While the Trump Administration has reversed its course of revoking international student visas by restoring the student visa registrations of more than 1,500 international students, students are still concerned about […]
Posts by Kate Babel
My name is Kate Babel. This is my third year at Ferris and my major is Journalism and Technical Communication. I've worked at the Torch for about a year now. My favorite things to do are creative writing, painting, binge watching my favorite shows, and swimming. My favorite food is mac and cheese, and I love to travel to different places.
University camera updates
DPS will begin putting up new security cameras around campus with the installation set to be completed in August before the upcoming fall semester. The security cameras will be installed […]
Getting involved in automotive
The Automotive Expo took place on April 11, with a turnout of around 60 people looking for different opportunities. Hosted by the automotive engineering technology program, it featured students showing […]
Study abroad applications increase
Student interest and applications for study abroad have increased over the past few years. Increased interest in studying abroad began slowly picking up after the COVID-19 pandemic when world travel […]
Movie theater to return
Five years after its closure in 2020, the AMC movie theater in downtown Big Rapids is undergoing renovations and refurbishment. The Big Rapids City Council approved the refurbishment of the […]
Michigan college partnership
Ferris will be partnering with Grand Rapids Community College, Davenport and Grand Valley State University to create a new nursing program starting in the fall of 2025. This program will offer the […]
Women throughout the news
As someone going into the journalism field as a woman, I’m aware of the rough waters I’m about to enter. It is vital to highlight how women in journalism have […]
Student protest rights at risk
President Donald Trump’s comments and actions over student protests and the detainment of a student organizer in New York have stirred concern for the future of university-based protesting. Following a […]
Students talk career fair
Career fairs are all about seeking out job opportunities as various companies gather in one place. However, not every major is represented. On Feb. 27 at the Student Recreational Center, […]
Room renovation refresh
Renovations are underway as the Office of International Student Services fixes its office areas and lounge to create an open space for students and international students. The office suite is […]