Here's what's going on at Bay College Escanaba and Iron Mountain campuses for the week of September 29, 2025 and into October. Watch the Bay Today broadcast and get additional news on the news page.

GRADUATION INFO Students who plan to complete their degree requirements this academic year—or who have already completed more than 30 college credits—are encouraged to Apply for Graduation NOW!

You can submit your graduation application through myBay under “Graduation Application.”

Don’t wait—take the next step toward your degree today!

Cards of Hope, Escanaba Campus

Escanaba Students, staff and faculty are welcome to come and make cards for Veteran care packages for Suicide awareness month

Escanaba Campus Library
September 30th
2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Eastern Time

Touch Base with Your Advisor

If you have questions or would like academic guidance, be sure to reach out for help.

Bay college has academic advisors galore to help you succeed. Whether it’s study strategies, community resources, or finding balance between school and everything else, we can help.

Reach out to your advisor today — And if you’re not sure who your advisor is, that’s okay!

With Spring registration around the corner, you’ll need to know who advisor is, even if things are going great.

So if you need info, go to the link in this news post and reach out to any advisor on the page. They will guide you in the right direction – including finding your advisor.

https://www.baycollege.edu/academics/academic-support/co-advising.php

 

Work Study Positions

Work-study positions are still positions available! Click this link to check out open work study positions:
https://www.baycollege.edu/students/student-resources/index.php

Apply today to have more fun getting paid for work actually related to your studies — plus REAL references and valuable work experience!

🎉 Art Event at Bay!

Bay College is excited to welcome photographer David Graham and his exhibition American Dreams to the Besse Gallery.

📅 Thursday, October 9
🕑 2 PM – Artist Talk & Reception
📍 Besse Gallery
Free & open to everyone!

Graham’s colorful, quirky photos capture the unique spirit of America—roadside oddities, backyard treasures, and everything in between. Come meet the artist, hear about his work, and enjoy an inspiring afternoon of art and conversation.

✨ Gordon Lightfoot Tribute
Join us for a powerful evening of music, history, and remembrance.

On Thursday, October 9th, we mark the 50th anniversary of the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald with a special performance:
The Gordon Lightfoot Tribute – “Lightfoot: The Stories, The Songs” featuring Mike Fornes and his band.

🎶 Hear the timeless classics of Gordon Lightfoot, discover the fascinating stories behind the music, and relive the songs that defined the 60s, 70s, and 80s.

This heartfelt tribute honors Lightfoot’s incredible legacy of storytelling, history, and song. Don’t miss it.

#EdmundFitzgerald #GordonLightfoot #LiveMusic #Tribute

🌮 Let’s Taco-Bout Registration! 🌮

📅 Thursday, October 16
🕛 Noon – 1 PM (CT)
📍 Lower Commons / Iron Mtn Campus

Come grab a taco lunch from Carlos Cantina and get all your questions answered about next semester’s class registration.

Free tacos + helpful advice = the perfect lunch break. Don’t miss it! 🎉

#TacoBoutRegistration #CollegeLife #FreeFood

🎃 Trunk or Treat Coming to Bay College Escanaba Campus!

The Nursing Association and EMT/Paramedic Club invite you to join the fun at this year’s Trunk or Treat event on the Escanaba campus!

📅 Date: Thursday, October 17
🕟 Time: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM (ET)
📍 Location: Parking lot outside the JHUC building

Bring the whole family for an evening of candy, creativity, and community spirit!

  • Enter your decorated trunk for a chance to win prizes.
  • Collect candy and enjoy the sweet treats.
  • Or do both for double the fun!

🏆 A traveling trophy will be awarded to 1st place, with additional prizes for 2nd and 3rd place winners.

👉 For sign-up information, check out the Bay Today news post or register directly:

A sign-up sheet is also available in the Nursing Office (Room 422).

💡 Need candy to hand out? No problem! Let Ashley or Jennifer know ahead of time so we can help provide supplies and make sure there’s plenty to go around.

We can’t wait to see your spooky, fun, and creative trunks at Bay College’s Trunk or Treat! 🎃🍬

🎨 Art at Bay!

Bay College invites you to Equivalence, an exhibition by artist Linda King Ferguson, in the Hartwig Gallery.

📅 Thursday, October 23
🕑 2 PM – Artist Talk & Reception
📍 Hartwig Gallery
Free & open to the public!

Ferguson’s abstract paintings explore themes of vulnerability, strength, and connection through bold color and form. Don’t miss this chance to meet the artist and experience her inspiring work!

Join the Civics Corps!

Participate in community service projects and gain job-ready skills training! Build your resume through micro-credentialing, certificate, and internship opportunities. And best of all, members get to host their own podcast each semester!

All students are welcome! If you’re interested, email Dr. June Klees at: kleesj@baycollege.edu for details.

SAVE THE DATE!

Veterans Speak 2025 will be held this year on Monday, November 24th from 7:00 to 8:30 PM ET.   

Each year, this webinar program is developed and hosted by the students Bay College Civics Corps to honor our veterans and serve the community. Veterans from the armed services and Merchant Marine gather for a unique, intergenerational conversation about their experiences. The Civics Corps students work with area and national veterans organizations to develop the program.

If you’re interested, email Dr. June Klees at: kleesj@baycollege.edu for the link to this virtual event.

Bay College has teamed up with Public Health to offer The Center for Youth Health & Wellness right here on the Escanaba campus!

The Center provides non-emergency medical care and mental health services for anyone ages 10 to 21 inside the Catherine Bonifas Building.

Need some personal care products FAST?

 wellness vending machine just outside the Bay Café, stocked with essentials like pain relievers, deodorant, cough drops, and more. It’s discreet, easy, and available whenever campus is open.

For more details, visit The Center for Youth Health & Wellness website!”

https://www.baycollege.edu/students/health-safety/health-center.php

DATA Bus Transportation to Walmart Available in Escanaba
Every Tuesday
Departing the east end of the Student Housing Complex parking lot transporting students to the Escanaba Walmart for grocery and essential items. 

Pick-up: 12:35-12:45 PM, Eastern Time
 Arriving at the Escanaba Wal Mart by 1:00 PM.
Return trips will depart from the grocery store entrance of Wal Mart
between 2:00 PM and 2:15 PM, Eastern Time.

Total round-trip time is approximately 1.5 hours.
This service is free to Bay College students for the fall semester.

Student Resources Web Page: https://www.baycollege.edu/students/student-resources/index.php

Thinking About Moving on to a 4-Year Degree? We Can Help!

🏫 Students looking for an affordable way to continue on to a bachelor's degree right here at home can check out Bay College's partnership with Lake Superior State University.

Click this link to learn about transferring to LSSU: https://www.baycollege.edu/about/facilities/lssu-regional-center.php