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A modern, sustainable Rec Center opens for all GRCC students, with new fitness equipment, lounges and recreational programming.

With free tuition from the Michigan Community College Guarantee, Carson Chambers is building a debt-free future at GRCC.

Congratulations to the 2025 Excellence in Education Award recipients — Julie Lacksheide, Chad Sytsma and Marisol Blanco — for their outstanding impact!

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.

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.

Fall 2025 registration is open! GRCC offers flexible, affordable classes in Grand Rapids, Holland and Online.

GRCC students visited U of M to explore transfer opportunities and support fellow students presenting research at a prestigious summer symposium.

After becoming a father, Shemond Wallace found purpose—and career stability—through GRCC’s Metallica Scholars Welding Bootcamp.

GRCC launched a new campus apiary, advancing sustainability and bee education with help from faculty, students and the local beekeeping community.

Welding student Lee Hillman is turning creativity into career skills through GRCC’s FutureTech program and an ArtPrize internship with Meta4mat.

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 earned scholarships from Discover Manufacturing to support their education and careers in West Michigan’s growing manufacturing industry.

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.

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 found his calling behind the scenes. GRCC’s Music and Entertainment Business program gave him the tools — and confidence — to pursue it.

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.

Jarod VanNorman found GRCC’s Water to Work program—and a mentor who helped him launch a career, find purpose and give back.

Once skeptical of college, Aiden Solis found purpose, skills, and a new perspective through GRCC’s Metallica Scholars Welding Bootcamp.

GRCC student Paul Kuchnicki rekindles his childhood love for dinosaurs during a fossil dig in Utah, paving the way for a future in paleontology.

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.

Tooling Systems Group employs nearly 300 GRCC grads—and partners closely with the college to grow hands-on talent through apprenticeships and training.

GRCC and Kent ISD’s adult education partnership earned statewide honors for removing barriers and expanding access to opportunity under one roof.

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 found purpose through welding, gaining skills and confidence to build a better future for herself and her sister.