Healing the Pipeline: GVSU’s bold response to a regional nursing crisis delivers four years later
How a state-of-the-art health education center, powered by philanthropy and partnerships, is reshaping the future of care in West Michigan.
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Library overhaul builds culture of reading at youth detention center
A revamped library at Kent County Juvenile Detention Center, supported by a partnership with volunteers and KDL, improves behavior and literacy.
Now showing: Calvin University filmmakers among the highlights of environmental film festival
Folks from all over Michigan gathered in Manistee to promote environmental stewardship through an annual film festival and other events.
Study: Greater Grand Rapids a ‘beacon of light’ in health care hiring
A study by two economics professors finds that Greater Grand Rapids’ healthcare labor market and real wages in key occupations are a “beacon of light” amid Michigan’s slower job growth.
Couture Code: KCAD’s students’ capstone collections aim to be more inclusive …and sustainable
The Grand Rapids Public Museum's main floor will again transform into a catwalk for emerging designers from the Pamella Roland DeVos School of Fashion at KCAD. This year’s student-led show, “Couture Code,” features original creations and innovative ideas, with each garment telling a story of sustainability, inclusion, and resilience.
GR Stories: How community storytelling builds bridges, fosters belonging, & preserves hidden history
In a time of widening divides, a quiet revolution in connection is emerging at the Grand Rapids Public Museum. What began as a few Zoom calls during the pandemic has evolved into GR Stories — a series highlighting how even the most personal histories can bring communities together.
Educating Teens About Food and the Farm Through New City Neighbors
Learning about nutrition, cooking, and food scarcity helps prepare youth for adult life and deepens their empathy. New City Neighbors, a Grand Rapids-based nonprofit's after-school program, gives area teens a head start and connects them with impactful experiences.
Women in tech find community in Grand Rapids
In Grand Rapids, women in tech are building supportive spaces like Go Beyond and Coffee Circles to connect, grow, and lead together.
Rising demand for project managers spurs competition to train future leaders
A high-pressure competition challenges students to master problem-solving, teamwork, and risk management, where the most strategic team emerges victorious.
Scholarship honors construction leader, expands career pathways for trades
EV Construction’s $100,000 endowment at WMCI honors Tony Roussey’s legacy while addressing workforce shortages by funding scholarships for future skilled trades professionals.
