Colleges/Universities

Published April 7, 2022

Novi graduate competes on ‘Wheel Of Fortune’

NOVI — Growing up, Lahari Vavilala would watch “Wheel of Fortune” with her family almost every night. One night, they encouraged her to apply to be on the show.

Stephen Ball, originally from Southfield, is the new dean of students at Harvard Law School, a role in which he hopes to help students navigate their careers amid uncertain times.

Published March 10, 2022

Southfield Sun

Southfield native becomes first Black man to serve as dean of students at Harvard Law School

SOUTHFIELD — Stephen Ball’s educational and career exploits have taken him from his hometown of Southfield to places far and wide, culminating in his current position as the new dean of students at Harvard Law School.

Local professor receives grant for device to detect toxic air particles

Published February 24, 2022

Southfield Sun

Southfield professor receives grant for device to detect toxic air particles

SOUTHFIELD — A professor at Lawrence Technological University has received funding to develop new technology with the potential to detect toxic particles in the air.

Published February 9, 2022

Metro

MCC Skilled Trades and Technology Center renovations begin

WARREN — As the need for highly skilled employees in manufacturing, technology and skilled trades continues to grow, Macomb Community College is keeping up with the demand.

Published November 11, 2021

Shelby - Utica News

OCC automotive instructor from Utica receives statewide recognition

SHELBY TOWNSHIP/UTICA — Oakland Community College’s Claude Townsend recently received a prestigious statewide recognition.

Published October 27, 2021

Warren Weekly

Local students learn about college options

WARREN — Applying to colleges can be an exciting time for students, but it also can be stressful. To help make the process run a little more smoothly, Michigan has deemed October College Month.

Published October 6, 2021

Warren Weekly

New MCC teaching facility, dental clinic opens

WARREN — The enthusiasm for the new Macomb Community College dental science program could be felt among school officials and local dignitaries who gathered for the facility’s unveiling Sept. 17.

LTU showcases eco-friendly companies, green technologies

Published September 8, 2021

Southfield Sun

LTU showcases eco-friendly companies, green technologies

SOUTHFIELD — A recent event by Lawrence Technological University highlighted the opportunities available to businesses through its C3 Accelerator.

Published September 8, 2021

Metro

Experts discuss dorm room glow-ups

METRO DETROIT — As colleges and universities welcome students back, those who opt to reside on campus are faced with the challenge of how to decorate often small and blank-walled dormitories.

Laura Wallace managed to make the dean’s list for the summer 2021 semester at Lawrence Technological University, all while working in a hospital ICU during a pandemic.

Published August 23, 2021

Metro

Student juggles school, hospital work during pandemic

METRO DETROIT — Laura Wallace’s message to fellow nursing students is that, when the going gets tough, like in a pandemic, keep going.

Published July 28, 2021

Metro

Product developed by Wayne State professor touted to be safer for marine life

METRO DETROIT — After spending weeks and months in the water, the bottom of a boat can become a slimy mess, as algae and other marine organisms coat the hull.

Chandler Park Academy High School graduate Jaylen Body was named a Gates Scholar and will receive a full-ride scholarship to Michigan Technological University.

Published June 20, 2021

Advertiser Times

Chandler Park Academy High School graduate named Gates Scholar

HARPER WOODS — A Chandler Park Academy graduate recently was awarded a prestigious scholarship from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

LTU sees first ever graduating nursing class

Published May 28, 2021

Southfield Sun

LTU sees first ever graduating nursing class

SOUTHFIELD — Twenty-six students at Lawrence Technological University made history May 8 as the first class of nursing students to graduate from the university.

Published April 22, 2021

C&G Newspapers

Chippewa grad named OU’s top male scholar

CLINTON TOWNSHIP/ROCHESTER — Jack Andrews has taken full advantage of his collegiate experience, advancing his own career aspirations while also benefiting others.

Published April 21, 2021

Macomb Township Chronicle

Macomb Township native takes to design for CMU show

MACOMB TOWNSHIP — While applying to attend Central Michigan University and knowing she wanted to enter the world of fashion, Lauren Bark was drawn to the Threads Fashion Show.

The Oakland County Community College automobile servicing program received national accreditation from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation. The program had to meet a five-step accreditation process.

Published April 6, 2021

C&G Newspapers

OCC Auto Service program receives national accreditation

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Oakland Community College automobile service program has achieved national accreditation by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation.

Lawrence Tech to offer new scholarship to STEM majors

Published March 27, 2021

Metro

Lawrence Tech to offer new scholarship to STEM majors

SOUTHFIELD — In the founding documents written for Lawrence Technological University, the words “every student deserves an education, and finances should never get in the way” are written.

Published March 11, 2021

C&G Newspapers

New grads face altered landscape during COVID-19

OAKLAND COUNTY — As the COVID-19 pandemic rages on, the job market continues to suffer.

Published February 24, 2021

Metro

MCC tuition rates to increase slightly next year

MACOMB COUNTY — Macomb Community College students will see an increase in their tuition next year.

Published February 19, 2021

Advertiser Times

U of M study gathers input from businesses coping with COVID-19

HARPER WOODS — A University of Michigan program is looking at methods for aiding local businesses during the difficulties of COVID-19 and are talking with several Harper Woods-area businesses to gather data.