Ferris’ on-campus COVID-19 preparedness plan for the spring semester remains nearly identical to that of the fall, despite reaching a record high number of active cases. On Jan. 11, […]
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History professor suspended for profane semester introduction video
On Sunday, tenured history professor Dr. Barry Mehler introduced himself and the new semester in a profane video he posted to YouTube saying, “Welcome to the new season of my […]
Annual Security and Fire Report shows increase of rape
This year’s Security and Fire Report showed that reports of rape on campus nearly doubled, rising from seven in 2019 to 13 in 2020. The report is released annually in compliance with the 1990 Cleary […]
The future of tenure at Ferris
Over the past 18 years, the number of tenured faculty members at Ferris has dropped by roughly 18%. This reflects the nationwide downward-trend of the 21st century. Data from the American […]
Culture in person
In person celebrations and observances of Native American Heritage Month will return to Ferris and KCAD for the first time since the pandemic began. Combined efforts from the Center for Student Involvement, the […]
A lack of transparency
A disconnect between faculty and administration persists as the committee searching for President Eisler’s successor is bound to a non-disclosure agreement. By signing the NDA, Search Advisory Committee members accept the […]
No tipping point
As COVID-19 case numbers rise at the national, state and university levels, Ferris has no plan for expanding campus-wide rules and regulations. The Re-entry Committee has been responsible for creating and executing a gradual re-engagement to face-to-face learning […]
New Michigan Budget Offers aid for Higher Education
On Wednesday, Sep. 29, Gov. Whitmer signed a new state budget into law that provides funding to universities and students. The overall budget is set at $70 billion, with $2.2 […]
A campus COVID conversation
As national COVID case numbers and tensions rise, community members found common ground during last Monday’s Deliberative Dialogue event. Deliberative dialogue is a collaborative method of thinking and talking. The […]
Campus construction
The Ferris State Alumni Building, located at the north end of campus, will be closed for construction at the beginning of next year. The construction project appears to last until […]