Human Resources is excited to announce that Stacia Barczak is our new payroll manager. Barczak has been the payroll specialist for several years and brings a wealth of knowledge with her. She can be reached at extension 4018.  

Welcome to  Together@GRCC,  the biweekly podcast created for GRCC staff. Hosted by Ryan Nausieda, each episode features interviews with staff, students and community members, highlighting the people and projects that make our campus thrive. In this episode of Together@GRCC, the host interviews Julie Lackscheide, director for the Radiologic Technology program. She shares her journey into the field of radiologic technology, the impact of GRCC’s RT program, the skills students need to succeed and how the program prepares graduates for careers in health care. Lackscheide also discusses the admissions process, the program’s competitive nature and how GRCC stays ahead of industry changes.   Don’t miss this insightful conversation! Be sure to subscribe and share it with colleagues who want to stay connected to the GRCC community. Availbable at YouTube , Spotify and Apple .

The time has come to recognize and honor the outstanding contributions of our exceptional faculty and staff at GRCC. Be someone who makes your fellow colleague feel valued and appreciated. Commit to a simple gesture that has a lasting impact. Recognition of a job well done influences employee well-being and elevates the contributions we each have on the success of the institution. The Excellence in Education award gives GRCC an opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate greatness. Excellence at GRCC exists in every department, every positive interaction, every service rendered, and in every heart of every employee who lives out the purpose and integrity of GRCC.  Nominations are now open through May 9, 2025! Please visit the  Excellence in Education Award Nomination Form website for details and to submit a nomination. Help us recognize those who make a difference every day!  For questions or more information, please contact: Faculty or Adjunct:   provost@grcc.edu Staff:  arikadavis1@grcc.edu  

Chief Whitman and Provost Jones will be hosting a Classroom Safety Q&A session for faculty on Thursday, March 13 from 1-2 p.m. in SCC 234, Multipurpose room.  This will be an informal session with no planned agenda and all are welcome to attend as their schedules allow.

As we move into the spring season, we want to remind everyone of the procedures in place for weather conditions that often come with this time of year. Please review the following guidelines to stay safe and informed! Severe weather alerts To keep our campus community informed in the event of severe weather, all students and employees will receive emergency weather announcements via the RAVE Alert system. Alerts will be sent through: Classroom and office phone speakers Email Text messages Automated phone calls Important:  Active GRCC students, staff and faculty members are automatically enrolled in the RAVE Alert system each semester. However, community members, parents and others are welcome to subscribe to receive notifications by visiting  https://www.getrave.com/login/grcc . Note:  To ensure you receive text messages from the RAVE Alert system, please check your phone settings in the Online Center. Make sure your cell phone is listed as a cell/mobile phone rather than a home/main phone as only phones listed as mobile will receive text alerts. Tornado warnings  In the event of a tornado warning, your safety is our top priority. Upon receiving notification of a tornado warning: Immediately proceed to a designated shelter area. All GRCC tornado shelter locations are clearly posted and available on our Tornado Evacuation Resources page on our website. In case of a power outage, please use the stairs and avoid using elevators. Stay away from windows and glass areas until the all-clear signal is given. Tornado watches A tornado watch means that conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop. During this time: Stay alert and be prepared to take action if a warning is issued. Monitor weather updates and RAVE Alerts closely. Be ready to move quickly to a shelter area if needed. We encourage everyone to remain informed, stay safe and take necessary precautions during this season of changeable weather. Thank you for your cooperation!

Sabbatical applications are now open. Full-time faculty with at least six years of service are invited to apply for a sabbatical for the 2025-2026 academic year.  Applications are due by Thursday, March 13, 2025, and can be submitted through the  Sabbatical Application Form . For more details, visit the  Sabbatical  webpage. For questions, contact the Provost's Office at  provost@grcc.edu .

    We heard your voice – thank you! Students, faculty and staff, please join us for a presentation and discussion about the healthy minds study results!   Come hear what students had to say about GRCC student mental health. March 19, 2025 3-4:30 PM 234 Student Center Food and drink provided.  

Please share the upcoming March 19 event with your students.  The Real Writing for Real People connects current and former students. It's an opportunity to bridge the gap between what happens when first-year writing courses meet real-world professions.  Join us for an enlightening one-hour event where we bridge the gap between first-year college writing courses and real-world professions.  Students, staff and the public are welcome to attend! Wednesday, March 19 Noon- 1 PM Wisner-Bottrall Applied Technology Center, Auditorium - 168 Former students, now successful professionals will share their journeys and demonstrate how the foundational skills learned in writing courses have propelled them in their careers. Hear from a diverse panel as they discuss how writing skills continue to shape their professional endeavors. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain insight into the practical applications of writing skills across various fields.  Alumni presenters: Mario Adkins – Cornerstone University & Graduate student Chaunte Miller – Stylist & Entrepreneur Niteki Moore – Healthcare Professional & Undergraduate student Hosted by the GRCC English department    

This training is for all GRCC community members.  All are welcome!  Friday, March 7 10 a.m. - noon  108 Sneden, GRCC Please sign up on the  Grand Rapids Pride Center Training  form. Areas to be covered Cultural humility The necessary foundation and tools to have self-reflection and learn from others’ cultures, recognizing power imbalances and differences, and honoring others’ beliefs and values. Create safe spaces for all A better understanding of the benefits of creating inclusive environments. Communication tools Teaches practical communication tools to encourage positive relationships across your organization. Deepened empathy Awareness and understanding of unique challenges faced by the 2-SLGBTQ+ community.