New film reexamines Grand Rapids’ role in water fluoridation
Did you know Grand Rapids was the first city in the nation to fluoridate its public water supply?
Holocaust Remembrance Day: The Angel of Bergen-Belsen
Today is Holocaust Remembrance Day, and I’d like to share a unique story about my connection with one of the foremost heroines of the WWII.Â
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.
Outdoor learning offers unique educational opportunities
Mud. Trees. Wildlife. Milkweed. Invasive species. Building fires, studying streams, getting dirty. Week-long camp experiences, day camps and overnight trips.
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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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Aquinas College
Aquinas College is an inclusive, nationally ranked liberal arts institution just two miles from downtown Grand Rapids.
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.
West Point alum visits Muskegon Maritime Academy
United States Military Academy alum and martial arts expert Jessica Owens will visit the Muskegon Maritime Academy on March 20
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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.
GRPS students to experience ‘floating classroom’
A Minnesota-based nonprofit that travels the country with the goal of bringing hands-on, water-based learning opportunities to urban students is coming to Grand Rapids May 15 through 19.Â
Curious about summer camp?Â
The Grand Rapids Public Museum has partnered with Grand Rapids WhiteWater and the Van Andel Education Institute to offer summer camp programs, now open for registration.Â
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Western Michigan University
Located in Grand Rapids’ Heartside district, Western Michigan University’s Grand Rapids campus provides regional access to meet students where they are.
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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.
Wild Adventures Await
Parents, you know the drill—summer's just around the corner, and before you know it, your kids will either be glued to screens or delivering that all-too-familiar complaint: 'I'm bored.'
Unlock your musical talent
The Franciscan Life Process Center is expanding its educational offerings with the return of private music lessons.
A confluence of thought leaders
From the creator of Confluence Festival comes a thought series featuring leaders from local tech, design, education and creative firms.
Embrace Books this winter
Discover your next read with recommendations from Taleah Greve, founder of Embrace Books.
Nonprofit seeks tutors to inspire young readers
A nonprofit specializing in support for students with dyslexia and other learning disabilities is seeking volunteer tutors.
Star culinary student tastes success
Baker College's Culinary Institute of Michigan in Muskegon has a student who's setting the culinary world ablaze with his remarkable accomplishments.
Unleash Your Artistic Potential
While ArtPrize continues to be a major draw for world-class artists to Grand Rapids, another lesser-known gem is gaining recognition as a destination for creative minds: the Franciscan Life Process Center.
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