Central Michigan University students group not โfired upโ for classes
MOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. โ Central Michigan University shows no signs of shutting down campus as it nears 300 coronavirus (COVID-19) cases associated with itโs university population. The administration is pushing to keep students on campus until it is no longer feasible, but tensions with students are increasing. However, the Central Michigan District Health Department reports itโs identified 260 cases related to CMUโs student population. A group of students participating in a #NotFiredUpForFall campaign put up signs in popular spots on campus Monday calling on the university to suspend in-person classes. CMU President Bob Davies addressed these requests in a letter on Aug. 28.
Access to food aid eased for Michigan students in technical programs
LANSING, Mich. โ Food assistance has been extended to students pursuing technical education. The state of Michigan said federal money will help pay for the program. Roughly 16,000 low-income college students who are enrolled in career and technical education programs could be eligible for SNAP, which stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. โThese SNAP benefits will help them focus on their educational needs and prepare for a successful future.โPrevious eligibility requirements had made it harder for technical students to qualify for food assistance. โExpanding access to SNAP is a huge benefit to students who are juggling their courses along with work, family and other obligations,โ said Mike Hansen, president of the Michigan Community College Association.