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Michigan Foundation Offers $7,500 Trade Scholarships
Acts of KindnessMar 30

Michigan Foundation Offers $7,500 Trade Scholarships

The Lake Trust Foundation is handing out scholarships worth up to $7,500 for students entering skilled trades like nursing, welding, and HVAC. Applications close April 12, with five total scholarships available this year.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Bear Lake Student Makes Dean's List at Concordia University
Community HeroesMar 18

Bear Lake Student Makes Dean's List at Concordia University

Danielle Simo from Bear Lake earned a spot on Concordia University's fall semester dean's list while pursuing her dream of becoming an elementary teacher. Her achievement reflects the dedication of students working toward careers that will shape future generations.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
5 Bay College Students Win Statewide Scholarships
Community HeroesMar 18

5 Bay College Students Win Statewide Scholarships

Five students from a small Michigan college swept competitive statewide scholarships, then delivered speeches in front of peers from across the state. For many, it was their first time speaking at such a major event.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Michigan Group Offers $1,000 Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Allies
Acts of KindnessMar 3

Michigan Group Offers $1,000 Scholarships for LGBTQ+ Allies

PFLAG Manistee is accepting applications for scholarships worth up to $1,000 for high school seniors who champion inclusivity. The program honors local advocates who spent years building a more welcoming community.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read
Michigan Debates Best Ways to Support Working Families
SolutionsMar 3

Michigan Debates Best Ways to Support Working Families

Michigan's new education department is sparking an important conversation about how government can best help families balance work and child development. Officials and researchers are rethinking early education programs to ensure taxpayer dollars create lasting benefits for kids.

Google News - Student Achievement2 min read
Michigan Family Creates Scholarship Honoring Veteran Dad
SolutionsFeb 8

Michigan Family Creates Scholarship Honoring Veteran Dad

A Michigan high school will award its first scholarship honoring Jeffrey Church, a 1972 graduate who spent decades serving veterans at the local VA hospital. His family created the award to help students who share his love of service and school spirit.

Google News - Scholarship Awarded2 min read