Lake Michigan College Police Academy cadets recognized during 2026 graduation ceremony
Lake Michigan College recognized 14 graduates of its Spring 2026 Police Academy during a ceremony on Wednesday, July 8, in the LMC Mendel Center Jenkins Theatre on the College’s Benton Harbor campus. LMC reintroduced its Police Academy in 2024 after a 42-year program hiatus to address a growing local need for the next generation of law enforcement professionals. With the completion of the third program session, 41 cadets have graduated and gone on to serve with 14 area city, township, and county departments
Lake Michigan College launches new Project Management Accelerator
Lake Michigan College is launching a new workforce training program designed to develop project management skills through a combination of structured instruction and real-world application. The Project Management Accelerator begins September 8, 2026, and is now open for enrollment. The 48-week program is applicable across industries, including manufacturing, construction, municipal public works, business operations, and engineering, as well as to any organization managing complex projects with
LMC Red Hawk student-athletes receive statewide accolades for academic excellence
Student-athletes from all nine Lake Michigan College intercollegiate sports teams have received statewide recognition for classroom excellence from the Michigan Community College Athletic Association. The recent MCCAA announcement for the 2025-2026 season included 62 LMC players. Among them are 51 who have earned individual Academic All-MCCAA status for a cumulative GPA of 3.20 or better, and 11 recognized as individual Academic All-Conference recipients for a GPA of 3.00 to 3.199. Additionally, the Red
Enrollment open for Lake Michigan College fall 2026 Extended Education courses
Lake Michigan College's Extended Education program is offering an extensive lineup of fall classes designed for career advancement, skill building, and personal enrichment. Courses are offered at the College’s Benton Harbor and South Haven campuses and at the Allegan Tech Center, as noted. Registration is required for all classes, and space is limited. CDL-A TruckingMultiple sessions offered – visit www.lakemichigancollege.edu/extended-education/cdl for dates$5,200 | LMC South Haven CampusThree-week
Lake Michigan College Board Approves Fiscal Year 2027 Operating Budget
Lake Michigan College's Board of Trustees has approved the college's General Operating Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27), reflecting a 1.86% increase in total spending over the prior year. The budget is designed to support student access and institutional quality while maintaining a commitment to sound financial stewardship. "LMC has always been a careful steward of public dollars,” said Dr. Ken Flowers, President, Lake Michigan College. “With budget negotiations still unresolved in Lansing and
Lake Michigan College Names Dr. LaToya Mason as Provost
Lake Michigan College is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. LaToya Mason as Provost. Dr. Mason brings more than 13 years of progressive leadership experience in higher education administration to the role, having most recently served as Dean of Health Sciences Education and Interim Provost at the College. Dr. Mason has been a cornerstone of Lake Michigan College since 2013, building a distinguished record of academic innovation, program development, and institutional advancement. As Dean of Health
Cass County School Supply Spectacular Registration is Now Open
Registration is now open for the 2026 School Supply Spectacular, and United Way of Southwest Michigan is asking Cass County families who could use a hand to sign up before backpacks run out. The annual event gives local students in need a free backpack filled with age-appropriate school supplies so they can start the year ready to learn. Online registration is now open at SchoolSupplySpectacular.com. Backpacks are available to children from pre-K through 12th grade who reside in or attend school in
Hard cider release marks expanded Lake Michigan College wine and viticulture program curriculum
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – Hard cider production is an emerging industry in Michigan, with the state now standing as the second-largest producer of the craft beverage in the country. According to the 2025 Economic Impact Study of the Michigan Craft Beverage Industry, more than 135 Michigan beverage makers craft hard cider, producing over 1.2 million gallons annually. Wineries and cideries in Southwest Michigan are instrumental in this growth, making the region one of the top in the state for production of the
