for the Bulldogs in the win over GVSU. After transferring from Grand Rapids Community College, the junior linebacker has appeared in five games for the Bulldogs, registering nine tackles.
Please join us in Room 103 Sneden Hall today from 12:00 – 1:00 pm for a quick information session.
WMEAC Home Energy Program will be on campus to provide you with information on how you can be a part of this great opportunity and to start taking advantage of energy saving measures to help you save money and promote sustainability!
More information about WMEAC can be found at https://wmeac.org/sustainable-communities/home-energy-programs/
This session is open to all Staff and Faculty at GRCC. No need to register – just drop in.
The biennial Nations Cup International Student Culinary Competition, sponsored by GRCC’s Secchia Institute for Culinary Education, starts October 17. As you can see, Team Mexico is excited!
Campus Dining has an all NEW Buffets Menu on its Catering Page! Please, visit our page ( http://www.grcc.edu/campusdining/catering ) & Like GRCC Dining Services on Facebook to receive up to date info & see great event photos!
“Women’s Issues Conference 10/14/13”
“‘Practiced Learning’ Presentation by Scott Shall of Lawrence Technological University”
“CO 148 — Unit E (Roberts)”
“Caregiver Resource Network: Clients with Dementia”
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Robert’s Wellness Story:
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The Grand Rapids Community College Mathematics Department will host its next Mathematics Seminar on Thursday, October 17, 3:00 – 4:00 PM in 107 Cook. Our presenter, GRCC Adjunct Mathematics Instructor Radu Teodorescu, will speak an alternative approach to the concept of percent. Please see the title and abstract for more information.
The mathematics in this seminar will be accessible to all, and should give attendees a new perspective on a very familiar topic. Everyone in the greater GRCC community is welcome.
Pop and cookies will be served at 2:45 PM.
Old News About Percentages
Everyone has heard of percent. Beginning with pre-algebra, it is taught at GRCC in a variety of courses. Many of the current methods for teaching percent problems have been used for decades. This talk will submit an idea slightly different from traditional concepts. Some may agree with it, many others may have reservations and even objections. However, it is hoped that many in the audience will be surprised by some of the interpretations revealed during the talk.
Journalist Emily Bazelon will talk about bullying on October 23 as part of the 2013-2014 Diversity Lecture Series. For details about the series, click here.
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