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Community & Events

In this section, you will find information about all of the opportunities and activities offered by Âé¶¹´«Ã½ to our students and our community as well as information about our facilities. From lifelong learning classes, workforce training, workshops, events and lectures to a stroll in the Harris Gardens, Âé¶¹´«Ã½ has something for everyone throughout the year.

Harris Gardens Dream Catcher

Things To Do

Visit Âé¶¹´«Ã½'s beautiful campus.

You don't have to be a student to enjoy our campus! Spend some time viewing the Harris Gardens in the center of campus, walk our 195-acre Natural Area, and take in our numerous sustainability initiatives that reduce the college’s environmental impact.

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Lectures and Events

Lifelong Learning Club

For the joy of learning

Our Lifelong Learning Club offers diverse classes taught by qualified instructors. You will find a mixture of online and in-person classes, and we've curated the list of class offerings with mature learners in mind.

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Workforce and Continuing Education

Never stop learning.

Âé¶¹´«Ã½'s Workforce and Continuing Education division provides job-specific training to area employees and serves the personal interest and professional development needs of our community.

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Gym & Fitness Center

Stay fit, healthy and happy.

Âé¶¹´«Ã½'s Student and Community Resource Center is your destination for indoor health and fitness activities in Petoskey.

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Conference Services

Host your event with us!

We offer meeting space for groups of 5 to 1,500 and offer a complete catering menu, from continental breakfast to meeting breakouts to full-service dinners. 

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Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Child Care Initiative

A community-centered solution to Emmet County's child care shortage

The Âé¶¹´«Ã½ Child Care Initiative (CCI) is leading the development of a community-centered plan for a sustainable, viable local child care system in Emmet County, Michigan.

Learn About Âé¶¹´«Ã½'s Child Care Initiative

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News and Press Releases

Âé¶¹´«Ã½ in the news

Stay updated with the latest information from Âé¶¹´«Ã½.

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Commencement

Congratulations, graduates!

See Commencement recordings, lists of graduates and more.

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Celebrate Âé¶¹´«Ã½â€™s First LPN Graduates

Join us in honoring the Practical Nursing Class of 2024 at their inaugural pinning ceremony.

Âé¶¹´«Ã½ proudly hosts its first-ever LPN Pinning Ceremony, celebrating the achievements of the Practical Nursing Class of 2024. This time-honored tradition marks their transition into the healthcare profession with a symbolic presentation of pins and stoles.

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Economic Impact Report

Strengthening Our Community

Âé¶¹´«Ã½'s Economic Impact Report

Âé¶¹´«Ã½ creates a significant positive impact on the business communities in Charlevoix, Cheboygan, Emmet and Otsego counties, where we generate a return on investment to our major stakeholder groups—students, taxpayers and society. 

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