Michigan Independent Colleges & Universities

07/11/2023

Congratulations to Siena Heights University on being named a College of Distinction!

State Representative Dale Zorn Senator Joe Bellino Rep Tim Walberg

7 Jun 2023 Jeff masseAlumni, SHU Global, SHU News College resource recognizes Siena Heights University for excellence in hands-on learning and student successSiena Heights University (SHU) has been named a College of Distinction for the 2023-2024 academic year, marking its commitment to providing a....

07/06/2023

With new programs, new and growing athletic teams, and on-campus activities, more and more students are flocking to Concordia University Ann Arbor's campus to begin their cardinal journey
Representative Jason Morgan State Senator Jeff Irwin Rep. Debbie Dingell

We all know that Ann Arbor is a great place to live, work, and explore as a college student. But, did you know that it is recognized nationally as one of the best places for people to live after graduation?

06/29/2023

We're not the least bit surprised to learn that more and more young students from around the world are intrested in the education and experience Calvin University provides.
State Representative Kristian Grant Senator Winnie Brinks Rep. Hillary Scholten

The doors to a Calvin education have never been more open. Students from more than 90 countries have submitted their applications to Calvin for the 2023-2024 school year.

06/27/2023

Congratulations to Adrian College on being named a College of Distinction!

State Representative Dale Zorn Senator Joe Bellino Rep Tim Walberg

Adrian College was recently named a College of Distinction, an Affordable College of Distinction, and was also recognized for its outstanding undergraduate business programs for the 2023-2024 academic year, marking its commitment to providing a high-quality undergraduate education that focuses on ha...

06/20/2023

Proud of the great work University of Detroit Mercy is doing to train and prepare the next generation of health care providers.

Representative Helena Scott Mallory McMorrow Representative Shri Thanedar

Tucked away in University of Detroit Mercy’s College of Health Professions on the McNichols Campus is a facility that looks like a working hospital.  

06/13/2023

Congratulations to these Aquinas College students on their impressive showing at MWest Challenge!

State Representative Kristian Grant Senator Winnie Brinks Rep. Hillary Scholten

06/08/2023

Very excited for Olivet College as it transitions to becoming The University of Olivet, reflecting its stronger, bolder, and forward-looking array of new programs and its enrollment of new students.

State Representative Angela Witwer State Senator Sarah Anthony Rep. Elissa Slotkin

Olivet College is becoming The University of Olivet, reflecting its stronger, bolder, and forward-looking array of new programs.

06/06/2023

Alma College has been recognized for its commitment to prepare graduates who think critically, serve generously, lead purposefully and live responsibly by Colleges of Distinction, a guide for college-bound students.

State Representative Jerry Neyer State Senator Roger Hauck Congressman John Moolenaar

Business, education and nursing programs specifically receive plaudits.

05/25/2023

With an eye to slowing down ‘fast fashion’ on campus, five Albion College students also added $1,300 to the Center for Sustainability and the Environment’s green fund.

Representative Jim Haadsma Jonathan Lindsey for State Senate Rep Tim Walberg

On most college campuses, the end of the semester means saying goodbye to students – then dealing with dumpsters bursting with discarded items. Yes, there is a lot of trash, but also a many items that look like they were used once and then discarded, including clothes.

05/23/2023

Great story. When Amar Sudhaker began noticing food insecurity on the Andrews University campus in the spring of the 2021 academic school year, he set out to do something about it.

State Representative Brad Paquette Senator Aric Nesbitt Rep Tim Walberg

Left to Right: Prescott Khair, Frances Faehner, Brian Parker, Amar Sudhaker, Nehemiah Sitler, Christina Hunter and Mery Tynes at the grand opening of Manna, a new food pantry in University Towers on the campus of Andrews University. (Photo by Nicholas Gunn)

05/09/2023

Kettering University is among the top 31 universities and colleges providing students the best bang for their buck, according to Business Insider.

Representative Cynthia R Neeley Senator John Cherry Dan Kildee

Kettering University is among the top 31 universities and colleges providing students the best bang for their buck, according to Business Insider.

05/04/2023

University of Detroit Mercy graduate programs in Engineering, Business, Law, Health Professions and Liberal Arts & Education were once again ranked among the top in the nation in the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Colleges’ edition.

Representative Helena Scott Mallory McMorrow Representative Shri Thanedar

University of Detroit Mercy graduate programs in Engineering, Business, Law, Health Professions and Liberal Arts & Education were once again ranked among the top in the nation in the 2023-24 U.S. News & World Report’s ‘Best Colleges’ edition.