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Ferris State breaks ground on new Jim Crow Museum
Ferris State University broke ground on the new Jim Crow Museum. The museum, currently housed in the basement of the FLITE library, will be getting a 22-million-dollar building near the […]
Astronomy returns to Ferris
Astronomy courses will return to the university next semester for the first time in five years. Astronomy, the study of everything in the universe beyond Earth, has informed humankind’s knowledge […]
Ferris receives the Quick Start grant
Ferris received a $75,000 grant from the state of Michigan aimed at “eliminating academic barriers and exploring strategies to improve the school’s advising.” There were nine other institutions statewide to […]
Student intentions
Over the past 10 years, Ferris State’s ability to retain students has stagnated throughout the last five years, with the highest rate of 75% being nine years ago according to […]
Internship tips
Concerns Not getting any responses when applying Low pay or unpaid Not seeing postings for the position they want Finding internships Difficulty balancing an internship and other commitments Possibly requiring […]
Bulldog Connect reimagined
Bulldog Connect will make the switch over to Ferris360 in January. Bulldog Connect has been a landing page for registered student organizations to post any information, allowing them to register, […]
Step Afrika! stomps onto stage
On Wednesday, Nov. 13, Williams Auditorium proudly welcomed the performance of Step Afrika!, which featured professional dancers performing the African American college tradition of stepping. The event was sponsored by […]
Littering concerns
Ferris State and Big Rapids have seen a pile-up of trash in certain areas throughout the community. Trash is not a new problem for the community, but a solution is […]
Walking for awareness
Diabetes Awareness Month brought students to the Student Recreation Center to educate them about diabetes on Nov. 12. This educational event raised diabetes awareness while encouraging healthy habits and exercise […]