We strive to enhance the quality of life and cultural awareness of our students and the community, building a greater sense of civility, social competency, the ability to think critically and to help students lead meaningful and productive lives.
Why Language & Thought at GRCC?
- Upon graduation, you'll be ready to transfer as a junior to a four-year college or university.
- Many of our courses qualify for the Michigan Transfer Agreement, meaning they're highly transferrable to many colleges and universities in Michigan.
- In our programs, you'll explore the human experience, connect and contribute to your local and global communities and have the opportunity to travel abroad.
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GRJC gave me the platform to succeed at Michigan, and eventually I was able to use the skills I perfected in grad school to teach my most beloved subjects at GRCC
David Cope
Programs in this Department
Faculty & Staff
Leadership
Mary Lucas
Department Head
(616) 234-3604
Professional Support Staff
Kaitlyn Verhulst
Support Professional
(616) 234-3544
Faculty
Derek Bolen
Assistant Professor
(616) 234-4666
Dana Borzea
Assistant Professor
(616) 234-3035
Molly Brown
Assistant Professor
(616) 234-4084
Justine Bryant
Affiliate Assistant Professor
(616) 234-3251
Hillery Haney
Professor
(616) 234-4380
Christopher Johnston
Assistant Professor
(616) 234-2214
Benjamin Mielenz
Associate Professor
(616) 234-4376
Brooke Morenz
Assistant Professor
(616) 234-2284
Robert Mulligan
Assistant Professor
(616) 234-3133
Dennis Sutton
Professor
(616) 234-4606
Gordan Vurusic
Professor
(616) 234-4801
Jeff Winkle
Assistant Professor
(616) 234-2227