Could you use a period of reflection and renewal while exploring new ideas and opportunities which will reaffirm your passion for your discipline and contributions as a faculty member to the mission of Grand Rapids Community College? Consider applying for a sabbatical, the college's most prestigious scholarly professional development opportunity.
All full-time faculty members with at least six years of service with GRCC are eligible to apply. Please refer to the links below for additional information.
- Sabbatical Process Application and Information
- Sabbatical Review Rubric
- GRCC Library Faculty Resources
Application Deadline
The due date for faculty to submit their 2026-27 Sabbatical Application for review by their Program Directors/Department Heads and Associate Deans is Thursday, March 12, 2026. The deadline for Program Directors/Department Heads and Associate Deans to submit their feedback to the Provost is Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Sabbatical Review Committee Members
| Name | Department | Member Since |
|---|---|---|
| Heather Richards (Chair) | Social Sciences | 2021 |
| Werner Absenger | Secchia Institute for Culinary Education | 2024 |
| Julia Carey | Psychology | 2025 |
| Wesley Fox | Business & Industry | 2025 |
| Jennifer Gable | Nursing | 2020 |
| Kristi Haik | STEM | 2022 |
| Robert Hendershot | Social Sciences | 2019 |
| Moss Ingram | Job Training | 2026 |
| Jamie Klap | Dental | 2023 |
| Lisa Radak | Health Sciences | 2022 |
| Matthew Schenk | Visual Arts | 2020 |
| Lynnae Selberg | Academic Advising and Transfer Center | 2014 |
| Nate Spahn | Applied Technology/Manufacturing | 2022 |
| John VanElst | Workforce Training | 2024 |
| Jason Vinson | Liberal Arts | 2022 |
Contact Info: provost@grcc.edu