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GRCC celebrates National Medical Assistants Day, 10th anniversary of groundbreaking program

Oct. 21, 2020, GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – Grand Rapids Community College Workforce Training leaders are celebrating National Medical Assistants Day by commemorating the 10th anniversary of its groundbreaking program. GRCC’s program in 2016 became the first Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs-accredited Medical Assistant program in the nation to be taught in a Registered Apprenticeship format.

My GRCC Story: Marine finds scholarship, financial support, motivation and focus

Randall Dragstra turned to GRCC after serving in the U.S. Marines. “I wasn’t quite sure what I wanted to do after I left the military, yet I knew I wanted to start my education,” he said. “GRCC was an easy pick for this as it was local and affordable.” Classes here helped him decide on manufacturing engineering. He cites professor Scott Lampe as a mentor who has given him good advice for both inside and outside the classroom.

First virtual transfer fair helps GRCC students plan where, how to continue their education

Representatives from more than 25 four-year colleges and universities will be available to help students plan the next steps on their educational journeys through Grand Rapids Community College’s first virtual transfer fair. Participants include public and private schools from Michigan and beyond, and students are free to visit as many as they want during the four-hour session. Representatives will be about to discuss transfer requirements, dates and deadlines and the available opportunities at their schools.

Kim Stoffel

Ways to connect with meIndividual Advising Appointments (In-person or virtual options)Individual appointments are great for students still deciding your major, discussing career and academic goals, or transfer planningAppointments are made in Navigate: My Appointment TimesVisit Kim's Virtual Office!Email QuestionsFrom your GRCC email, send me a detailed email to: kimberlystoffel1@grcc.edu. Include the following information:Your question, issue, or concernSpecifics about your GRCC goal and/or the courses involvedHow to Choose Classes:How do I choose my classes after my first semester?How do I choose classes using transfer tools?How do I choose classes using the GRCC Catalog?Watch this short video about using the GRCC catalogAbout MeKim began her educational career at GRCC earning an Associate of Arts degree in Pre-Psychology before transferring to Grand Valley State University where she completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Master of Education in Higher Education with a focus on College Student Affairs and Leadership.Passionate about helping students succeed, Kim has experience working in Academic Advising, Admissions and Enrollment, Financial Aid and Scholarships, and Academic Success. She has taught Introduction to College: New Student Experience courses and is a part of the Exercise is Medicine team on campus. As a former adult returning, first-generation college student, Kim aims to empower students who may not identify themselves as "traditional" by helping them to navigate their college experience and reach their goals.In addition to advising students, Kim also enjoys promoting health and wellness as an instructor at AM Yoga on the westside. She loves to spend her free time reading, gardening, and traveling with her husband, daughter, and two pups. Degrees and CertificationsMaster of Education, College Student Affairs and LeadershipBachelor of Science, PsychologyAssociate of Arts, Pre-PsychologyRegistered Yoga Teacher

GRCC mourns the loss of Bob Woodrick, a leader in addressing racism, supporting education in West Michigan

Oct. 3, 2020 GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. -- Bob Woodrick sought to challenge the hearts and minds of people in West Michigan about what he described as “the disease of racism.” Woodrick, who passed away Friday at 88, leaves a legacy of promoting community conversations and education on the topic through the Bob and Aleicia Woodrick Center for Equity and Inclusion at Grand Rapids Community College. 
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