Step Ahead with Schoolcraft College: Session 1
2025-07-14 08:30 - 11:22 (America/New_York)
Start your student success journey a step ahead of your peers by joining Schoolcraft College’s FREE summer bridge program.

In Person: Monday, July 14 – Friday, July 25 – M-F from 8:30am-11:22am (required) – CAB 102, Section 130100

Participating students will take “College and Beyond 102” and attend specialized workshops to start off on the path to success. Topics covered will include math, English, study skills, time management, career exploration and much more! Complete program workshops and activities to be eligible for scholarships and prizes.

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Students who register for the program will receive:

FREE CAB 102 class

Students in the program who attend select program workshops and activities will be eligible to receive:

A scholarship towards their Fall 2025 semester at Schoolcraft College

Entry into a drawing for FREE school supplies, including Chromebooks

A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for SBA's Federal Small Business Certifications
2025-07-15 09:00 - 11:00 UTC
Virtual – No fee, registration is required

Are you eligible for a small business certification?

Join us for a comprehensive course on how to apply for federal small business certifications through the SBA’s certification portal, “MySBA Certifications.” This course will provide a clear and concise overview of the certification process, empowering you to successfully navigate the application for federal small business certifications and avoid common mistakes that can lead to lengthy processing times or denial of your application.

This course will teach you how to apply for all SBA Certification Programs, including:

HUBZone

Woman-Owned, and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned, Small Business (WOSB and EDWOSB)

Veteran-Owned, and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned, Small Business (VOSB and SDVOSB)

SBA’s 8(a)

This in-depth training will cover all steps in the certification process, such as:

Determining your eligibility and readiness for various certification programs

Choosing which program(s) to apply for and understanding timing considerations

Finding and utilizing helpful resources and contacts along the way

Self-certifying your socioeconomic status in SAM.GOV

Creating an account on MySBA Certifications

Identifying, gathering, and organizing the required certification documentation

Preparing answers, narratives, and letters of explanation

Navigating the MySBA Certifications portal and submitting your application

Monitoring communication and responding to information requests

Receiving the approval or denial of your application

This webinar is pre-recorded; however, at the end of the presentation, a member of the Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team will be available for LIVE Q&A.

Webinar source: Govology, our premier government contracting education partner.

Subject Matter Experts:

Carroll Bernard, Govology CEO & Co-Founder

Ashley Duwel, Duwel Dev

Target Audience: Small business contractors, APEX Accelerator counselors

Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu

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This APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense. Additionally, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.

Student Services Extended Hours
2025-07-16 08:00 - 18:00, 2025-07-19 10:00 - 14:00 UTC
Visit our Student Services during extended hours this summer! Services will be offered in the McDowell Student Center and by phone.

View our web page for department listings and hours.

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State and Local Government Contracting 101 - Virtual
2025-07-17 09:00 - 11:00 UTC
Virtual – No fee, registration is required.

Are you a business owner looking to navigate the Michigan marketplace?

State and local government contracting offices buy almost every good or service imaginable. Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator counselors are available to help with selling your offerings. The steps to becoming a state and/or local government contractor include understanding contractor readiness, identifying which divisions buy what you sell, positioning your business to optimize your success when approaching government agencies and more.

This session provides you with an overview of:

APEX Accelerator Services

State of Michigan Buying Divisions

Registration on SIGMA VSSBid and Debriefing Processes

State Purchasing Preferences

MiSC and MiDEALFinding State and Local Opportunities

Presenter: Procurement Counselor, Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator

For more information visit Michigan.gov Procurement

Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team 734-462-4438 or apex@schoolcraft.edu

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This APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense. Additionally, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.

Advising with Wayne State University beginning May 8
2025-07-17 13:00 - 16:00 UTC
Are you planning to transfer to Wayne State University?

No need to make the trip to their campus. You can meet with one of their academic advisors right here at Schoolcraft and learn more about their process, requirements, and program offerings.

Advisors will be able to meet with students individually to discuss specific information about programs and transfer options.

Simply sign in at the Advising office, in the McDowell Center, room 105. This walk-in advising service is available to any current Schoolcraft student. Students will be seen on a first-come first-seen basis.

If you have any questions, call 734-462-4429.
