MICHIGAN GATEWAY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AWARDS GRANT TO DOWAGIAC SCHOOLS FOR THE LYONS READING FUND
In January of 2021 the Lyons Family formed the Lyons Reading Fund through Michigan Gateway Community Foundation. This gift was put in place to aid Dowagiac Union Schools with their goal of improving literacy and reading proficiency throughout all grade levels. While many wonderful reading programs exist for youth across the region, a missing piece of that puzzle has always been the Middle School level. To address this important period for young people in our community, the Lyons Reading Fund has
Lake Michigan College Receives National Recognition for Student Voter Engagement
Lake Michigan College has garnered two national awards for its efforts to engage students in the 2024 election process. LMC student Renato Recillas of Fennville has been named to the 2025 ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. This honor recognizes student leaders nationwide who excel in supporting their peers with voter registration, providing nonpartisan resources, and ensuring eligible college students can cast informed ballots. Recillas, the only community college
The Lake Michigan College Alumni Association Board of Directors is seeking nominations for its 2025
Nominations for the Gladys Peeples-Burks Alumni Service Award, Clarence Beckwith Distinguished Alumni Award, and Alumni Achievement Award must be received by June 15 for consideration. Recipients will be announced this fall. To be eligible, alumni must have graduated from LMC or its predecessor, Benton Harbor Community College, or taken at least 30 semester hours. LMC first presented its Alumni Awards in 1986. Since then, more than 80 individuals have been honored. To nominate an individual for the
A Taste of Ireland – The Irish Music & Dance Sensation comes to the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Oct. 18
After premiering Off-Broadway last season, “A Taste of Ireland―The Irish Music & Dance Sensation” returns to stages across the USA in 2025. On Saturday, Oct. 18, at 7:30 p.m., this incredible live stage experience comes to the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Jenkins Theatre in Benton Harbor for one performance only. Tickets, starting at $38, will be available at www.TheMendelCenter.com/events beginning Friday, May 16, at 10 a.m. “A Taste of Ireland” has entertained thousands around the globe. Audiences
Lake Michigan College inducts new honor society members
Lake Michigan College recently inducted 55 students into the Mu Nu chapter of Phi Theta Kappa and 41 students into the National Society of Leadership and Success. PTK is the international community college honor society which focuses on service, scholarship, leadership, and fellowship. PTK members participate in community service projects, leadership opportunities, social events, and monthly meetings. Membership is by invitation to students who have completed at least 12 credits and have a cumulative GPA of
Kimmy Cramer Named Spirit of Nursing Award Recipient by Lake Michigan College
Lake Michigan College is proud to announce that Kimberly “Kimmy” Cramer, who will receive her Associate of Applied Science in Nursing on May 4, has been named the Spring 2025 recipient of the Spirit of Nursing award, one of the highest honors bestowed upon a graduating nursing student. The Spirit of Nursing award is presented each semester to the graduate who best exemplifies the philosophy and core values of the LMC Nursing Program. The award recognizes not only academic success, but also the personal
Lake Michigan College to award 454 degrees and certificates at May 4 commencement ceremonies
Lake Michigan College will host its 78th annual commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. (Arts & Sciences and General Studies) and 1 p.m. (Career & Workforce and Health Sciences) Sunday, May 4, at Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Jenkins Theatre on the Benton Harbor Campus, 2755 E. Napier Ave.A total of 414 students will receive 403 degrees and certificates from 49 areas of study.Presenters include LMC Board of Trustees Chair Joan Smith, LMC Board of Trustees member John Grover, LMC President Dr. Trevor A.
DR. ELAINE FOSTER NAMED LAKESHORE’S 2025 DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI
Chad Deja, President of the Lakeshore Alumni Association, announced Dr. Elaine Foster as the recipient of the coveted Lakeshore Distinguished Alumni Award for 2025. Dr. Foster is a 1978 graduate of Lakeshore and has distinguished herself in the field of nursing. Dr. Foster began her professional nursing career at South Bend Memorial Hospital upon graduating from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1982. Dr. Foster also earned a Master of Science in Nursing and a Ph.D. in
