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Jose Mora

Jose Mora began at GRCC as a first generation college student, where his experience was enriched by the help he received throughout his time here. Now, as GRCC's new student orientation coordinator, he welcomes hundreds of new students every year -- easing their stress, and helping them feel less overwhelmed. Jose has worked in several departments at GRCC over his 15 year career. He began as a student employee in the Enrollment Center while working towards his Associate of Arts, which he earned in 2006. He then stepped into an enrollment center specialist position. After a short break from being a student himself, Jose decided to transfer his credits to GVSU to work towards a Bachelor's degree in psychology. He then took a position in software administration support at GRCC. Jose earned his Bachelor's of Psychology in 2010, and transitioned to a position supporting the GRCC Instructional Support department before returning to the enrollment center to run New Student Orientation. There, he focuses on his passion for helping students navigate their first steps into college. A smooth transition from high school to college life had a big impact on Jose, and now he is ready with a team of student ambassadors to take the uncertainty out of starting college for today's new GRCC students.  

Important information regarding Canvas migration

Course content from Blackboard will soon start to be available in Canvas. Below is information on selecting template, portfolio, and organization content to transfer to Canvas and a schedule of when semester-based course content will be available. Selecting non-term content for transfer Non-term Blackboard shells, including course templates, portfolios, and Organizations, will be transferred to Canvas by request. Faculty and staff who are instructors or leaders in these Blackboard shells may designate their shells for transfer with this process: Sign into the Online Center and navigate to Employee Self Service. Select the Employee Forms tile, then choose Blackboard Course Migration from the left navigation menu. You will find a list of course templates, portfolios, and organizations where you are designated as an instructor or leader. For each course or organization you wish to transfer, toggle the Migrate? button. Once you have made your selections, click the Submit button. Please complete your selections by 11/5/2024. Please be aware that the migration of non-term content will occur only once; changes to the content of these shells in Blackboard made after 11/5/2024 will not be reflected in Canvas. Your selected non-term shells will be available in Canvas by the end of November. If you do not see the course(s) or organization(s) you selected for migration after November 30th, please contact IT Customer Support at itsupport@grcc.edu for assistance. Summer 2024 and Workforce/Job Training 2023-24 Content Summer 2024 course content and 2023-2024 workforce training and job training course content will be available in Canvas by the end of October 2024. No action is required on your part for this content to move to Canvas. Full Migration Schedule Summer 2024 credit courses - Migrated to Canvas by end of October 2024 Workforce Training and Job Training 2023/2024 courses -  Migrated to Canvas by end of October 2024 Non-term based course templates, portfolios, and organizations - Migrated to Canvas by end of November 2024 Fall 2024 credit courses - Migrated to Canvas by end of January 2025 Workforce Training and Job Training 2024/2025 courses -  Migrated to Canvas by end of April 2025 Winter 2025 credit courses - Migrated to Canvas by end of May 2025 Summer 2025 credit courses - Migrated to Canvas by end of August 2025 Additional Notes and Support Course shells that transfer from Blackboard to Canvas will be designated with the prefix “BBM".  We will continue to keep you informed as each migration takes place. For tips and resources to assist you before and after the migration process, visit grcc.edu/Canvas. For support with migrated courses in Canvas, contact tlde@grcc.edu or make an appointment with one of our faculty Peer Support Liaisons.  

Healthy Minds study Oct. 29 to Nov. 22

    We are excited to announce that Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC), in conjunction with the University of Michigan, is launching the  Healthy Minds Study on campus starting October 28! We hope to use data from this study to understand the state of our students’ well-being by circulating a survey enquiring about their mental health status, needs, and other related information. If you have any questions for the study team, you can reach out to hms- coordination@umich.edu. All students at GRCC will be invited to participate and earn $10, and students will receive their links to the survey in their inbox starting Monday, October 28. Please encourage students to not mark it as spam! Their participation ensures that a variety of student perspectives and experiences are represented.  The survey will be open from Monday, October 28 to Friday, November 22, sent from Dr. Sheila Jones,   at GRCC-healthyminds@umich.edu. We would like to hear from as many students as we can, and would appreciate you sharing information with your students about this study in class or via email. Thank you for your cooperation and support as we work to better understand our students and their needs. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Melissa Ware, Program Director-Center for Counseling and Well-Being, atmelissaware@grcc.edu. 

Tech tips: Password expiration reminder

Did you know the MyGRCC password expires every year? If you are experiencing issues signing into any of the GRCC systems such as (but not limited to) VMWare, PeopleSoft, Campus WiFi or staff email, your password may be expired.  It is best to make a habit of resetting your password every semester. Your MyGRCC password must be at least 10 characters long, have a capital letter, and include at least one number.  To reset your password follow the steps found at Password Reset in our Knowledge Base. For more information and helpful tips, please visit the IT Support Portal or contact the IT Support Desk at x4357.  

Kent Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates 50 years of musical excellence

  Oct. 21, 2024   The Kent Philharmonic Orchestra is thrilled to announce a landmark celebration marking its 50th anniversary. This momentous occasion will culminate in a spectacular Golden Jubilee concert on December 6 in the Royce Auditorium at St. Cecilia Music Center, showcasing the rich history and vibrant future of this cherished community institution. Since its inception, the Kent Philharmonic Orchestra has been dedicated to enriching the cultural landscape of our community through exceptional performances, educational initiatives, and outreach programs. Over the past five decades, the orchestra has brought together talented musicians from diverse backgrounds, fostering a love for music in audiences of all ages. Director of the Kent Philharmonic Orchestra and GRCC faculty member Dr. Libor Ondras grew up surrounded by music in Czechoslovakia. Having studied in Moscow and Prague, Dr. Ondras has always been passionate about learning and focuses his courses on creating a culture of inclusion for all students. "We are incredibly proud to celebrate 50 years of music and community," said Dr. Ondras. "This milestone is a testament to the dedication of our musicians, staff and supporters who have made the Kent Philharmonic Orchestra a vital part of our community. We look forward to celebrating our past while embracing the future of orchestral music in Grand Rapids." Aleta Wells has been Principal Second Violin since the beginning of the Kent Philharmonic. It was her idea to start a community orchestra while attending  what was then Grand Rapids Junior College. She pitched the idea to Douglas Scripps, the music director at GRJC at the time and the idea came to life.  A GRJC alum, Wells went on to study music and art history at the University of Michigan. She currently plays in the first violin section of the orchestra. “My career led me in a different direction as an executive in the business world, “remarked Wells. “However I still wanted the opportunity to play my violin with others who love music. I am extremely thankful the KPO has provided that opportunity for the last 50 years!” The orchestra kicks off their 50th season with a performance of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony along with The Composer is Dead by Lemony Snicket and Nathanial Stookey on Oct. 25th. The Golden Jubilee Concert will be Dec. 6 and will feature the Golden Jubilee Overture World Premiere along with a performance of Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 5 and Christus, op. 97. All are invited to join in this celebration of music, collaboration and creativity. Tickets for all concerts are available on the website at  kentphilgr.org . About the Kent Philharmonic Orchestra The Kent Philharmonic Orchestra is a non-profit organization committed to fostering a passion for music through high-quality performances and community engagement. With a diverse repertoire ranging from classical masterpieces to contemporary works, the orchestra aims to inspire and educate audiences of all backgrounds.

Retirement celebration for Mary Jo Chisolm on Dec. 3

Lets celebrate! Tuesday, December 3 2 -4:30 p.m. Secchia Piazza in the ATC building Mary Jo has been an invaluable member of the IT Division, contributing significantly to our campus community with her dedication and leadership for more than 37 years.  Her efforts and guidance with PeopleSoft and other administrative technologies have helped lead the college through digital transformation for more than three decades, and we are deeply grateful for her commitment and the positive impact she has made during her tenure. As we move through this change, a search to fill her position is currently underway, and I have been working closely with Mary Jo and her team to ensure a smooth transition. We are committed to maintaining the high standards of support and service that Mary Jo is known for, and will be working diligently to guarantee continuity in our Administrative Enterprise Applications operations. Please join me in extending our heartfelt thanks to Mary Jo for her exceptional service and wishing her all the best in her retirement.  Should you have any questions or need assistance during this transition, please do not hesitate to reach out to ITHelp@grcc.edu.
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