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Title	Date	Department
GRCC Celebrates Pride Month at Community Festivals	Jun 4, 2026	Admissions and Student Services
First-Generation Nursing Alumna Says Thank You	Jun 4, 2026
The Heart of GRCC Shines Through for Alumna Lexi Parden	Jun 3, 2026	Imaging Sciences, School of Health Sciences
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

Shonyah Hawkins led the Raiders with 16 points.

Women's basketball team earns third-straight win, men are dominated by Mott

Mar 4, 2021

Shonyah Hawkins led the Raiders with 16 points.

Students in a GRCC physical science classroom.

Growing number of university students saving money, earning transfer credits, and spending summer at GRCC

Mar 4, 2021

Summer guest students attending GRCC increased 82% between 2013 and 2020. Last year, 1,574 students from other colleges and universities took GRCC summer courses – 25% of all students enrolled during the semester.

Volleyball players leaping to block a shot.

Back on track: Volleyball team tops Glen Oaks for second win in a row

Mar 3, 2021

After beginning the season 0-2, the Raiders are now 2-2 and sit in a second-place tie.

Workforce Wednesday: CNA program helps Liz Jeknavorian go from entry-level to clinical care coordinator

Mar 2, 2021

'Helping people is truly who I am and what I want to be doing. GRCC has helped me beyond measure.'

Students sitting in a Language and Thought class.

Deadline approaching for GRCC Foundation scholarships, support to put higher education within reach and change lives

Mar 2, 2021

The GRCC Foundation has more than 400 scholarship opportunities and last year distributed more than $1.1 million.

My Story Started at GRCC: Sheriff Michelle LaJoye-Young had an advanced degree, but GRCC Police Academy allowed her to reach her potential

Feb 28, 2021

'GRCC, along with a lot of very hard work, allowed me to have the qualifications to meet my aspirations and serve my community to my fullest capabilities.'

Shonyah Hawkins on defense in a game Friday.

GRCC basketball teams build on solid start with victories over Mid-Michigan College

Feb 27, 2021

Both the men's and women's teams improve to 2-1 records with Friday wins against the Lakers.

Workforce Wednesday: Jerrittia Roseburgh's tenacity leads to machining apprenticeship, solid career

Feb 23, 2021

Apprenticeships help students gain on-the-job training while working toward a degree or certificate

Students listening to the professor in a math class.

GRCC boosting ways to help students complete federal financial aid applications, gain access to grants, free-tuition programs

Feb 23, 2021

The number of FAFSA forms submitted to GRCC for the 2021-2022 academic year is up by nearly 2,000 applications, about 44%.

My Story Started at GRCC: Public servant Bill Hardiman returned to GRCC with determination

Feb 21, 2021

Hardiman served as Kentwood mayor, state senator.

Dr. Patricia Oldt remembered as an advocate for equity and social justice in education

Feb 21, 2021

Former GRCC assistant dean inspired, mentored women to become leaders

Dr. Rodney Larson, assistant dean of Academics and Practice at the Ferris College of Pharmacy, administered one of the tests at GRCC's Gerald R. Ford Fieldhouse this week.

GRCC, Ferris State University partnering to keep basketball players safer through weekly COVID-19 testing

Feb 19, 2021

GRCC is exceeding safety protocols required by NJCAA, MCCAA for student-athletes competing in contact sports

Portrait of Matthew Bronkema wearing a welder's mask.

Workforce Wednesday: Metallica Scholar Matthew Bronkema gaining in-demand welding skills

Feb 17, 2021

After being laid off because of the pandemic, Bronkema sought a sustainable career that would allow him to advance.

Portrait of Terry Rostic in the Black Calder Brewery.

My Story Started at GRCC: Trailblazing Black Calder Brewing co-founder Terry Rostic says GRCC gave him confidence

Feb 14, 2021

'GRCC gave me a chance when no one else would. I was able to learn from great professionals and professors. GRCC gave me the confidence to continue my education.'

GRCC student wearing a face covering in a math class.

Late-starting winter semester classes offer opportunities to start on a degree, stay on track for graduation

Feb 12, 2021

Classes start March 8, openings available in a variety of subjects.

Screen capture of President Pink testifying remotely before state Senate committee.

GRCC President Pink tells state Senators the pandemic magnified obstacles, but sparked innovation and collaboration

Feb 11, 2021

GRCC worked with partners to provide technology, food and other assistance.

Perfect again – GRCC Nursing students earn 100% pass rate on licensing exams in consecutive years

Feb 10, 2021

Students thrived amid a pandemic that required ongoing shifts in instruction, hands-on experiences.

My Story Started at GRCC: Dr. John Selmon found success as student and athlete, then devoted his career to helping others

Feb 8, 2021

Hall of fame wrestler devotes his career to higher education, serving community

GRCC President Pink tapped by Gov. Whitmer for council helping schools emerge from pandemic

Feb 4, 2021

Student Advisory Recovery Council will consider tools and resources needed for recovery

Isaac Bajema, a Grandville High School senior, checks oil while instructor Chris Yetzke looks on.

GRCC, Kent ISD auto tech partnership prepares students for career in field with 'unlimited opportunities for growth and pay'

Feb 4, 2021

A School News Network Feature – Collin Wooten likes fixing cars, completing maintenance services and…

GRCC student working in a manufacturing pneumatics class

GRCC, West Michigan Works! earn $9.8 million federal grant focused on helping underserved populations gain manufacturing skills

Feb 3, 2021

A coalition of employers, workforce development organizations, educators and community groups to help underserved populations gain in-demand manufacturing skills.

Student working with a professor in a GRCC CIS class.

New Michigan Reconnect scholarship removes cost as a barrier to a GRCC education for students 25 and older

Feb 2, 2021

The Michigan Reconnect scholarship removes cost as a barrier to a Grand Rapids Community College education,…

My Story Started at GRCC: Retired Col. Scott Haraburda is a decorated Army veteran, engineer, inventor - and more

Jan 31, 2021

Start at GRCC and go anywhere! Every former student has a story to tell about how GRCC – or Grand Rapids…

Alumnus Sekou Smith remembered as an outstanding journalist, even better person

Jan 29, 2021

Sekou Smith was known as an outstanding journalist, covering the NBA for 20 years.