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A vision for Sault Ste. Marie’s children’s museum
The Soo Locks Children's Museum has a home but a fundraising effort is underway to renovate that space and create innovative exhibits.
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Autism Alliance of Michigan celebrates Supreme Court decision
U.S. Supreme Court Decision confirms rights of people with disabilities including those living with autism
Boat-building school partners to promote marine careers
“We have a long history in this area and a great reputation within the industry, and it has been difficult to find well-trained and qualified technicians. That’s why we have partnered with the Great Lakes Boat Building School to support the education that they are providing to our future workforce," says Laura Kohler, human resource manager at Irish Boat Shop.
Grants available to small nonprofits in the U.P.
Grants are available to help small charitable nonprofits in the U.P. and across Michigan recover from pandemic-related issues. The deadline to apply for grants from the $35 million MI Nonprofit Relief Fund is May 5, 2023.
Michigan Tech adds nursing major to help local students
“We know that there is a shortage of nurses and there are also a lot of students who are pursuing a degree in nursing, a lot of them in the Western U.P.,” said Andrew Storer, MTU interim provost.
New program rewards teachers for including financial literacy
“Financial Literacy Month is celebrated each April, which makes this the perfect time for students to learn about the importance of saving for post-high school education and training,” said Kelly Heroux, president of Peshtigo National Bank.
LSSU funds research role with first endowment position
“This is so important to us at the research center because we’re a new initiative and this helps us with financial constraints as we’re growing and allows us to invest in other positions,” said Ashley Meorke, director of the Richard and Theresa Barch Center for Freshwater Research and Education.
Indiana native writes a new script in the U.P.
Indiana native trades life in L.A. and the big city for the Keweenaw Peninsula. “I can’t imagine being anywhere else. It’s pretty amazing,” says Ian Repp, who is associate vice president for university and marketing communications at Michigan Technological University in Houghton.
U.P. colleges rally after Finlandia closure
“I think we were all shocked here in the U.P. yesterday when Finlandia announced that they would be closing this summer. That’s a shock to everyone that’s been here. Finlandia has been around for 126 years, Northern (Michigan University) for 124 years, so they’ve been partners in higher education in the U.P for a long time,” said Derek Hall, chief marketing officer for Northern Michigan University.
A vision for Sault Ste. Marie’s children’s museum
The Soo Locks Children's Museum has a home but a fundraising effort is underway to renovate that space and create innovative exhibits.
Partner Partner Content Autism Alliance of Michigan celebrates Supreme Court decision
U.S. Supreme Court Decision confirms rights of people with disabilities including those living with autism
Boat-building school partners to promote marine careers
“We have a long history in this area and a great reputation within the industry, and it has been difficult to find well-trained and qualified technicians. That’s why we have partnered with the Great Lakes Boat Building School to support the education that they are providing to our future workforce," says Laura Kohler, human resource manager at Irish Boat Shop.
Grants available to small nonprofits in the U.P.
Grants are available to help small charitable nonprofits in the U.P. and across Michigan recover from pandemic-related issues. The deadline to apply for grants from the $35 million MI Nonprofit Relief Fund is May 5, 2023.
Michigan Tech adds nursing major to help local students
“We know that there is a shortage of nurses and there are also a lot of students who are pursuing a degree in nursing, a lot of them in the Western U.P.,” said Andrew Storer, MTU interim provost.
New program rewards teachers for including financial literacy
“Financial Literacy Month is celebrated each April, which makes this the perfect time for students to learn about the importance of saving for post-high school education and training,” said Kelly Heroux, president of Peshtigo National Bank.
LSSU funds research role with first endowment position
“This is so important to us at the research center because we’re a new initiative and this helps us with financial constraints as we’re growing and allows us to invest in other positions,” said Ashley Meorke, director of the Richard and Theresa Barch Center for Freshwater Research and Education.
Indiana native writes a new script in the U.P.
Indiana native trades life in L.A. and the big city for the Keweenaw Peninsula. “I can’t imagine being anywhere else. It’s pretty amazing,” says Ian Repp, who is associate vice president for university and marketing communications at Michigan Technological University in Houghton.
U.P. colleges rally after Finlandia closure
“I think we were all shocked here in the U.P. yesterday when Finlandia announced that they would be closing this summer. That’s a shock to everyone that’s been here. Finlandia has been around for 126 years, Northern (Michigan University) for 124 years, so they’ve been partners in higher education in the U.P for a long time,” said Derek Hall, chief marketing officer for Northern Michigan University.
