Nino Salvaggio

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A ceremonial groundbreaking that took place Nov. 7 marks the beginning of construction for the new international marketplace on campus.

A groundbreaking marked the beginning of construction for the new Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace on the campus of Schoolcraft College.

The new market will be located in the North commuter lot on the campus of the College near the Vistatech Center along Haggerty Road. 

It will feature a wide array of gourmet goods, including produce, meats, flowers and more. It will serve as an important educational hub, providing opportunities for Schoolcraft College students in programs such as Culinary Arts and Supply Chain Management, among others.

“Having a Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace right here on campus will give all of our students real-world experience that will enhance their education,” said Dr. Glenn Cerny, President of Schoolcraft College. “This marketplace will help teach our students in ways no other community college can offer. We cannot wait for our students and the community to see this wonderful addition to the campus.”

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A rendering of the new Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace that’s planned on the north end of the Schoolcraft College campus. The new market, which will offer several educational opportunities for students, is expected to open in 2025.

Work on the 48,100 square-foot marketplace will take place over the next several months. Construction on the new parking lot adjacent to the Vistatech Center will wrap up by December.

Founded by the late Nino Salvaggio in 1979, the company will expand its footprint to the tri-county area with the opening of the Livonia store. Nino’s children Leo Salvaggio and Andrea and Frank Nicolella continue to expand upon Nino’s legacy by building this new store and investing in the community.

“On behalf of our entire Nino’s family, we are proud to make this significant investment in the community and excited to introduce our marketplace to Schoolcraft College and the surrounding neighborhoods,” said Leo Salvaggio, one of the owners. “We’re pleased that Schoolcraft College and Nino Salvaggio share a commitment to being deeply rooted in the community we serve. We can’t wait to open our doors and welcome everyone to our newest store.”

The project is being financed by Comerica Bank. The new market is expected to open after construction wraps up in Fall 2025.

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The College has signed a non-binding memorandum to possibly bring a new facility on the north end of the campus on land currently occupied by a parking lot.

Schoolcraft College and Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace are in talks to potentially add a new retail market with educational capacities located on the College’s main campus in Livonia.

A non-binding memorandum of understanding has been signed between the two organizations to possibly bring a new facility on the north end of the campus on land currently occupied by a parking lot.

“This agreement is the first step to an exciting development here on campus,” said Dr. Glenn Cerny, president of Schoolcraft College. “Bringing Nino Salvaggio International Marketplace to campus would not only benefit our students with brand-new educational opportunities but add another exciting business to the bustling Haggerty Road corridor.”

Founded by the late Nino Salvaggio in 1979, the company will expand its footprint to the tri-county area with the opening of the Livonia store.

“On behalf of the entire Nino Salvaggio family, we are excited to work with Schoolcraft College to debut a vibrant new grocery store on the Livonia campus with state-of-the-art educational facility for students,” said Leo Salvaggio.

Plans are in the works for student learning opportunities for supply chain management, as well as business and accounting.

More details on the project will be released at a later date.