Gentex is offering stock options among other perks to attract workers
Gentex has increased wages and is now offering company stock for hourly employees. The manufacturer has also launched Spanish-speaking assembly lines.
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GRCC offers incentive for fall students to get the COVID-19 vaccine
Grand Rapids Community College fall semester students who have already received the vaccine or who are fully vaccinated by Nov. 15 will receive a $200 credit on their RaiderCard accounts. GRCC also plans on-campus vaccination clinics and is requiring face coverings when indoors on campus.
GRCC Lakeshore Campus plans community open house
Residents will be able to get a first look at the Grand Rapids Community College’s new Lakeshore Campus during an upcoming open house. The Aug. 21 event will highlight the transformation of the facility, and staff will offer assistance to anyone ready to sign up for classes.
GRCC receives third Metallica foundation grant to provide skilled trades training
Metallica’s All Within My Hands Foundation recently awarded $25,000 to Grand Rapids Community College, marking the third time GRCC has received funding from the legendary band. The grant will help GRCC Workforce Training to continue a program that provides technical education and hands-on welding experience.
‘Hopping Through History’ makes sense of census, offers tips on genealogical research
Why is the census important? Find out by joining “Hopping Through History — Making Sense of the Census.” The virtual Herrick District Library program also will examine how participants can use census data in researching their family history.
State programs play a role in GRCC’s 7.1% increase in summer enrollment
Grand Rapids Community College, which recently kicked off its second summer semester, reports enrollment this season is up 7.1% over 2021 and 5.9% from before the pandemic. The increase is attributed in part to students taking advantage of state programs that help with tuition costs.
A tribute to Mike Lozon: The Lakeshore’s storyteller
Many are mourning the passing of journalist, photographer and author Mike Lozon, one of The Lakeshore’s first contributors. Representatives of the organizations he supported are sharing what made his work so special for our community.
Entrepreneurs invited to submit ideas for Start Garden competition
The 100 is back. Start Garden’s competition invites aspiring entrepreneurs to submit a video describing their ideas — as many as they like. The 100 finalists chosen in July will need to refine their ideas in preparation for judging at the Demo Day competition in October.
Ottawa County receives United Way’s top honor for pandemic response
The Greater Ottawa County United Way presented its biggest honor — the G.W. Haworth Strength of the Community Award — to Ottawa County and its staff for going above and beyond in keeping residents safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Education secretary salutes GRCC for outreach, student support during pandemic
Secretary Miguel Cardona invited Grand Rapids Community College President Bill Pink to join a recent call with national media. During the call, to discuss $36 billion in emergency U.S. Department of Education grants, Cardona highlighted GRCC’s outreach to and support for students impacted by the pandemic.
