by Liz Gullett | Dec 19, 2024 | Matt Sowash
During college, I had the opportunity to study abroad for a semester in Seville, Spain. Growing up in a non-conventional learning environment meant I didn’t always follow the same path as my peers. By the time I reached college, I was excited but also a bit unsure of...
by Liz Gullett | Dec 11, 2024 | Brendan Ringlever
I’m lucky to have grown up and graduated from East Grand Rapids (EGR) High School in West Michigan. EGR is a walkable community with great schools, great teachers, and reasonable class sizes. Most of my 1988 classmates liked the high school experience. While we’re...
by Liz Gullett | Dec 4, 2024 | Rudy Hobbs
As the school year kicks off, the MLC team is reflecting on some of their favorite moments for school. Prior to his career in government, Rudy was a public school teacher. A special kind of anticipation comes with being a first-year teacher on the first day of school....
by Liz Gullett | Nov 26, 2024 | Emily Simmons
In Lansing, a common “get to know you” question is “How did you get into politics?” If you’ve heard my answer, you’ll know that my response is always, “Well, my mom is a high school government teacher!” Growing up as not just the teacher’s kid but the government...
by Liz Gullett | Nov 13, 2024 | Amber Chandler
Summer has gone, and fall has arrived, so too has school. This school year, I find myself reflecting on the dual roles I play as a lobbyist advocating on behalf of clients for their interests and as a parent advocating on behalf of my child. These past years, I have...
