SVSU Signs Agreements With St. Clair County Community College
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St. Clair County Community College (SC4) and SVSU signed a Memorandum of Understanding Thursday, April 9 to expand higher education access to residents throughout the Thumb and Southeast Michigan.
The new understanding marks a significant expansion of collaboration between the two institutions, creating transformative new pathways for students to earn bachelor’s — and eventually master’s — degrees without leaving their home community. As part of the relationship, SC4 graduates will also receive guaranteed admission to SVSU, further strengthening a seamless transfer experience for students across the region.
“Expanding educational offerings, degree pathways, internship experiences and more is good for our students, good for our communities, good for our employers and good for our state,” said George Grant Jr, president of Saginaw Valley State University.
“Like SC4, we believe that students should be challenged in the classroom – we want them prepared in their career fields – but we want to remove confusion in other areas so students can focus on learning. These agreements are an important step in that direction and will help students build their careers to meet the workforce needs our employers face every day.”
In addition, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Concurrent Pathway Agreement was finalized, providing SC4 nursing students with a streamlined, coordinated route to complete their bachelor’s degree at SVSU. This innovative pathway allows students to enroll simultaneously at both institutions, meeting critical workforce needs while accelerating career advancement.
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New Campus Signs Are Here!
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Last fall, we kicked off a campus visual refresh in partnership with University Communications and Campus Facilities, starting by clearing out outdated signs, banners and displays.
Now, Phase 2 is underway: installation.
These new signs and sculptures are designed to do more than look good. They help create a stronger first impression, reinforce the SVSU brand, and shape a more welcoming, unified campus experience for students, families and visitors. A polished, easy-to-navigate campus also enhances the visit experience, an important factor in turning prospective students into enrolled Cardinals.
Clear, consistent signage helps visitors navigate campus with confidence, reducing confusion and creating a more positive visit from the moment they arrive. Updated visuals and messaging better reflect today’s SVSU, ensuring prospective students and families see a campus that feels current, vibrant and aligned with their expectations.
New photo displays and branded elements highlight student life, academic opportunities and campus pride, helping visitors picture themselves here. Thoughtfully designed spaces also encourage photos and social sharing, extending SVSU’s reach and visibility to future students.
Together, these improvements create a more engaging and memorable campus visit, strengthening connections with prospective students and supporting enrollment growth.
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Veteran Journalist Receives Literary Award
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Author John Gallagher was presented Saginaw Valley State University’s 2025-2026 Stuart D. and Vernice M. Gross Award for Literature on March 12. Gallagher was honored for his memoir “Rust Belt Reporter.” A veteran journalist who spent 32 years with the Detroit Free Press, Gallagher got his start at the legendary City News Bureau of Chicago followed by stints with newspapers in New York State.
While at SVSU, Gross visited with classes and student groups.
The Gross award which comes with a $1,000 prize, is part of SVSU’s community-minded commitment to recognize exceptional publications within Michigan.
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Pre-Education Students Present Research
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On March 20, pre-education students presented research, reflections and insights that emphasize and support interculturally competent and developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education.
As part of their project, the students:
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- created posters that honor the identities, strengths and lived experiences of diverse social groups.
- critically examined the contributions and challenges in early childhood education for people in diverse communities.
- unpacked their own social identities and reflected on how their perspectives as future educators shape inclusive and equitable teaching.
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SVSU Theatre Department Presents Modern Adaptation of Classic
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‘Little Women … Now’ brings the March girls into the modern age
The Saginaw Valley State University Department of Theatre will present “Little Women … Now,” a contemporary adaptation of the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott, April 15-19 in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
Written by Donna Hoke and directed by Dave Rzeszutek, the production reimagines the beloved story of the March sisters through a modern lens, exploring themes of family, identity and resilience for today’s audiences.
Performances are scheduled for Wednesday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m.
Tickets are $15 for general audiences and free for SVSU students. Tickets can be purchased online at or at the box office one hour prior to each performance.
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April Cardinals RISE Talk Series
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The Malcolm Field Biomedical Science Research Institute invites the campus community to the Cardinals RISE (Research, Innovation, Science and Engagement) monthly speaker series, connecting and highlighting research across SVSU.
This month’s speaker is Marcia Ditmyer, Ph.D., Dean of the College of Health and Human Services.
Topic: From Access to Impact: Oral Health as the Gateway to Integrated, Equitable Health Systems, Education Innovation, and Public Health Practice
Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Time: 12–1 p.m.
Location: GS 202 (light refreshments provided)
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SVSU student-athletes are on the road this weekend.
The baseball team plays at Wayne State on Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12.
Men's golf competes at the Bill Blazer Invitational hosted by Ohio Dominican at the Lancaster (Ohio) Golf Club Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12.
Outdoor track and field meets Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, on Saturday, April 11.
Softball plays Parkside in Kenosha, Wisconsin, on Saturday, April 11. On Sunday, April 12, the team plays Roosevelt University in Rosemont, Illinois.
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If you have suggestions, comments or something to share with us, please e-mail svsutoday@svsu.edu
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SVSU does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical impairment, disability or veteran status in the provision of education, employment and other services.
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