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Longform A gathering for Michigan State University's Generations Connect program, which matches MSU undergraduate students with elders in the community, at the East Lansing Public Library. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Michigan universities join global "age-friendly" movement, making campuses more welcoming to elders

Estelle SlootmakerThursday, November 21, 2024
As Michigan prepares for rapid growth in its population of older adults, three Michigan universities have joined a global movement to make higher education institutions more "age-friendly."
Longform Michigan Works! Southeast Executive Director Shamar Heron. Community Development

Workers get free tools, uniforms, and more through state program and Michigan Works! Southeast

Jenny Rose RyanWednesday, November 20, 2024
Barrier Removal and Employment Success funding has gone toward assisting people with purchasing work items, tools, and transportation, along with providing emergency resources to job seekers.
Longform Kate Mehuron, Emma Wuetrich, and Dennis O'Grady at EMU's Student Center. Equity

EMU LGBT Resource Center celebrates 30th anniversary with look back at center's historical impact

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 20, 2024
Eastern Michigan University’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Resource Center has had significant impact on both the EMU and Ypsilanti communities.
Longform Dave Strenski in front of the Elijah McCoy plaque in Library Park. Technology and Innovation

From long underwear to gunshot detection, Ypsi inventors have racked up patents for 150 years

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 20, 2024
Ypsi and Ypsi Township inventors have received over 1,200 patents, with some of the oldest dating back to the mid-1800s.
Longform Ann Arbor Student Building Industry Program students working on a house on Sedgewood Lane in Ann Arbor.. Kids and Education

Washtenaw County schools explore consolidating career technical education for consistency and equity

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 20, 2024
No Washtenaw County student has access to all 60 of the county's CTE offerings. That could change, though, as school officials explore ways to consolidate CTE offerings.
Partner Content Vector Business Consulting CEO and founder Duane Pittman. Entrepreneurship

Small business 101: Finding funding beyond bank loans for your business

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, November 20, 2024
Local experts say that not being able to "break the bank" won’t necessarily make or break your business. 
Feature Story Proof and Eminem photographed by Doug Coombe in 1999. Arts and Culture

30 years of Southeast Michigan music history spotlighted in exhibit of Ann Arbor photographer's work

Natalia HoltzmanWednesday, November 20, 2024
Ann Arbor-based photographer Doug Coombe calls a new exhibition of his work "a love letter to the many amazing music communities … of Southeastern Michigan."
Innovation News Plantings on a formerly vacant lot in Flint. Community Development

U-M to continue research on vacant land reuse in Flint with federal funding renewal

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 20, 2024
The University of Michigan’s Prevention Research Center of Michigan has received $5 million in renewed funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to continue its community-based research, focused primarily on Flint, through 2029.
Longform The students currently taking U-M School of Public Health course, Chatgpt/AI and Public Health. Second Wave - MichiganHealthy Communities

Public health and AI: Great potential and a need for ethical policies

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, November 19, 2024
When applying AI to public health, great potentials exist for swifter, nimbler care and pin-pointed personalization. Its use also could exacerbate biases and the misuse of private information.  
Partner Content Elisabeth Berry and James D'Arcy Second Wave - MichiganEquity

Legacy Society will sustain Autism Alliance of Michigan’s work for decades to come

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, November 19, 2024
AAoM is establishing its Legacy Society to recognize donors today for gifts that will provide dollars in perpetuity.
Innovation News Wheel the World's logo. The travel website for travelers with disabilities recently recognized the Ann Arbor area for its accessibility. Equity

Ann Arbor area recognized for accessibility for travelers with disabilities

Jaishree DrepaulMonday, November 18, 2024
The Ann Arbor area is the first community in Michigan to receive verification from an online travel platform that exclusively promotes accessibility in travel for individuals with physical, cognitive, and invisible disabilities.
Innovation News Wilson Marine Brighton apprentice Adam Tobkin. Technology and Innovation

Free event to offer employers introduction to creating registered apprenticeships

Jaishree DrepaulMonday, November 18, 2024
As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Michigan Works! Southeast is inviting area employers to a free event in Ann Arbor that will cover the basics of creating a registered apprenticeship program.
Innovation News EMU President James Smith and "Thankful For You" event planning committee member Connie Ruhl-Smith at last year's drive-through Thanksgiving meal giveaway. Community Development

EMU to offer drive-through Thanksgiving meal giveaway for third year

Rylee BarnsdaleThursday, November 14, 2024
Organizers hope to feed 500 Ypsilanti community members in Eastern Michigan University’s third annual "Thankful For You" drive-through Thanksgiving meal giveaway on Nov. 21. 
Longform Kerrytown. Economic Development

New nonprofit aims to build unity among Ann Arbor's business districts

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 13, 2024
Ann Arbor’s State Street District recently announced the launch of the Downtown Ann Arbor Partnership, which is committed to community development and inclusivity across Ann Arbor's downtown spaces.
Innovation News A vendor at last year's Holiday Art Fair at Riverside Arts Center in Ypsilanti. Arts and Culture

Holiday art fair to return to Ypsi's Riverside Arts Center

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 13, 2024
Riverside Arts Center will host its second annual Holiday Art Fair Nov. 23-24, featuring local crafters and artisans with handmade goods for sale. 
Innovation News Washtenaw County logo Community Development

Washtenaw County receives $4.3m federal grant to address youth homelessness

Jaishree DrepaulWednesday, November 13, 2024
Washtenaw County was recently awarded a "pivotal" $4.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program.
Innovation News WCC teacher candidate Sierra Pauley. Kids and Education

New WCC program offers financial assistance and apprenticeships for future teachers

Sarah RiggWednesday, November 13, 2024
Those considering a teaching career could have their college tuition and fees paid for through a new Washtenaw Community College program designed to address Michigan's educator shortage.
Feature Story Rashard Dobbins leads Class Act Detroit Second Wave - Michigan

From Episcopal Church to House of Hip-Hop: Class Act Detroit inspires young people through the artsNonprofit Journal Project

Genevieve FoxThursday, November 7, 2024
Rashard Dobbins, founder of arts organization Class Act Detroit, tells youth they don't have to be an DJ, muralist or dancer. He would be delighted if they became a nurse who does murals or a preacher that raps.
Longform Groundbreaking at the future Eastern Washtenaw Community and Recreation Center. Community Development

Community center coming to site of former Ypsi Township school

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 6, 2024
The former Cheney Elementary School was recently sold and is being demolished to make way for the future Eastern Washtenaw Community and Recreation Center.
Development News 114 W. Michigan Ave., pictured at center, in downtown Ypsilanti. Community Development

Local company hopes to "preserve the spirit" of downtown Ypsi with Michigan Ave. acquisition

Rylee BarnsdaleWednesday, November 6, 2024
Ypsilanti-based residential real estate company Yarrow hopes to uplift local business in downtown Ypsilanti with its recent purchase of 114 W. Michigan Ave.
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Hasini and Harshini Anand are members of Corner Health Center's Youth Leadership Council and mental health advocates.

 


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