At just 22 years old, Brooklyn walked through the doors of McKenzie Health Systems with equal parts excitement and uncertainty. Fresh off a lay-off, she had landed a 12-week secretary position with the Young Professionals program in the Physical Therapy Department. She saw this as an opportunity for a first step into a healthcare career, which […]
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Jakob first connected with the Family Literacy Center (FLC) in January 2026 with a goal of continuing his education at Mott Community College. In an impressive accomplishment, he earned his GED after just one month of tutoring. At the same time, Jakob was participating in a supportive housing program, where he remained focused on building […]
GST Michigan Works! in Sandusky is proud to celebrate the success of three newly graduated police officers, Carter, Arlen, and Cole, whose journeys into law enforcement were made possible through funding support from WIOA. This investment represents more than financial assistance—it reflects our commitment to strengthening public safety and supporting those who dedicate their […]
After gaining custody of his young son, Jesse became a single parent and quickly realized the importance of building a stable future for his family. Determined to succeed, he began exploring his options and, by securing reliable childcare and identifying an available training program, started putting a clear plan into action toward long-term, full-time […]
Amber’s journey began in July 2024, when she walked into the office for her WIOA orientation. At the time, Amber was a single mother working as a housekeeper at McLaren Thumb Region. She worked hard to support her family but wanted to build a career that would provide more stability and opportunity for herself […]
Kimberly traveled to Michigan with a clear purpose: to grow, to transform, and to align her effort with the potential she knew she carried. Her eagerness was not accidental; it was the quiet signal of someone ready for more. That journey first led her to Set Apart Enterprises, a valued partner of GST Michigan […]
Sarah first came to GST Michigan Works! (GST) in June of 2025, while working as a housekeeper at a local hotel. Although she worked hard, she had always dreamed of pursuing a career in the medical field, specifically as a medical assistant. As a mother of four, Sarah believed going back to school simply […]
Alanna first connected with the Family Literacy Center (FLC) in November 2025, seeking financial assistance to attend classes at Mott Community College. Having recently earned her GED, she was already working and eager to take the next steps toward a brighter future. Since then, she has remained actively engaged with FLC, regularly attending Life Skills […]
Madison connected with GST Michigan Works! for assistance with purchasing a vehicle through the Talent Growth & Barrier Removal Initiative. Madison was in a rough spot in life and had been without a vehicle for almost a year. She was stressed out, depressed, and completely exhausted! She was having difficulty getting to appointments and […]
With only four months of work history as a part-time grocery store cashier, Ella came to GST Michigan Works! in Owosso without having worked in over six months. She found it difficult to secure employment without much experience and was struggling to have the confidence needed to get into the workforce permanently. Other barriers […]