Provost Chesley’s Farewell Open House
- WHEN: Thursday, April 25, from 1:30-3 p.m.
- WHERE: The Heritage
Come celebrate with Laurie as starts down the path of PRESIDENT Chesley!
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Farewell open house for Laurie Chesley on April 25
Provost Chesley’s Farewell Open House
- WHEN: Thursday, April 25, from 1:30-3 p.m.
- WHERE: The Heritage
Come celebrate with Laurie as starts down the path of PRESIDENT Chesley!
Recap: practical nursing students participate in Community Health Fair
GRCC Practical Nursing Students participated in a Community Health Fair at Porter Hills Village on Tuesday, April 16.
Students presented information about topics such as osteoarthritis, obstructive sleep apnea, eye disorders, hypertension, and diabetes. Residents were able to get their blood pressure and blood sugar levels checked, as well as engage with students by participating in the various activities.
Leadership Institute presents Tassell M-TEC open house this Monday
You’re Invited to the 2018 Leadership Institute’s next Sharing Event: the Leslie E. Tassell M-TEC Open House
- DATE: Monday, April 22, 2019
- TIME: 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- LOCATION: Leslie E. Tassell M-TEC, 622 Godfrey Ave SW, Grand Rapids
Details: Connect with your GRCC family at the first departmental open house showcasing the Tassell M-TEC! Julie Parks and her team are eager to show off their campus. Some highlights include:
- Grilling by the M-TEC Staff – FREE Hamburger/Hot Dog Lunch (vegetarian option available)
- Tours of the M-TEC
- Virtual Welder Contest (You could win a prize!)
- Blood Pressure Readings & Health Protective Clothing Contest
- Lean Training – Drip & Pipe Contest
- Check out the Manufacturing Trailer and 3-D printer, M-TEC race car, and Jeep
- Construction Make-and-Take Project
Whether you’ve never had the opportunity to enjoy the M-TEC campus or it’s been a while since your last visit, this is a perfect time to gain a better understanding of another GRCC campus and learn about the programs and services we provide to our students:
- Automotive
- Construction Trades
- Job Training
- Welding
- Workforce Training
FREE lunch and free parking. No RSVP required.
Questions: Please contact InteGReatCC@grcc.edu
GRCC student leads Mathematics Seminar today in Cook 102
The Grand Rapids Community College Mathematics Department is pleased to announce that it will host its last Mathematics Seminar of 2018-2019 on Wednesday, April 17, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in 102 Cook.
Our speaker, GRCC student Luke Ellison, will be discussing Bayes’ Theorem.
Bayes’ Theorem actually is a theorem –it has a precise mathematical formulation that can be rigorously demonstrated– but its use has been controversial for more than 200 years. Luke’s presentation will emphasize historical background and applications, and thus will be accessible to a general audience. As is the case with all of our seminars, everyone is welcome!
Details:
- DATE: Wednesday, April 17
- TIME: 3:30-4:30 p.m. (Refreshments served at 2:14 p.m.)
- PLACE: 102 Cook
- SUBJECT: Bayes’ Theorem: Using Probability Theory to Quantify Uncertainty
Bayes’ theorem is a probabilistic equation that allows us to update our prior beliefs in the face of new evidence. This talk will explore the historical development and application of Bayes’ theorem including unique problems that it has helped solve. Specific areas of application include World War 2 codebreaking, authorship of the Federalist papers, and quantifying degrees of certainty in historical claims.
Walkers and sponsors needed for 2019 Big Step Walk
Noorthoek Academy, an organization that works with GRCC to provide a college experience for people with special needs, is seeking walkers and sponsors for the 2019 Big Step Walk.
The Big Step Walk is scheduled for 10 a.m. on April 27 at Aquinas College.
Funds raised from the event support field trip costs and tuition assistance for Noorthoek students.
You can learn more – and sign up – online.
GRCC’s Culinary Medicine team to present at Lansing conference tomorrow
GRCC collaborates with Spectrum Health on Culinary Medicine (CM), a discipline which seeks to engage health care professionals and patients in the importance of food as a tool in achieving optimal health. As a result of this partnership, Dr. Werner Absenger of GRCC’s Secchia Institute and Dr. Kristi Artz of Spectrum Health will be presenting at the 35th Annual Developmental Disabilities Conference tomorrow, April 17, in Lansing, MI.
The title of their presentation is “Culinary medicine: A healthcare model to provide simple, inexpensive, nutrient dense, home-cooked meals for persons with ID and DD.”
Poor nutrition-related health habits are considered health risk factors for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and children and youth with special health care needs. CM empowers clinicians and patients with knowledge of nutrition and culinary techniques. In hands-on CM classes, participants learn to prepare delicious food that is consistent with real-world budgets and time constraints.
Congratulations to Drs. Absenger and Artz, and to everyone who has helped make this collaboration such a success!
Final Mathematics Seminar of 2018-19 tomorrow in Cook
The Grand Rapids Community College Mathematics Department is pleased to announce that it will host its last Mathematics Seminar of 2018-2019 on Wednesday, April 17, from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in 102 Cook.
Our speaker, GRCC student Luke Ellison, will be discussing Bayes’ Theorem.
Bayes’ Theorem actually is a theorem –it has a precise mathematical formulation that can be rigorously demonstrated– but its use has been controversial for more than 200 years. Luke’s presentation will emphasize historical background and applications, and thus will be accessible to a general audience. As is the case with all of our seminars, everyone is welcome!
Details:
- DATE: Wednesday, April 17
- TIME: 3:30-4:30 p.m. (Refreshments served at 2:14 p.m.)
- PLACE: 102 Cook
- SUBJECT: Bayes’ Theorem: Using Probability Theory to Quantify Uncertainty
Bayes’ theorem is a probabilistic equation that allows us to update our prior beliefs in the face of new evidence. This talk will explore the historical development and application of Bayes’ theorem including unique problems that it has helped solve. Specific areas of application include World War 2 codebreaking, authorship of the Federalist papers, and quantifying degrees of certainty in historical claims.
Still time to register for the GRCC Golf Scramble and Cookout
The GRCC Golf Scramble and Cookout returns!
For those of you participated last year, and for those of you who missed out on the fun, mark your calendar for Friday, May 3, 2019.
Don’t miss out on a great time with lots of golf, food, and prizes!
The registration form is available on Google Drive.
REGISTRATION FORM: Payment must accompany your registration. First come, first served basis (25 team limit/limited seating). Registration will be accepted until team/dinner limit has been reached.
Original music by GRCC composers tonight in the Recital Hall
Exam Cram at the GRCC Library begins today
What is Exam Cram? Think extended quiet study hours in the library, smiling tutors and librarians, stress-relieving workshops, along with beverages and snacks to keep study strength up and stress levels down!
When is it? Monday, April 15 – Saturday, April 20
- The event will be held during normal Library hours during the week and during the Library’s EXTENDED HOURS on Saturday (10 a.m.–10 p.m.)
ALSO! Be sure to take advantage of the fun and relaxing (and free!) workshop that will be held next week:
Embroidery Workshop:
- Wednesday, April 17, 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
- Feeling stressed about final exams? Relax and treat yourself to a free make & take embroidery workshop with Jennifer Ackerman-Haywood, host of the CraftSanity Podcast and GRCC adjunct journalism professor. Embroidery samplers and all supplies will be provided. No experience necessary. See you there!
Take Your Child To Work Day at GRCC
Have you ever wanted to show your child(ren) the ins-and-outs of your work and the fun we have at GRCC? Consider joining your colleagues and their child(ren) for a fun Take Your Child to Work event to experience all that GRCC has to offer! Activities will include a campus exploration experience, office time, lunch, and games!
- Date: Thursday, May 16, 2019
- Time: 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Location: Main Campus
How to register:
- Request supervisor approval for participation in event.
- Register online (Note: You must be logged into your GRCC Google account to complete the form.)
- Place a hold on your calendar as an appointment will not be sent.
Guidelines:
- Child must be at least 10 years old.
- Child cannot perform actual work nor operate any machinery.
- Employee (who is the parent/guardian) should be with the child(ren) at all times during the visit to GRCC.
- Employee must request supervisor approval for participation in event prior to enrolling.
- Time Sheet – While the Take Your Child to Work event can be counted toward your normal work schedule, any additional time needed (i.e. to drop your children off, take additional time off, etc.) should be recorded accordingly. It is expected you will work this out with your supervisor prior to enrolling.
Brought to you by Human Resources. Questions? Please contact angelasalinas@grcc.edu
Spring Choral Concert this Sunday with the GRCC Music Department
Leadership Institute presents staff/faculty open house at the Leslie E. Tassell M-TEC April 22
You’re Invited to the 2018 Leadership Institute’s next Sharing Event: the Leslie E. Tassell M-TEC Open House
- DATE: Monday, April 22, 2019
- TIME: 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
- LOCATION: Leslie E. Tassell M-TEC, 622 Godfrey Ave SW, Grand Rapids
Details: Connect with your GRCC family at the first departmental open house showcasing the Tassell M-TEC! Julie Parks and her team are eager to show off their campus. Some highlights include:
- Grilling by the M-TEC Staff – FREE Hamburger/Hot Dog Lunch (vegetarian option available)
- Tours of the M-TEC
- Virtual Welder Contest (You could win a prize!)
- Blood Pressure Readings & Health Protective Clothing Contest
- Lean Training – Drip & Pipe Contest
- Check out the Manufacturing Trailer and 3-D printer, M-TEC race car, and Jeep
- Construction Make-and-Take Project
Whether you’ve never had the opportunity to enjoy the M-TEC campus or it’s been a while since your last visit, this is a perfect time to gain a better understanding of another GRCC campus and learn about the programs and services we provide to our students:
- Automotive
- Construction Trades
- Job Training
- Welding
- Workforce Training
FREE lunch and free parking. No RSVP required.
Questions: Please contact InteGReatCC@grcc.edu
Final month of nominations for the 2019 Excellence in Education Awards
Here at GRCC, we are truly fortunate to work with staff and faculty who go above and beyond their role at the college, in the community, or in higher education. These individuals make learning at GRCC a meaningful and impactful experience for our students and working at GRCC an honor and inspiration for fellow employees.
To recognize them, please consider nominating them for the Excellence in Education Award! The Excellence in Education Award was established in 1989 to honor an individual Grand Rapids Community College employee. In 2000, the award was expanded to provide recognition in the form of a staff award, and a separate full-time faculty award. In 2010, an additional award was added for an exemplary adjunct faculty member.
There is a cash award of $1,000 for full-time faculty who have taught at GRCC for at least 5 years, a $750 cash award for adjunct faculty who have taught at least 2 years, and staff members may also be nominated to receive a cash award of $1,000.
Anyone can nominate! Deadline for nominations is May 10, 2019:
Questions?
- Faculty & Adjunct: Call or email the Provost Office at (234-3920); provost@grcc.edu
- Staff: Call or email Angela Salinas in HR/Staff Development at (234-2567); angelasalinas@grcc.edu
Thank you for taking the time to nominate a deserving member of the GRCC family for these awards.
