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Ferris State competes at GLIAC outdoor championships

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 3, 2024

Ferris State University's men's and women's track and field teams competed in the 2024 Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Championships on May 2-3 in Allendale. The event, hosted by Grand Valley State, featured athletes from ten league institutions.

Ferris State ends GLIAC tournament run after losses to Grand Valley and Purdue Northwest

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 3, 2024

Big Rapids, Mich. - The Ferris State University softball team's journey in the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Tournament concluded on Friday, May 3, following two narrow defeats during the second day of competition in Rosemont, Illinois.

Ferris State volleyball embarks on cultural and competitive European tour

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 3, 2024

The Ferris State University women's volleyball team is preparing for an overseas trip that will serve as both a cultural and athletic experience. The Bulldogs, who have consistently reached the NCAA Division II Sweet Sixteen in recent years, are set to depart on May 5 for a 10-day journey to Spain and Portugal.

415 coaches at institutions in Kent County earned $32,513 on average in 2022

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 2, 2024

The average coaching salary at Calvin University, the only institution paying coaches during 2022 in Kent County, was $43,154, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

Ferris State softball wins GLIAC opener against Wayne State

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 2, 2024

The Ferris State University softball team secured a decisive 10-3 victory against Wayne State in the opening round of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Tournament. The game took place on Thursday at the Parkway Bank Sports Complex in Rosemont, Illinois.

City to unveil Community Master Plan recommendations in workshops

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 2, 2024

GRAND RAPIDS — After more than a year of research and gathering community input, the City of Grand Rapids is inviting the public to review the draft Community Master Plan (CMP) during a series of workshops that will take place from May 7 to May 9.“This plan belongs to the community and the residents who voiced their opinions about what this city should look like as it grows and develops for future generations,” said Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss.City Manager Mark Washington praised the city’s Planning Commission, Planning Department, and the Community Master Plan...

Ferris State softball players earn all-conference honors

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 1, 2024

A total of five Ferris State University softball players have been recognized with All-Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) honors for the 2024 season. The league office announced these accolades on Wednesday, highlighting the Bulldogs' strong performance.

Ferris State softball prepares for GLIAC Tournament opener against Wayne State

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 1, 2024

The Ferris State University softball team is set to begin its postseason journey at the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Tournament this weekend. The tournament will take place from May 2-5 at the Parkway Bank Sports Complex in Rosemont, Illinois. Ferris State aims to secure its third GLIAC Tournament title in the program's history.

Ferris State competes in GLIAC Championships hosted by Grand Valley State

By Grand Rapids Reporter | May 1, 2024

The Ferris State University men's and women's outdoor track and field teams are set to compete in the 2024 Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) Outdoor Track and Field Championships. The event will be held on Thursday and Friday, May 2-3, in Allendale, Michigan.