Students had a great time getting ready for Commencement 2019 yesterday at GradFest:
If you know a student who is graduating and plans to participate in Commencement but was not able to make it to GradFest, send them to Student Life to sign up, get tickets, get a graduate guide, and more. Then, they should stop by the bookstore to purchase their cap and gown.
Students had a great time getting ready for Commencement 2018 this week at GradFest. If you know a student who is graduating and plans to participate in Commencement 2018, but was not able to make it to GradFest, send them to Student Life to sign up, get tickets, get a graduate guide, and more. Then, they should stop by the bookstore to purchase their cap and gown.
The GRCC Bookstore is taking orders for caps and gowns for staff and faculty through February 26th. If you are in need of any commencement regalia please stop in the bookstore and fill out the form to order yours today! Due to turnaround time and production needs, all orders and prepayments must be in by February 26, 2016 to be ready in time for the April GRCC Commencement ceremony.
President Obama turns down invitation to speak at GRCC graduation ceremony
April 28, 2015; MLive
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Administrators at Grand Rapids Community College aimed big for the school’s spring commencement ceremony when they asked President Barack Obama to deliver the keynote address.
Caring for a loved one? You’re not alone.
April 24, 2015; WOOD TV
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — You never know when you might have to become a loved one’s primary caregiver. It can happen gradually over the years, or with a single diagnosis or accident.
… “Its sort of a win-win-win,” explains Mike Faber of the GRCC Older Learner Center. “It was a win for the providers who have resources, for the caregivers in need, and for the community as a whole.”
Glen Oaks softball team drops weekend doubleheaders
April 27, 2015; Three Rivers Commercial-News
CENTREVILLE — The Glen Oaks Community College women’s softball team dropped two doubleheaders over the weekend.
Tom Muckel’s Lady Vikings were swept at home on Saturday by Jackson Community College 10-4 in eight innings and 18-5 and dropped two games on Friday at Grand Rapids Community College 10-1 and 10-2.
Muskegon Community College recap: Kyle Lawson ups pitching record to 8-1
April 27, 2015; MLive
MUSKEGON, MI — Kyle Lawson is showing no signs of slowing down.
The sophomore right-hander for the Muskegon Community College baseball team raised his record to 8-1 on the season with last week’s 7-0 shutout against Grand Rapids Community College.
Volleyball adds two student-athletes for 2015
April 27, 2015; The Official Website of Indy Athletics
INDIANAPOLIS — Head Coach Jason Reed and the UIndy volleyball staff has added a pair of student-athletes for the upcoming season. Shelby Ruffner (Chesterton, Ind./Grand Rapids Community College) and Lauren Koopman (Floyds Knobs, Ind./Floyd Central) will be Greyhounds for the 2015 campaign.
There is still time to get involved in Grad Fest 2015. What is Grad Fest? Grad Fest is a celebratory event for graduates participating in our commencement ceremony. Graduates get everything they need for commencement, in one day and one location.
In the past, different departments around campus have hosted tables that day to provide graduates with information about the commencement ceremony and other information regarding their graduation and future. To get your department involved and for more information, please contact Erin Cisler at x3931 or ecisler@grcc.edu.
As part of the 100th anniversary, we have set a goal of seeing 800 students walk across the stage during Commencement (this is double our normal participation). We need your help to accomplish this goal.
In the past, students have told us the cost of the cap and gown kept them from walking. We would like to remove this barrier for our students by kicking off a new gown recycling program. To get started and keep in theme with our 100-year Anniversary, we are hoping to collect 100 caps and gowns. The cost per set is $31 and we are asking you to consider sponsoring a graduate (or 2 or 10) by contacting the Foundation Office today at 234-3939. This can easily be handled by sending in a check or calling with a credit card number.
The gowns that are purchased through the recycling program will be collected after commencement to be used again by students for years to come. Please help us reward our students who have to sacrifice so much to attend college. It would be a shame for them not to celebrate this great accomplishment.
Thank you in advance for your support. If you have any questions about this program or how to make your donation, please contact Stacey Bush at x3739 or Sara Dorer at x3924.
As part of the 100th anniversary, we have set a goal of seeing 800 students walk across the stage during Commencement (this is double our normal participation). We need your help to accomplish this goal.
In the past, students have told us the cost of the cap and gown kept them from walking. We would like to remove this barrier for our students by kicking off a new gown recycling program. To get started and keep in theme with our 100-year Anniversary, we are hoping to collect 100 caps and gowns. The cost per set is $31 and we are asking you to consider sponsoring a graduate (or 2 or 10) by contacting the Foundation Office today at 234-3939. This can easily be handled by sending in a check or calling with a credit card number.
The gowns that are purchased through the recycling program will be collected after commencement to be used again by students for years to come. Please help us reward our students who have to sacrifice so much to attend college. It would be a shame for them not to celebrate this great accomplishment.
Thank you in advance for your support. If you have any questions about this program or how to make your donation, please contact Stacey Bush at x3739 or Sara Dorer at x3924.
To obtain employee caps, hoods and gowns in time for commencement, orders must be placed by February 27. Order forms can be picked up in the campus bookstore.
In order to obtain faculty/staff caps, hoods and gowns in time for commencement, orders must be placed by Friday, February 27th. Order forms can be picked up in the bookstore.
What is Grad Fest? Grad Fest is a celebratory event for graduates participating in our commencement ceremony. Graduates get everything they need for commencement, in one day and one location. In the past, different departments around campus have hosted tables that day to provide graduates with information about the commencement ceremony and other information regarding their graduation and future. To get your department involved and for more information, please contact Erin Cisler at x3931 or ecisler@grcc.edu.
A Raider Salute to the volunteers at Ford Fieldhouse, who did an amazing job getting everyone inside and seated for the commencement Friday. We couldn’t have done it without them!
Mayor George Heartwell to deliver address at GRCC commencement ceremony
May 1, 2014; MLive
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwell will address graduates at Grand Rapids Community College’s commencement ceremony on Friday.
College notes: Davenport pitcher doesn’t know his own strength, becomes a top hurler in WHAC
May 1, 2014; MLive
… SOFTBALL
… Paula Maloley, Grand Rapids Community College: Maloley, who has coached GRCC for 28 years, earned her 700th career win in an 11-5 win over Lake Michigan College on April 28. “I can’t take credit for those wins,” said Maloley, whose team is 12-22 this year. “It’s the players that deserve the credit for winning those games.”
Saints baseball takes two from Indiana Tech
May 1, 2014; MLive
Ft. Wayne, IN- The Aquinas College baseball team won a pair of key WHAC games against Indiana Tech yesterday in Ft. Wayne. The wins improve the Saints’ record to 12-12 in conference play and moved them into fourth place, a game ahead of Madonna. The Saints are 22-19 overall.
… The Saints jumped out to an early lead in game two, scoring five runs in the first two innings. The lead grew to 8-0 before the Warriors scored a combined six runs in the 5th and 6th. Aquinas held on and completed the sweep with a 10-6 win. Kyle Orlowski (Grand Rapids/GRCC) had three hits and three RBI to lead the way for the Saints. All three of Orlowski’s hits were doubles. Brad Slis (Marysville/Marysville) added two hits and Michael Priest (Grand Rapids/Catholic Central) drove in two. Brendan Penny (Grand Rapids/Catholic Central) struck out five while earning the win for the Saints.
April 25, 2014; Grand Rapids Business Journal
If the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce ran a canoe-and-kayak rental business on the river downtown, it would probably look a lot like what Jeff and Rita Neumann are doing.
… Jeff, 54, is a retired professor who taught electronics at Grand Rapids Community College. Rita is a physical therapist and also works in quality improvement. Both are longtime outdoor enthusiasts, she as a cycler and equestrian, and he as a river paddler, certified as an instructor by the American Canoe Association.
GRCC’s Grad Fest event is one of our opportunities as faculty and staff to celebrate with our upcoming graduates. This event provides students with details regarding our commencement ceremony, information about paying back student loans, information on job opportunities, and much more! Grad Fest is taking place on Tuesday, April 8th in the Student Center, Multi-Purpose room from 10:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m. We need volunteers to help make this event successful. If you are interested in volunteering for a 2 hour block of time that day, please contact Erin Cisler at ecisler@grcc.edu or (616) 234-3931.
Those who regularly make use of the Ford Fieldhouse for exercise, fitness and recreational activities will want to note that the facility will be closed at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 3, 2013, as we will be preparing the facility for the 2013 GRCC Commencement Program later in the early evening of this day. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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