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midmich.edu | 989.386.6622 ANNUAL REPORT 2013 MID MICHIGAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE Connections LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT A publication of Mid Michigan Community College It’s time to move forward. TABLE OF CONTENTS The past few years for Mid Michigan Community College have been exciting MMCC Lakers Update Inside Front Cover – we have planned big and reached far. We’ve defined who we are, and we’ve Mt. Pleasant Campus Construction Pg. 4-5 prepared ourselves for who we want to be. We challenged ourselves to move forward New Fully Online Degrees Pg. 6-7 into our vision of a Mid that best serves our students and local communities.

3D Printer for CAD Program Pg. 8-9 In this issue of Connections, you’ll read about the major construction projects that Capital Campaign Update Pg. 10 will soon be completed in Mt. Pleasant, along with the community partnerships Gifts to the Foundation Pg. 11-13 that made them possible. You’ll learn about expanded programs that serve high school students who take college classes, customized training programs Laker Distinction Scholars Pg. 14-15 that respond directly to area manufacturing demands, and Mid’s new approval to offer fully online degrees and programs. Short-Term Technical Trainings Pg. 16-17 These accomplishments serve as vivid examples of our commitment to Dual Enrollment Initiatives Pg. 18-19 move forward and meet new demands. As the economic and employment landscapes shift, the college must respond. As technology advances and new Students of Promise Pg. 20 educational models and deliveries appear, the college must adapt. While continuing to operate leanly and save for its future, Mid must continue to keep Foundation Financials Pg. 21 pace with these changes.

MMCC Financials Overview Pg. 22 Mid will undergo another major change in 2014, when the college welcomes a new president in July. For the past seven years, I have had the honor and MMCC Events 2014 Inside Back Cover privilege of serving as the President of Mid Michigan Community College. MMCC LAKERS MAKE THE TOURNAMENT RODENBO JOINS LAKERS These years have gone by quickly, faster than any others in my life. My time A Northern Tradition 2014 Back Cover at MMCC has been invigorating and rewarding, because Mid’s Board of It was an exciting season for the Mid Michigan Community The MMCC Lakers women’s Trustees, faculty, and staff have been eager to innovate, and our communities College Lakers men’s basketball team, who made it to basketball team is excited to have embraced the high quality education and services we provide. Perhaps the NJCAA tournament. After starting the season 5-12 and welcome Matt Rodenbo as the most of all, you have warmly welcomed both my husband, Jim, and me since enduring a few tough losses, the team went on a 10 game new head coach for the 2014-15 we arrived seven incredibly short years ago. Thank you for making us feel Editor-In-Chief: Jessie Gordon, [email protected] comfortably “at home” here in the heart of Michigan. winning streak and finished the season 15-13 including the season. Rodenbo most recently Graphic Design & Photography: Gregory Gunther Design Assistant: Peter DeRoche post season. coached the very successful Clare Change is inevitable, and Mid has proven that we are forward-thinking in our varsity girls’ basketball team. Mid Michigan Community College affirms its commitment to the approach to change. As I move forward personally, as leadership at the college The Lakers hosted, and won, the Region XII playoff game principles of equal employment and educational opportunity, and of non-discrimination in the provision of services to the public, shifts, as new buildings open and new initiatives launch, I am confident that against Lorain County Community College. As Region XII Prior to his coaching at Clare through its compliance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Mid’s focus on moving forward will serve the community well. Rights Act, Title IX of the Education Amendments, Section 504 Champions, they moved on to the District 2 playoffs where Schools, Rodenbo spent five of the Rehabilitation Act, the American with Disabilities Act, the It’s hard to say “goodbye.” But I step away knowing that Mid has transitioned they made it to the second round. years coaching boys’ basketball Age Discrimination Act, the Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act, and the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act. into a regional resource that will bolster a strong economy and provide a

for Alma Public Schools and talented workforce. Students from all over the state come here because they It’s been rewarding to see Mid’s athletic programs launch Mid Michigan Community College shall not discriminate in three years as the varsity boys’ employment or educational opportunities, or exclude participation Get More at Mid. I certainly did! and find success, and we look forward to future wins. The in the services provided as an institution, because of race, religion, basketball coach for Coleman High School. color, national origin, age, sex, family or marital status, height, MMCC Lakers men’s and women’s basketball teams will be weight, disability or any other status protected by law. His teams at Clare have been extremely successful, winning the past back in action in late Fall 2014. Hope to see you at a game! three Jack Pine Conference Championships and earning district and MMCC is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association, 30 North LaSalle Street, regional titles in the MHSAA post-season tournaments. Suite 2400, Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504, 1-800-621-7440, www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org. Several departments and programs are accredited by agencies specific to their disciplines. Carol A. Churchill, MMCC President

Recruiting for next season is going on now. To learn more

about MMCC athletics, visit midmich.edu/athletics. MID MICHIGAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE 3 TWO LOCATIONS – ONE COMPREHENSIVE COLLEGE

MMCC provides vital education and training to about 6,500 With the purchase of 44 acres The first project, theCenter students each year. These students come from 72 out of the 83 in Mt. Pleasant, the college for Liberal Arts and Business, counties in Michigan. While our reach is broad, most of MMCC’s staked out a space to build a will provide state-of-the-art students come from four counties. Clare and Gladwin County new campus, while developing classrooms and learning spaces residents represent about 31% of the students served, and about a strategic plan to move out of for the courses currently being 39% of MMCC’s students come from Isabella and Gratiot Counties. the Pickard building. offered at the Pickard building. In addition to classrooms, the MMCC has two campuses to serve this broad geographic area Through the help of funds building will include expanded effectively. Located inHarrison and Mt. Pleasant, these campuses from the State of Michigan library services and provide convenient access to quality higher education, no matter and generous donors, MMCC academic support. where a student lives. built the Herbert D. Doan Pickard Building The Morey Technical Education Center (Technical Drawing) Center for Science and Health The second project, the The Harrison Campus, first built in the late 1960’s, has offered Technologies in 2008. The Morey Technical Education comprehensive services to students. Over the years, the campus FAREWELL TO PICKARD BUILDING Center for Student Services Center, equips MMCC to has been expanded, renovated, and reconfigured to keep pace was added in 2011 to begin the offer technical training to THE MOREY TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER with changing service models and technological advances. Most MMCC says goodbye to its site on Pickard Street in transition to the new site and students and businesses in The design of the tech center was carefully engineered recently, the college renovated a building to make room for the Mt. Pleasant, which it renovated from an office move vital functions out of the the region. The technical with flexible spaces that will serve present and future new Center for Medical Imaging Studies. This project capped building to instructional space in 1993. The building has Pickard building. center directly responds to training needs in basic and advanced manufacturing off a decade of updates that have resulted in a state-of-the-art served MMCC well, but it can no longer support workforce development needs principles and technologies. While there will be dedicated campus ready to serve students for years to come. the college’s needs. This fall, two building with a centralized location for areas for welding and computer aided drafting, other projects, also supported by a technical training. areas are open and meant to respond to short-term While MMCC has been offering classes in the Mt. Pleasant area The operations housed at the Pickard building will move combination of state funds, training needs. since 1969, the college did not have a home until it purchased an to the new Center for Liberal Arts and Business when it college funds, and donor When construction in Mt. office building on Pickard Street in 1993. For the last 21 years, eth opens in Fall 2014. Once the transition is complete, the support, will finally allow Pleasant is complete, the The facility will also house the Small Business Pickard building has served as an adequate space for classrooms. Pickard building will be sold. MMCC to offer comprehensive region will be served by two Development Center (SBDC) – supported by the Small However, it never truly accommodated the college’s needs, and services on its new Mt. Pleasant comprehensive campuses. Each Business Administration and hosted by MMCC – that it could not offer comparable services to those that students Campus – services that are at equipped to meet the needs of will continue to assist entrepreneurs and help grow received in Harrison. last comparable to what can be local students, businesses, and established businesses. found on the Harrison Campus. the community. In an effort to provide comprehensive services to all of MMCC’s The tech center is scheduled to open for Fall 2014 classes. service area, the college began a major campus building project in 2005.

The Center for Liberal Arts and Business, currently under construction in Mt. Pleasant. It is scheduled to be open for Fall 2014 classes.

4 CONNECTIONS ANNUAL REPORT 2013 MID MICHIGAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE 5 MMCC DEGREES AT YOUR FINGERTIPS It’s not hard to see the ways that technology impacts our lives, from how we communicate with one another, to how we bank and spend money and make travel plans. Every year, computers and mobile devices become more necessity than luxury. For young adults and teenagers, FULLY ONLINE information is literally at their fingertips. MMCC has been advancing its online course offerings and delivery systems to meet the demand from students and working professions for more flexible, accessible avenues for education. The college has offered online programming since 1999, but it attained a major milestone in March 2013 to offer fully online degrees.

The Higher Learning Commission, MMCC’s accrediting agency, approved the fully online degree designation after reviewing MMCC’s site, infrastructure, and quality check points. Dr. Laura Vosejpka, the faculty developer for Science 200 online, utilizes Five of MMCC’s Associate’s Degrees are leading-edge software to record, edit, and create instructional videos already 100% online, as are four of its one- for her students. In order for students to gain hands-on experience, year credentials. Many others require only Laura uses LabPaq kits, which allow students to safely conduct scientific a few face-to-face classes outside of their experiments outside of the college laboratory setting. DEGREES online coursework. Beyond their online learning, students can receive placement testing, advising, and other college support services remotely.

“We devote a great deal of our resources to developing robust learning experiences and rich social connections in our online environments,” says Jessica Wicks, Director of Internet Technologies and Distance Education. “These sorts of courses also provide our students high-quality and innovative experiences that prepare them to think, work, and adapt in technology-rich landscapes.”

This shift positions MMCC to serve new populations, and it advances the college’s open door philosophy. Online degrees offer options to those who face geographic, time, and transportation barriers to pursuing their educations.

Plans are in place to continue expanding online offerings at MMCC. To learn more about the college’s degrees and what percentage can be taken online, visit midmich.edu/online.

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TURNING IDEAS INTO REALITY

MMCC’s CAD (Computer Aided The new 3D printer offers Drafting) program has seen benefits to local manufacturers significant student placement as well as MMCC’s students. and achievement since the The college is offering area associate degree was launched manufacturers access to this in 2011. Roughly 90% of all technology. of MMCC’s associate degree earners in this field have “This is just another example successfully transferred to four- of MMCC partnering with year universities or entered the local businesses in an effort job market as CAD Designers. to support our communities,” says Scott Govitz, Executive As its most recent accolade, Director of Economic and MMCC has added a 3D printer Workforce Development. to offer students additional “We’re hoping that a number hands-on training in this leading of area manufacturers edge design technology. With looking to rapidly prototype the addition of the 3D printer, new products and create MMCC students can see their custom-designed 3D printed computerized designs become parts will consider MMCC a ERIC SANDER 3-Dimensional working models first stop in this process.” —Computer Aided Drafting & Design Faculty that they can hold and test. For more information about “The 3D printer allows students MMCC’s CAD program or for Eric Sander has been the full-time faculty of the CAD to physically test their designs discussions about accessing its program at MMCC since June 2002. His love of CAD and and truly understand why a part 3D printer, contact Eric Sander 1 2 3 passion for teaching create a dynamic and energetic does or doesn’t work,” says Eric at [email protected]. learning environment for students. Eric has a simple Sander, MMCC CAD Instructor. teaching philosophy—if he can show students how much “This technology has really he enjoys CAD and how exciting CAD careers are, then added a new learning dynamic students will fully engage in his courses. for my students.” Before Eric began teaching for MMCC, he taught high school classes for Harrison and St. Louis Schools. In addition to teaching, Eric has been working as a part-time CAD Product Designer for Manitowoc-Mt. Pleasant since 1998. 4 5 His wealth of teaching and industry experiences enrich his overall effectiveness as an instructor.

FROM CONCEPTUALIZATION TO COMPLETION “I feel most rewarded when I hear one of my current or past students tell me that they’ve landed a job in the field,” Step 1: A 3D digital model of the part is created with CAD software and then sent to the 3D printing software. Step 2: The 3D printing software Eric says. “MMCC connects so well with local businesses sends the information to the 3D printer where a physical prototype is made of a liquid-hardened, powder-based material. Step 3: The excess powder material is removed in a separate pressurized air blower machine. Step 4: The semi-hardened 3D printed part is dipped into a liquid and organizations that it fosters successful student glue solution for final strengthening and curing and then set out to dry. Step 5: The completed part is able to be used for further testing, job placement.” conceptual design, and assembly.

8 CONNECTIONS ANNUAL REPORT 2013 MID MICHIGAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE 9 SUPPORTING Thank you to the dedicated individuals that helped lead Gifts to the MMCC Foundation this campaign! Many thanks to these donors and sponsors for their contributions to the MMCC Foundation between July 1, 2012 and June 30, 2013. For the last Excellencetwo years, the MMCC Foundation, along with many dedicated CAMPAIGN FOR EXCELLENCE volunteers, has been working to support facility development with a capital Jaynie Smith Hoerauf, P.C. HONORARY CHAIRS Myers for Tires, Inc. campaign – The Campaign for Excellence. This effort represents an opportunity to LEADERSHIP GIFTS ($5,000+) Hubscher & Sons, Inc. Rick Barz – Isabella Bank Robert Bess Peter Basso Associates, Inc. invest in the education and workforce development needs of our region. Huhtamaki Plastics, Inc. Lon Morey – The Morey Foundation Dr. James Bicknell Dirk and Carol Presidio Ellamary Kane Dave Kyle – Kyle’s Manufacturing Chemical Bank Ray’s Bike Shop David and Ann Kedrowski With 225 donations and pledges, the Campaign for Excellence has reached the Carole Dennings – Riverwalk Place DeVere and Carol Dennings Albert and Colleen Sawaya Thomas and Patricia Kedrowski $5 million milestone! Dr. James Bicknell IV – MidMichigan Health Eckersley Enterprises Carol Stuhr Erma Kleinhardt Isabella Bank Tandem Transport Chris Kliewoneit Although the campaign has been successful, there are still unmet needs. Costs Kyle’s Manufacturing Three Rivers Construction Krapohl Ford Lincoln Co. J.T. and Patricia LaValley CAMPAIGN FOR EXCELLENCE LaBelle Realty Robert Ullom have changed since the financial plans for the buildings were developed four years Law Offices of D. Todd Diederich Paul and Laura Vosejpka ago, and additional support from the community will reduce the burden on the CORE TEAM Steve Martineau Letherer Truss, Inc. Michael Huenemann, Chair MidMichigan Health Coloma Warner college and its students. Levitt Law Firm, PC Carol Churchill PNC Weinlander Fitzhugh Tim and Lori Lickly Jolene Compton Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation Charles and Darlene Wolohan Robert and Meredith List To address these needs, the MMCC Foundation is kicking off a Community Phase Bret Cook Richard Smith Zinser Plumbing & Heating Inc. Sherlyn Loubert of the campaign that will give everyone in the central Michigan area a chance to Brandon LaBelle The Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Maggie Magoon support the college and to learn more about the work it is doing in the community. Rod Loomis Foundation Manitowoc- Mt. Pleasant Scott Mertes The Morey Foundation Bill Mathews PATRON GIFTS ($250 - $999) Members First Credit Union Dani Montini United Apartments Ace Hardware of Clare Scott Mertes Henry and Gloria Adamski Cindy Mussell Warner Petroleum Corp. MidMichigan Medical Center-Clare Volunteers Barry Alford and Lucia Elden Kim Shea Roy and Brenda Mienk The Campaign for Excellence Supports: Gary and Patricia Allen Steve Stark Matt and Tonya Miller Alro Steel Martin Trombley Brent and Jessica Mishler BENEFACTOR GIFTS ($2,500 - $4,999) Tammy Alvaro MMCC Faculty Senate CENTER FOR LIBERAL ARTS AND BUSINESS Bryan Wieferich Carolyn Bay George and Olive Alward Dani Montini Doris Bicknell Michelle Ambrozaitis – MT. PLEASANT CAMPUS Morbark, Inc. Fair Salvage Company James and Sally Angelos Betty Mussell Unifies MMCC’s Mt. Pleasant operations Future Mold Arnold Sales MMCC FOUNDATION BOARD Cindy Mussell Drs. Patrick and Gwladys Austin on one campus, provides more room Dave Kyle – Clare, Chair JD Metalworks Joe and Betty Myers Bandit Industries Inc. Dan Timmins – Clare, Vice-Chair Dave and Sherry Kyle Nebraska Book Company, Inc. for student learning, and improves Ron and Kim Barnes Raymond Stover – Gladwin, Secretary Remer Plumbing, Heating & Air Nichols Cozy Cabins LLC academic support. Baxter, The Therapy Dog Conditioning Inc. Northern Logistics Robert List – Clare, Treasurer Robert and Lucienne Beacom Gail Nunamaker and Carl Ellinger Carol Churchill – MMCC President Robert and Betty Rulong Lewis and Mary Bender Old 27 Veterinary Clinic Gary Allen – Gladwin Spence Brothers Dr. David and Colleen Bremer Patt Chiropractic, P.C. Carolyn Bay – Clare Steven and Sherry Swan Cedar Avenue Family Practice Jeff Percha and Cheryl Meyer Robert Bess – Clare Ron and Peg Verch Central Canteen Services Plante Moran CENTER FOR MEDICAL IMAGING STUDIES Clare Hometown Chiropractic D. Todd Diederich – Clare Pleasant Graphics Comerica – HARRISON CAMPUS Al Goudreau – Isabella Public Affairs Associates, Inc. Gale Crandell Jeff Goyt – Clare Rowe Professional Services Company PARTNER GIFTS ($1,000 - $2,499) DeShano Community Foundation Provides a professional, clinical Ellamary Kane – Midland Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe Bonham Insurance Charles and Helen Dorcey Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics setting for student training and Betty Mussell – Clare Burkhart-Presidio Insurance Gail Dunham Anthony and Carol Santini additional space for the expansion Robert Rulong – Isabella Bill & Cappi Carter Martin and Kelley Eltzroth Gene Schmidt Marty Trombley – Isabella Jim and Carol Churchill Ronald and Gail Evans into other imaging technologies. Byron and Jennifer Schunk Clare County Community Foundation Honorable Thomas Evans Howard and Pamela Seeburger Honorable Joshua and Martricia Farrell Clare Rotary Club Jennifer Slade Federal Broach Jason Cotter David Sleeper MMCC BOARD OF TRUSTEES Beth Fitzpatrick Cruis’n Classics Scott and Kathryn Smith Douglas Jacobson – Chair Margaret Flynn Firstbank Snow Snake Ski & Golf Betty Mussell – Vice-Chair Anthony and Karmen Fox MOREY TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER SPACE Richard Allen – Secretary Harrison Lumber Do-It Center Anthony Freds – MT. PLEASANT CAMPUS StageRight Thomas Metzger – Treasurer Hobbs + Black Associates, Inc. Chip and Lillian Frick State Farm Insurance Company Carolyn Bay – Trustee Douglas Jacobson and Joan David General Agency Company Meets local demand for workforce Doak and Amy Stolz Mike and Ronnie Jankoviak Gladwin Rotary Club Eric Kreckman – Trustee Ray and Rose Stover development with flexible fast-track JBS Contracting, Inc. Christopher and Luanne Goffnett Terry Petrongelli – Trustee Superior Title & Settlement Agency, Inc. programs and fosters technical career Goudreau Associates Karry Kiste Tendercare-Clare Scott Govitz pathways for students. Stephen and Diane Lambert David and Allyson Thompson Jeff and Paula Goyt Michael and Carol Leary Dan and Mary Timmins Janet Grimm Lease Management Marty and Sandy Trombley Rex and Tammy Harcourt Valley Electrical Contractors Jim and Sharon Manning Richard and Patricia Harris Vincennes University

For more information about MMCC’s Campaign for Excellence, please contact To make a contribution, or to let us know of any errors in our donor list, contact Matt Miller at 989-386-6600 or [email protected]. Matt Miller at 989-386-6600 or at [email protected].

10 CONNECTIONS ANNUAL REPORT 2013 MID MICHIGAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE 11 Barb Wieszciecinski Paul and Grace Eisen James and Nancy Lloyd Al and Karole Strieter James and Jean Willis James and Marie Elliott Chris and Julie Lobdell Edwin and Marion Strouse Seth and Amanda Wismer Robert and Nancy Enders Shaelyn Long-Kish James and Teresa Szur Ernest and Donna Fairman Joe and Sue Lowe Robert Tefft Virginia Flones Nancy MacKlem Dawn Tesner Julie Fortino Shurtliff Beverley Mapes The Crown Group SUPPORT GIFTS (UP TO $249) Fox Ford Lincoln of Cadillac Ronald and Carolyn Martin Ed and Velma Thornhill Mark Adsit Ron and Donna Franzen Richard and Linda Marynowski Thrun Law Firm Daniel Ahac Sr. Friends of Clare County Parks & Rec. Clay and Linda Maxwell Ronald and Debra Tripp Dawn Alberts Sarah Gariglio Karen McGuire Beverly Trowbridge Richard Allen Rick and Jan Garver McLaren-Central Michigan Shawn Troy MMCC | FOUNDATION Lacey Anderson Christy Gary Thomas and Ileen Metzger UEI, Inc. Arvco Container Corp. Roger and Judith Gendron Galen Miller James Vandermey Susan Atwood Ronald Gepford Richard and Judith Miller Rob and Liz VanDorin Dr. Alfred and Paula Austin George Gilmore Roger and Wanda Millhisler Peter Velguth Plan today . . . for tomorrow’s generation. Amy Austin Truman and Marilyn Glenn Dan and DeeAnna Mohr Patrick and Linda Voelker Milton and Bonnie Bain Mark and Kim Glessner Jack and Susan Morse Timothy and Sandra Waeiss Kathy Baker Corey Goethe Jane Murton Mary Wahl The MMCC Foundation has established a to honor individuals Ronald Balch Legacy Society Lindsay Golden Becky Nalevayko Jordan Webster Jerome and Mary Battaglia who have named the college in their estates. Charitable gifts in this form can Magen Gombosh Kevin Nehil Leila Louise Weldon Alli Baxter Robin Gooch Arnold Newman Anita West support scholarships, programs, facilities, and ongoing initiatives. Plans made Ann Bayes David and Debra Good Jan Noteboom Bill and Ann Whitman today will benefit the students at MMCC for years to come. Jenny Beemer-Fritzinger Jessica Gordon Sean O’Brien Janet Whitmer Floyd and Eleanor Berry Lynn and Judith Gould Mary-Jane Ogg Jessica Wicks Richard and Mildred Berry To become a member of the Legacy Society, an individual or family simply Richard and Cynthia Grabowski Norma Owens John and Joann Williams Dorothy Boge Gratiot Community Credit Union Donald and Francine Padgett Willow Creek Farms Feed Mill needs to indicate that they have made provisions for the college in their will, Bolle Farms Elizabeth Graveline James Paquin Willow Creek Farms Trucking trust, life insurance, or other estate planning instrument. It is that simple – Jeremy and Amy Bond Mary Griffore Craig Gerbe and Teri Paradise Alice Wilson Theresa Borawski there is no need to show proof or indicate an amount. Ronald and Cheryl Guinther John and Mary Parker Eric Wittig Mary Bosman Ginger Gulick Tony and Crystal Parker Wood’s Household Chuck Bowden Members of the Legacy Society will be invited to special events and Gregory and Connie Gunther Sally Patterson Kirk and Deanna Yats Stefan and Ashley Britt Marlene Hales Christopher Payne Jim and Arlene Yost receive much-deserved recognition. Margaret Bronder John and Therese Haley Chris Pellerito Bruce and Jan Yuille Jared Bruner Carolyn Hall Ivan and Bernice Perry Heather Zemanek Charles Bryan Jay and Luella Hall Mike and Terry Petrongelli Steve and Tina Burch Sarah Hamilton Hillary Phillips Robert and Sally Burgess LEGACY SOCIETY MEMBERS Membership in the Legacy Society Teri Hect Mary Pickelman Margaret Burkhart Vince and Gloria Held Justin Plevinski Gary and Patricia Allen is not a commitment to give and Kelli Butler Candace Henry-Schroder Gayle and Diane Prielipp Sallie Butler Dean* and Betty Eckersley is completely voluntary. Herrick Giftworks, Inc. Jeff Punches David and Suzanne Callahan Sally Hightower Wilma Randall Kenneth D. Kerswill* Lawrence and Louise Cameron Marion Hileman Alyse Redman Visit: midmich.edu/foundation Dennis and Deborah Carbeno James and Sharon Manning Jerome Hilliard Matthew and Kimberly Rice Jeremy and Jamie Carrier or contact Matt Miller at John and Susan Hood Don and Barb Richards Michael A. Stuart James and Phyllis Carrigan Genine Hopkins Ken and Linda Richardson 989-386-6600 for more Shelley Carter Charles and Darlene Wolohan Ray Horrocks Ashlee Ritchie Bill and Marjorie Case information. House Dairy Steven and Shirley Robinson *Deceased Terrance and Joan Cashin Marsha Hovey Richard and Mary Roe Roger and Emily Chase Donald and Mary Huber Richard Roehrs Clare Co. Chapter of Mich. Assoc. of Retired Royce and Kaela Humm David and Marie Roth School Personnel Linda Jensen Christine Rowden Clare County Historical Society Mark Jewell Karley Roy Brian Clark Clayton and Nicole Johnson Gary and Barbara Rutherford Tonya Clayton Janet Johnston Connie Sanderson Marcia Clupper Charles and Cynthia Jones Michele Sandro Don and Carolyn Cobb Patricia Jones Steven and Debra Schnur Don and Mary Cole George Jurick Larry and Nancy Schofield Jim and Carol Colville GIFTS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE Jonathan Kappa Ronald and Darlene Schunk Jennifer Cooper Jack and Patricia Kehoe Carl and Bernadette Schwind Hernan and Lori Cortez On behalf of Mid Michigan Community College and the students who will benefit, we are so grateful for these contributions toward Joseph and Gay Kent William and Florence Scott Tim and Teri Coscarelly our students’ success. These generous gifts are an investment in our students and our community. Edward and Kathryn Kerr Ron and Beth Sendre Coyne Oil & Propane Robert and Tammy Killian Jerry and Judith Shackelford Hilda Damron Elizabeth Kindermann Mike and Kim Shea Gifts like these provide much needed resources to our students, enhance their academic experience, and support program Carol Darlington Jim and Becky Knickmeier William and Ruth Ann Shearer development. As we continue to provide our students paths toward great careers, this support allows us to adapt and grow to meet Floyd Dennis John and Kelly Koch Jeanne Shelander Jerry and Janet Denton the needs of an ever-changing workplace. Charles and Mary Koella Mr. and Mrs. Stan Sickafoose Peter and Melissa DeRoche Robert and Barb Krell Guy and Sharron Smith Arvil and Tena Diamond James Kridler Rick Smith Joann and George Dickerson Thomas Kunse South Lyon Church of Christ Gifts can be made by using the enclosed envelope. Brian and Grazia Dickinson Mr. and Mrs. Bob Kurtz Vance and Jacqueline Southwell Edward and Delores Dickinson Larry and Mignon Laverty Bill Spencer You can also give online at midmich.edu/donate. Jim and Renee Doherty Lee and Katherine Leasher Kerrie Spinney Kurt and Cindy Donovan Barney Ledford Don Stabenow Contact Matt Miller at Melissa and Brandon Dunkle Karen Lee Steve and Amy Stark Bryan and Donna Dysinger 989-386-6600 for more information. Kirk and Karen Lehr Nelson and Lola Steele Roger and Patsy Ehle Lois Lippold Jan Stewart Thank You!

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MMCC launched a new competitive To qualify for LD Scholarships, applicants “It’s impossible to convey how scholarship program in 2013, which must be Michigan high school seniors challenging final selection is,” notes awards eight exceptional high school with a 3.5 GPA or better. Jessie Gordon, MMCC’s Director seniors full ride scholarships. Laker of Admissions. “The applicants are Distinction (LD) Scholarships are offered Selection for these scholarships occurs outstanding—I think that all of us who at two award levels, with four of each over the course of two months, and spent time with these students have being conveyed. applicants attend two events at MMCC as renewed hopes for our future leaders. they progress through the process. Final Our local communities include some The scholarship’s traditional level determinations are based on applicants’ truly remarkable young people.” provides for 31 credits worth of tuition leadership, service, and academic and fees. Presidential LD Scholarships, performance, which are assessed midmich.edu/distinction EXCELLENCE IN ACADEMICS, LEADERSHIP, SERVICE AND CHARACTER the highest awards, include 62 credits through a variety of measures. Students (the equivalent of an associates degree) submit creative response pieces, write worth of tuition and fees. The Presidential on-campus essays, and, for those LD Scholarship is renewable and includes moving to the final round of selection, a $500/semester stipend for books and undergo a series of short interviews school supplies. with MMCC personnel. 2013 2014 LAKER DISTINCTION PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP LAKER DISTINCTION PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARSHIP Tenley McLaughlin Home School Katlin Kindel Ithaca High School Caleb Loomis Alma High School Tara Pummell Clare High School Sheridan Ervin Sacred Heart High School Shayann Richardson McBain High School Paige Onstott Clare High School Nicole Solomon Beaverton High School

LAKER DISTINCTION SCHOLARSHIP(1 YEAR) LAKER DISTINCTION SCHOLARSHIP(1 YEAR) Laker Distinction Presidential Scholarship Award Keegan Rohdy Farwell High School Malinda Hershberger Clare High School Recipients 2013-2014: (L-R) Katlin Kindel, Tara Janine Sassel Coleman High School Emily Branigan Shepherd High School Pummell, Nicole Solomon, Shayann Richardson Kent Feiss St. Louis High School Vanessa Waldron Ithaca High School Mikaeli Campbell Mt. Pleasant High School Travis Walton Clare High School

2013 LD SCHOLARS, CURRENTLY ATTENDING MMCC, SHARE THEIR APPRECIATION

Receiving this scholarship meant more than a financial Being at Mid has been a break for me. It meant that a group of strangers chose me great experience. I’ve been to represent MMCC. Through a selection process in which challenged and offered they met a number of talented people, they thought “this many opportunities to girl is going somewhere, we believe in her.” That means so grow and learn. The much more to me than a check in the mail. scholarship I received —Sheridan Ervin, LDPS-2013 was truly an honor and a blessing. With it, I’m looking forward to what the future has in store After high school, I wasn’t entirely sure where I was going, for me here at Mid and but I knew some things that I really needed in my college. beyond. I wanted to start where I felt comfortable, where I’d get —Tenley McLaughlin, LDPS-2013 attention, and where I could receive all of that affordably. This scholarship and MMCC have given me all of that and more. I am beyond thankful for being awarded it. —Mikaeli Campbell, LDS-2013

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FAST TRAINING PROGRAMS GET STUDENTS JOBS Mid Michigan Community completers with the Two more College has responded to basic knowledge and sessions, local employers’ requests abilities to succeed in offered in for better-skilled workers entry-level positions. October and and developed a series of February, have rapid training programs. Students learn in very prepared an Because of an industry hands-on settings additional shortage of entry-level and take advantage of 23 students. welders and fabricators, “reverse job shadowing,” area employers have in which local The Welding and partnered with MMCC manufacturers visit the Manufacturing/Plastics to offer trainings that labs and observe students programs offer 120 total specifically meet their as they learn. All students hours of training, running employment needs. were offered applications 20 hours a week for six for employment and weeks. The CNC program The college’s first series internship opportunities includes 160 hours of training of these programs by the visiting company and involves 30 hours of training concluded this June, representatives. a week for six weeks. Because of with twelve students their success, more sessions will be completing the welding Through these held by the college in the future. program and another connections, more than ten completing the CNC half of the participants in Costs for the trainings range from Programming course. the first round of trainings $1,500-$1,700, but these can be offset received or accepted job for qualifying individuals through Short-term and intensive offers within one week of Michigan Works! in nature, these programs course completion. offer skill-specific training that provides program

THE MIDDLE SKILLS GAP: MICHIGAN’S TOTAL JOB MIDDLE SKILL : 47% OPENINGS BY SKILL LEVEL, Jobs that require more than a 2009-2018 high school diploma but less than a four-year college degree HIGH SKILL: 32% Jobs that require a four-year college LOW SKILL : 21% degree or more Jobs that require a high school For more information about the programs, including a full sequence of the modules that will be covered diploma or less and the training schedules, visit midmich.edu/rapidresponse or call 989.386.6614.

Source: Calculated by TWA from Michigan Department of Energy, Labor and Economic Growth data.

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Beginning in May, high schools courses has also shifted over These programs range from can earn upwards of 30 college graduate their senior classes. the last few years. Though a Early College models, in which credits toward their general “I loved my dual enrollment experience. It prepared me to This used to mark the start number of students still enroll students complete a 5th year education requirements. jump into being a fulltime student as soon as I graduated. of college-bound students’ through online courses or of high school and finish with Many programs include a journeys; the following fall, at MMCC’s campuses, many a full associates degree from combination of coursework It taught me how I learned best, how to interact in classes, they would enter college others participate in structured MMCC, to directed college taking place at the high and how to get the most out of my education.” classrooms for the first time. dual enrollment programs. coursework at the high school schools, online, or on one of —BethAnn Morgan But, for today’s graduates, site itself, in which students MMCC’s campuses. many will collect their high school diplomas having Enhanced dual enrollment already earned a number of programs are on the rise. Meet BethAnn MMCC has received a number college credits. BethAnn Morgan attends Alma education. MMCC is a really Dual Enrollment Head Count of requests to partner with College. She started there as a interactive environment, and Through Dual Enrollment, local school districts in Early junior in the Fall of 2012, even the small classes and personal taking college classes while 900 Colleges or in offering college though she’d just graduated approach of its instructors still in high school, students 806 courses at high school or ISD/ from Chippewa Hills High School perfectly equipped me to can gain up to sixty college 800 RESD sites. Such partnerships in May of 2010. Through dual transition into college.” credits before they’ve involve intense effort from 700 enrolling her entire senior year graduated. And many do. both the college and the and attending MMCC during “For me, it was so important While enrollment at MMCC for 600 579 partnering K-12 provider, spring terms and the 2011 to learn about college while in all other student populations because each program is school year, BethAnn completed high school. I think it’s part of has stayed steady or declined uniquely constructed to the reason I can manage my 500 451 two years of her program at since Fall 2008, enrollment 414 address the specific goals MMCC by the time she’d been time so well and a big reason 400 by high school students has and needs of the K-12 partner out of high school for one year. for the plans that I have to keep grown immensely, increasing 314 301 and its students. Ultimately, pursuing education, even past a 300 by nearly 500 students and enhanced dual enrollment “I loved my dual enrollment bachelors degree. I’m confident over 250%. 200 programs benefit students experience. It prepared me that I can succeed.” through their ease of access to jump into being a fulltime It’s not just the number of 100 and increased support services student as soon as I graduated. BethAnn plans to pursue a students dual enrolling that like college placement testing, It taught me how I learned best, masters degree at MSU when has changed. Where and how 0 academic advising, and how to interact in classes, and she completes her bachelors students take their college Fall 2008 Fall 2009 Fall 2010 Fall 2011 Fall 2012 Fall 2013 supplemental instruction. how to get the most out of my degree at Alma College.

18 CONNECTIONS ANNUAL REPORT 2013 MID MICHIGAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE 19 About Students of Promise

The MMCC Foundation’s Students of Promise program promotes cultural awareness, academic achievement, higher education, and social development to academically promising students who face significant challenges in their lives.

Students are nominated and selected from among the seventh grade students at Beaverton, Clare, Farwell, Gladwin, and Harrison schools. Up to twenty-five 7th grade students are selected for the program each year.

With nearly 130 students participating, the program is really making a difference in our community. The students are encouraged to reach their highest potential through activities and opportunities that broaden their horizons, expose them to higher education, and allow them to interact with positive role models.

First SoP Cohort Profile 19 of the original 25 members stayed in the program until graduation. MMCC FOUNDATION FINANCIAL REPORT FY 2012 - 2013 3.27 was the average GPA of persisting students. 15 of the 19 enrolled in some form of higher education, Each year, thousands of students across central Michigan attend MMCC. Some are pursuing goals of enrichment. with 9 of those attending MMCC and 2 participating in Others are preparing to transfer to a university, and still others are training for a technical career. Their motives Farwell’s Early College program. may be different, but the results are the same – a higher quality oflife. These students are supported through the Foundation, which invests gifts in funds that provide for the college Second SoP Cohort Profile over the long term. Such gifts provide much needed resources in vital areas like scholarships, program development, and improved facilities. 15 students are still involved in the program. REVENUES EXPENSES 2.80 is the average GPA of persisting students. Gifts - Scholarships $55,890 Scholarships $85,593 8 students plan to attend MMCC in the Fall, 6 will be Special Events - Scholarships $22,984 Foundation Grants $6,218 attending colleges other than MMCC, and 1 is undecided. Gifts - Foundation $7,856 Designated $5,817 Special Events - Foundation $112,120 Capital $53,063 Gifts - Title III Matching $9,642 Athletics $9,338 Gifts - Capital $3,943,318 Students of Promise $27,393 Gifts - Designated $9,089 Operations $10,653 Gifts - Athletics $1,970 Special Events - Athletics $12,702 Total Expenses $198,075 FOUNDATION Investment Income $270,375 Net Increase in net assets $4,247,871 Total Revenues $4,445,946

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% MMCC FINANCIALS 70 72% MMCC FY 2012-13 (FY 2012-2013) 60% State Avg FY 2012-13

MMCC’S REVENUE SOURCES 50% Due to its low millage rate and stagnant state aid, MMCC is heavily 40% 45% reliant on tuition and fees for funding. In fact, MMCC is more % dependent on tuition revenue than any other community college in 30% 34 the state. When coupled with a local millage rate that is the second % lowest among all community colleges, a funding structure unique to 20 20% 18% MMCC is created. Changes in enrollment have a significant impact 10% A YEAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS to the college’s budget, which make careful fiscal management and 9% % % prudent savings top priorities. 0 1% 3 APR “Lend Me A Tenor ” Theatrical Production Tuition & Fees Property Taxes State Aid Other 1, 3, 8 &10 (Comedy) On a historic night at the Cleveland Opera Company, 11 & 12 world-famous tenor Tito Morelli is to perform in Otello. Through a 2014series of mishaps, Tito receives a double dose of tranquilizers, causing the house manager to believe he is dead and setting off a chain reaction of slapstick and mistaken identity. midmich.edu/theatre MMCC ANALYSIS OF OPERATIONS BY CAMPUS (FY 2012-2013) APR Rust Shaker Mountain Bike Race 26 Get rusted! Our fifth-annual mountain bike race is an exciting event Harrison Mt. Pleasant Online TOTAL that helps raise money for student scholarships. REVENUE midmich.edu/rustshaker

State Aid 1,335,612 2,428,315 898,608 4,662,535 A Northern Tradition Tuition & Fees 4,987,996 9,061,438 3,592,914 17,642,348 APR 27 Join us for an evening of shopping, great food, prizes, and more! All Property Tax 2,302,045 0 0 2,302,045 funds help enhance the College’s services to our community. (see Back Cover for more information.) midmich.edu/ant Other Revenue 85,833 96,814 35,826 218,473 Total Revenue $ 8,711,486 $ 11,586,567 $ 4,527,348 $ 24,825,401 JUNE Sweat Shaker Mountain Bike Race 28 Gonna make you sweat! This fifth-annual mountain bike race helps raise money for student scholarships while bikers show off their EXPENDITURES strength and endurance biking on MMCC’s very own trails. midmich.edu/sweatshaker Instruction 3,451,434 4,568,863 1,587,278 9,607,575 Public Service 451,021 0 0 451,021 MAY Commencements Instructional Support 766,217 1,028,132 694,301 2,488,650 10 There will be two ceremonies on Saturday, May 10th, 2014 at Clare Public Schools, 603 Schoolcrest, in Clare. The ceremonies will begin at Student Services 705,138 1,282,031 474,421 2,461,590 11:00 am and 2:00 pm. Institutional Administration 1,032,804 1,877,771 694,876 3,605,451 Physical Plant 1,244,238 820,994 27,196 2,092,428 MAY Spring Classes Begin Registration for Spring begins in April Total Expenditures $ 7,650,852 $ 9,577,791 $ 3,478,072 $ 20,706,715 19 SEPT MMCC’s Annual Barbeque & Fall Festival 14 MMCC’s premiere event helps raise money for student scholarships. Total Revenue Over Expenses $ 1,060,634 $2,008,776 $1,049,276 $ 4,118,686 Festival goers enjoy many events throughout the day including a barbeque, carshow, health fair, games for kids and live entertainment .

Less Transfers For Get your running shoes on! MMCC’s Timber Trail RACES are always an Bond and Interest Payments 416,690 exciting part of the Barbecue and Fall Festival. midmich.edu/bbq Required Grant Matches 527,960 AUG Fall Classes Begin Facility Upgrades, Fiscal Year 2012-13 279,117 23 Registration for Fall begins in April Reserved for Future Capital Projects 2,928,697

Revenue Over Expenses Net of Transfers $ (33,778) Get More events at Mid.

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Detroit Tiger and Michigan Native Member of the 1984 World Series Your $50 event entry Championship Team ticket includes this year’s exclusive {Photo courtesy of limited edition print Tom Hagerty} by this talented artist.

Sunday, April 27, 2014 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Jay’s Sporting Goods in Clare

Join us at the 13th Annual Northern Tradition at Jay’s Sporting Goods. Help support the MMCC Foundation’s goal to enhance the College’s services to the community. This is an evening of exclusive shopping, good food, demonstrations, special guests, prizes and more!

For more information, please contact Matt Miller at 989.386.6600. Visit midmich.edu/ant