ALLENDALE, Michigan, June 10 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * Agreement between GVSU, Wayne County Community College District will strengthen region's workforce in key areas By Michele Coffill Leaders from Grand Valley and Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) signed an agreement June 9 that creates smoother pathways for WCCCD students who want to earn degrees from GVSU. The agreement opens doors for direct pathways for transfer students interested more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 14 -- Michigan State University issued the following news: * * * AI at a critical time: Leaders and students gather for summit as MSU shapes role in AI education, research By Mark Johnson More than 300 MSU staff members, including more than 100 who attended the morning plenary session of the AI Summit online, participated in the May 7 event. In-person participants gathered at the STEM Teaching and Learning Facility, bringing together a diverse audience of educato more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, June 11 [Category: BizLaboratory Sciences] -- Dow, a materials science company that says it serves customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications, issued the following news release: * * * Canadian court orders NOVA Chemicals to pay Dow an additional CAD$1.6 billion judgment * MIDLAND, Mich., June 11, 2025 -- The Court of King's Bench of Alberta, Canada has issued a judgment ordering NOVA Chemicals Corporation to pay D more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 9 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Carbon capture method mines cement ingredients from the air * U-M research helps develop method for creating cement precursors from carbon dioxide Study: Selective Electrochemical Reduction of CO2 to Metal Oxalates in Nonaqueous Solutions Using Trace Metal Pb on Carbon Supports Enhanced by a Tailored Microenvironment (DOI: 10.1002/aenm.202501286) University of Michigan researchers have helped deve more PR

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, June 11 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: * * * CMU's College of Medicine Mount Pleasant Sim Center earns ASPE accreditation By Kelly Belcher As part of the inaugural accreditation process, the Association of Standardized Patient Educators (ASPE) has granted full accreditation for human simulation to the simulation lab on the College of Medicine's Mount Pleasant campus. Only 19 simulation centers in the country were included in the initial ac more PR

BRISTOL, Connecticut, June 12 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release: * * * ESPN Showcases the 2025 UFL Championship Game Presented by Underdog on Saturday in Primetime * Saturday, June 14 at 8 p.m. ET | ABC, ESPN Deportes & ESPN+ Featuring an Immersive, AudioCast Alternate Viewing Experience on ESPN+ ESPN culminates the UFL season with the exclusive showcase of the 2025 UFL Championship Game presented by Underdog on Saturday, June 14, at  more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 9 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Federal travel ban ignites racial bias debate * EXPERT Q&A President Trump's long-anticipated travel ban takes effect today, marking a significant shift in U.S. immigration policy. University of Michigan expert Jonathan Hanson, a lecturer in public policy at the Ford School, said the implications of this controversial measure will negatively impact many sectors. How surprised were you by Trump's mo more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 13 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * First quantum-mechanical model of quasicrystals reveals why they exist * Quasicrystals couldn't be simulated with quantum mechanics because of their irregular atomic patterns. A new method overcomes this challenge. Study: Quasicrystal stability and nucleation kinetics from density functional theory (DOI: 10.1038/s41567-025-02925-6) A rare and bewildering intermediate between crystal and glass can more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, June 11 -- General Motors issued the following news on June 10, 2025: * * * GM to invest $4 billion in its U.S. manufacturing plants General Motors today announced plans to invest about $4 billion over the next two years in its domestic manufacturing plants to increase U.S. production of both gas and electric vehicles. The new investment will give GM the ability to assemble more than two million vehicles per year in the U.S. This announcement comes on the heels of the comp more PR

DETROIT, Michigan, June 10 -- General Motors issued the following news: * * * Introducing the 2026 OPTIQ-V The 2026 OPTIQ-V joins Cadillac's fifth generation of the V-Series portfolio, once again elevating the brand's performance offerings. OPTIQ-V infiltrates the V-Series brand with a youthful and vibrant persona, sporty luxury design, and performance-driven power. Features include: - Cadillac-estimated 519 hp and 650 lb-ft (880 NM) of torque in Velocity Max - Cadillac-estimated 0-60 time  more PR

ALLENDALE, Michigan, June 12 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * Judge Mathis opens symposium with call for mentorship, support By Michele Coffill Judge Greg Mathis opened the fourth annual Black Boys and Men National Symposium with a message to attendees to lift up young Black people through mentorship, structured households and love. And Mathis, known to millions who watch his TV show "Judge Mathis," spoke his own truth. The Detroit native grew up in a single more PR

ALLENDALE, Michigan, June 10 -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * Visionary behind the Thompson Working Families Scholarship is named a 'Michiganian of the Year' By Michele Coffill Ellen Thompson, co-founder of the Thompson Foundation and the driving force behind the Thompson Working Families Scholarship , was named one of the 2025 Detroit News Michiganians of the Year for her philanthropic vision that has helped thousands of students achieve their educational go more PR

ALLENDALE, Michigan, June 11 (TNSrpt) -- Grand Valley State University issued the following news: * * * GVSU survey: West Michigan economy improving, despite tariff uncertainty By Brian Vernellis Data collected by a GVSU researcher indicates the West Michigan economy is improving, even as local firms navigate the ongoing uncertainty of tariffs and global trade tensions. Brian Long, director of supply chain management at the Seidman College of Business, said his May survey of businesses and  more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 13 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Health care jobs bounce back after COVID-19, but some sectors still struggling * Research shows overall health care employment fully recovered from pandemic lows by 2024; office-based behavioral health surged 84% Study: Health Care Workforce Recovery After the End of the COVID-19 Emergency (DOI: 10.1001/jama.2025.8588) The U.S. health care workforce has bounced back from the massive job losses of more PR

LANSING, Michigan, June 10 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Michigan Dems Host People's Town Hall with Sen. Slotkin and Rep. McDonald Rivet While Republicans are hiding from their constituents, Michigan Democrats are holding town halls across the state to hear from working Michiganders * In case you missed it, Michigan Democrats, with Senator Elissa Slotkin and Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet, held another People's Town Hall in Lansing to more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 9 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * In crisis, nurses step up in health system resilience * Study: The role of the nursing workforce in health system resilience during disasters: A scoping review of empirical studies (DOI: 10.1016/j.ijnsa.2025.100361) Nurses deliver almost 80% of hands-on direct care globally, making them important in strengthening health system resilience. Despite their contributions during health crises, they remain  more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 14 (TNSjou) -- Michigan State University issued the following news: * * * Amazon trees under pressure: New study reveals how forest giants handle light and heat Why this matters: * Scientists use satellite images of light given off by plants -- called solar-induced fluorescence, or SIF -- to check how healthy the Amazon forest is. SIF is often used to estimate how much photosynthesis is happening. But this study shows that SIF may not be a reliable predictor of p more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 13 -- Michigan State University issued the following news: * * * Ask The Expert: How can we help children who have chronic pain? One of the few certainties in parenting is that when your child is in pain, you hurt too. When a child has long-lasting pain, families can feel helpless. Fortunately, researchers have identified cognitive behavioral therapy as an effective way to help kids cope with chronic painful health conditions. Here, Natoshia Cunningham explains h more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 11 -- Michigan State University issued the following news: * * * Ask the expert: How Pride Month has evolved and what that means for LGBTQIA+ representation The first Pride march was held in New York City June 28, 1970, on the one-year anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising. The Stonewall Uprising started with a raid on the gay bar, the Stonewall Inn, in New York City and resulted in six days of protests and fighting between police and the LGBTQIA+ community. In 1 more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 14 (TNSjou) -- Michigan State University issued the following news: * * * Some plants make their own pesticide -- but at what cost to the atmosphere? By Bethany Mauger A natural alternative to pesticides may be hiding in a misunderstood plant compound -- but it could come at an environmental cost. For years, scientists knew little about isoprene, a natural chemical produced by plants. New Michigan State University research 40 years in the making now sheds light  more PR

LANSING, Michigan, June 12 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: * * * Michigan Dems Blast Matt Hall and Republicans for Cutting Free School Meals and Defunding School Safety Ending free school meals could raise costs for parents by nearly $900 per year, and defunding school safety measures puts children at risk * LANSING -- With the release of the House Republicans' paltry education budget, Republican Speaker MAGA Matt Hall is focusing on raising costs and en more PR

LANSING, Michigan, June 11 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following statement on June 10, 2025: * * * Michigan Dems Chair Hertel Slams Republicans Following State Senate Hearing on Cuts to Food Assistance Programs LANSING -- Today, the state Senate Housing and Human Services Committee heard testimony from experts and community members about the impact on our most vulnerable families of congressional Republicans' proposed cuts to food assistance. In response to the hearings, Chai more PR

LANSING, Michigan, June 14 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following statement on June 13, 2025: * * * Michigan Dems Chair Slams Matt Hall's Dangerous Education Cuts, Failed Negotiations Behind closed doors, Hall avoided questions while Dems stood together to protect Michigan students * LANSING -- Last night, state House Republicans attempted to copy their federal counterparts and shove through a disastrous budget in just 15 minutes under the cover of night, despite the devasta more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 11 -- Michigan State University issued the following news: * * * New MSU research: Stronger communication results in stronger construction Why this matters: * Investment in multidisciplinary workforce development by the National Science Foundation creates safer infrastructure, reduces overall project costs and catalyzes innovation. * This research contributes to the science of organizations, engineering and research and development teams across industries that e more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 10 -- Michigan State University issued the following news: * * * MSU study examines state legislation on foreign ownership of US farmland Why this matters: * Foreign entities now hold 3.5% of privately owned U.S. agricultural land, prompting growing attention from lawmakers. * In 2023 alone, more than 30 U.S. states introduced bills seeking to restrict foreign ownership of farmland. * An MSU study analyzed over 140 bills and the actions of 6,700 state legislato more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 14 -- Michigan State University issued the following news: * * * MSU trustees approve university operating budget, tuition rates for fiscal year 2025-26 By Mark Bullion, Lauren Scott and Dan Waun During its June public meeting, the Michigan State University Board of Trustees approved the university's $3.69 billion fiscal year 2025-26 operating budget, which includes tuition and fee rates for the upcoming academic year. "MSU's enduring strength lies in our vibran more PR

EAST LANSING, Michigan, June 12 -- Michigan State University issued the following news: * * * MSU Water Alliance supports interdisciplinary research, community partnerships in second year The MSU Water Alliance is helping faculty connect across disciplines, supporting student and young professional research, and turning scientific expertise into real-world solutions. Launched in 2023, the alliance brings together more than 230 scientists, specialists, educators, students and community partner more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, June 13 -- Northwood University issued the following news: * * * Northwood Launches Public Phase of $100M When We Are Free Campaign During the President's Freedom Celebration today, Northwood University officially launched the public phase of the When We Are Free campaign -- a $100 million fundraising initiative to sustain and advance America's Free Enterprise University. "The When We Are Free campaign is the most ambitious and consequential initiative in Northwood Univers more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, June 13 -- Northwood University issued the following news: * * * Daniel & Pamella DeVos Pledge Largest Gift in Northwood History In a historic gift, Dan and Pamella DeVos have pledged $20 million through their foundation to support Northwood University over the next five years. "This gift is the largest in Northwood University history," stated Northwood President Kent MacDonald. "We are so grateful to Dan and Pamella DeVos for their loyal support of Northwood University. A more PR

MIDLAND, Michigan, June 10 -- Northwood University issued the following news: * * * NSA Validates Northwood's Program of Study in Cybersecurity Management Validation Positions Northwood as a Candidate for One of the Highest Distinctions in Cybersecurity Education * Northwood University's Program of Study in Cybersecurity Management has been validated by the National Security Agency (NSA) through its National Cryptologic School program. This prestigious recognition affirms that Northwood's p more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 10 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * RFK Jr.'s dismissal of CDC vaccine advisory panel: U-M public health, medical experts can comment * EXPERTS ADVISORY University of Michigan experts are available to weigh in on the decision by Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to remove all members of the CDC's 61-year-old Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Abram Wagner, assistant professor of epidemiology and more PR

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, June 9 -- The University of Michigan posted the following news: * * * Science, meet art: U-M museums' insect, plant collections on display at Toledo Museum of Art * The velvet petals of peonies, lilies, tulips and passionflower bloom so realistically in Dutch painter Rachel Ruysch's still lifes that it looks like you could ruffle them with your fingers. Ruysch was one of the most well-known and well-paid artists of the late 1600s and early 1700s. Born in The Hague, Net more PR

FLINT, Michigan, June 13 -- The University of Michigan-Flint issued the following news: * * * UM-Flint's 2025-26 budget increases financial aid by $2M By Logan McGrady The University of Michigan-Flint's 2025-26 fiscal year budget increases institutional financial aid for students while empowering the university to advance its bold curricular innovation and groundbreaking student support efforts, thanks to a $138.4 million general fund budget approved by the Board of Regents June 12. The FY  more PR