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MiLEAP Announces College Success Grant Opportunity to Help Michigan Colleges Increase Graduation Rates

Michigan Business Network
March 20, 2024 6:00 PM

Michigan public and tribal colleges could receive up to $1 million to help more Michiganders earn degrees or certificates

LANSING, Mich. – Today, the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) announced that Michigan community and tribal colleges and universities can apply for College Success Grants. The funding can be used to create, support or improve programs or strategies that increase student success and boost graduation rates.

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MiLEAP Cuts Red Tape Making More Families Eligible for High-Quality, Affordable or No Cost Child Care

Michigan Business Network
March 20, 2024 11:00 AM

MiLEAP makes policy change to ensure eligible working parents who are working or going to school have equal access to child care subsidy

LANSING, Mich. – Today, the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP) announced a policy change to make it easier for more families to access low or no cost child care. Effective February 25, 2024, MiLEAP removed the requirement that primary parents cooperate with the Office of Child Support to qualify for low or no cost child care through the Child Development and Care Program.

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Sparrow News: Sparrow Carson Hospital Nurse Earns DAISY Award for Compassionate Care

Michigan Business Network
March 18, 2024 8:00 AM

CARSON CITY, MI – Sparrow Carson Hospital has recognized Emergency Department Nurse Craig McAlvey with the DAISY Award after he was nominated by a patient for his compassion and comforting care.

The nomination noted, “Craig was extremely compassionate, informative and comforting when working with us. He talked to us like we were family and constantly ensured us that we were in the best hands.

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Eaton County & Barry-Eaton District Health Department Launch Substance Use Survey

Michigan Business Network
March 15, 2024 7:00 AM

Focus groups scheduled to gather more information 

EATON COUNTY, MI – As part of its strategic planning initiative for substance use and misuse, Eaton County, in partnership with Barry-Eaton District Health Department (BEDHD), seeks input from county residents with experiences dealing with substance use.

The survey is open until April 13 for Eaton County residents, including those with a history of substance use or misuse, loved ones, providers, emergency responders, and the general community.

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Brian Peters, MHA, State Budget Addressing State’s Workforce Challenges

Michigan Business Beat
March 14, 2024 9:00 AM

Chris Holman welcomes back Brian Peters, CEO, of MHA, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, Lansing, MI.

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Brian Peters, MHA, State Budget Addressing State’s Workforce Challenges

Michigan Business Beat
March 13, 2024 5:00 PM

Chris Holman welcomes back Brian Peters, CEO, of MHA, the Michigan Health & Hospital Association, Lansing, MI.

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MSU Health Care | MSU Health Care Sports Medicine Announces Ice Rink Naming Rights Sponsorship

Michigan Business Network
March 13, 2024 7:00 AM

 with Black Bear Sports Group’s Biggby Coffee Ice Cube - East Lansing 

East Lansing, Mich. – East Lansing skaters will now have an updated space to learn and practice ice-related athletics thanks to MSU Health Care Sports Medicine’s sponsorship of the Black Bear Sports Group’s Biggby Coffee Ice Cube - East Lansing ice arena.

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Teri Sand, CAMW! Feb. '24 Talent Fund FY24 Cycle 1 Applications Submitted

Michigan Business Beat
March 12, 2024 10:00 AM

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Teri Sand, SHRM-CP, PHR, CBSP, CRP, Business Services Manager, Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham Eaton, and Clinton Counties


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MHA | MHA Monday Report March 11, 2024

Michigan Business Network
March 11, 2024 6:00 PM

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ICYMI: Michigan Business Beat | Teri Sand, CAMW! Feb. '24 Talent Fund FY24 Cycle 1 Applications Submitted

Michigan Business Beat
March 11, 2024 11:15 AM

Jeffrey Mosher welcomes back Teri Sand, SHRM-CP, PHR, CBSP, CRP, Business Services Manager, Capital Area Michigan Works!, Lansing, MI, but serving Ingham Eaton, and Clinton Counties


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