YMCA specially recognizes the Lakins Oct 17, 2007
On Thursday, Oct. 11, the YMCA board of directors held their fifth annual meeting at Baker College. Afterwards, director Chris Gentry presented recognition awards to the to the 2002 founding board members; Ann Smith Zdrokowski, Dave Monson, Mary Dillon, Don Lakin, Christie Kearns, Tim Reaume, Amy Bizzigotti, John Raffaele and Rick Fulmer. (Cadillac News, MI)
Thousands make strides to stomp out breast cancer Oct 14, 2007
The three-year survivor was joined by her sister, Mary, and her husband, Kevin, along with several girls from Baker College. Breast cancer very often leaves many feeling alone. (ABC12.com)
Is sentencing reform in Michigan’s future? Sep 22, 2007
On Friday, retired Wexford County Judge Charles Corwin discussed sentencing reform and how it fits with the state s budget woes at a Lecture Luncheon Series, sponsored by Baker College and the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce. Reform is tied heavily to the state s budget problem because the Michigan Department of Corrections has a 2 billion budget, Corwin said. (Cadillac News, MI)
Training improves skill set at COAs Sep 19, 2007
On Wednesday, Nelson, Hopkins and other workers from the Wexford County COA as well as workers from the Missaukee County COA will be attending a Skills Lab Day at Baker College ... The Skills Lab Day at Baker College in Cadillac will give her hands-on training that she can use when she is working in homes with various senior citizens who receive COA care or help ... Baker College is hands-on, Nelson said. (Cadillac News, MI)
Dr. Don Newbury Column: A tubful of greetings for a Brownwood icon 09-04-2007 Sep 5, 2007
He heard friends talking about going to Brownwood to attend now-defunct Daniel Baker College. Invited along, he joined them in thumbing rides on the 25-mile journey. (Plainview Daily Herald, TX)
Local clergy organize prayer services for protection of children this school year Sep 4, 2007
WHERE: Prayer groups will meet at every local school, including Baker College, the Administration Building and private schools. Groups will be led in prayer by a local pastor. (Cadillac News, MI)
Fate brings woman into the world of teaching Aug 28, 2007
She teaches computer information systems classes at Baker College ... But it was fate that brought Paulin into the world of teaching when Nancy Foster, dean of Computer Information Systems, asked her to teach a couple of classes for Baker College. (Cadillac News, MI)
Stem cell research on the table Aug 26, 2007
The program was part of the Lecture Luncheon Series sponsored by the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce and Baker College, Cadillac. We recognize this is a topic people feel strongly about. (Cadillac News, MI)
Stem cell debate coming to Cadillac Friday Aug 23, 2007
As part of the ongoing Lecture Luncheon Series presented by Baker College and the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce, the event will cover the research and its potential for medical breakthroughs. It is scheduled to begin around noon at Baker College, 9600 E. 13th St. in Cadillac. (Cadillac News, MI)
Cadillac, Haring Township seriously discuss sharing municipal services Aug 16, 2007
Baker College, which requested a 425 agreement to allow it to get sewer and water service from the city, remains in the middle of the discussion. If we come to an agreement versus another plant, it s the best use of resources, Stalker said. (Cadillac News, MI)
No rest on Sunday Aug 3, 2007
The party is sponsored by 75 businesses, organizations and individuals, including three platinum sponsors: Meijer, Baker College and the Allen Park Downtown Development Authority ... Baker College Story Time and Book Giveaway. (The News-Herald)
Baker to occupy former K-Mart site Aug 2, 2007
COLDWATER On Monday, trustees of Community Health Center of Branch County (CHC) authorized Baker College the rights to lease of part of its old K-Mart building for five years. It will be signed after attorneys work out final wording. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
LeRoy Milling Co. survives the test of time Jul 24, 2007
Rachel plans to attend Baker College next fall to earn a teaching degree. Jeremy works part-time at the store and part-time provides lawn care service. (Cadillac News, MI)
Your input is needed: Citizens of Cadillac have 30 days to voice opinion about recreational plan Jul 15, 2007
5 million through Baker College, the Dillon Estate and local funding. 2009. (Cadillac News, MI)
Reading is Fun-damental Jul 14, 2007
Volunteers included Baker College as well as high school students and from Catholic Human Services Adopt A Grandparent program. We work on isolated skills as well as collaborative skills. (Cadillac News, MI)
City planners OK college’s use of building Jul 11, 2007
COLDWATER The Coldwater Planning Commission approved a special-use permit Tuesday night to operate the Baker College Coldwater campus in part of the former Kmart store owned by Community Health Center of Branch County (CHC). Ryan Smithson, facilities manager for Baker College s Jackson and Coldwater campuses, told the commission his college is negotiating a five-year lease for 20,000 square feet of the 71,000-square-foot building at 370 E. Chicago St. The college would expect to use around... (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Thompson takes cross country literally Jul 3, 2007
After the trip, Thompson will start preparing for college at Baker College in Flint, where she intends to enter a prosthetics and orthodics program. She would eventually like to design products. (Sault Ste Marie Evening News, MI)
Many downtown Cadillac stores are relocating Jun 27, 2007
After teaching business principals to Baker College Students for many years, Mark Kraszewski decided to open a business of his own. He and his wife Kimberle plan to open Backyard Buddies, which will offer birdhouses, birdbaths, feeders and other outdoor novelty items. (Cadillac News, MI)
Businesses can guard against fraud Jun 16, 2007
Novik and Steve Emerson also discussed fraud during the Lecture Luncheon Series presented by Baker College and the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce ... Steve Emerson of Northwestern Bank and Mike Novik of Dennis, Gartland and Niergarth laid out what businesses can do Friday at the Lecture Luncheon Series, presented by the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce and Baker College. (Cadillac News, MI)
Hearing set for college campus Jun 6, 2007
COLDWATER Baker College apparently has made a decision to try to open a permanent satellite campus at the former K-Mart building owned by Community Health Center of Branch County (CHC) at 274 E. Chicago St.. Tuesday night, the Coldwater Planning Commission at the hospital s request set a public hearing for July 10 for a special-use permit for the college. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Baker College’s Coldwater campus looking to expand May 31, 2007
Baker College s Coldwater campus looking to expand ... JACKSON Baker College is looking for a permanent locations in Coldwater to expand its programs but has not made any decisions yet, according to Patty Kaufman, president of the Jackson campus of which Coldwater is a satellite. (Coldwater Daily Reporter, MI)
Sisters, ages 39 and 34, earn diplomas May 30, 2007
After opening comments by Jim Hunt, director of Adult Education, and guest speaker David Darrow, the dean of General Education at Baker College, 42 adult education graduates received their diplomas and seven received their GED certificates. 775-NEWS (6397). (Cadillac News, MI)
Temporary headache = a better tomorrow? May 27, 2007
Cadillac Assistant City Manager Precia Garland laid out the plans Friday during the Lecture Luncheon Series, sponsored by the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce and Baker College. Don t worry though; the work isn t scheduled to begin until 2009. (Cadillac News, MI)
Journal of Leadership and Organizational Studies to be published by SAGE May 16, 2007
Los Angeles, London, New Delhi, and Singapore (May 7, 2007) -- SAGE, publisher of over 460 journals, is pleased to announce, in partnership with the Midwest Academy of Management (MAM) and Baker College, that it will begin publishing the Journal of Leadership and Organizational Studies (JLOS) beginning August 2007. Co-edited by Fred Luthans and John Slocum, JLOS publishes high-quality, peer-reviewed research articles on leadership and organizational studies, focusing in particular on the... (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Meet the McBain board candidates May 5, 2007
Public speaking nearly pushed me to the point of wanting to quit working toward my bachelor s degree at Baker College. I persevered, however, and finished my Business Administration degree in 1999. (Cadillac News, MI)
Dog and cat killed with antifreeze Apr 24, 2007
Charvat, enrolled at Baker College in Owosso, was arraigned Tuesday and faces two counts of torturing and killing an animal. She is free on a $7,500 bond. (Pet-Abuse.com)
Lack of state funds creates city reliance on grants Apr 21, 2007
18 million in grant funding, Cadillac City Manager Pete Stalker said while speaking at the Lecture Luncheon Series presented by the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce and Baker College. Grant funding has allowed the city to complete many road projects. (Cadillac News, MI)
Rotary community auction Saturday Apr 16, 2007
The auction list includes more than 400 items available by silent or live auction bidding, including sports tickets, a hot air balloon ride, golf packages, Baker College credits, spa packages, weekend get-aways and gift baskets. The night s grand prize is an overnight stay for two at the Grand Traverse Resort including fine dining. (Cadillac News, MI)
Explaining the ‘Just Do It’ generation Apr 12, 2007
Although he gave the presentation to the 30-plus people in the Cadillac High School Auditorium, he also gave a presentation during the day at Baker College in Cadillac to area coaches and administrators. The message was the same. (Cadillac News, MI)
Grieving family warns of drug use Mar 28, 2007
"We had just put a deposit down for her to go to Baker College," Haines said. "She had a future ahead of her. If drugs can do this to my little girl right under my own watch, it can happen to anyone. It's not a game. ... "There are a lot of people who use drugs that are good people. (The News-Herald)
United Way luncheon recognizes donors Mar 24, 2007
The luncheon, a new event made possible by Baker College, was an opportunity for the board of directors to recognize its top leadership donors. All donors who contributed gifts over 500 are considered members of the United Way Leadership Circle. (Cadillac News, MI)
Public hearing canceled Mar 23, 2007
The public meeting was scheduled for 10 a.m. at Baker College. If anyone would like to submit their thoughts on the proposed service tax, they can send them to: Sen. (Cadillac News, MI)
State senators taking testimony on service tax proposal in Cadillac Mar 22, 2007
The public meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at Baker College s Cadillac campus, 9600 E. 13th St. Sen. Michelle McManus is one of the senators planning to attend. (Cadillac News, MI)
United Way hosts recognition luncheon Mar 21, 2007
The luncheon, sponsored by Baker College of Cadillac, is a new event for the United Way of Wexford County and will include the awarding of its first United Way Leadership Award. Paul Liabenow, board president, will present the Leadership Award to an individual who has been an outstanding example in three areas based on: 1) He/she is a consistent leadership donor to United Way of Wexford County; 2) He/She is a dedicated volunteer for community charitable organizations; and 3) He/She is an... (Cadillac News, MI)
Workplace chaplains discuss growing movement Mar 16, 2007
CADILLAC Not only are companies recognizing the need for corporate wellness programs, business leaders acknowledged Thursday at a luncheon held at Baker College that providing a program to meet the spiritual needs of their employees is equally important. Guest speaker Alan Tyson, Director of Chaplain Services for Tyson Foods, Inc., was the guest speaker. (Cadillac News, MI)
Fifty Mercy Hospital nurses take PALS course Mar 9, 2007
On Wednesday and Thursday, the nurses met at Baker College for the course, which will conclude with a written test. Course work included overviews of pediatric assessment, management of respiratory emergencies, and skill stations with simulations in working cardiac and respiratory cases, cases of shock and effective resuscitation team dynamics. (Cadillac News, MI)
A win-win situation Mar 5, 2007
And in her specialized business, one that requires knowledge of medical coding, attention to detail, strict confidentiality and bonded employees, Darrigan repeatedly hires graduates from the Medical Insurance Specialist programs at Baker College ... I m really pleased to have Baker College in Cadillac, she said ... Darrigan said she became familiar with the partnership program when she was teaching Medical Insurance classes at Baker College. (Cadillac News, MI)
Domestic industry facing many pressures Feb 24, 2007
Richards, who represents 4,000 workers nationwide, talked about the challenges northern Michigan manufacturers face during the Lecture Luncheon Series, presented by Baker College and the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce. First and foremost, manufacturers who supply domestic automakers are in crisis mode. (Cadillac News, MI)
Today's Obits Feb 17, 2007
She was attending Baker College, where she enjoyed her computer studies. She also enjoyed needlepoint. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
YMCA announces two large donations Feb 15, 2007
And Baker College donated 6 ... With Tom s gift, Dillon explained, referring to her late husband s bequest, and with Baker College s acreage and 1. (Cadillac News, MI)
Ironhorse Brigade marks 100th re-enlistment in Iraq Feb 13, 2007
Roderick, a native of Manton, who holds an associate degree in accounting from Baker College in Cadillac, originally joined the U.S. Army in 1985 as a quartermaster and left the service after serving in both Desert Shield and Desert Storm in 1991. With nearly 13 years away from military service, Roderick was climbing the corporate ladder with a job as an auditor for a major hotel corporate office but decided in 2004 that he wanted to serve his country again, he said. (Cadillac News, MI)
Yellow Ribbon Program to begin at CAPS Tuesday Jan 29, 2007
The program is sponsored by the Cadillac Jaycees, Baker College of Cadillac and the Cadillac Lions Club in response to the teen suicides the Cadillac area witnessed during 2005 and 2006, according to Ami McBride, Cadillac Jaycees member. It is a community project that we have a passion about and it is an opportunity to educate students, teachers and parents, she said. (Cadillac News, MI)
READERS WRITE Jan 22, 2007
By Marc O'Dell, Jan Jones, Ben Skott, Denise Noe, Susan C. Baker, Brandon English, Al Rakel, Michael De Give, David Paul, Elizabeth Hartley Filliat, Allen BuckleyFor the Journal-Constitution Published on: 01/22/07. Cartoon, surprisingly, is a sign of the times. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Getting gatekeepers prepared, trained Jan 20, 2007
Forty-five adults attended the training held at Baker College in Cadillac. The training for this program was conducted by Mark LoMurray, who is the director of the North Dakota Adolescent Suicide Prevention Program. (Cadillac News, MI)
Seminar to showcase non-traditional careers chosen by women Nov 30, 2006
CADILLAC The Wexford-Missaukee Area Career Technical Center sponsors areers for Women a Non-Traditional Career Seminar Friday at Baker College of Cadillac. The seminar is open to 11th grade girls from each of the seven surrounding high schools within the Intermediate School District. (Cadillac News, MI)
• Campus says study hard and sleep cheap Nov 20, 2006
DETROIT - Baker College of Flint is giving students with good grades a scholarship in the form of free and discounted rent in its dorms, hoping the incentive will boost the Baker system's graduation rate, which is among the lowest in Michigan ... "We wanted to say to students, 'Look, you do your job and hold yourself accountable, and we're going to reward you for that,'" said Baker College of Flint President Julianne Princinsky. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
An afternoon of Custom Interiors Nov 18, 2006
In addition, she did volunteer work for Baker College by creating a space design for their bookstore and a space plan for the leadership group at Club Cadillac. y favorite part of this work is space planning and making sense out of people's home and helping them see it through a different pair of eyes. (Cadillac News, MI)
Cremins back in the game at Charleston Nov 3, 2006
N A B C - National Association of Basketball Coaches - Men's Basketball. THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BASKETBALL COACHES. (Nabc.com)
Lecture luncheon focuses on emergency preparedness Oct 23, 2006
In a 45-minute lecture to a luncheon crowd at Baker College, he called upon citizens to make a plan for the unexpected ... Jeff Hawke, Director of Public Safety for Cadillac, outlined the five biggest threats that face our community in a lecture luncheon held Friday at Baker College. (Cadillac News, MI)
North Star Quilt Guild hosting first local show Oct 11, 2006
They donated the hand and machine appliqu/d quilt to Baker College where it now hangs in the library ... CADILLAC Quilters, those interested in quilting, and even the mildly curious will want to visit the first North Star Quilt Show being held Saturday at Baker College ... WHERE: Baker College Student Center, 9600 East 13th St.. (Cadillac News, MI)
Cadillac hosts exchange with Dominican Republic Oct 7, 2006
Almonte visited Baker College where Brandon Butler showed her the computer systems room. his is amazing, she said. (Cadillac News, MI)
Township looks to utilities for independence Sep 16, 2006
Plans years down the road in the minds of township planners were accelerated when Baker College posed an Act 425 Agreement between the township and the city of Cadillac ... The main concern is that once, for example, Baker College goes, the surrounding residential homes will follow and the trend will continue into the future ... Baker College/ISD expansion: 483,000. (Cadillac News, MI)
Keeping healthy on campus Aug 24, 2006
By Tanya Berkebile, Cadillac News. With students going to college in the next few weeks, it is important for them to be up-to-date on health issues. (Cadillac News, MI)
Looking for a job?: Cadillac area attracting businesses, jobs Aug 21, 2006
Through various ties with colleges and universities like Baker College and Ferris State, Lanc said the idea is to have the employment pipeline always flowing. Likewise, he said the hospital is always willing to take applications for most positions. (Cadillac News, MI)
Local youth to compete in world show Aug 3, 2006
Megan is a sophomore at Baker College. his is going to be a good experience just to go down there. (Cadillac News, MI)
Budget preparation in Michigan can be difficult Jul 23, 2006
Darwin Booher, R-Evart, discusses budgeting in Michigan Friday at the Lecture Luncheon Series sponsored by Baker College and the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce ... Booher spoke about budgeting and the economic outlook for the coming year at the Lecture Luncheon Series sponsored by Baker College and the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce. (Cadillac News, MI)
Biking for a bigger purpose Jul 18, 2006
Laura works at Cadillac Mercy Hospital as a surgical technologist and also teaches part-time at Baker College in the Surgical Technology Program. During the three-day ride, Callsen will be wearing rider No. 281. (Cadillac News, MI)
Township board to discuss wastewater plans Jul 9, 2006
3 million to construct a facility and begin to service customers, including Baker College ... Baker College Cadillac President Bob VanDellen sent a letter to Scarbrough regarding the plan. (Cadillac News, MI)
Consultant: Haring can support wastewater plant Jun 23, 2006
Simply put, Voogt said the township can construct a facility to serve Baker College and several other users in that area for 3. 3 million in two to two-and-a-half years. (Cadillac News, MI)
Mesick senior citizen earns college degree Jun 18, 2006
Habian, 70, participated in commencement exercises earlier this month at Baker College with graduates fifty years her junior. Her life plan hadn't included earning a degree late in life, but when the door of opportunity knocked, she walked in. (Cadillac News, MI)
China knocking on area's door Jun 18, 2006
How to hedge the threat was the focus of an address by Brian O'Neill Friday at Baker College in Cadillac ... ometimes we believe Cadillac is an oasis in northern Michigan and not affected by what is happening internationally, said Baker College Cadillac President Robert VanDellen ur economy in Cadillac is directly impacted by what is happening in China, Mexico, South America and Japan. (Cadillac News, MI)
Ceremony honors college graduates Jun 13, 2006
CADILLAC Baker College of Cadillac hosted a pinning ceremony Thursday for this year's graduating surgical technology students ... The surgical technology program has existed at Baker College for the past five or six years, said Mary Gauthier, director of the program ... The surgical technology students also participated in the commencement held by Baker College Friday evening. (Cadillac News, MI)
McKellop leaves behind a legacy May 24, 2006
Grace was also instrumental in bringing Baker College to Cadillac, insisting that Cadillac have a college that led to degrees. A member of the Baker College Board of Regents for seven years, she received an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters from Baker in 1993, earning her the title Dr. Grace McKellop. (Cadillac News, MI)
Baker College celebrates 20 years May 23, 2006
CADILLAC Baker College of Cadillac threw itself a 20th birthday party Saturday ... Guest speaker Robert Jewell, who created what is now Baker College in 1965 when he purchased Flint's Baker Business University and merged it with Muskegon College, addressed the crowd, here as the Time Gone ... Operating out of the Chemical Bank basement, Baker College started in Cadillac with one program and 52 students. (Cadillac News, MI)
Baker College celebrates 20 years in Cadillac May 20, 2006
Baker College is observing its 20th anniversary. CADILLAC When Baker College built its first campus building in 1991, the community really showed its desire to have higher education in the area ... Baker College in 1986. (Cadillac News, MI)
