The Upjohn Institute is an independent, nonpartisan nonprofit organization that provides research, practice and policy analysis on employment and unemployment issues. Our research focuses on labor market developments that threaten the livelihood and well-being of workers and the policies and programs designed to reduce those threats and mitigate hardships caused by job loss. We also house the Employment Management Services Division, the administrative entity for the local Workforce Development Board, administering all of the federal and state employment programs for southwest part of Michigan.

Michigan Virtual™, formerly known as Michigan Virtual University® & Michigan Virtual School®, has been working hard to provide a path to the future for students and educators since 1998. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) corporation focused on education, we believe that brilliance resides in all of us, ready to change the world with next big idea. We’re dedicated to helping each student shine their brightest by enhancing their opportunities to learn and working to strengthen the teachers that will show them the way. Here we strive to place each student’s potential within reach. By discovering new ways to grow, we’re taking K-12 education to the next level and working to leverage face-to-face, blended and online learning innovations that facilitate the advancement of education. Michigan Virtual is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We embrace different voices, faces, ideas, and backgrounds and believe human diversity, the seen and unseen, drives innovation and creativity. We are building a culture grounded in a climate where everyone feels included, respected, and valued and is comfortable being their full, authentic self. Michigan Virtual is governed by an independent Board of Directors comprised of individuals representing business, industry, higher education, K-12 education and state government. Our partners and governing board share our goals and aspirations for each student as we come together to assist those in the pursuit of higher learning.

Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) is the nation's largest professional organization with over 500 fraternity chapters and about 10,000 members total. Embracing our Greek roots here at Olivet College, we could not be more excited for this new journey as a brand new professional business fraternity on campus. We focus on providing students with the opportunity to learn about business, hold social events, and assist in building professional connections. We are dedicated to expanding students'​ knowledge of all areas of the business as well as helping them work towards achieving their professional goals

We believe that school doesn’t have to be boring; that if we challenge, excite, nurture, and engage the whole child, we can inspire a love of learning that will last a lifetime. Here, what’s best for children drives the curriculum—not tests. It’s where passionate educators are empowered to teach, and intimate classrooms are places of joy, exploration, and respect for one another. It’s where bright students learn to tap into their curiosity and search for answers, rather than memorize them. Emerson is a special environment where smart is cool, and classrooms are comprised of other gifted, unique peers who help and encourage each other to become their best. It’s where bright students thrive, and we encourage you to learn more about how our school might benefit your child.

Vision: Actively engage with communities worldwide to develop the greatness in every child. Mission: Create positive environments where children flourish. Starr Commonwealth is internationally recognized as a leader in transformational programs for children, families, schools and communities. Founded in 1913, Starr's practices are supported by nearly a century of success in the treatment of troubled youth and confirmed by emerging research in behavioral health and neuroscience. Our community-based programs, residential treatment services and professional training represents the international standard of excellence in identifying treating and healing trauma and pain-based behavior and building resiliency in children and adolescents. Starr's first century was about building and refining a successful strength-based treatment approach for children and families. Our future will be spent making sure every child and family has access to it. www.starr.org www.facebook.com/starr.commonwealth www.twitter.com/starrcommon www.instagram.com/starrcommonwealth www.youtube.com/starrcommonwealth

Graduate Medical Education, Inc. (GMEI) is a partnership between McLaren Greater Lansing , Michigan State University College of Human Medicine, Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Sparrow Health System. These historically competitive institutions have joined forces to ensure quality educational experiences for residents training in the Mid-Michigan region.

Founded in 1991, we are the only community funded, nonprofit science center in all of Southern Missouri. We are a worldwide, award-winning organization serving 3 countries, over 30 US states, and over 30 Missouri counties. Our mission is to inspire curiosity and a life-long love of learning through memorable and engaging hands-on experiences in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). We are an independent, nonprofit 501(c)3 organization, that relies on admissions, memberships, program fees, and donations to continue our educational mission, programs and exhibits. The Discovery Center of Springfield is a museum of scientific wonder where people of all ages can explore and learn in a hands-on environment. We hope to teach a love for learning and a curiosity about the world, the things in it, and how we fit into it all. We have more than 300 exhibits (with the occasional traveling exhibit coming to visit) that take up an astounding 60,000 square feet of exhibit space. DCS is made up of 7 floors of hands-on technology fun, reading panels, and hands-on activities for kids big and small. Here at the Discovery Center, we offer field trips as well as educational resources for teachers and families. We also offer inexpensive plans for parties and rentals for your special event. We offer yearly memberships as well as daily admission. Admission: $12 Adults, $10 Seniors, $8 Children (ages 3-15) Regular Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 10am-6pm