LMC Music and Theater programs announce fall semester performances
The Lake Michigan College Music and Theater programs have announced the schedule of student performances for the Fall 2026 semester. All events will be held in the LMC Mendel Center on the Benton Harbor Campus, 2755 E. Napier Ave. Oct. 14 Wine & Roses Vocal Concert, Jenkins Theatre, 7 p.m.Oct. 21 Jazz Band Concert, Jenkins Theatre, 7 p.m.Oct. 23 Student Music Recital, Deckmann Studio, noonOct. 29 River and Roots Choir Concert featuring the
SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN REGIONAL CHAMBER ANNOUNCES 2026 HYPE JUDGING PANEL
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media Contact: Jasmine Hansen Events Director Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber jhansen@smrchamber.com SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN REGIONAL CHAMBER ANNOUNCES 2026 HYPE JUDGING PANEL Four Regional Business Leaders to Judge the Third Annual Shark Tank-Style Pitch Competition on November 18 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 10, 2026 St. Joseph, MI—The Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber is pleased to announce the panel of judges for the third annual HYPE (Highlighting Young
Lake Michigan College Ranks as No. 1 College Destination for Southwest Michigan High School Graduate
When college-bound Class of 2025 graduates in Southwest Michigan made their choice of where to continue their education last fall, more selected Lake Michigan College than any other college or university. Information released by MI School Data in its annual College Enrollment Destination Report shows that 274 graduates from public high schools in the LMC district enrolled at LMC within six months of graduation. That is more than the next four institutions combined. The LMC district includes all of Berrien
Lake Michigan College to host up to 50 colleges and universities at College Night event on Sept. 14
Representatives from up to 50 colleges, universities, trade schools, and branches of the military will be at College Night, hosted by Lake Michigan College. This year, the annual event takes place Monday, Sept. 14, from 6-7:30 p.m. in the LMC Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall. College Night is for high school students and their parents who are exploring the college selection process. Adults considering attending college and students planning to transfer are also encouraged to attend. The event is free, and
Lake Michigan College to Host Free Performance of Broadway Hit “What the Constitution Means to Me” f
Lake Michigan College will mark Constitution Day this year with a free performance of Heidi Schreck's acclaimed play “What the Constitution Means to Me,” open to the community. The performance will take place on Thursday, September 17 at 2 p.m. in the Mendel Center's Hanson Theater. The event is presented through a collaboration between the University of Notre Dame and The GhostLight Theater, and is sponsored by LMC Votes!, the College's nonpartisan voter engagement initiative. Following the LMC
Allison Allman Named MICPA 2026 Women to Watch Emerging Leader Award Recipient
Kruggel Lawton CPAs is proud to announce that Allison Allman, CPA, has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Michigan Association of CPAs (MICPA) Women to Watch - Emerging Leader Award. This award recognizes women who have made significant contributions to the accounting profession through leadership, community involvement, and a commitment to advancing the success of others. As a Senior Assurance Manager in the firm’s St. Joseph office, she serves nonprofit organizations, municipalities, and
LMC Theater Program holding auditions for fall production of Romeo & Juliet
The Lake Michigan College Theater Program will hold open auditions for the fall production of "Romeo & Juliet," directed by LMC Instructor of Theater Shalico Sain. Students and community members are invited to participate in the auditions set for 6-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, and Thursday, Sept. 10 in the LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor. Callbacks, as needed, are scheduled for Friday, Sept. 11. While the College prioritizes casting full-time enrolled students,
Lake Michigan College Encourages Adults 21 and Older to Take Advantage of Free Tuition Through Michigan Reconnect
Lake Michigan College (LMC) is encouraging adults across Southwest Michigan to take the next step toward their education and career goals as Michigan Reconnect is now available to eligible students age 21 and older. Through the Michigan Reconnect program, eligible students can receive free tuition toward an associate degree or eligible certificate program. The expanded eligibility creates an opportunity for more adults to return to college, build new skills, complete a credential, or pursue a new career
