Education Archives – Page 5 of 55

Michigan student loan repayment program helping to tackle mental health workforce shortage

●

February 4, 2025

Michigan has long faced a critical shortage of mental health professionals, impacting access to vital care for communities across the state. To address this growing challenge, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) launched the Behavioral Health Now Loan Repayment Program, a strategic initiative aimed at attracting and retaining mental health professionals by alleviating the financial burden of student loans.

Queer Activist in Battle Creek prepares to go silent to stay safe

By Jane Parikh

●

Around the Country

●

November 21, 2024

Many in the LGBTQIA+ community are taking steps to protect themselves from the threat of Project 25 to roll back rights. As a response, one Queer Activist in Battle Creek plans to keep a low profile while reducing household expenses and getting important papers in order.

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.

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

By Estelle Slootmaker

●

Education

●

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."

PHOTOS: It’s harvest time in Southwest Michigan and Calhoun County farm and school celebrate

By John Grap

●

Arts & Culture

●

October 3, 2024

If you don't yet have a pumpkin, these photos might get you in the mood. Photographer John Grap captured some harvest joy at Of the Land, a homestead, farm, and farm school, in Battle Creek.

Joe Volpe, program manager at Ferndale's Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center.

Mental health takes heavy toll on Michigan’s LGBTQ youth

By Estelle Slootmaker

●

Education

●

September 23, 2024

Mental health is a major challenge for Michigan youth in general, but the problem is even greater for the state's LGBTQ youth.

Students formed five-person teams, each tasked with identifying a “wicked problem”—a complex issue with no easy solution.

West Michigan teens tackle ‘wicked’ problems at the Wege High School Collaborative Studio

By Laura Bergells

●

Arts & Culture

●

August 13, 2024

West Michigan high school students tackle complex global issues at the Wege High School Collaborative Studio. The two-week program showcases the power of youth-driven sustainable design.

Produce from the Youth Mentor Garden at Marquette Park in Wyoming, Mich.

Youth Mentor Gardens grow food, family, and community in Detroit and Grand Rapids area

By Estelle Slootmaker

●

Economic Development

●

August 8, 2024

At two Youth Mentor Gardens, participating teens and their families work together to plant, weed, water, mulch, and harvest produce.

Angie Gullekson, MPH,CPS.TTS, community Health Coordinator at Di.strict Health Department #10

Public health campaigns aim to keep kids safe from Marijuana poisoning

By Estelle Slootmaker

●

Education

●

August 6, 2024

As more adults use marijuana, the downside is more young children are ending up with marijuana poisoning. Here's how Michigan's local health departments are keeping them safe.

Devin DuMond KCAD, Assistant Professor, Digital Art & Design | Illustration Program

KCAD educator and artist Devin DuMond paints path for public art

By Rapid Growth

●

Education

●

June 25, 2024

Devin DuMond's dual roles as an artist and educator underscore their commitment to nurturing talent while leaving a lasting impact on the community through public art.

Children enjoy a fresh and nutritious meal with local produce, inspired by culinary professionals.

How 10 Cents a Meal brings healthy food to more Michigan kids

By Kelsey Sanders

●

Education

●

June 24, 2024

The Michigan program supplements the food service programs’ budgets for fresh produce, encouraging a greater menu variety and healthier eating habits for kids statewide.

Education

Latest in Education