GRCC Spearheads Collaborative Effort to Enhance Humanities Transfer Pathways

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Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) recently hosted the May Institute, an event associated with the University of Michigan’s Transfer Bridges to the Humanities (TB2H) program. This event, held on May 10 at GRCC’s Secchia Piazza, was the first time GRCC hosted this biannual gathering. It was attended by over 75 representatives from the University of Michigan and community college TB2H grant partners, including Schoolcraft College and Henry Ford College. The focus was on discussing and improving transfer practices and co-curricular learning opportunities.

The May Institute included updates on the program’s progress from each institution, a panel discussion with current and former students, shared meals, and breakout sessions. These sessions aimed to enhance dialogue on various aspects of the TB2H program and to improve support for students moving from community colleges to four-year universities.

One of the key presentations was by Adrianne Washington, an assistant professor from the Community College of Baltimore County. Washington shared experiences from a similar grant, offering insights that could help improve and adapt the program at other institutions.

The event also highlighted the financial support for these initiatives, mentioning a $3.4 million grant from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation awarded in 2022, following an initial $1.6 million in 2018. This funding supports the partnership between the University of Michigan and the participating community colleges, aiming to create a more diverse and inclusive student body.