GRCC In the News, 11-19-14

Posted on November 19, 2014 by grcctoday

Top 50 Employers of HBCU Students & Graduates (2014)

HBCU Connect (Historically Black College & Universities’ publication)

Since 2002, we have been working with thousands of companies and organizations to assist them in their efforts to reach students and graduates of Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

(GRCC is listed as No. 20 on the list.)

See resumes of 3 finalists for GRCC’s provost search

Nov. 18, 2014; MLive

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Three finalists have emerged in Grand Rapids Community College’s search for its next provost, the college announced Monday.

Classes canceled: GRCC, Grand Valley State University close due to severe weather

Nov. 18, 2014; MLive

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Classes have been canceled for thousands of local college students Tuesday, Nov. 18, because of severe winter weather, including students at Grand Rapids Community College and Grand Valley State University.

Provost Office moves to DeVos campus

Posted on November 12, 2014 by grcctoday

The Provost Office moved this week to the second floor of the Administration Building on the DeVos campus, which is its new permanent location. Phone numbers for Art Johnson, Debbie Dewent and Patti Trepkowski remain the same.

GRCC In the News, 9-5-14

Posted on September 5, 2014 by grcctoday

Enrollment falling at community colleges

Sept. 4, 2014; WOOD TV

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) Several four-year Michigan universities have seen slow and steady enrollment increases, while community colleges have seen a steady decline in recent years.

… “We anticipated a decline,” said Tina Hoxie, Grand Rapids Community College assistant provost and dean for student affairs. “We’ve had record years for almost ten years where we’ve had record enrollment at the community college. Our enrollment can be very tied to the economy.”

Labor Day: Skills for a Lifetime

Sept. 4, 2014; USA Today

As the Secretary of Labor, I have a unique opportunity to meet with employers around the country of all sizes and from an array of industries. So many of them tell me the same thing: they’re ready to grow their businesses and to hire more people.

… In November 2013, Michigan received about $26.4 million in Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training grant program funding to support skills training in advanced manufacturing skills at community colleges and other public institutions across the state. Among the colleges receiving this funding are Macomb Community College, Bay College, Grand Rapids Community College, Kellogg Community College, Lake Michigan College, Lansing Community College, Mott Community College, Schoolcraft College and Baker College.

(Guest column by U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez.)

GRCC In the News, 9-4-14

Posted on September 4, 2014 by grcctoday

Ask The Educator

Aug. 22, 2014; WGVU

(Video of Tina Hoxie participating on a panel to discuss education topics, specifically MTA and 100th anniversary fall activities.)

FOUR MATCHES, THREE DAYS, TWO CITIES: UMD OPENS SEASON ON THE UPPER PENINSULA

Sept. 3, 2014; University of Minnesota-Duluth’s athletics department website

The University of Minnesota Duluth opens its 2014 campaign with four matches in three days at the Michigan Technical University Keewenaw Classic beginning with a match against a long-time rival receiving votes in the initial American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) Top 25 poll.

… Also graduating was the team’s starting setter, and duties will fall on a new addition as the team adds a pair of freshmen and Grand Rapids (Mich.) Community College junior transfer Stacy Kalsbeek.

Additional copies of Convocation program available

Posted on August 26, 2014 by grcctoday

If you’d like additional copies of the Convocation program, you can get them from the Provost Office. Faculty and staff can stop by the temporary Provost Office in the Data Center to pick up a program or just email Arthur Johnson — Ajohnson@grcc.edu — to have a copy mailed to your department.

GRCC In the News, 6-25-14

Posted on June 25, 2014 by grcctoday

GRCC spends $55,000 on search firm to find new provost

June 24, 2014; MLive

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Grand Rapids Community College has hired AGB Search, a Washington D.C.-based consulting group, to search for the college’s new provost.

Restaurant Week GR returns with ‘Perfect Pairings’ theme and local dining deals

June 24, 2014; MLive

GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Summer in West Michigan means the return of Restaurant Week Grand Rapids and the chance to sample cuisine made from fresh, local ingredients over the 12-day food festival.

… One dollar from every meal sold during the 2014 event will be donated by each of the restaurants to a student scholarship fund at the highly acclaimed Secchia Institute for Culinary Education at Grand Rapids Community College. Since 2010, Restaurant Week Grand Rapids participating restaurants have donated almost $75,000 to the fund.

U.S. News & World Report has just published a community college directory. To see GRCC’s page, click here.

GRCC In the News, 6-24-14

Posted on June 24, 2014 by grcctoday

GRCC launches provost search

June 23, 2014; The Holland Sentinel

Holland, Mich. — Grand Rapids Community College recently launched a search for a new provost-executive vice president for academic and student affairs.

Allendale quarterback leads Legends team to victory in Muskegon All-Star Classic

June 21, 2014; MLive

MUSKEGON, MI — Allendale’s Haiden Majewski got a chance to showcase his football skills in the Muskegon area Saturday night.

… Majewski broke his ankle in Allendale’s first playoff game last fall and was happy to get the chance to play again. He’s going to Grand Rapids Community College to play baseball.

Raider Salute to Dominic Dorsey, Don VanOeveren

Posted on June 10, 2014 by grcctoday

This Raider Salute goes to Dominic Dorsey, director of accessibility, and Don VanOeveren, of the Computer Information Systems Department, for their significant donations to the Student Food Pantry.

Just as a reminder: The Office of Student Life and Conduct is always accepting donations for the pantry. While the number of students served in the summer is lower than fall and winter, there are still many who need our help. Please consider picking up a few items on your next grocery shopping trip. It can be one, two or 50 items — it all helps!

GRCC In the News, 5-20-14

Posted on May 20, 2014 by grcctoday

New Presidents or Provosts: Aquinas College (Mich.), College of Charleston, CC of Philadelphia, Humboldt State U., Marquette U., Minnesota State University-Southeast Technical, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

May 20, 2014; Inside Higher Ed

… Gilda Gely, provost and executive vice president at Grand Rapids Community College, in Michigan, has been named executive vice president and provost at Aquinas College, also in Michigan.

Michigan’s Best Taco: Meet Arturo Armijo, Gonzo’s friend and taco expert

May 19, 2014; MLive

KALAMAZOO, MI — Arturo Armijo knows a lot about tacos.

… Armijo retired from Grand Rapids Community College after 20 years; he most recently was the executive assistant to the president. He has been involved with various programs and organizations, and helped make Grand Rapids a sister city with Zapopan, Mexico.

Message from President Ender: Saying Goodbye and Thank You to Provost Gely

Posted on May 2, 2014 by grcctoday

A message from President Ender:

This is Provost Gely’s last week at GRCC and I would like your help in saying THANK YOU to her for her exemplary service to the college and to our students. Please take the time to stop by her office, or send her an email wishing her well in her new endeavors at Aquinas, as I know you will miss her as much as I will.