Computer Information Systems News

What started as uncertainty turned into success. GRCC’s Computer Support Technician program helped Adam Yohannes earn industry credentials, land a tech job, and inspire others to do the same.

GRCC will host a series of Tech Week GR 2025 events, from student networking to AI workshops, building bridges between education and industry.

GRCC, West Michigan Works! and employers like Code on Wheels and Meta4mat are partnering to create a powerful talent pipeline.

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.

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.

At 35, Andrew Abbott returned to school, balancing work and family to earn a Computer Science degree, becoming the first in his family to graduate.

Thanks to the Michigan Community College Guarantee, Alma Velic started her college journey at GRCC debt-free and focused on building her future.

Parents Mitchell and Alexis juggled kids, work and school — and now they're both graduating, thanks to GRCC’s support and their determination.

If you’ve ever encountered a bouncer at an event venue or bar, then you have a good visual for understanding the basic premise of cybersecurity.

Some college students dread taking a full course load. Not Marilyn Preisner.

Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist II recently stopped by GRCC’s Calkins Science Center to explore our new Artificial Intelligence (AI) Incubator.

GRIMM Cyber partnered with GRCC to provide Automotive Security Training program to students

Grand Rapids Community College is pleased to announce an impressive slate of award winners who will be honored at the April 25, 2024, commencement ceremony.

George Muyskens didn’t always picture himself with a college degree.

Tech Week, which runs Sept. 18-23, includes sessions on artificial intelligence, diversity and inclusion, startups, and retaining talent, among other topics.

'The challenge we face today is understanding and interpreting data to make better decisions.'

Rozema demonstrates the power of ChatGPT by engaging it in a discussion of sorts about the implications of its use in academic settings.

'I like the opportunity to be immersed in the subject matter I love, and try and share my passion with the students in my classes.'

“What I didn’t know starting out in my profession is how I would change as a person,” said MacNeil . “I have grown through working with people.”

'By earning these certifications, it really shows future employers that I’m a guy who wants to learn more and proves I have the proficiency they require,'

CIS students at GRCC can explore a wide range of majors and tracks, and are in high demand in today’s global workforce.

Launch U, now in its fifth year, begins in 10th grade for students who attend school in their home districts for part of the day and college courses taught by GRCC instructors at the Kent Career Tech Center.