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Columbia scholar discovers power of student beliefs, passions to build literacy

Submitted 10-06-2014 under PLACE-MATTERS

Dr. Ernest Morrell addressed the topic of developing powerful readers and writers through community engagement at the Community Literacy Summit.

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Summit focuses on empowering through multiple literacies

Submitted 10-02-2014 under NONPROFITS

More than 200 people convened at Calvin College for the third annual Community Literacy Summit.

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GRPS Partners with WMEAC for Teach for the Watershed Program

Submitted 09-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

Grand Rapids Public Schools expands the current partnership with WMEAC to expand environmental education to all students.

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NPO Showcase: Michigan Eating Disorders Alliance

Submitted 09-29-2014 under NONPROFITS

MIEDA works to reduce the impact of eating disorders through education and prevention.

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Calvin College to host annual Community Literacy Summit

Submitted 09-23-2014 under NEWS

On Monday, September 29 Calvin College will host the third annual Community Literacy Summit presented by the Community Literacy Initiative of the Literacy Center of West Michigan.

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GRTV to broadcast Peace Day special

Submitted 09-19-2014 under NEWS

On September 21, the International Day of Peace, GRTV will host five broadcasts of the film "Peacemakers."

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Story Matters: Roger Dudley shares about his childhood

Submitted 09-18-2014 under NONPROFITS

Roger Dudley talks about the challenges he faced as a child and the importance of working with youth.

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Story Matters: Tenaya Medawis shares what makes Grand Rapids home

Submitted 09-16-2014 under NONPROFITS

Tenaya Medawis, member of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi, talks with Jamie Rykse, GED and Literacy Program Coordinator at Heartside Ministry.

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Bus Stop Stories showcase local resident experiences on public transportation

Submitted 09-16-2014 under NONPROFITS

Disability Advocates of Kent County, Tommy Allen Creative and Friends of Transit Announces the launch “Bus Stop Stories,” a new video series showcasing The Rapid’s new BRT Silver Line.

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Story Matters: ZamZam Isack, Khadimala Isack discuss life in Africa, USA

Submitted 09-05-2014 under NONPROFITS

ZamZam and Khadimala Isack, Sudanese refugees in the Grand Rapids area, explain what makes life in the USA different and what their hopes are for the future.

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