The grant will fund the establishment of the Student Resilience Center, which will assist students with material needs like food as well as mental health support.
The building’s expansion and remodel cost approximately $31.3 million and includes new labs, classrooms, and technology. A grand opening was held on Monday, March 17.
The scholarship was endowed by alumnus Charles D. Joseph, who was inspired to start the scholarship in honor of his wife Jo Ann, a retired registered nurse.
The gift comes from John Elliot, a Kent State University graduate, and his wife Fonda. The Elliot Scholars program will support first-generation students of any major who are in financial need.
Achieving the Dream is a nonprofit organization that seeks to help community colleges become accessible education hubs. COTC has been part of the Achieving the Dream Network since 2021.
Newly renamed the Montgomery Essential Needs program, the program provides food, personal care items, transportation assistance, and more to students in need.
The programs are Doctor of Health Sciences and Doctor of Business Administration, both of which are available fully online.
The Lake Trust Leadership Institute is a free entrepreneurial program for local business owners that will be offered online through Cleary University.
Central Michigan University President Neil MacKinnon announced the new office during his First 100 Days event, explaining the need to better align the university’s efforts with its five-year strategic plan.
The remodeled simulation lab was made possible through financial support and guidance from AdventHealth.