students
GRPS school walkout endorsement hinders, not helps students advocate for gun reform laws
Submitted 03-12-2018 under OPINION
The tragic shooting in Parkland, Florida has provoked a surge of activism in students across the nation, including we Grand Rapids students who have planned to walkout in solidarity with the other demonstrators across the country on Wednesday, March...
Grand Rapids Community College celebrates 10th annual Creating Connections Breakfast
by (Melody Sheridan)
Submitted 02-16-2018 under NEWS
On Thursday, February 15, 2018, Grand Rapids Community College brought scholarship donors and recipients together through their 10th annual Creating Connections Breakfast. While enjoying eggs, bacon, and other delicious morsels prepared by GRCC...
Local tuition-free pharmacy technician program accepting applications
by (wmcat)
Submitted 06-15-2017 under NONPROFITS
Have you received your high school diploma or General Education Development (GED)? Do you live in Kent County, receive some form of public assistance, and have no record of a felony? Are you looking for a meaningful career that can give you income...
Spark your teens' creativity this summer with WMCAT's summer art & tech camps
by (wmcat)
Submitted 05-31-2017 under NONPROFITS
This summer the studios at WMCAT (West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology) will be open to any middle or high school student who wants to explore, experiment and elevate their voice. WMCAT is excited to offer 41 different art and tech camp...
No stopping them now, these Grand Rapids kids are on the move
by (TheRapid)
Submitted 04-20-2017 under NONPROFITS
At The Rapid, we provide more than just transportation. We’re the direct connection to jobs for many individuals. In fact, nearly 80 percent of The Rapid’s passengers board the bus to commute to and from work. We also help people manage...
Premiere of WMCAT student-produced documentary will highlight local social justice and equity
by (wmcat)
Submitted 02-24-2017 under NONPROFITS
Maybe you’ve cranked the volume up while listening to the latest post-breakup song, or you’ve listened to a song in remembrance of your childhood years or deceased loved ones; No matter what emotion you may be experiencing, music has the...
Calm in the chaos: Life of a therapy dog volunteer
by (karenpimpo)
Submitted 12-13-2016 under LOCAL LIFE
Cindy Dutmers loves dogs and loves to help people. While volunteering at West Michigan Therapy Dogs, Inc., she can do both. Through their visits, Dutmers and her canine partner Meia quietly change the atmosphere of hospitals, veteran’s homes,...
"Not relaxing or easy," students try living a month of poverty
by (Access of West ...)
Submitted 11-14-2016 under NONPROFITS
College students are used to the idea of living on a budget, but acting out the life of a low-income West Michigan family adds a new dimension to their perception of poverty. “I believe any experiential learning is superior to lecture-based...
Artists Creating Together hosts Creative Lab at Downtown Market
by (Downtown Market GR)
Submitted 09-27-2016 under NONPROFITS
On Sunday, October 2, 2016, Artists Creating Together will host the ACT Creative Lab in partnership with ArtPrize Labs at the Grand Rapids Downtown Market to celebrate the arts and inclusion in the Grand Rapids community. As an ArtPrize Labs partner...
Leadership for Life Day Camp
by (grrtl)
Submitted 07-13-2016 under
Are you the world’s next prolife hero? Come and find out at the second annual Leadership for Life Day Camp sponsored by Grand Rapids Right to Life. This full day of action-packed prolife leadership training for teens will take place on...