Daily Archives: April 6, 2015

GRCC In the News, 4-6-15

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Obituaries today: John Boerema, 85, former county aeronautics board chairman

April 5, 2015; MLive

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — John “Jack” Boerema, a man who spent decades serving the greater Grand Rapids community, died Friday, April 3. He was 85.

… He attended both Michigan State University and the University of Michigan. Thereafter, he became a professor and administrator at Grand Rapids Junior College, now known as the city’s community college, for more than 25 years.

Brotherhood through Basketball

April 3, 2015; WOOD TV

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich (WOOD) — Connecting with Community is about reaching out to those who need it most. Lifequest Ministries embodies this message by showing an incredible commitment to some of the hardest-to-reach members of Grand Rapids.

… Willie Duke is one of those young men that easily could have been somewhere very different if not for Lifequest.. He came to the program at a hard time in his life, and credits it for helping transform his life. He’s now studying criminal justice at Grand Rapids Community College and looking to become a probation officer.

‘Splendors of Shiga’ transitions into spring phase

April 5, 2015; The Holland Sentinel

Holland, Mich. — Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture is in the spring phase of the “Splendors of Shiga: Treasures from Japan” exhibition. This major display, exclusive to Meijer Gardens, re-opened last week and features more than 75 iconic works of art, most of which have never been seen outside of Japan.

… “Splendors of Shiga: Treasures from Japan” is made possible by: Japan Foundation, Botanic and Sculpture Societies of Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park and Shiga Prefectural Government. Additional support comes from: Aquinas College, Grand Rapids Community College and Grand Rapids Sister Cities International.

Calvin men’s golf in third place tie at Shootout at Stonehedge Tourney

April 4, 2015; MLive

GALESBURG – The Calvin men’s golf team had a solid opening day at the Shootout at Stonehedge Tournament.

The Knights fired a day one team score of 302 – good for a third place tie in a field of 14 teams. Northwestern College of Ohio leads the tournament at 294 with Grand Rapids Community College second at 293 and Calvin and St. Xavier (IL) right behind in a tie for third.

Looking for Musicians

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GVSU is looking for musicians for their farmers market this season. The market runs every Wednesday, June 3rd through October 28th The musicians usually perform from 11 AM – 1 PM and are paid a small fee, usually $50 per 2 hour session. No market on August 26th due to the first week of classes.

If you are interested, or know of anyone that might be, please contact Kay Hart at 616-331-2215 or email hartk@gvsu.edu

GVSU Farmers Market

Parking Lot “G” Allendale campus

Wednesday’s 10-1:30

June 3rd – October 28th

(No market on August 26th)

Community service opportunities scheduled for April 6 to 11

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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. Please join us in these opportunities to give back.

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

Raider Salute to Katie Hughes, Francisco Ramirez, Jose Mora, Evan Macklin

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Sara Dorer, of Student Life has a Raider Salute for Katie Hughes, Francisco Ramirez, Jose Mora and Evan Macklin:

These four employees are all advisers to one of the student clubs/organizations that helped plan the Global Experience Festival this year. Each one of them put in significant time and energy to support the students from the early planning stages through final implementation and the event was truly phenomenal. Tickets sold out this year, which was amazing! While the students were the driving force, these advisers were behind them with guidance, support and a physical presence the entire way. They truly gave of themselves and their personal time for our GRCC students and we are truly thankful for each of them!