Employee News Latest news Title Department Switch to List viewCard view Title Date Department TRIO Helps First-Generation Students Build Confidence and Find Opportunity Jun 1, 2026 TRIO Programs GRCC Alumnus Samuel Wright Says “Bet On Yourself!” May 28, 2026 The Michigan Reconnect Program, Social Sciences, School of Liberal Arts 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 2025 Excellence in Education Award Recipients Aug 21, 2025 Congratulations to the 2025 Excellence in Education Award recipients — Julie Lacksheide, Chad Sytsma and Marisol Blanco — for their outstanding impact! GRCC Launches Applied AI Degree, Capstone Course With Support From Local Businesses and the U.S. National Science Foundation Aug 18, 2025 GRCC launches new A.A.A.S. degree and capstone course in AI, giving students hands-on experience solving real-world problems with local businesses. GRCC Grad Finds Her Path From Grand Rapids to Denali and Beyond Aug 14, 2025 Yasmina Zimmer turned her passion for science into real-world impact, from GRCC to Denali National Park and a teaching role at U-M’s Earth Outreach Camp. Register for Fall 2025 Classes at GRCC — Your Pathway to an Affordable, Achievable College Education Aug 12, 2025 Fall 2025 registration is open! GRCC offers flexible, affordable classes in Grand Rapids, Holland and Online. GRCC Students Visit University of Michigan for Summer Research Symposium and Transfer Exploration Aug 7, 2025 GRCC students visited U of M to explore transfer opportunities and support fellow students presenting research at a prestigious summer symposium. Metallica Scholars Welding Bootcamp Offers Stability for Shemond Wallace Aug 5, 2025 After becoming a father, Shemond Wallace found purpose—and career stability—through GRCC’s Metallica Scholars Welding Bootcamp. Bee-ing Part of the Solution: GRCC Welcomes Honeybees in New Campus Apiary Jul 31, 2025 GRCC launched a new campus apiary, advancing sustainability and bee education with help from faculty, students and the local beekeeping community. GRCC Welding Student Builds Path Through FutureTech Internship Jul 28, 2025 Welding student Lee Hillman is turning creativity into career skills through GRCC’s FutureTech program and an ArtPrize internship with Meta4mat. Inspiration is Contagious: Ryan Wheeler’s Journey Back to Manufacturing Jul 24, 2025 Inspired by a coworker’s persistence, Ryan Wheeler returned to college at GRCC to pursue a manufacturing degree and reignite his career goals. Three GRCC Students Awarded Discover Manufacturing Scholarships Jul 22, 2025 Three GRCC students earned scholarships from Discover Manufacturing to support their education and careers in West Michigan’s growing manufacturing industry. GRCC Grad Dallas Hansen Returns with a New Focus: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Jul 17, 2025 GRCC grad Dallas Hansen returned to explore AI and computer science — now he’s interning in the field and setting his sights on solving real-world problems. GRCC Alumnus Garret Fox Wins Silver at 2025 World Beer Cup Jul 15, 2025 At just 21, GRCC alumnus Garret Fox earned global recognition, winning silver at the 2025 World Beer Cup for his historically inspired brew. James Duiven: A Love for Music Led the Way to GRCC’s Music and Entertainment Business Program Jul 10, 2025 James Duiven found his calling behind the scenes. GRCC’s Music and Entertainment Business program gave him the tools — and confidence — to pursue it. Building More Than a Resume: A GRCC Student’s Journey to a Career in Tech Jul 8, 2025 Armando Melendez dropped out of college, but returned with a new purpose—proving it’s never too late to find your path and build a meaningful career. A Fresh Start with Water to Work: Jarod’s Path to Purpose Jul 2, 2025 Jarod VanNorman found GRCC’s Water to Work program—and a mentor who helped him launch a career, find purpose and give back. Metallica Scholars Graduate Aiden Solis Gains a New Perspective on College Jul 1, 2025 Once skeptical of college, Aiden Solis found purpose, skills, and a new perspective through GRCC’s Metallica Scholars Welding Bootcamp. GRCC Student Answers the Call for Fossil Preservation Jun 26, 2025 GRCC student Paul Kuchnicki rekindles his childhood love for dinosaurs during a fossil dig in Utah, paving the way for a future in paleontology. Jake Nichols Turns Manufacturing Experience into Teaching Career Jun 24, 2025 GRCC adjunct Jake Nichols went from factory floor to faculty, using his hands-on experience to inspire students in the same program that shaped his path. Partnering with Industry: GRCC and Tooling Systems Group (TSG) Jun 19, 2025 Tooling Systems Group employs nearly 300 GRCC grads—and partners closely with the college to grow hands-on talent through apprenticeships and training. Kent ISD and GRCC Adult Education Program Honored with State Award for Innovative Partnership Jun 17, 2025 GRCC and Kent ISD’s adult education partnership earned statewide honors for removing barriers and expanding access to opportunity under one roof. GRCC and the City of Grand Rapids Create a Pipeline to Purpose Jun 12, 2025 GRCC’s Water to Work program connects students to paid internships and in-demand careers in the water industry — with tuition covered by an EPA grant. Metallica Scholar Juané Lancaster Sets an Example for the Next Generation Jun 10, 2025 Metallica Scholar Juané Lancaster found purpose through welding, gaining skills and confidence to build a better future for herself and her sister. GRCC Celebrates and Supports Pride Month at Local Festivals Jun 5, 2025 GRCC celebrates Pride Month by attending local festivals, supporting LGBTQ+ students and promoting inclusion on campus and in our community. Chemistry Students Blaze Trail in First-Ever GVSU Research Partnership Jun 3, 2025 GRCC chemistry students join GVSU in a groundbreaking research program, gaining paid lab experience, mentorship and career-shaping opportunities. Load More
2025 Excellence in Education Award Recipients Aug 21, 2025 Congratulations to the 2025 Excellence in Education Award recipients — Julie Lacksheide, Chad Sytsma and Marisol Blanco — for their outstanding impact!
GRCC Launches Applied AI Degree, Capstone Course With Support From Local Businesses and the U.S. National Science Foundation Aug 18, 2025 GRCC launches new A.A.A.S. degree and capstone course in AI, giving students hands-on experience solving real-world problems with local businesses.
GRCC Grad Finds Her Path From Grand Rapids to Denali and Beyond Aug 14, 2025 Yasmina Zimmer turned her passion for science into real-world impact, from GRCC to Denali National Park and a teaching role at U-M’s Earth Outreach Camp.
Register for Fall 2025 Classes at GRCC — Your Pathway to an Affordable, Achievable College Education Aug 12, 2025 Fall 2025 registration is open! GRCC offers flexible, affordable classes in Grand Rapids, Holland and Online.
GRCC Students Visit University of Michigan for Summer Research Symposium and Transfer Exploration Aug 7, 2025 GRCC students visited U of M to explore transfer opportunities and support fellow students presenting research at a prestigious summer symposium.
Metallica Scholars Welding Bootcamp Offers Stability for Shemond Wallace Aug 5, 2025 After becoming a father, Shemond Wallace found purpose—and career stability—through GRCC’s Metallica Scholars Welding Bootcamp.
Bee-ing Part of the Solution: GRCC Welcomes Honeybees in New Campus Apiary Jul 31, 2025 GRCC launched a new campus apiary, advancing sustainability and bee education with help from faculty, students and the local beekeeping community.
GRCC Welding Student Builds Path Through FutureTech Internship Jul 28, 2025 Welding student Lee Hillman is turning creativity into career skills through GRCC’s FutureTech program and an ArtPrize internship with Meta4mat.
Inspiration is Contagious: Ryan Wheeler’s Journey Back to Manufacturing Jul 24, 2025 Inspired by a coworker’s persistence, Ryan Wheeler returned to college at GRCC to pursue a manufacturing degree and reignite his career goals.
Three GRCC Students Awarded Discover Manufacturing Scholarships Jul 22, 2025 Three GRCC students earned scholarships from Discover Manufacturing to support their education and careers in West Michigan’s growing manufacturing industry.
GRCC Grad Dallas Hansen Returns with a New Focus: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Jul 17, 2025 GRCC grad Dallas Hansen returned to explore AI and computer science — now he’s interning in the field and setting his sights on solving real-world problems.
GRCC Alumnus Garret Fox Wins Silver at 2025 World Beer Cup Jul 15, 2025 At just 21, GRCC alumnus Garret Fox earned global recognition, winning silver at the 2025 World Beer Cup for his historically inspired brew.
James Duiven: A Love for Music Led the Way to GRCC’s Music and Entertainment Business Program Jul 10, 2025 James Duiven found his calling behind the scenes. GRCC’s Music and Entertainment Business program gave him the tools — and confidence — to pursue it.
Building More Than a Resume: A GRCC Student’s Journey to a Career in Tech Jul 8, 2025 Armando Melendez dropped out of college, but returned with a new purpose—proving it’s never too late to find your path and build a meaningful career.
A Fresh Start with Water to Work: Jarod’s Path to Purpose Jul 2, 2025 Jarod VanNorman found GRCC’s Water to Work program—and a mentor who helped him launch a career, find purpose and give back.
Metallica Scholars Graduate Aiden Solis Gains a New Perspective on College Jul 1, 2025 Once skeptical of college, Aiden Solis found purpose, skills, and a new perspective through GRCC’s Metallica Scholars Welding Bootcamp.
GRCC Student Answers the Call for Fossil Preservation Jun 26, 2025 GRCC student Paul Kuchnicki rekindles his childhood love for dinosaurs during a fossil dig in Utah, paving the way for a future in paleontology.
Jake Nichols Turns Manufacturing Experience into Teaching Career Jun 24, 2025 GRCC adjunct Jake Nichols went from factory floor to faculty, using his hands-on experience to inspire students in the same program that shaped his path.
Partnering with Industry: GRCC and Tooling Systems Group (TSG) Jun 19, 2025 Tooling Systems Group employs nearly 300 GRCC grads—and partners closely with the college to grow hands-on talent through apprenticeships and training.
Kent ISD and GRCC Adult Education Program Honored with State Award for Innovative Partnership Jun 17, 2025 GRCC and Kent ISD’s adult education partnership earned statewide honors for removing barriers and expanding access to opportunity under one roof.
GRCC and the City of Grand Rapids Create a Pipeline to Purpose Jun 12, 2025 GRCC’s Water to Work program connects students to paid internships and in-demand careers in the water industry — with tuition covered by an EPA grant.
Metallica Scholar Juané Lancaster Sets an Example for the Next Generation Jun 10, 2025 Metallica Scholar Juané Lancaster found purpose through welding, gaining skills and confidence to build a better future for herself and her sister.
GRCC Celebrates and Supports Pride Month at Local Festivals Jun 5, 2025 GRCC celebrates Pride Month by attending local festivals, supporting LGBTQ+ students and promoting inclusion on campus and in our community.
Chemistry Students Blaze Trail in First-Ever GVSU Research Partnership Jun 3, 2025 GRCC chemistry students join GVSU in a groundbreaking research program, gaining paid lab experience, mentorship and career-shaping opportunities.
