Employee News Latest news Title Department Switch to List viewCard view 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 GRCC student Angela Shaffer honored by Michigan Occupational Therapy Association for service Apr 7, 2022 Shaffer earned one of two scholarships awarded by the organization, citing her extensive volunteer work. AMP Lab family open house looks to inspire future generations of scientists and engineers Apr 7, 2022 AMP Lab is a partnership with GRCC, Western Michigan University-Grand Rapids and Autocam Medical GRCC Supply Chain Operations Management certificate prepares students for careers in growing field Apr 6, 2022 Dr. Matheta Muraa-Righa created program with local employer partners as demand grows. GRCC baseball team explodes for 22 runs in sweep of Cornerstone University junior varsity Apr 5, 2022 Max Varon hit his third home run of the season in the nightcap. Learn from the Best: GRCC professor looks at the apocalypse through 14 years of artwork in new exhibit Apr 5, 2022 'Tradigital,' with the works of Matthew Schenk, runs through the end of April at the Paul Collins Art Gallery. Hip-hop artist Talib Kweli will discuss his memoir in final GRCC Diversity Lecture Series event of the semester Apr 5, 2022 Kweli, a New York native, is a rapper, activist, and entrepreneur and is recognized as one of the most accomplished hip-hop artists. Safe and celebratory: GRCC plans commencement in two sessions on April 29 to allow families to attend with distancing Apr 4, 2022 Students in the School of Arts and Sciences will attend a 4:30 p.m. commencement, and students in the School of Workforce Development will be at a 7:30 p.m. service. My Story Started at GRCC: Alicia Sanchez-Harmon says real-life experiences at GRCC led to career in early childhood education Apr 4, 2022 'My experience at GRCC was valuable because as I entered into my bachelor’s-level classes, I felt prepared.' Jerad Berkenpas, Dylan Chargo power GRCC baseball in split with Lake Michigan College Apr 3, 2022 Berkenpas pitched six shutout innings, Chargo hit a grand slam for his third homer of the season. Here to Help: Amanda Glaza is uniquely positioned to help student-athletes be successful in their sport and in the classroom Mar 31, 2022 Amanda Glaza enjoys wearing a few different hats at GRCC. GRCC Music sophomores showcasing their talent and skill in recitals Mar 31, 2022 'We’re celebrating their musical journey, and also showing our greater community the quality of our programs and our people.' Workforce Wednesday: Andre Broussard II says GRCC helped him reach his goals - and he isn't stopping! Mar 30, 2022 'I was taught growing up to strive for more and never settle for less. I’m 33 years old now and I didn’t lose sight of my goals. That is how I will continue. Now that I have reached this goal, I will set new ones to achieve. I’m not stopping now.' GRCC baseball team takes opener against Mid Michigan College, but falls in extra innings in second game Mar 29, 2022 All nine GRCC starters had at least one hit in the opening game, with Zacarias Salinas leading the way, going 2-for-4 with an RBI. School News Network feature: GRCC Dental students learn new skills while helping senior citizens get care they need Mar 29, 2022 'Seniors have different dental needs and this program provides experience for management of patients. It’s really cool to see them interacting with students.' GRCC baseball drops two close games to Mid Michigan College to open conference play Mar 28, 2022 GRCC battled back from a 5-0 deficit in the series opener, including a stretch of three home runs in the fifth and the sixth innings, but fell short. My Story Started at GRCC: Adam Jacobs helps people gain housing through the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia Mar 28, 2022 'My time at GRCC allowed me to explore my interests in a smaller classroom environment without a heavy financial burden,' GRCC golf team finishes eighth in Heritage Hill Collegiate tournament Mar 27, 2022 Matthew Denhartigh improved his day one score by 11 strokes to finish with 157 and tied for 16th place overall. GRCC celebrates new partnership with West Michigan Construction Institute Mar 27, 2022 WMCI will host some GRCC electrical apprenticeship programs, work with partners to build in-demand skills. Best in Show: GRCC earns top national communications award for highlighting students, and people who support them Mar 26, 2022 GRCC Foundation Annual Report, 'You think you know GRCC?' ad honored by National Council for Marketing and Public Relations. GRCC’s David Selmon saluted by MCCAA for his leadership, supporting students ‘during the toughest times’ of pandemic Mar 25, 2022 'Dave rolled up his sleeves, leaned in and created a safe path forward for GRCC student-athletes to participate in athletics without pause. Dave's leadership inside and outside of GRCC was extremely beneficial.' Learn from the Best: Radiologic Technology professor Heather Klare works from a place of honesty, care, and hope Mar 24, 2022 'Our students really know that we care. That I, and the other instructors in the program, feel that the students' success in the program is our success.' Dylan Chargo leads GRCC baseball team to fourth win a row, topping Aquinas College junior varsity Mar 23, 2022 Dean Sommer and Kellan Smith both pitched three shutout innings in 8-1 victory My GRCC Story: Ashley Van Bennekom uses Michigan Reconnect to gain career skills while managing family and small business Mar 23, 2022 Gov. Whitmer: 'Our goal is to build a better Michigan where every Michigander is equipped with the education and skills they need to get a good-paying job, and the Michigan Reconnect students at GRCC are on their way to high-demand, high-wage careers.' Dress like a Raider: GRCC Athletics 'yard sale' makes team apparel available for students, fans Mar 23, 2022 'We know there are many fans who would really enjoy wearing these. Rather than keeping them in storage, we want to share them with GRCC students and fans.' Load More
GRCC student Angela Shaffer honored by Michigan Occupational Therapy Association for service Apr 7, 2022 Shaffer earned one of two scholarships awarded by the organization, citing her extensive volunteer work.
AMP Lab family open house looks to inspire future generations of scientists and engineers Apr 7, 2022 AMP Lab is a partnership with GRCC, Western Michigan University-Grand Rapids and Autocam Medical
GRCC Supply Chain Operations Management certificate prepares students for careers in growing field Apr 6, 2022 Dr. Matheta Muraa-Righa created program with local employer partners as demand grows.
GRCC baseball team explodes for 22 runs in sweep of Cornerstone University junior varsity Apr 5, 2022 Max Varon hit his third home run of the season in the nightcap.
Learn from the Best: GRCC professor looks at the apocalypse through 14 years of artwork in new exhibit Apr 5, 2022 'Tradigital,' with the works of Matthew Schenk, runs through the end of April at the Paul Collins Art Gallery.
Hip-hop artist Talib Kweli will discuss his memoir in final GRCC Diversity Lecture Series event of the semester Apr 5, 2022 Kweli, a New York native, is a rapper, activist, and entrepreneur and is recognized as one of the most accomplished hip-hop artists.
Safe and celebratory: GRCC plans commencement in two sessions on April 29 to allow families to attend with distancing Apr 4, 2022 Students in the School of Arts and Sciences will attend a 4:30 p.m. commencement, and students in the School of Workforce Development will be at a 7:30 p.m. service.
My Story Started at GRCC: Alicia Sanchez-Harmon says real-life experiences at GRCC led to career in early childhood education Apr 4, 2022 'My experience at GRCC was valuable because as I entered into my bachelor’s-level classes, I felt prepared.'
Jerad Berkenpas, Dylan Chargo power GRCC baseball in split with Lake Michigan College Apr 3, 2022 Berkenpas pitched six shutout innings, Chargo hit a grand slam for his third homer of the season.
Here to Help: Amanda Glaza is uniquely positioned to help student-athletes be successful in their sport and in the classroom Mar 31, 2022 Amanda Glaza enjoys wearing a few different hats at GRCC.
GRCC Music sophomores showcasing their talent and skill in recitals Mar 31, 2022 'We’re celebrating their musical journey, and also showing our greater community the quality of our programs and our people.'
Workforce Wednesday: Andre Broussard II says GRCC helped him reach his goals - and he isn't stopping! Mar 30, 2022 'I was taught growing up to strive for more and never settle for less. I’m 33 years old now and I didn’t lose sight of my goals. That is how I will continue. Now that I have reached this goal, I will set new ones to achieve. I’m not stopping now.'
GRCC baseball team takes opener against Mid Michigan College, but falls in extra innings in second game Mar 29, 2022 All nine GRCC starters had at least one hit in the opening game, with Zacarias Salinas leading the way, going 2-for-4 with an RBI.
School News Network feature: GRCC Dental students learn new skills while helping senior citizens get care they need Mar 29, 2022 'Seniors have different dental needs and this program provides experience for management of patients. It’s really cool to see them interacting with students.'
GRCC baseball drops two close games to Mid Michigan College to open conference play Mar 28, 2022 GRCC battled back from a 5-0 deficit in the series opener, including a stretch of three home runs in the fifth and the sixth innings, but fell short.
My Story Started at GRCC: Adam Jacobs helps people gain housing through the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia Mar 28, 2022 'My time at GRCC allowed me to explore my interests in a smaller classroom environment without a heavy financial burden,'
GRCC golf team finishes eighth in Heritage Hill Collegiate tournament Mar 27, 2022 Matthew Denhartigh improved his day one score by 11 strokes to finish with 157 and tied for 16th place overall.
GRCC celebrates new partnership with West Michigan Construction Institute Mar 27, 2022 WMCI will host some GRCC electrical apprenticeship programs, work with partners to build in-demand skills.
Best in Show: GRCC earns top national communications award for highlighting students, and people who support them Mar 26, 2022 GRCC Foundation Annual Report, 'You think you know GRCC?' ad honored by National Council for Marketing and Public Relations.
GRCC’s David Selmon saluted by MCCAA for his leadership, supporting students ‘during the toughest times’ of pandemic Mar 25, 2022 'Dave rolled up his sleeves, leaned in and created a safe path forward for GRCC student-athletes to participate in athletics without pause. Dave's leadership inside and outside of GRCC was extremely beneficial.'
Learn from the Best: Radiologic Technology professor Heather Klare works from a place of honesty, care, and hope Mar 24, 2022 'Our students really know that we care. That I, and the other instructors in the program, feel that the students' success in the program is our success.'
Dylan Chargo leads GRCC baseball team to fourth win a row, topping Aquinas College junior varsity Mar 23, 2022 Dean Sommer and Kellan Smith both pitched three shutout innings in 8-1 victory
My GRCC Story: Ashley Van Bennekom uses Michigan Reconnect to gain career skills while managing family and small business Mar 23, 2022 Gov. Whitmer: 'Our goal is to build a better Michigan where every Michigander is equipped with the education and skills they need to get a good-paying job, and the Michigan Reconnect students at GRCC are on their way to high-demand, high-wage careers.'
Dress like a Raider: GRCC Athletics 'yard sale' makes team apparel available for students, fans Mar 23, 2022 'We know there are many fans who would really enjoy wearing these. Rather than keeping them in storage, we want to share them with GRCC students and fans.'
