LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department announces Fall semester performances
The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department has announced its schedule of student performances for the Fall 2024 semester. All events will be held in the LMC Mendel Center on the Benton Harbor Campus, 2755 E. Napier Ave. Oct. 11 Student Music Recital, Hanson Theatre, noonOct. 17 Wine & Roses Vocal Concert, Hanson Theatre, 7 p.m.Oct. 24 Something Wicked This Way Comes Choir Concert, Jenkins Theatre, 7 p.m.Nov. 1 Student
Lake Michigan College Awards Professor Emeritus status to Jill Claeys after distinguished 45-year c
Lake Michigan College Awards Professor Emeritus status to Jill Claeys after distinguished 45-year career BENTON HARBOR, MICH. – During its August meeting, the Lake Michigan College Board of Trustees approved conferring Professor Emeritus status to Jill Claeys in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the College, its students, and the broader educational community. Claeys began her professional career with LMC in 1978. She was hired as coach of the women’s basketball team, intramural sports
Lake Michigan College Instructor Kristen Robinson to Appear on Jeopardy!
Lake Michigan College Instructor Kristen Robinson to Appear on Jeopardy! BENTON HARBOR, MICH. – Lake Michigan College is thrilled to announce that Kristen Robinson, a respected history instructor, will be a contestant on the iconic television game show, Jeopardy! this Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Robinson, known for her passion for history and dedication to her students, will showcase her knowledge on the nationally televised program. This exciting opportunity highlights not only her expertise in her
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U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Dan Rooney to speak as part of the Lake Michigan College Speaker Series on N
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Dan Rooney to speak as part of the Lake Michigan College Speaker Series on Nov. 7 BENTON HARBOR, MICH. – The Lake Michigan College Mendel Center welcomes Lt. Col. Dan Rooney as part of the LMC Speaker Series at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7. Rooney is a United States Air Force fighter pilot, Folds of Honor founder, and PGA professional. He is also the author of “Fly Into the Wind: How to Harness Faith and Fearlessness on Your Ascent to Greatness” and “A Patriot’s Calling: My Life as an
Lake Michigan College sonography students offer free 3D/4D ultrasounds
Lake Michigan College sonography students offer free 3D/4D ultrasounds BENTON HARBOR, Mich. — The Lake Michigan College Sonography Department is offering free 3D/4D ultrasounds to the community beginning in October. This opportunity is open to all expectant parents, providing a chance to see your baby using the latest ultrasound technology. LMC Diagnostic Medical Sonography students, under the supervision of qualified professionals, will use prenatal ultrasound machines to capture multiple pictures of your
Lake Michigan College to host up to 60 colleges and universities at College Night event on Sept. 16
Lake Michigan College to host up to 60 colleges and universities at College Night event on Sept. 16 BENTON HARBOR, MICH. – Representatives from up to 60 colleges, universities, trade schools, and branches of the military will be on hand when Lake Michigan College hosts College Night at the LMC Mendel Center from 6-7:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 16. The Mendel Center is located on the College’s Benton Harbor Campus at 1100 Yore Ave. The free event is for high school students and their parents who are exploring
Lake Michigan College Hosts Constitution Day Presentation on September 17, 2024
Lake Michigan College Hosts Constitution Day Presentation on September 17, 2024 BENTON HARBOR, Mich. — In honor of Constitution Day, Lake Michigan College (LMC) invites students, faculty, and community members to a special presentation on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 in the Main Building on the Benton Harbor campus. The event will take place from 2:00 to 2:45 p.m. in room L-311, located above the library. Dr. Chris Paine, a distinguished member of the LMC history faculty, will lead a discussion on
Lake Michigan College recognizes first Police Academy graduating class in 40 years
Lake Michigan College recognizes first Police Academy graduating class in 40 years BENTON HARBOR, MICH. – On Wednesday, Aug. 28, Lake Michigan College recognized 14 recruits for successfully completing the College’s first Police Academy session in 42 years. The Academy, which gained approval from the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards (MCOLES) and the LMC Board of Trustees in 2023, has been reintroduced to address the anticipated wave of local law enforcement retirements. “There is high
Lake Effect Jazz Brings its End-of-Summer Big Band Sound to the Box Factory
Lake Effect Jazz Brings its End-of-Summer Big Band Sound to the Box Factory ST. JOSEPH, MI – Lake Effect Jazz Big Band will finish its summer concert season with special guests at the Box Factory for the Arts. Mark your calendar for Saturday, Sept. 21, 7-9 p.m. Tickets are $12 in advance at ticketstripe.com/lakeeffectjazz2024, $15 at the door, free for children 12 and under. This is the 25th year Lake Effect Jazz Big Band has brought its unique blend of traditional big band and contemporary jazz
Michigan Reconnect lowers minimum eligibility age to 21 for tuition-free community college, extends
Michigan Reconnect lowers minimum eligibility age to 21 for tuition-free community college, extends deadline to Dec 31, 2024BENTON HARBOR, Mich. —Michigan Reconnect, a tuition-free community college scholarship program that pays for students to attend community college tuition-free, recently changed the minimum eligibility age from 25 to 21 and extended the deadline to December 31 of this year.“By temporarily lowering the age for Michigan Reconnect from 25 to 21, we're opening doors of opportunity for up to
Lake Michigan College and Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber Team Up to Offer Bootcamp on Professio
Lake Michigan College and Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber Team Up to Offer Bootcamp on Professionalism, Soft Skills Benton Harbor, MI – Soft skills are becoming a significant challenge for employers both nationally and locally. To tackle this issue head-on, Lake Michigan College and the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber of Commerce are collaborating once again to offer a one-day bootcamp on professionalism and soft skills next month. The "Professional and Soft Skills Bootcamp" will take place on
MICHIGAN WORKS! ANNOUNCES EMPLOYER LINEUP AT UPCOMING JOB FAIR - THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 19TH
MICHIGAN WORKS! ANNOUNCES EMPLOYER LINEUP AT UPCOMING JOB FAIR BENTON HARBOR, Mich.- If you’re looking for a job, you’ll want to join Michigan Works! at their next hiring event where an estimated 25 employers will be meeting with candidates to fill their open positions. The next hiring event will take place on Thursday, September 19 from 10:00 am- 2:00 pm at the Michigan Works! Service Center, located at 499 West Main Street in Benton Harbor. Last month’s hiring event brought 25 employers and 310 job
Lake Michigan College Earns ALL IN's Highly Established Action Plan Seal for the 2024 Election Cycle
Lake Michigan College Earns ALL IN's Highly Established Action Plan Seal for the 2024 Election Cycle BENTON HARBOR, Mich. — Lake Michigan College is proud to announce that it has been awarded the Highly Established Action Plan Seal by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) for the 2024 election cycle. This prestigious recognition underscores the college's dedication to promoting nonpartisan democratic engagement and increasing student voter participation. The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge is
Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE brings the music of Prince to the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center
Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE brings the music of Prince to the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Jenkins Theatre BENTON HARBOR, MICH. – Party like it’s 1999 when Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE comes to the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Jenkins Theatre in Benton Harbor at 8 p.m., Friday, October 25. This five-piece group, which hails from Prince’s birthplace of Minneapolis, Minn., is the most celebrated tribute to Prince in the world, entertaining more than half a million fans
LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department holding auditions for Fall play
LMC Visual & Performing Arts Department holding auditions for Fall play BENTON HARBOR, Mich. – The Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department will hold open auditions for the Fall production of "I Never Saw Another Butterfly," directed by LMC Instructor of Theatre Shalico Sain. Students and community members are invited to participate in the auditions set for 5:30-8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, and 5-6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11 in the LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton
