Daily Archives: March 31, 2015

GRCC In the News, 3-31-15

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Family saddened, finds closure with body discovery

March 30, 2015; Grand Haven Tribune

Timothy Groenhout, 39, of Grand Rapids went missing on Jan. 21 from downtown Grand Rapids.

… Tim graduated from the Culinary Arts School at Grand Rapids Community College, worked as a chef in downtown Grand Rapids and then headed to Seattle to also work as a chef. He recently moved back to Grand Rapids from Washington, and was living with his girlfriend and looking for a job.

Engaging Students Through Community Connections

March 30, 2015; schoolnewsnetwork.org (Kent Intermediate School District newsletter)

Godfrey Lee Public Schools, MI — During Steve Rierson’s Lee High School physics class, students become pretend members of the Wyoming City Council, researching alternative energy sources for possible city use.

… The 19-year high school teacher takes his job beyond the walls of Godfrey-Lee Public Schools. By day, Rierson is in the Lee biology, physics, forensics, and anatomy classes. His evenings are spent as an adjunct professor at Kendall College of Art and Design teaching natural science, and at Grand Rapids Community College teaching human anatomy and physiology.

Grand Rapids tapping successful black men to mentor at-risk male students

March 30, 2015; MLive

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Retired educator Robert Hurd will be among local men attending a training session Tuesday, March 31, for volunteer coaches who will mentor black male students in Grand Rapids Public Schools’ Grade School to Grad School (G2G) program.

… GRPS’ initiative is being done in collaboration with Grand Rapids Community College, Grand Valley State University, Grand Rapids Urban League, Boy Scouts of America, Grand City Sports, and Western Michigan University Cooley Law School.

Technology Showcase featured demonstrations, prizes

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The second annual Technology Showcase took place on March 25, 2015. The Showcase included College vendors such as Lenovo, Apple, e-NABLE, GovConnection, and Comprenew. Several College departments were also on-site introducing fascinating pieces of educational technology.

Students and staff were able to see a myriad of technology demonstrations and displays including 3D printing, the HP Sprout, and recycling old electronic components. Visitors were also able to sit in on and view several presentations on hot technology related topics.

The Showcase also included door prizes with lucky students winning a Lenovo Chromebook from Lenovo and an Apple iPad mini from GovConnection.

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‘Open Door’ traces history of sustainability efforts

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Did you know that the Wisner-Bottrall Applied Technology Center has a 25,000-square-foot green roof that cools and cleans the air of downtown Grand Rapids? Drought-tolerant sedum plants create insulation for the building, saving energy and enhancing ATC acoustics. The green roof also provides natural herb gardens for the Culinary Arts program.

Learn about GRCC’s long-term commitment to sustainability in Open Door, the newly published 100-year history of GRJC/GRCC. The book can be purchased at Schuler Books, the GRCC Library, or online here.

ATC green roof

Exhibit, reading celebrate 100 years of Display Magazine

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Display magazine 1965Join GRCC Art and English faculty and students, and former writers and artists published in GRCC’s Display Magazine, for the Student Art Exhibit and the 100 Issues of Display Magazine Reading from 5-7 p.m. April 8.

Of the 100 issues of Display Magazine published between 1965 and 2014, approximately 60 pieces of art and 60 pieces of literature have been included in a special 100 year retrospective issue. Former Display advisers Walt Lockwood and David Cope are expected to attend and introduce former students, who will read their work published in the retrospective. The English Department’s annual Display Writing Award winners will also be reading from Display’s most current literary works.

The 100 Issues of Display Reading is hosted by Maryann Lesert, Display adviser, 2010-present, and the GRCC English Department. The reading will be held in the Health Tutorial Lab, room 401 on the fourth floor of Cook Hall. The art exhibit, featuring work from this year’s visual arts students, will be held in the GRCC Collins Art Gallery on the fourth floor of the main building.  Refreshments and reception snacks will be served in both areas.

Celebrate Month of the Young Child

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Each April, Michigan celebrates Month of the Young Child® (MOYC®). This is a time when communities and individuals recognize the needs and rights of young children and their families.

Since 1971, one week in April has been celebrated nationally as Week of the Young Child. In 1985, Michigan expanded the celebration to the entire month of April, with each week having a specific focus.

The week of April 13th, the Child Development & Education Department will be celebrating the Week of the Young Child with activities each day!

Monday, April 13th – Stop by the Child Development & Education Department Office (room 266 Main) to pick up a purple ribbon to wear in support of the Month of the Young Child

Tuesday, April 14th – Wear purple in support of the Month of the Young Child

Wednesday, April 15 – Stop by the Child Development & Education Department Office (room 266 Main) and enjoy some purple snacks

Thursday, April 16th – Stop by the Child Development & Education Department and donate food or decorate a bag for a sack supper for Kids Food Basket (see link for wish list of items needed http://www.kidsfoodbasket.org/donate/juice-box-drive).

Faculty, staff organize community service events for April

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During the week of April 6-11, 2015 there will be many opportunities to give back to our community. Many Departments and Faculty/Staff are coming together to make this week of giving back happen. Thank you!

100 Year Servicing our Community Events April 6-11, 2015

**April 6**

  • School Supply Collection: pens, pencils, markers, crayons, glue, scissors… to deliver to GRCC Preschool and Baxter Community Center :
  • Time/Location: All Day Event: Drop Boxes: Sneden Lobby, Calkins Science Building Lobby, Experiential Learning Department Room 59 – Main Building Level G2, and Ford Field House Lobby
  • Kids Food Basket : color a sack bag or bring in a Food item from Wish List for Kids Food Basket

Wish List: Cracker Packs and Granola Bars, Peanut Butter, Snack Size Zip-Loc Bags, Individual Fruit Cups, Pudding Cups, Gelatin Cups, 100% Fruit Packs, Sandwich Size Zip-Loc Bags, 8 lb or Extra large Sack Bags, Individual Serving Size Cereal, Bulk Pretzels, Veggie Straws, Cheerios (Plain)

  • Time/Location: 9-2 PM Ford Field House Lobby

**April 7**

  • School Supply Collection: pens, pencils, markers, crayons, glue, scissors… to deliver to GRCC Preschool and Baxter Community Center :
  • Time/Location: All Day Event: Drop Boxes: Sneden Lobby, Calkins Science Building Lobby, Experiential Learning Department Room 59 – Main Building Level G2, and Ford Field House Lobby
  • Kids Food Basket: Color a sack bag or bring in a Food item from Wish List for Kids Food Basket

Wish List: Cracker Packs and Granola Bars, Peanut Butter, Snack Size Zip-Loc Bags, Individual Fruit Cups, Pudding Cups, Gelatin Cups, 100% Fruit Packs, Sandwich Size Zip-Loc Bags, 8 lb or Extra large Sack Bags, Individual Serving Size Cereal, Bulk Pretzels, Veggie Straws, Cheerios (Plain)

  • Time/Location: 9-2 PM Ford Field House Lobby
  • Early Learning Neighborhood Collaborative with GRCC Preschool and Child Development: Come help put together some Flannel Board Family Kits for ELNC
  • Time/Location: 2:30-4:30 GRCC Lab Preschool

**April 8**

  • School Supply Collection: pens, pencils, markers, crayons, glue, scissors… to deliver to GRCC Preschool and Baxter Community Center :
  • Time/Location: All Day Event: Drop Boxes: Sneden Lobby, Calkins Science Building Lobby, Experiential Learning Department Room 59 – Main Building Level G2, and Ford Field House Lobby
  • Cards for Veterans Home: Come write a thank you letter to our veterans. These will be delivered to the GR Veterans Home.
  • Time/Location: Experiential Learning Department: Room 59 – Main Building Level G2 9-11AM
  • Seed Beads: Come build a “seed bead” with clay/dirt and seeds. These will be donated to area GR Parks.
  • Time/Location: 5th Floor Calkins Science Green House 3-5 PM

**April 9**

  • School Supply Collection: pens, pencils, markers, crayons, glue, scissors… to deliver to GRCC Preschool and Baxter Community Center:
  • Time/Location: All Day Event: Drop Boxes: Sneden Lobby, Calkins Science Building Lobby, Experiential Learning Department Room 59 – Main Building Level G2, and Ford Field House Lobby
  • Cards for Veterans Home: Come write a thank you letter to our veterans. These will be delivered to the GR Veterans Home.
  • Time/Location: Experiential Learning Department: Room 59 – Main Building Level G2 1-3 PM
  • Seed Beads: Come build a “seed bead” with clay/dirt and seeds. These will be donated to area GR Parks
  • Time/Location: 5th Floor Calkins Science Green House 11-1 PM
  • Kids Food Basket: come color a sack bag to be donated to Kids Food Basket
  • Time/Location: 1-3:00 3rd floor Stewart White Hall

**April 10**

  • School Supply Collection: pens, pencils, markers, crayons, glue, scissors… to deliver to GRCC Preschool and Baxter Community Center :
  • Time/Location: All Day Event: Drop Boxes: Sneden Lobby, Calkins Science Building Lobby, Experiential Learning Department Room 59 – Main Building Level G2, and Ford Field House Lobby

**April 11**

  • STEM Event
  • Time/Location: ATC 8-3:30