News and Press Releases
Cassandra Hernandez joins Â鶹´«Ã½ as Dean of Workforce and Continuing Education
Â鶹´«Ã½ has appointed Cassandra Hernandez as Dean of Workforce and Continuing Education. A seasoned workforce strategist, Hernandez brings more than a decade of leadership experience to strengthen regional workforce development and community partnerships.
New Â鶹´«Ã½ Early Learning Center expands childcare options in Northern Michigan
Â鶹´«Ã½ celebrated the opening of its Reggio Emilia–inspired Early Learning Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on August 19, 2025. The center will serve 12 children and address the urgent need for high-quality childcare in Northern Michigan.
Renee DeYoung receives statewide outstanding staff award from Michigan Community College Association
Renee DeYoung, retired vice president of student affairs at Â鶹´«Ã½, received the 2025 Michigan Community College Association Outstanding Staff Award. Trustee Melissa Keiswetter was also recognized for 10 years of service.
Â鶹´«Ã½ generates $78.9 million in economic impact
A new report shows that Â鶹´«Ã½ contributes nearly $79 million annually to Northern Michigan’s economy, supporting jobs, boosting earnings, and expanding opportunity.
Â鶹´«Ã½ names Nursing and Health Sciences School in honor of Pier and Renee Borra
Â鶹´«Ã½ has renamed its Nursing and Health Sciences division in honor of longtime benefactors Pier and Renee Borra, reflecting the Borras’ decades-long support of healthcare education, including a transformational gift to fund scholarships, student success programs, and new academic offerings.