Wendy walked into her local GST Michigan Works! the day the job she loved and worked for the past 23 years closed their doors. She didn’t know anything about unemployment and came in seeking assistance with filing a claim. She ended up finding a lot more than she expected. The Tuscola Service Center offered her […]
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Kylee graduated from high school in May of 2020. She started her new journey by attending Baker College in general education. She held a few part-time jobs while she attended those classes, but she quickly decided that wasn’t the route she wanted to take. Her interest was in the medical field, and she decided to […]
After being unemployed long-term, Matthew faced challenges in re-entering the workforce. With a strong desire to help others and inspired by his family’s careers in healthcare, he began volunteering in supportive roles within the field. He assisted with transporting patients to appointments and even provided some personal care for those in need. These experiences helped […]
Olivia graduated from high school in May 2024, and she was on to the next phase in life, known as adulthood. As a teenager, she has had few part-time jobs at a local pizzeria and a gas station. Olivia decided it was time to pursue a career path that truly interested her, and she had […]
Allie came to the GST Michigan Works! Sanilac Service Center seeking support to advance her nursing career. After several years working as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), she began to feel limited by the roles available to her and the lack of upward mobility. As a mother of two young children, Allie was motivated to […]
Harbor Beach Community Hospital, a small rural hospital nestled in Huron County, often faces challenges in finding qualified employees with the skills and certifications needed to fill critical roles. To address this, the hospital has taken a proactive approach—investing in its workforce through apprenticeships and support from the Going PRO Talent Fund. In 2023, the […]
Madeline had always dreamed of becoming a registered nurse, and after years of hard work and dedication, she graduated from Delta College with an associate in applied science in Nursing. But just as she was about to step into her career, a hurdle stood in her way: the financial burden of obtaining her RN license. […]
Regina’s path to becoming a skilled surgical technologist showcases her dedication, resilience, and commitment to patient care. She began her training on June 24, 2024, with Aspire Rural Health Systems, embracing the challenges of the one-year program with enthusiasm and determination. Supported by GST Michigan Works!, Regina gained access to valuable resources that empowered her […]
While attending LPN training at SC4, Mason discovered GST Michigan Works! scholarships that she might qualify for, which sparked her interest. In her final semester, balancing part-time work as a CNA and focusing on her studies, Mason faced several financial challenges, including NCLEX test fees, mileage costs, and necessary truck repairs. After filling out a […]
For as long as Shelby could remember, becoming a Pharmacy Technician was her dream. But life always seemed to get in the way—until June 2024, when she discovered an online Pharmacy Tech program through GST Michigan Works!, Degree Forward, and Stepful. The flexible, self-paced format allowed her to finally pursue her goal without disrupting her […]