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Title	Date	Department
Distinguished Alumni and Young Alumni Celebrated for Professional Achievements and Community Impact	May 26, 2026	GRCC Foundation, Secchia Institute for Culinary Education
Water to Work Makes Waves With Mentorships and Paid Learning Opportunities	May 22, 2026	School of Workforce Training
Maurice Baker’s Journey Highlights the Life-Changing Power of Education	May 20, 2026	Business, School of Business and Industry
GRCC Student Awarded Prestigious Journalism Scholarship	May 18, 2026	Language and Thought, School of Liberal Arts
Professor Elrod Is a Talented Addition to the GRCC Music Department	May 14, 2026	Music, School of Liberal Arts
Cooke Scholarship Winner Doing Herself and GRCC Proud	May 12, 2026	Occupational Therapy Assistant , School of Health Sciences, TRIO Programs
OTA Program Earns 100% Pass Rate for Third Consecutive Year	May 8, 2026	Occupational Therapy Assistant , School of Health Sciences
RJG Inc. Supports Plastics-Polymer Program Through Generous Partnership	May 6, 2026	Manufacturing, School of Business and Industry
“More Than Clothes”: GRCC Grad Closet Pop-Up Helps Students Step Into What’s Next	May 5, 2026	The Bob and Aleicia Woodrick Center for Inclusion and Multicultural Affairs , Center for Student Life and Leadership
Empowering Women, One Student at a Time	May 4, 2026	The Bob and Aleicia Woodrick Center for Inclusion and Multicultural Affairs

Matthew Denhartigh leads GRCC golf team to second-place finish at Jackson College Invitational

Apr 22, 2022

It was Denhartigh's second straight tournament shooting under-par, after shooting a career best 68 at the Glen Oaks Invitational.

Fabiola Carrillo Esparza with her husband, Sergio.

My GRCC Story: GRCC Foundation scholarship helps Fabiola Carrillo Esparza pursue her college dream

Apr 22, 2022

'I want you to know that it was a big blessing for me, and I am sure it has been – and will continue to be – for many others.'

Learn from the Best: Nancy Forrest helps students see math is the foundation of everything

Apr 21, 2022

Forrest helps students relate to math and overcome their challenges in the subject by celebrating with them that mathematics is the foundation of everything.

Portraits of Promise Zone students Ben Gillion and Iliana Argueta.

Graduating GRCC students say Grand Rapids Promise Zone removed cost as an obstacle to a life-changing education

Apr 21, 2022

'I don't know where I would be without the Promise Zone'

Players from both eras greeting each other on the field at LMCU Ballpark.

GRCC baseball honors past champions, provides new thrills at LMCU Ballpark

Apr 19, 2022

Max Varon's pinch-hit, three-run homer ties first game, team rolls to 8-0 win in nightcap.

A student in a University of Michigan sweatshirt on Olivarez Plaza.

GRCC summer class registration now open, creating opportunities to earn affordable credits to transfer, or get a head start on fall

Apr 19, 2022

A growing number of students attending classes in four-year schools are taking summer classes at GRCC, then transferring them back to their home college.

My Story Started at GRCC: Nils Michaelis says GRCC sparked drive and ambition, leading to careers at Google and LEGO

Apr 18, 2022

"One should never be afraid to change direction along the way.'

A photo of the GRCC Lakeshore Campus at dusk.

GRCC Lakeshore Campus, Ender Hall transformations earn national recognition for architectural and engineering excellence

Apr 18, 2022

GMB Architects and Engineering were honored for the work on the GRCC Lakeshore Campus, and Progressive AE was saluted for Ender Hall.

GRCC players on the field at LMCU Ballpark.

GRCC baseball at LMCU Ballpark: What you need to know

Apr 17, 2022

The GRCC Athletic Department is celebrating the 26th anniversary of the 1996 team and the 25th anniversary of the 1997 team, both winning the NJCAA baseball national championship.

Blake Waibel delivering a pitch at a recent game.

Big inning by Kellogg Community College dooms GRCC baseball team, leading to doubleheader loss

Apr 16, 2022

GRCC's next game is on Tuesday against Calvin University at LMCU Ballpark.

Not rusty: GRCC golf team wins first conference tournament, Matt Denhartigh tops field after long layoff

Apr 15, 2022

Baseball team splits doubleheader against Kellogg Community College.

Here to Help: Julia Moore navigates students to their "aha" moments

Apr 14, 2022

In her navigator position, Julia is a math mentor, coach and tutor to 10th grade students attending Wyoming, Godfrey-Lee, Godwin Heights, and Kelloggsville school districts. As part of Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs.

GRCC chapter members presented with one of their awards on stage.

GRCC Phi Theta Kappa chapter earns international awards, recognition

Apr 14, 2022

Chapter President Aya Ghlaim won Distinguished Chapter Officer, and GRCC alumna Morgan Brown received the Paragon Advisor Award – both out of hundreds of entries.

Student walking into the GRCC Veterans Center.

GRCC student veterans can gain help writing resumes and cover letters in Friday workshop

Apr 13, 2022

Students will learn how to create a polished resume and cover letter that reflects their unique skills, education, and experience, potentially leading to good jobs.

Workforce Wednesday: Winter Proper finds a career doing something he loves - working on cars

Apr 13, 2022

'The best part of the program is that I am able to learn more about working on cars and I get to actually do the work.'

GRCC pitcher in follow through after delivering a pitch.

GRCC baseball erases six-run deficit, but falls to Lansing Community College in extra innings

Apr 12, 2022

The team also lost the second game of the doubleheader.

GRCC baseball player on the field with the GRCC ad behind him.

GRCC baseball team honoring national champions, facing Calvin University at LMCU Ballpark on April 19

Apr 12, 2022

The team is planning a doubleheader on Tuesday, April 19, with games at 2 and 4:30 p.m.

GRCC mourns the loss of philanthropist Ted Frey Jr., an alumnus who supported students with his time and resources

Apr 12, 2022

'We will greatly miss his kindness and support. He leaves a tremendous legacy here at GRCC and across the region.'

Students attending an event at the GRCC Lakeshore Campus

Reconnect with your future: GRCC open houses help potential students of all ages learn how an education can change their lives

Apr 11, 2022

Open houses are planned for the main campus and GRCC Lakeshore Campus

Portrait of Ben Gerlofs with buildings in the background.

My Story Started at GRCC: Ben Gerlofs says GRCC's flexibility allowed him to discover his passion, and a career in Hong Kong

Apr 11, 2022

'It’s no exaggeration to say that GRCC offered me a life-changing opportunity.'

Caleb Englesman at the plate, following through on a swing.

'The Caleb Engelsman Game' GRCC baseball hurler throws complete game, hits bases-loaded triple in walk-off win

Apr 10, 2022

GRCC falls short in the second game, losing 9-6 to Muskegon Community College

Ryan Dykstra starting to run after hitting the ball.

Ryan Dykstra powers GRCC baseball to doubleheader sweep over Muskegon Community College

Apr 9, 2022

GRCC is now 12-14 on the season, after a 1-10 start against tough competition on a southern road trip.

Svetoslav Pavlov working with a student.

Learn from the Best: Svetoslav Pavlov brings international experience to Computer Information Systems classes

Apr 8, 2022

CIS students at GRCC can explore a wide range of majors and tracks, and are in high demand in today’s global workforce.

GRCC baseball holds off Lake Michigan rally, then walks off nightcap to sweep doubleheader

Apr 7, 2022

Andres Rivera-Calderon's clutch single brings GRCC a win.