Sweet summertime is finally here. School’s out, and for many college students, that means it’s time to party. Not so fast though, Ferris State.
Summer
Parking advice from Ferris students
Nearly every Ferris student has woken up late for class and made a dash through campus looking for a vacant parking place. Knowing where to find a parking spot may […]
Mental illness, alcohol and drugs
Topics such as mental illness and substance abuse may seem hard to talk about, but it’s important incoming students are aware of where to get resources or help for these […]
We’re Cookin’ now
Captain Jim Cook is the interim director of the Ferris State Department of Public Safety. He is a lifelong resident of Big Rapids and has been employed at Ferris since […]
Bike tour rolls through Big Rapids
Providing another thing to do this summer, the FSU Alumni Office will be conducting a bike tour through Big Rapids on Saturday, June 29. The scholarship-supporting community event promises fun, […]
Big Rapids Checklist
Tubing, tubing, all the time Tubing is as close to a required summer activity as there is in Big Rapids. Activities on the river—tubing, canoeing, and kayaking— are the go-to […]
Spending the summer in Big Rapids
The weather has finally taken a turn for the warmer, and summer approaches. Though many anxious, Big Rapids-weary Ferris students are itching to head home, not all the out-of-towners are […]
Finding something different somewhere bigger
Grand Rapids Are the Rapids here not big enough for you? Don’t fret; they have grander ones about an hour south of campus. Grand Rapids is one hour south on […]
Loosey goosey
As a Type A personality, I understand perfectionists. But let’s be honest—nothing can be perfect. This seems very pessimistic but I have learned the hard way—numerous times— that it is […]
Welcome Week for dummies
It may be summer break, but it’s never too early to start planning for every college student’s favorite time of the year. No, I’m not talking about Christmas (although who […]