Employee News Latest news All News Title Department Switch to List viewCard view Title Date Department GRCC to Celebrate Class of 2026 at Commencement Ceremony on April 30 Apr 10, 2026 Provost, Center for Student Life and Leadership, GRCC Foundation GRCC’s Kent Philharmonic Orchestra to Make Its Gilmore Festival Debut Apr 8, 2026 Music Making Math Accessible, One Problem at a Time Apr 6, 2026 Mathematics, School of STEM GRCC Players’ CONTINUITY Is a Call to Action on Climate Change Apr 2, 2026 Theater, School of Liberal Arts Quality Training That’s Relevant on Day One Mar 31, 2026 Manufacturing, School of Business and Industry GRCC’s Latino Student Union Finds Inspiration and Hope at National Conference Mar 27, 2026 Center for Student Life and Leadership GRCC Awarded $251,942 MiLEAP Grant To Expand Student Mental Health Support Mar 25, 2026 Center for Counseling and Well-Being, Dean of Students Office Explore the Roots of Local Activism With GRCC’s Campus Common Reading Mar 23, 2026 Library & Learning Commons GRCC Gender Studies Students Celebrate Pauli Murray’s Legacy Through Zines and Events Mar 19, 2026 Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts Redesigning the Community College Experience Through Expanded Learning Opportunities Mar 17, 2026 Center for High-Impact Experiences My GRCC Story: Ruben Watson credits TRIO program for providing the support he needed to succeed Jul 10, 2023 “GRCC is a launchpad into the ‘real world’ and a supportive place where focused students can succeed!” Here to Help: Rose Sickrey helps students navigate an affordable college education Jul 7, 2023 “There are so many resources available at GRCC, whether it be for mental health, finances, research opportunities, or extracurricular activities,” Sickrey said. Limited space available in summer camps hosted by GRCC, City of Grand Rapids exploring municipal water careers Jul 7, 2023 The camp is an exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience showing each step of the water and wastewater treatment processes and the available careers in an extremely rewarding industry.' GRCC students can get their questions answered, complete enrollment at the college’s first Advising Day Jul 6, 2023 'We’ll help you review your career and college plan and then assist you in choosing the classes you need. We are here to support you.' Workforce Wednesday: Metallica Scholars Bootcamp rekindles Zach Adsit's love of welding Jul 5, 2023 'The projects and tasks assigned to us ensure that every day brings something new and intriguing.' My GRCC Story: Matthew Wilkinson overcame homelessness and alcoholism, found a 'sense of direction and purpose' at GRCC Jul 3, 2023 'Being back in school gave me a sense of direction and purpose in life.' Here to Help: First-generation college grad Jaqueline Araiza helps students navigate admissions process Jun 30, 2023 'I am so happy to have found GRCC, as it has opened endless opportunities for me.' My GRCC Story: Phalesha Kyes worked to be successful, and now empowers other BIPOC, female businesses Jun 29, 2023 'I was able to attend GRCC for free. And so, I did. It was one of the best choices I ever made.' GRCC partners with energy industry to create one-year certificate program to provide new career opportunities for students in a vital field Jun 28, 2023 The partnership between GRCC and the six employer partners addresses a significant workforce gap in West Michigan. Chopped: GRCC culinary professor Jenn Struik battles to the final round of popular Food Network competition Jun 27, 2023 'Feeling proud of the journey in my career so far. And having these opportunities and such wonderful experiences.' Better decisions through data: GRCC launching new Data Science Certificate program to help students gain skills for an evolving field Jun 23, 2023 'The challenge we face today is understanding and interpreting data to make better decisions.' Here to Help: Phoenix Noelle returned to GRCC to help students learn and thrive Jun 23, 2023 'Everywhere I go, when folks learn I am from GRCC, we get to talk about their hopes, dreams, and plans.' Embracing a nontraditional path: Mother and daughter explore careers in welding through GRCC's Metallica Scholars Bootcamp Jun 22, 2023 'We are committed to lifelong learning because we firmly believe that if you're not learning, you're not truly living.' My Story Started at GRCC: Jenn Struik battles stress, other chefs in Food Network's 'Chopped' on June 27 Jun 19, 2023 'Feeling proud of the journey in my career so far. And having these opportunities and such wonderful experiences.' GRCC mourns the loss of philanthropist David Frey, who supported GRCC students for nearly 50 years Jun 16, 2023 'David Frey and the Frey Foundation have touched the lives of GRCC students for decades, making a life-changing college education more accessible for them.' Learn From the Best: Tom Mulder teaches writing classes while publishing his own stories Jun 16, 2023 “The camaraderie of colleagues and the openness and determination of students are what I most enjoy about teaching for GRCC,” Mulder said. Alumna Jacqueline Lopez-Bravo earns top University of Michigan award, helps GRCC students navigate transfer process Jun 16, 2023 'I think because of my time at GRCC, I have a soft spot for community college students and want to do whatever I can to make their transition to university life a little easier.' GRCC's Secchia Piazza and iconic SkyCone saluted by leading construction publication for adding 'pizzazz' to Grand Rapids skyline Jun 15, 2023 CAM Magazine is the publication of the Construction Association of Michigan, the oldest and largest construction in North America. John Bos Baseball and Softball All-Star Games set for June 20, raising money to support GRCC student-athletes Jun 15, 2023 'The games showcase some of the best players in the region, but also support students by raising money for scholarships.' GRCC focuses on being a welcoming and inclusive campus, will be participating in area Pride festivals Jun 14, 2023 'Pride Month is a time for us to share our support for our LGBTQ+ students and community members, and to recognize our mission to serve everyone and reflect on the value of diversity and inclusiveness.' GRCC celebrates career and legacy of President Emeritus Juan R. Olivarez with plaza, mural dedication Jun 13, 2023 'It’s about having a Latino name on a landmark to inspire other students of color to reach high in their endeavors and to be proud of who they are.' GRCC baseball ace Jerad Berkenpas earns NJCAA All-American honors for second time Jun 13, 2023 Berkenepas' earned run average was second best of all NJCAA Division II players. Here to Help: Elaine Yeiter creates a space for students to succeed Jun 9, 2023 “The precepting and orienting of new nurses made me realize that I really enjoy educating nurses at all levels,” Yeiter said. “I feel that nurse education is where my passion truly lies.” GRCC's Water to Work internship program helps students gain hands-on skills for rewarding careers Jun 8, 2023 The internship program developed in partnership with GRCC, Bay College and the City of Grand Rapids. Load More
My GRCC Story: Ruben Watson credits TRIO program for providing the support he needed to succeed Jul 10, 2023 “GRCC is a launchpad into the ‘real world’ and a supportive place where focused students can succeed!”
Here to Help: Rose Sickrey helps students navigate an affordable college education Jul 7, 2023 “There are so many resources available at GRCC, whether it be for mental health, finances, research opportunities, or extracurricular activities,” Sickrey said.
Limited space available in summer camps hosted by GRCC, City of Grand Rapids exploring municipal water careers Jul 7, 2023 The camp is an exclusive, behind-the-scenes experience showing each step of the water and wastewater treatment processes and the available careers in an extremely rewarding industry.'
GRCC students can get their questions answered, complete enrollment at the college’s first Advising Day Jul 6, 2023 'We’ll help you review your career and college plan and then assist you in choosing the classes you need. We are here to support you.'
Workforce Wednesday: Metallica Scholars Bootcamp rekindles Zach Adsit's love of welding Jul 5, 2023 'The projects and tasks assigned to us ensure that every day brings something new and intriguing.'
My GRCC Story: Matthew Wilkinson overcame homelessness and alcoholism, found a 'sense of direction and purpose' at GRCC Jul 3, 2023 'Being back in school gave me a sense of direction and purpose in life.'
Here to Help: First-generation college grad Jaqueline Araiza helps students navigate admissions process Jun 30, 2023 'I am so happy to have found GRCC, as it has opened endless opportunities for me.'
My GRCC Story: Phalesha Kyes worked to be successful, and now empowers other BIPOC, female businesses Jun 29, 2023 'I was able to attend GRCC for free. And so, I did. It was one of the best choices I ever made.'
GRCC partners with energy industry to create one-year certificate program to provide new career opportunities for students in a vital field Jun 28, 2023 The partnership between GRCC and the six employer partners addresses a significant workforce gap in West Michigan.
Chopped: GRCC culinary professor Jenn Struik battles to the final round of popular Food Network competition Jun 27, 2023 'Feeling proud of the journey in my career so far. And having these opportunities and such wonderful experiences.'
Better decisions through data: GRCC launching new Data Science Certificate program to help students gain skills for an evolving field Jun 23, 2023 'The challenge we face today is understanding and interpreting data to make better decisions.'
Here to Help: Phoenix Noelle returned to GRCC to help students learn and thrive Jun 23, 2023 'Everywhere I go, when folks learn I am from GRCC, we get to talk about their hopes, dreams, and plans.'
Embracing a nontraditional path: Mother and daughter explore careers in welding through GRCC's Metallica Scholars Bootcamp Jun 22, 2023 'We are committed to lifelong learning because we firmly believe that if you're not learning, you're not truly living.'
My Story Started at GRCC: Jenn Struik battles stress, other chefs in Food Network's 'Chopped' on June 27 Jun 19, 2023 'Feeling proud of the journey in my career so far. And having these opportunities and such wonderful experiences.'
GRCC mourns the loss of philanthropist David Frey, who supported GRCC students for nearly 50 years Jun 16, 2023 'David Frey and the Frey Foundation have touched the lives of GRCC students for decades, making a life-changing college education more accessible for them.'
Learn From the Best: Tom Mulder teaches writing classes while publishing his own stories Jun 16, 2023 “The camaraderie of colleagues and the openness and determination of students are what I most enjoy about teaching for GRCC,” Mulder said.
Alumna Jacqueline Lopez-Bravo earns top University of Michigan award, helps GRCC students navigate transfer process Jun 16, 2023 'I think because of my time at GRCC, I have a soft spot for community college students and want to do whatever I can to make their transition to university life a little easier.'
GRCC's Secchia Piazza and iconic SkyCone saluted by leading construction publication for adding 'pizzazz' to Grand Rapids skyline Jun 15, 2023 CAM Magazine is the publication of the Construction Association of Michigan, the oldest and largest construction in North America.
John Bos Baseball and Softball All-Star Games set for June 20, raising money to support GRCC student-athletes Jun 15, 2023 'The games showcase some of the best players in the region, but also support students by raising money for scholarships.'
GRCC focuses on being a welcoming and inclusive campus, will be participating in area Pride festivals Jun 14, 2023 'Pride Month is a time for us to share our support for our LGBTQ+ students and community members, and to recognize our mission to serve everyone and reflect on the value of diversity and inclusiveness.'
GRCC celebrates career and legacy of President Emeritus Juan R. Olivarez with plaza, mural dedication Jun 13, 2023 'It’s about having a Latino name on a landmark to inspire other students of color to reach high in their endeavors and to be proud of who they are.'
GRCC baseball ace Jerad Berkenpas earns NJCAA All-American honors for second time Jun 13, 2023 Berkenepas' earned run average was second best of all NJCAA Division II players.
Here to Help: Elaine Yeiter creates a space for students to succeed Jun 9, 2023 “The precepting and orienting of new nurses made me realize that I really enjoy educating nurses at all levels,” Yeiter said. “I feel that nurse education is where my passion truly lies.”
GRCC's Water to Work internship program helps students gain hands-on skills for rewarding careers Jun 8, 2023 The internship program developed in partnership with GRCC, Bay College and the City of Grand Rapids.
