Lake Michigan College Awarded Grant to Expand Emergency Student Aid, Eliminate Barriers to Success
Lake Michigan College (LMC) is taking steps to ensure that students facing financial hardship can stay enrolled and complete their education. Thanks to a $99,954 MiLEAP Breaking Barriers Direct to Students grant, the College is launching a significant initiative to simplify and expand access to emergency aid. The project is led by Leslie Navarro, Director of Student Well-Being & Accessibility. “This is about removing roadblocks,” Navarro said. “Students who are in crisis don’t have time to navigate
Lake Michigan College Board of Trustees Accepts AA+ Credit Rating from Standard & Poor's
The Lake Michigan College Board of Trustees has accepted a comprehensive ratings report from Standard & Poor's (S&P) that assigns the College an AA+ credit rating with a stable outlook. This distinction places Lake Michigan College among an elite group, as it is one of only two community colleges in Michigan to achieve this top-tier AA+ rating.In February 2025, Standard & Poor's conducted a thorough financial evaluation of Lake Michigan College and reaffirmed its general creditworthiness with the AA+
MCCAA recognizes LMC 56 student-athletes for individual academic excellence
The Michigan Community College Athletic Association has announced its list of student-athletes who have achieved 2024-2025 academic honors. Among them are 56 Lake Michigan College student-athletes who have earned a 3.0 or better cumulative GPA during the past year including 45 Academic All-MCCAA recipients and 11 Academic All-Conference recipients. Additionally, LMC Baseball, Softball, and Women’s Volleyball have been named MCCAA Academic Teams for 2024-2025. To achieve MCCAA Academic Team status, a MCCAA
Lake Michigan College Online Accounting Program Ranked Top 20 in the Nation
BENTON HARBOR, MI – Lake Michigan College’s online accounting program has been ranked #19 in the nation by the Affordable Degree Guide in its 2025 rankings*, recognizing the program for its exceptional value, flexibility, and career-oriented focus. Designed for working adults, career changers, and traditional students alike, LMC’s online accounting program offers a cost-effective and convenient pathway to a high-demand profession. The curriculum is built to equip students with the practical skills and
Kaleidoscope Playground to Celebrate Grand Opening of New All Abilities Accessible Playground at Kiw
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Nicole Stusick kaleidoscopeplayground@gmail.com Kaleidoscope Playground to Celebrate Grand Opening of New All Abilities Accessible Playground at Kiwanis Park Public Invited to Ribbon Cutting on June 30th FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 23rd, 2025 SAINT JOSEPH, MI - The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber, City of Saint Joseph, Kiwanis Club of St. Joseph-Benton Harbor, and the St. Joseph Parks Foundation invite the community to the Grand Opening Celebration
LMC SEEKING MILLAGE RENEWAL AND TAX CUT ON NOVEMBER BALLOT
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – The Lake Michigan College Board of Trustees, with two millages expiring in 2026 has decided to place a millage renewal and a tax cut proposal on the November 4, 2025 ballot. The first proposal is a renewal of the College’s operational millage of 0.665 mills that provides nearly 20% of overall funding. LMC is seeking a 20 year renewal of the levy that passed in 2006. The renewal freezes the tax rate at that level or lower until 2046. “Both of these are critical funding
Berrien County Small Business Access to Capital Event Announced
For Immediate Release Media Contact: Bruce Piekarski Market President - Berrien Co MI/NC IN bpiekarski@horizonbank.com 269-982-1080Berrien County Small Business Access to Capital Event Announced Business Owners Invited to Join Horizon Bank & SBA Experts June 24th For Immediate Release: June 11, 2025 Berrien County, Michigan – Business owners and entrepreneurs alike are invited to join Horizon Bank, a panel of industry experts, and local community organizations for an insightful morning
