University College and the SCHOLAR Program are hoping to coordinate a Students with Children Network University College and the SCHOLAR Program have been working collaboratively over the fall semester to […]
Posts by Stephen Jackson
What Holiday is it Anyway?
The entire holiday industry overexposes us to some of the best times of the year For many people Thanksgiving is now a distant memory and most have now set their […]
Ready for the Storm
Ferris was recognized as a StormReady University by the National Weather Service During times of inclement weather, Ferris students, faculty and staff can be assured that their safety is a […]
Pedestrian Crosswalk Safety on Campus
With a focus on recent traffic incidents, new university taskforce is looking to increase pedestrian safety In light of the recent student death and other vehicle-pedestrian related incidents on campus, […]
A Promise Renewed
The university has decided to provide funding for the Mich. Promise Grants and Competitive Scholarships for the fall semester through federal stimulus Although the state has cut or reduced funding […]
The G.O.P. Comeback
Republican victories in the New Jersey and Virginia gubernatorial elections were only the foot-in-the-door for any major Grand Old Party (G.O.P.) attempt to “take back” the country from the Democrats.
As much as I’d like to say that winning in New Jersey and Virginia was all the Republicans needed to forecast the political outlook of the country a year from now, I won’t. I’m not that naïve.
The G.O.P. still has too much work cut out for itself before supporters can even think about taking back the majority in Congress next year, let alone having a chance at the presidency in 2012.
Financial Woes for Nursing Students
The Michigan Nursing Scholarship, which provided up to $4,000 a year to eligible nursing students, was among the many programs eliminated from the State of Michigan Budget. The program provided […]
Giving the Gift of Warmth
A Ferris organization collected winter clothing to be donated to local elementary school children ‘Tis the season for giving, and one Ferris organization upheld that tradition by collecting used clothing […]
State Budget Battle Subsides
Governor Granholm signs remaining bills for a final budget eliminating funding for various programs Governor Jennifer Granholm signed the six remaining budget bills on Oct. 29, finalizing the $44.5 billion […]
Debate’s New Direction
The debate and forensics team is looking for success with a new coach and several young members The Ferris State debate and forensics team is starting out a successful year […]