GRCC In the News, 10-9-14

One man on an ArtPrize mission

Oct. 9, 2014; rapidgrowthmedia.com

When the ArtPrize winners are announced this weekend, a few talented artists will go home thousands of dollars richer, and many of those involved with the Grand Rapids arts community will, we assume, go home and take a nap. But if he plays his cards right and if venues don’t close early, foiling his carefully laid plans — one local man will go home with the satisfaction of having quietly visited every single venue for the fourth year in a row.

… “Because of my love of architecture, I love being downtown. I spend a lot of time looking up at the buildings. Back when I grew up, downtown was just a part of me,” says (Bill) Terkeurst, who was born and raised in Grand Rapids, graduated from Creston High, and attended Grand Rapids Community College and Hope College before moving to the east side of the state to teach. He returned to West Michigan in the early 90s and is now a computer programmer with Hewlett Packard.

Grand Rapids-area colleges, universities release new campus crime statistics

Oct. 9, 2014; MLive

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – New federally mandated campus crime reports show just how often Grand Rapids-area college students get caught drinking, possessing drugs, and committing acts of sexual assault and robbery on campus.

(Article does not mention GRCC, but the sidebar includes a link to GRCC’s campus security reports.)

10-year, $15M Midtown Center block renovation finally complete

Oct. 9, 2014; The Holland Sentinel

Holland, Mich. — It took 10 years, about $15 million, the work of several organizations, donations, collaborations and so much more, but now the city of Holland’s Midtown block is complete and many say the renovation was a success.

… The building adjacent to Pine Avenue opened first. It now houses several small businesses and organizations in individual suites. Grand Rapids Community College has classes there. The old gym was renovated into a rental hall complete with a stage. The renovations meant opening the expansive windows to the room, allowing in a lot of natural light.

Teachers of Tomorrow luncheon honors 10

On Friday, August 22, GRCC hosted the annual Teachers of Tomorrow Scholarship (TOTS) luncheon. TOTS recipients were invited to bring a family member, spouse, or personal friend to the luncheon. This year, ten recipients and their guests were honored. Attending the luncheon were members of the Teachers of Teachers faculty group, members of the Early Childhood/Education Department, and representatives from the GRCC Administration and Foundation. In all, thirty-five people celebrated the accomplishments of the awardees.

Dr. Becky Brinks, Department Head of the Early Childhood/Education Department and Dr. Mike Vargo, Associate Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences, welcomed the luncheon guests. TOTS Coordinator, Dr. Joseph Hesse, acted as emcee for the event. Dr. Hesse shared the history of the TOTS program for the honorees and their guests. Scholarship recipients learned that money for their scholarships comes from endowed scholarships given by current and retired faculty and staff, college supporters from the West Michigan community, and the Peter Wege Foundation. The scholarship funds are invested under the guidance of the GRCC Foundation with a portion of the interest being awarded each year. This year, the TOTS Committee was able to award over $20,000 in scholarships. Mrs. Carole Redwine, retired English professor and member of the TOTS Committee, also congratulated the recipients and reminded them of the scholarship committee’s expectations as student leaders during the 2014-2015 school year.

Following lunch, Mr. Steve Abid, this year’s keynote speaker, inspired and entertained the group with stories from his many years as an educator. Mr. Abid is a past recipient of the GRCC Excellence in Education Award who is committed to the teaching profession. Following the keynote speech, Dr. Brinks and Dr. Vargo assisted in awarding scholarship certificates to each of the awardees. The luncheon concluded with a “team” picture of the recipients and the Teachers of Teachers group.

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College Channel programming through October 19

The latest schedule, for October 13 to 19, for the College Channel includes the Two-Year College English Association Midwest Conference. Check out the offerings here.

Reasons to exercise? Let us count the ways …

To celebrate our 100 year anniversary, the Exercise Science Department has come up with 100 reasons to start exercising today:

100 Reasons to Start Exercising Today!

1. Because it makes you feel confident
2. Because it helps you get stronger
3. Because exercise helps combat depression
4. Because you’ll feel proud of yourself
5. Because you have goals you want to reach
6. Because you’ll feel bad if you don’t
7. Because you want to move forward, not backward
8. Because it burns more calories than not working out
9. Because it improves your heart health
10. Because you want a great butt
11. Because it prevents diabetes
12. Because you want to be a good example to your kids
13. Because you want to feel good in your clothes
14. Because it reduces your risk of cancer
15. Because your body was made to move
16. Because you want to be an athlete
17. Because you want to look better
18. Because it lifts your mood
19. Because you want to stand taller
20. Because it reduces back pain
21. Because it feels good
22. Because it makes you feel accomplished
23. Because you spend most of your day on your butt
24. Because swimsuit season is always coming
25. Because strong is the new skinny
26. Because dieting only works so much
27. Because it strengthens your bones, too
28. Because it helps you lose weight
29. Because it allows you to eat more food
30. Because it’s the best way to spend “me” time
31. Because it helps you de-stress
32. Because it’s cheaper than therapy
33. Because you want a strong core
34. Because you want to take care for yourself
35. Because you take pride in your body
36. Because it strengthens your legs
37. Because it helps your clothes fit better
38. Because you want to push yourself
39. Because you are capable of more than you ever imagined
40. Because moving your body feels good
41. Because it keeps your mind sharp
42. Because it helps you beat belly bloat
43. Because it helps you sleep better at night
44. Because it gives you energy
45. Because you want to stay healthy as you age
46. Because you want to look younger
47. Because you want toned arms
48. Because it improves your balance
49. Because it burns off last night’s dessert
50. Because it boosts your immune system
51. Because sweat is sexy
52. Because you want to live longer
53. Because you want to get better at your game
54. Because you want to catch someone’s eye
55. Because exercisers earn more money
56. Because you’re more likely to eat better when you exercise
57. Because you want to shave time off your running pace
58. Because you want to breathe easier
59. Because you want to see the scale drop
60. Because exercise improves your sex life
61. Because you are worth it
62. Because being fit makes everything in life better
63. Because you promised yourself that you would
64. Because you deserve a better life
65. Because it’ll help you drink more water
66. Because you want to do real push-ups
67. Because it reduces your health care costs
68. Because you’ll miss fewer days of work
69. Because you want to create a new future for yourself
70. Because it’ll help you like what you see in the mirror
71. Because it makes clothing shopping more fun
72. Because you want to look and feel incredible
73. Because exercising can be fun
74. Because it’ll give your skin a glow
75. Because it’s a good way to spend time with your friends
76. Because it’ll help you prevent the middle-age spread
77. Because it reduces your blood pressure
78. Because you don’t want to let yourself go
79. Because you don’t want to squeeze into an airplane or roller coaster seat
80. Because it strengthens your spirit
81. Because it’s a cheap way to entertain yourself
82. Because you’ll be able to reward yourself
83. Because you need a reason to wear those new workout clothes
84. Because you’re tired of being tired
85. Because not working out is not going to get you very far
86. Because it’s a great way to spend time outside
87. Because you made a commitment to yourself
88. Because you’re tired of starting over
89. Because there will always be another wedding, vacation or reunion
90. Because you’re not a quitter
91. Because it improves your cholesterol
92. Because it boosts your metabolism
93. Because it prevents age-related muscle loss
94. Because if you can do this, you can do anything
95. Because a fit body is a healthy body
96. Because it beats sitting on the couch
97. Because everyone has at least 10 minutes to spare
98. Because you want to be stronger than your excuses
99. Because not working out isn’t working out for you
100. Because the only workout you ever regret is the one you skip!
101. ….

Library sets schedule

Here are some upcoming hours adjustments for the Library & Learning Commons:

• Nov 25 8a-5p
• Nov 26-30 CLOSED
• Dec 6 10a-10p Exam Cram
• Dec 7 10a-10p Exam Cram
• Dec. 8-12 Regular hours – Exam week
• Dec 15-19 8a-5p with limited services
• Dec 13-Jan 11 CLOSED over weekends
• Dec 22-23 8a-5p with limited services
• Dec 24-Jan 2 CLOSED
• Jan 5-9, 2015 8am-5pm with limited services
• Jan 12 Begin regular winter hours