Ferris State taps public health dentist to launch Michigan’s first dental therapy program
Dr. Deborah Brown will lead Michigan's first dental therapy program at Ferris State, preparing providers to improve access to routine dental care.
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CDFIs help rural Michigan communities fund affordable housing, education, and support small business growth
Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.
Small Town, Big Heart: Freeland Fabricators build more than robots
In the “Bot Cave,” the Freeland Fabricators are building more than a robot. They are building confidence, leadership, friendships and a sense of purpose. While the team has earned international recognition in FIRST Robotics, students say the real impact goes far beyond competition, shaping who they are and how they show up for their community.
Northern Michigan school goes ‘no screens’ to boost literacy. Is it the right approach?
Mesick Elementary School's decision to cut screens has attracted the attention of neighboring school districts.
Battle Creek turns housing into a benefit for early childhood educators
A new initiative in Battle Creek will provide rent-free housing and a pathway to homeownership for early childhood educators, aiming to boost compensation, stabilize the workforce, and address the financial challenges facing one of the lowest-paid professions.
Roommates with a Purpose: A first-year med student’s deep dive into dementia care
The Intergenerational Living Initiative serves as a ground-breaking model that combines medical education with immersive and community-based care.
New accelerated 4+1 program fast-tracks careers in fisheries and wildlife management
The program was developed in response to changes the university is seeing across the natural resources field.
Port Huron Historian turns family roots into community action
For more than a decade, David Brooks, president of Friends of the Fort Gratiot Light has helped preserve one of St. Clair County’s most iconic landmarks through volunteer work, fundraising, and hands-on restoration.
Three Michigan community colleges were named to a prestigious list — and all of them are found in the rural north
“The Aspen Prize is widely recognized as the premier community college award
nationally,” says Dr. Don MacMaster, president of Alpena Community College.
Federal SNAP changes threaten little Michiganders’ food access and future
Good nutrition lays the foundation for physical growth, brain development, and school readiness.
CDFIs help rural Michigan communities fund affordable housing, education, and support small business growth
Rural communities often experience a lack of capital access due to bank mergers, or community banks leaving their areas. CDFIs step in to bridge the gap by providing crucial capital, workshops, and referrals to rural communities — funding affordable housing, high-quality education, and community development with small business growth.
Small Town, Big Heart: Freeland Fabricators build more than robots
In the “Bot Cave,” the Freeland Fabricators are building more than a robot. They are building confidence, leadership, friendships and a sense of purpose. While the team has earned international recognition in FIRST Robotics, students say the real impact goes far beyond competition, shaping who they are and how they show up for their community.
Northern Michigan school goes ‘no screens’ to boost literacy. Is it the right approach?
Mesick Elementary School's decision to cut screens has attracted the attention of neighboring school districts.
Battle Creek turns housing into a benefit for early childhood educators
A new initiative in Battle Creek will provide rent-free housing and a pathway to homeownership for early childhood educators, aiming to boost compensation, stabilize the workforce, and address the financial challenges facing one of the lowest-paid professions.
Roommates with a Purpose: A first-year med student’s deep dive into dementia care
The Intergenerational Living Initiative serves as a ground-breaking model that combines medical education with immersive and community-based care.
New accelerated 4+1 program fast-tracks careers in fisheries and wildlife management
The program was developed in response to changes the university is seeing across the natural resources field.
Port Huron Historian turns family roots into community action
For more than a decade, David Brooks, president of Friends of the Fort Gratiot Light has helped preserve one of St. Clair County’s most iconic landmarks through volunteer work, fundraising, and hands-on restoration.
Three Michigan community colleges were named to a prestigious list — and all of them are found in the rural north
“The Aspen Prize is widely recognized as the premier community college award nationally,” says Dr. Don MacMaster, president of Alpena Community College.
Federal SNAP changes threaten little Michiganders’ food access and future
Good nutrition lays the foundation for physical growth, brain development, and school readiness.
