Students from Eastern Michigan University recently had a unique opportunity to learn about the treatment and recovery of a local man who caught COVID-19 then had a stroke. The event centered on how medical professionals from multiple disciplines collaborated in the healing and rehabilitation process.
Delta College has been recognized for the fourth year in a row for its efforts in sustainability by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability Higher Education. Multiple efforts and projects were recognized, earning Delta a Silver Award.
A new scholarship will be available to eligible Delta College students, in honor of long-time Delta educator and community member Mary Jane Cooper.
The program provides a path for veterans to find employment and educational opportunities in a setting built around their needs.
A new initiative, begun by Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs at Davenport University, focuses on reducing the barriers facing first-generation and minority students through peer support and aims to improve outcomes and degree completion rates.
CMU provided expertise and leadership in a recent collaboration, working with other educators to make recommendations for increasing equity and access in virtual learning environments.
A new BMCC President Duane Bedell has been selected for his education, experience, and vision for the college.
Baker College prioritized diversity and inclusion by implementing a training program for faculty and staff that emphasizes training in multiple areas identified as key components to making its campuses welcoming to all. The efforts by Baker College have now been recognized by an international organization focused on diversity training.
A local partnership, led by WKU professors, recently received an award from the National Consortium of Secondary STEM Schools for its work in biodiversity. The partnership between Cloudbridge Nature Preserve and The Gatton Academy works to strengthen STEM education and provides opportunities for students to travel abroad.
WKCTC was selected for a federally-funded mentorship program which aims to increase participation in STEM based educational programs, particularly at two-year institutions which tend to serve more students from underrepresented communities.
