Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

Below are some articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading over the past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. The Politics of Sustainability Have Changed. The Business Case Hasn’t. – What are four areas that investing in sustainability...
Michigan College Month Proclaimed

Michigan College Month Proclaimed

Governor Gretchen Whitmer proclaimed October as Michigan College Month in Michigan, which is a statewide effort to raise awareness for high school seniors to complete college applications. During the month, many colleges and universities waive application fees. During...
Five Things We’re Reading

Five Things We’re Reading

Below are some articles that the MLC lobby team has been reading over the past week. We hope you find them as interesting and useful as we do. Why Wait? Business Grads Buying Firms to Install Themselves as CEO – Why is entrepreneurship the answer for some recent...
Michigan College Month Proclaimed

Higher Education Research Priorities Announced

The state is identifying research that can help strengthen postsecondary education and advance the state’s goal of having 60% of working-age adults earn a postsecondary credential or skills certificate by 2030. The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education,...
Governor Signs State Budget

Governor Signs State Budget

This week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed the 2027 Fiscal Year budget, providing appropriations for the next fiscal year beginning on October 1. General Omnibus Budget: It completely rolls back the retirement tax, saving seniors an average of $1,000 per year. $532...