GRCC In the News, 8-31-16

This bootcamp strengthens college chances

8/30/16 schoolnewsnetwork.org (KISD newsletter)

Godfrey-Lee Public Schools, MI — With his mother at home and his father back in Guatemala, Oliver Lorenzo is grateful he’ll be the first in his family to graduate from high school and attend college. But he’s only able to afford his first year at Davenport University, he says, because of guidance from a counselor at Godfrey-Lee Middle/High School.

… The recent event in the school media center aimed to help about a dozen students who showed up for pizza and guidance from counselors and teachers, along with handouts on studying and scheduling. Two representatives of Grand Rapids Community College also were on hand.

Rapid to review non-profit pricing, student passes

8/30/16 WGVU

Two proposed pilot programs would make Rapid transit tickets more cost-effective for certain agencies and students.

If approved, the proposals create lower-cost options for non-profits serving homeless or low-income clients, and semester bus passes for students and staff at Grand Rapids Community College.

 

National Payroll Week starts September 6

Human Resources will be celebrating National Payroll Week Tuesday, September 6th through Friday September 9th.

A short survey was created for all employees at GRCC, in celebration of National Payroll Week, and is completely voluntary. The link to the survey is https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/92P7CG7.

Our intent is to gather information so we can better serve you. Your feedback is appreciated.

By completing the survey, you have the opportunity to win a $10 campus dining gift certificate! Please take a few minutes now to complete the survey.

Fieldhouse to close early September 2

The entire Ford Fieldhouse will close in advance of the holiday weekend this Friday evening, September 2 at 5:30 p.m.  Those who make use of the facility later in the evening will need to adjust plans accordingly this week.

GRCC participates in Maker Faire

On August 20 and 21, GRCC faculty and staff Karen Walker, Moss Ingram, Abe Lefebre, Dan Keyes, Deb Snow, Mary Hofstra, Julie Parks, and Computer Support Technician student Herbert Johnson promoted GRCC’s various workforce programs and customized training at the Mini Maker Faire at the Grand Rapids Public Museum to over 5,600 visitors over the two days.

Maker Faire is the a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity and resourcefulness, and a celebration of the Maker Movement. It’s a place where people show what they are making, and share what they are learning, which this year featured rockets, robots, DIY science, sustainability, alternative energy, bicycles, unique hand-made crafts, local food, and many educational installations.

Karen Walker presented adapted devices for self-care unique to Occupational Therapy, Moss Ingram and Herbert Johnson promoted GRCC’s Job Training Programs, and Abe Lefebre, Dan Keyes, Deb Snow, Mary Hofstra, and Julie Parks provided hands-on learning opportunities welding at GRCC’s Mobile Manufacturing Lab.

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Jay M. Bylsma authors ‘The Reprobate’

Jay M. Bylsma, an adjunct in the business and math departments, recently had a fiction book, “The Reprobate,” published by Green Ivy Publishing.

Help needed with Welcome Week

The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is still seeking your participation in this year’s Welcome Week happening on September 6-8th from 11am-2pm, outside on the Dr. Juan R. Olivarez Student Plaza (the Commons)! CAB needs volunteers to staff the registration table, manage the food line and help monitor and coordinate the different games and activities. If your schedule allows, please add your name to the volunteer forms listed below. Feel free to sign up for more than one shift! Don’t be shy! Without your help, we cannot pull off these events for our students!

• (9/6) – Tuesday – Club and Department Day
• (9/7) – Wednesday – Transfer and Advising Day
• (9/8) – Thursday – Food, Games and More

If you have any questions, please contact Kaylee Wolff, Campus Activities Board advisor, by phone at 616-234-2477 or by email at KayleeWolff@grcc.edu

Have a great day, and thank you for your consideration and continued commitment to our students!

Important message from the purchasing department

Periodically, college employees will receive phone calls from suppliers who are soliciting quick sales. The majority of these calls are scams. Sometimes it’s a truck load of print paper at an unbelievable price or printer cartridges, office supplies, janitorial supplies, or sometimes even energy. The list is endless. These solicitations may even contain “free” offer. Never accept items or commit the college if you receive one of these calls. If possible, don’t provide your name or any GRCC information. Always refer the caller to the Purchasing Department. Thank you for your assistance in protecting college assets.