News and Press Releases
91²Ö¿â announces capital campaign for planned dental hygiene program
91²Ö¿â has launched a $10 million capital campaign to support a planned dental hygiene program and community clinic, helping address Northern Michigan's shortage of oral healthcare professionals.
91²Ö¿â expands Fast Track healthcare scholarships for 2026
91²Ö¿â is expanding Fast Track healthcare scholarships for 2026, offering up to 75% tuition support for short-term training in high-demand health careers.
91²Ö¿â approves new Dental Hygiene program to strengthen regional healthcare workforce
91²Ö¿â has approved a new Dental Hygiene AAS program, expanding access to oral-health education and helping meet Northern Michigan’s urgent healthcare workforce needs. Program launch is targeted for Fall 2028.
The Aspen Institute names 91²Ö¿â as a Top 200 U.S. Community College eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize
The Aspen Institute has named 91²Ö¿â one of the nation’s Top 200 community colleges eligible for the 2027 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. The recognition highlights 91²Ö¿â’s strong student outcomes and commitment to accessible, high-quality education.
91²Ö¿â names Nursing and Health Sciences School in honor of Pier and Renee Borra
91²Ö¿â has renamed its Nursing and Health Sciences division in honor of longtime benefactors Pier and Renee Borra, reflecting the Borras’ decades-long support of healthcare education, including a transformational gift to fund scholarships, student success programs, and new academic offerings.