Superior Asphalt will be here on June 20 and 21 (weather permitting) to perform a temporary repair on the cul-de-sac by the Spectrum Theater. The area will be closed on these days for parking.
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GRCC In the News, 6-12-19
Highlights of the 2019-20 budget approved by GRCC Trustees
June 11, 2019; MLive
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The Grand Rapids Community College Board of Trustees has unanimously approved a $112.3 million operating budget for the 2019-20 academic year
GRCC partners with HexArmor to create 49 new jobs
June 11, 2019; MLive
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The Grand Rapids Community College Board of Trustees approved a $324,875 Michigan New Jobs Training Program agreement Monday with HexArmor, a global provider of personal protective equipment.
Overcoming homelessness to get her degree, she’s ready to help others
June 11, 2019; schoolnewsnetwork.org (Kent Intermediate School District)
Five years after sharing her story about growing up in poverty, a mature, confident, 22-year-old Jordan Lovett walked into a local coffee shop. She had graduated days earlier from Grand Valley State University with a bachelor’s degree in social work.
… I checked in with Lovett the next winter. She was struggling as a freshman at Aquinas College. Her grades weren’t great and she was stressed out trying to work, pay the bills, and complete 18 credits. She had already enrolled in Grand Rapids Community College for the next semester, to save money. She was one of many students in college who have the imposter feeling of, “I don’t belong here.” I wrote her second story as a bigger piece about how barriers for low-income college students don’t end at the Admissions Office door.
Sushi caterer rolls with purpose
June 11, 2019; Grand Rapids Magazine
After earning a pre-social work degree, Bawi Sung felt whatever career she found next should center on helping her fellow Burmese orphans and refugees.
… In the U.S., while learning English as a second language, Anu completed ninth grade through high school — where she met her now-husband Aceu Thawng, who immigrated to Grand Rapids in 2008. Anu then earned a pre-social work degree from Grand Rapids Community College.
Chess players gain focus, swagger
June 11, 2019; schoolnewsnetwork.org (Kent Intermediate School District)
After winning the chess tournament at Comstock Park High School for two years running, Senior Stephen Riley could walk through commencement with a bit of swagger.
… “No one thought I was going to win,” says Stephen, who will go on to classes at Grand Rapids Community College this fall. “I didn’t even think I would win.”
Bucs, Lakers and Trojans represent as All-Stars
June 12, 2019; Grand Haven Tribune
Local volleyball seniors had the chance to suit up one last time in their school colors Tuesday as Muskegon Community College hosted an All-Star game for outgoing players.
… Across the board, the local all-stars will be continuing their careers at the collegiate level. Paulsen and Carlyle got an early introduction to their new home Tuesday, as they will take their talents to play for the Jayhawks this fall. Zenas is set to set at Hillsdale College, while Strohmeyer will continue to terminate points for Lake Superior State University. (Kailey) Carmean and (Kylie) Oberlin plan to remain teammates while attending Grand Rapids Community College and Core will bring the heat at Hope College.
Students receive $500 scholarships from Sparrow Ionia Hospital Foundation
June 11, 2019; Ionia Sentinel-Standard
IONIA COUNTY — Eight students pursuing careers in health care each received $500 in scholarships from Sparrow Ionia Hospital Foundation.
… Scholarship recipients for 2019 are:
… Jeffrey Puehler from Belding High School — attending Grand Rapids Community College for a nurse practitioner degree.
Grand Rapids school board approves interim superintendent contract
June 11, 2019; MLive
GRAND RAPIDS, MI – The Grand Rapids school board approved a contract Monday, June 10, for Ronald Gorman to serve as interim superintendent when Teresa Weatherall Neal retires effective July 1.
(This article doesn’t mention it, but Ronald Gorman is a GRCC alumnus.)
The Women’s Coalition of Motorcyclists Announces the Train-the-trainer scholarship
June 11, 2019; WHFB
In pursuit of the goal of doubling the number of female motorcycle riders by 2020, the Women’s Coalition of Motorcyclists (WCM) has established a train-the-trainer scholarship program in partnership with the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning and Michigan Rider Education Program. The scholarship program will allow for up to 10 WCM paid members to attend the RiderCoach Preparation course to become a certified motorcycle safety coach. In Michigan, only 11 percent (27 of 235) of certified RiderCoaches are female.
… For an application for the Grand Rapids Community College Motorcycle Rider Education Program visit: (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0ByIXC151xB1idkw5Qzlfd3hzcTZxMlVCVnh1ZVJJR3c2T0lv/view )
Jewish Theatre’s “Church & State” combines real-life topics with comedy
June 11, 2019; FOX 17
Jewish Theatre Grand Rapids is combining real, serious topics and comedy in their latest production, “Church & State.”
… The play will be performed at GRCC Spectrum Theatre on the following dates:
GRCC In the News, 6-10-19
GRCC president discusses role of industry collaboration in higher ed
June 9, 2019; mibiz.com
Since Bill Pink became the tenth president of Grand Rapids Community College two years ago, he has become a leading voice for the state’s network of 28 community colleges. Pink sat down with MiBiz after speaking from the main stage of the Mackinac Policy Conference, an annual gathering of Michigan’s top business and political leaders, to discuss the effect of business executives, education leaders and philanthropy partners coming together to advocate for a better education system.
Change-Ups: ACG Western Michigan Recognized as National Chapter of the Year
June 7, 2019; Grand Rapids Business Journal
… SPORTS
Grand Rapids Community College hired Jeff Bauer as the men’s basketball coach. Bauer has experience at the NCAA Division I and II levels, including 11 years at his alma mater, Grand Valley State University. Bauer will be the eighth coach since 1965 to coach GRCC’s men’s basketball team. He replaces Luke Bronkema, who had a successful three-year run with two national tournament appearances: a sixth-place finish in 2017 and eighth-place finish in 2018.
Spotlight on the News Special: Inside the 2019 Mackinac Policy Conference & its “One Michigan” theme
June 7, 2019; WXYZ
MACKINAC ISLAND, MI. — On Sunday, June 9, Spotlight on the News will broadcast its 2019 Mackinac Policy Conference special from the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. The 30 minute broadcast will include a smorgasbord of leaders from Michigan and elsewhere. From Chamber President Sandy Baruah to government leaders such as Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Speaker of the House Lee Chatfield, State Attorney General Dana Nessel, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson to ABC News Political Analyst Matthew Dowd and Grand Rapids Community College President Dr. Bill Pink, tune in for their very candid insights and comments.
GRCC reps ‘raid’ high school to share college info
June 7, 2019; schoolnewsnetwork.org (Kent Intermediate School District)
Union High School juniors Jashiya Moore and Ronjaia McIntosh said they feel excited and nervous about going to college.
… Jashiya and Ronjaia — students who will have college paid for through the Challenge Scholars program — are not alone in having a mix of emotions as they look ahead to college. So Grand Rapids Community College representatives are working to make the transition as smooth as possible.
Mayville’s Rutter inks with Grand Rapids Community College
June 9, 2019; The County Press (Lapeer)
MAYVILLE — From left to right James Brooks, Shelly Brooks, Mayville senior, Alexis Rutter, Coach Brian Skudre and Mayville Head Coach Andrew Morrison are all smiles as Lexi signs her national letter-of-intent to play softball at Grand Rapids Community College Thursday.
June 7, 2019; The Daily News (Greenville)
IONIA — Tyler Hausserman is finishing up his high school golfing career how every golfer his age would like to — at the state finals, which takes place today and tomorrow.
… Hausserman is the first golfer under (coach Bryan) Wetherwax’s six years of tutelage to sign with a college team, signing a letter of intent with Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) May 15.
June 7, 2019; schoolnewsnetwork.org
The Thursday evening before graduation, Lee High School was abuzz with activity as 84 seniors — nervous, excited and anxious to finish the school year — presented their capstone projects to panels of volunteer judges.
… “I think it’s really important to protect the bonds that families need to have,” said Melissa (Montiel), who plans to attend Grand Rapids Community College this fall, then transfer to a four-year school.
‘Church & State’ tackles tough issues on stage
June 7, 2019; WZZM
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — For ten days in June, Jewish Theatre Grand Rapids is taking on tough issues through their performance of “Church and State.” The play, by Jason Odell, deals with school shootings and gun control discussions in politics.
Performances will be at Grand Rapids Community College’s Spectrum Theatre’s main stage. They will be held at 8 p.m on June 13, 15, 20 and 22. There will also be performances at 3 p.m. on June 16 and 23.
GRCC Players performing ‘Wilderness’ tonight, Saturday at Spectrum Theater
GRCC Players Present:
Wilderness, by Seth Bockley and Anne Hamburger.
- WHEN: March 28-30, 8 p.m.
- WHERE: Spectrum Theater
- TICKETS: general admission $12; Faculty and Staff $10; GRCC Students $5
Call (616) 234-3946 for tickets.
Only two more chances to see “The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey”
GRCC Players present The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey by James Lecesne.
The Story: Chuck unravels the story of Leonard Pelkey, a tenaciously optimistic and flamboyant fourteen-year-old boy who goes missing. A luminous force of nature whose magic is only truly felt once he is gone, Leonard becomes an unexpected inspiration as the town’s citizens question how they live, who they love, and what they leave behind.
- January 10 – 12 at 8 p.m.
- Spectrum Theater Lab Space (Room 201)
- Limited seats; call 234-3946 for tickets
- Cost: $5 GRCC students; $10 GRCC staff
GRCC Student cast includes: Eden Heimer, Elijah Lewis, Alexus Voss, Nio Walton, and Trent Woodman.
“The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey” opens tonight
GRCC Players present The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey by James Lecesne.
The Story: Chuck unravels the story of Leonard Pelkey, a tenaciously optimistic and flamboyant fourteen-year-old boy who goes missing. A luminous force of nature whose magic is only truly felt once he is gone, Leonard becomes an unexpected inspiration as the town’s citizens question how they live, who they love, and what they leave behind.
- January 10 – 12 at 8 p.m.
- Spectrum Theater Lab Space (Room 201)
- Limited seats; call 234-3946 for tickets
- Cost: $5 GRCC students; $10 GRCC staff
GRCC Student cast includes: Eden Heimer, Elijah Lewis, Alexus Voss, Nio Walton, and Trent Woodman.
GRCC Players perform”The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey” this weekend
GRCC Players present The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey by James Lecesne.
The Story: Chuck unravels the story of Leonard Pelkey, a tenaciously optimistic and flamboyant fourteen-year-old boy who goes missing. A luminous force of nature whose magic is only truly felt once he is gone, Leonard becomes an unexpected inspiration as the town’s citizens question how they live, who they love, and what they leave behind.
- January 10 – 12 at 8 p.m.
- Spectrum Theater Lab Space (Room 201)
- Limited seats; call 234-3946 for tickets
- Cost: $5 GRCC students; $10 GRCC staff
GRCC Student cast includes: Eden Heimer, Elijah Lewis, Alexus Voss, Nio Walton, and Trent Woodman.
This weekend: GRCC Players present “Good Kids” by Naomi Iizuka
Good Kids by Naomi Iizuka
December 6-8 at 8 p.m. at Spectrum Theater, GRCC Players
Good Kids synopsis:
Something happened to Chloe after that party last Saturday night. Something she says she can’t remember. Something everybody is talking about. Set at a Midwestern high school, in a world of Facebook and Twitter, smartphones and YouTube, Good Kids explores a casual sexual encounter gone wrong and its very public aftermath. Who’s telling the truth? Whose version of the story do you believe? And what does that say about you?
Caution/Trigger Warning:
This show may be triggering as it contains graphic content dealing with sexual assault, graphic language, and adult situations. Please know resources will be available in the theater lobby should anyone need to reach out to on-campus services for future discussion.
A note from the director, Carrie McNulty:
“As the director of Good Kids, I am incredibly proud of the students handling this challenging material. We have had to tackle some tough conversations regarding consent, sexual assault, and the very real case this play is based on. The cast has been open, supportive, and mature in bringing this sensitive subject to the stage.
The play is very timely, and our hope is to encourage conversation and a call to action. Because of the nature of this play, we will be encouraging the audience to stay after the Friday (December 7) performance to engage in a conversation with a talk back panel.”
Discussion Panel:
There will be a post-show Discussion Panel on Friday, December 7. Panel members will include:
- Lina Blair (Director of Student Life and Conduct)
- Kimberly DeVries (Director of Equal Opportunity Compliance)
- Officer Robin Kritzman (Campus Police Officer)
GRCC Players present “Good Kids” by Naomi Iizuka
Good Kids by Naomi Iizuka
December 6-8 at 8 p.m. at Spectrum Theater, GRCC Players
Good Kids synopsis:
Something happened to Chloe after that party last Saturday night. Something she says she can’t remember. Something everybody is talking about. Set at a Midwestern high school, in a world of Facebook and Twitter, smartphones and YouTube, Good Kids explores a casual sexual encounter gone wrong and its very public aftermath. Who’s telling the truth? Whose version of the story do you believe? And what does that say about you?
Caution/Trigger Warning:
This show may be triggering as it contains graphic content dealing with sexual assault, graphic language, and adult situations. Please know resources will be available in the theater lobby should anyone need to reach out to on-campus services for future discussion.
Discussion Panel:
There will be a post-show Discussion Panel on Friday, December 7.
Panel members:
- Lina Blair (Director of Student Life and Conduct)
- Kimberly DeVries (Director of Equal Opportunity Compliance)
- Officer Robin Kritzman (Campus Police Officer)
GRCC In The News, 9-19-18
Morning News at 5:30 p.m.
9/19/18 WZZM
(Representatives from Arbor Circle appeared on the show to judge an art competition between the anchors and to talk about an ArtPrize entry that kids in the program created for display at Spectrum Theater.)
TODAY: GRPS, Grade School to Grad School for Girls Conference event at GRCC
GRCC is excited to host the GRPS Grade School to Grad School for Girls event on our main campus today. 315 students and staff are scheduled to attend today’s events, including GRPS Superintendent Neal. If you see them today, make sure to say “Hello!”
GRCC In the News, 9-20-16
Community college becomes Fiat Chrysler training site
Sept. 19, 2016; Grand Rapids Business Journal
A local community college is now a certified Fiat Chrysler training site.
Grand Rapids Community College announced that it has joined the network of Fiat Chrysler-certified technical training sites.
Area students receive Law Enforcement Education Program scholarships
Sept. 16, 2016; The Holland Sentinel
The Law Enforcement Education Program recently named Jenna Klokkert, of Fennville, and Austin Lynema, of Zeeland, among the 22 students nationwide who will receive $1,000 scholarships to encourage their pursuit of law enforcement and public safety careers.
Klokkert is a student at Grand Rapids Community College, and Lynema is a student of Grand Valley State University.
GRCC’s 11th ranked men’s XC take 2nd at MSU, women take 3rd
Sept. 19, 2016; MLive
On Friday September 16th GRCC’s men’s and women’s cross country teams made the trek down I-96 for the MSU Spartan Invitational and toed the line for what was their toughest race of the season.
Kelley: A family guide to visiting ArtPrize
Sept. 19, 2016; WZZM
GRAND RAPIDS, MICH. – ArtPrize in Grand Rapids used to be like the World’s Biggest Ball of Yarn. It was fun because it was large and bizarre and a good excuse to stretch your legs after a car ride.
… Local artists:
… Stanley Skopek of Battle Creek, Flight in Wind at GRCC Spectrum Theater Lobby, 160 Fountain NE
GRCC In the News, 12-11-15
Diana Gameros Sings the Immigrant’s Love and Loss
Dec. 10, 2015; KQED
For Mexican-born singer-songwriter Diana Gameros, music has always been a deeply personal endeavor, acting as both a lifeline and a retreat from the world’s complications. Her soulful, emotionally-charged music, recorded on her debut album Eterno Retorno, tells a journey of love, loss, and hope, rooted in her own coming-of-age story as an undocumented immigrant in America. “Music for me has always been an outlet,” Gameros tells KQED Arts, “a way to be on my own and be okay.”
… But Gamero’s American story has an innocence, involving a Michigan boy she fell in love with and wide-eyed dreams of becoming a professional musician. “That gave me all the drive to do whatever I had to do to be here,” says Gameros, who moved to Michigan and studied music for four years at Grand Rapids Community College.
Dec. 10, 2015; MLive
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Find options for your social calendar with this list of things to do around West Michigan.
… Actors’ Theatre current production “Dogfight” is a pop-rock musical adaptation of a 1991 film starring River Phoenix and Lili Taylor. The Vietnam War-era story of soldiers cruelly wagering on which guy can bring the ugliest girl to a dance transforms into a tale of forgiveness when one of the girls rewrites the rules of the game and teaches the power of love and compassion.
Directed by Actors’ Theatre founder Fred Sebulske, tickets are $28. Remaining shows are at 8 p.m. December 10-12 and 17-19 at Grand Rapids Community College’s Spectrum Theater, 160 Fountain St. NE. More at atgr.org.
GRCC In the News, 3-20-15
Grand Rapids CC Offers Scholarships For Geek Group Memberships
March 12, 2015; mitechnews.com
GRAND RAPIDS – Grand Rapids Community College announced Thursday they are now offering a 50 percent scholarship for a six-month membership program to the Geek Group to all GRCC students who are enrolled in a workforce development program.
March 19, 2015; MLive
… Actors’ Theatre Grand Rapids presents the musical “The Light in the Piazza” from March 19-28 in GRCC’s Spectrum Theatre, 160 Fountain St. NE. The romantic tale of Clara, a sightseer touring the Tuscan countryside, and a handsome Florentine named Fabrizio begins when Clara loses her hat to a gust of wind. The hat lands at the feet of Fabrizio and fate sparks a romance. But Clara is not all that she appears to be.
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