Alumnus Spotlight: Alexa Hecksel

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

While she was a student at Lansing Community College, alumna Alexa Hecksel began her journey to a low-waste lifestyle.

On Saturday, April 10, Hecksel opened a shop called Clean Refillery at 1136 S. Washington … Read More

Alumnus Spotlight: Amber Kenton

By Maddy Warren Editor in Chief Whether they only take a few classes or earn an associate degree, many LCC alumni express appreciation for the college and look back on their time as a student with fondness. Amber Kenton is … Read More

Alumnus Spotlight: Jeff Wilson

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

Before becoming a field services site lead supervisor for McLaren Health Care, Jeff Wilson was once a student at LCC. He came to the college in 1981.

“I spent a year at Michigan State … Read More

Alumnus Spotlight: David Barker

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

Before David Barker became a project lead in the LCC Marketing and Communications Department, he was a student at the college from 2007 to 2009.

“I was a creative writing major,” Barker said. “That’s what … Read More

Alumnus Spotlight: Amber Stairs

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

During her professional career, Amber Stairs, development director for the non-profit Haven House in East Lansing, has been a student at LCC two different times.

“The first time was straight out of high school … Read More

Alumnus Spotlight: Robin Schneider

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

In high school, Robin Schneider, a registered lobbyist and executive director of the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, wanted to pursue a career in cosmetology.

“I had gone to the career center while I was in … Read More

Alumnus Spotlight: Barb Byrum

By Maddy WarrenEditor In Chief

As the daughter of an elected official, Ingham County Clerk Barb Byrum said she once wanted nothing to do with politics.

Byrum’s mother, Dianne Byrum – a former state representative and senator – was forced … Read More

Ewart credits much success to LCC

By Aaron Wilton Editor in Chief

Dan Ewart, a baritone vocalist, got his humble beginnings at LCC, and credits the instructors with molding him into the person he is today.

“I started taking classes in 2001, when I graduated from … Read More