Fennville educators leave $2.2M scholarship legacy
Students in Fennville Elementary and Middle Schools probably don’t know it yet but they will have an opportunity to receive a life-changing award years from now when they approach high school graduation.
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Northern Michigan University
Northern Michigan University is a four-year, public, comprehensive university that offers award-winning leadership programs, cutting-edge technology initiatives, and nationally recognized academic programs.
Davenport Loads the Bases With Transfer Students
For Ivan Salinas, the path to Davenport University started on the baseball field.
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Calvin University
Calvin University is a top-ranked liberal arts university in Grand Rapids.
Sneak preview: ‘A City Within A City’ examines Grand Rapids from another angle
A new film exploring the Black experience in Grand Rapids shows that the city is more than it appears on the surface.
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Aquinas College
Aquinas College is an inclusive, nationally ranked liberal arts institution just two miles from downtown Grand Rapids.
Bookmarked for success
As West Michigan students head back to school, one local author is encouraging families to start preserving the memories that will eventually become part of a much bigger story.
‘Building Bridges to the Future’
An exciting event aimed at strengthening the Asian community in West Michigan will take place at the Goei Center.
Nonprofit seeks tutors to inspire young readers
A nonprofit specializing in support for students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities is seeking volunteer tutors.
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Davenport University
For more than 150 years, Davenport University has stood apart from other uni-versities because of its unrelenting focus on ensuring its graduates rise to the top of the job market.
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Kendall College of Art and Design
Kendall College of Art and Design offers a world-class art and design education complemented by Ferris State University’s resources and support systems.
Hot summer reads
Named for Sirius, the Dog Star that burns brightest in the night sky in the constellation Canis Major, the “Dog Days of Summer” are the days of the year that are typically the hottest.
Second Mosaic Film Festival announced
Last year, when Caleb Jesse and Daniel Ewer used a cracked iPhone to turn discarded apples into a story about food waste and hunger, they weren’t expecting it would lead to a trip to Los Angeles.
Doctor Champions STEM Access in Underrepresented Communities
Grand Rapids native and proud Ottawa Hills High School alum Dr. Keli Christopher is the founder and CEO of STEM Greenhouse – a nonprofit organization with the sole mission of ensuring vulnerable students get the education they deserve.
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Grand Valley State University
Grand Valley State University prepares its more than 22,000 students for whatever is next so they’re ready for both a fulfilling career and a life of impact.
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Kalamazoo College
Nationally renowned and globally oriented, Kalamazoo College is the home of the K-Plan, an individualized and integrated approach to the liberal arts and sciences.
Ravenna teens among winners of youth film competition
Two Ravenna teens are among the 10 winners of the second annual Nourishing Narratives: Cultivating Youth Stories for Change, a national mobile film competition focused on food justice.
New charter school welcomes students
A new k3 school has opened its doors in Southeast Grand Rapids.
The dog days of winter?
Emotional support animals have become increasingly recognized for their ability to provide comfort and assistance to individuals dealing with stress and anxiety.
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Parents’ Guide to Education 2024 Special Section
When it comes to planning for college, as a parent or guardian, one of your most difficult tasks is likely to be finding the right balance between providing helpful input and letting your child have the autonomy to make some choices on their own.
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