Lake Superior State University unveils new landmark letter installations
Lake Superior State University (LSSU) installed two large-scale landmark letter displays to boost school pride and campus visibility.
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Marine Trades Institute to host annual fundraiser August 21
On Friday, August 21, the Marine Trades Institute heads to Les Cheneaux Distillers for "Crafted for a Cause," an annual fundraiser.
State issues Line 5 permits despite conceding its ‘significant impacts’
Michigan state agencies have issued key environmental permits for Enbridge Energy’s controversial Line 5 tunnel project, ruling that its energy safety benefits outweigh its severe impacts on Native American burial grounds and local ecosystems, though the project still faces looming federal approvals and ongoing legal battles.
Transformational $30M state investment to build the future of tech and science at LSSU
Lake Superior State University has secured a historic $30 million state appropriation to fund 75% of a major $40 million renovation and expansion of its Center for Applied Science and Engineering Technology.
Sault Tribe Housing Authority secures $1.3M for new affordable housing units
Reserved for low-income households receiving rental assistance, the Sault Ste. Marie project is expected to create at least 120 temporary jobs and two permanent positions.
Mackinac Island named No. 1 Best Summer Travel Destination for 4th straight year
Local tourism officials credited the community's dedication for the win, which saw the island beat out major cities like Chicago and New York, alongside earning a top-five finish for its annual flower festival.
Capturing the Spirit of the Soo: Raising State docuseries explores the deep bonds of LSSU and its community
Beyond campus culture and Laker Hockey, the docuseries captures the everyday rhythm of student life—from classrooms and labs to local businesses and waterfront activities.
Marine Trades Institute re-earns national accreditation
The Marine Trades Institute’s Marine Technology School has earned reaccreditation from the Marine Trades Accreditation Program following a unanimous vote and a comprehensive evaluation of its industry-aligned curriculum.
Partner Partner Content Guardian of the Straits: Enbridge’s 10,000-ship milestone
The 10,000th ship was safely monitored and cleared through the Straits of Mackinac last month by the Enbridge Straits Maritime Operations Center.
Riding the wave
Among the success stories of Great Lakes Boat Building School in Cedarville is the nearly 100 percent placement of graduates in various marine careers the past several years. A surge in recreational boating in Michigan and across the country is helping graduates find jobs and underscores the importance of the small but growing school.
