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Charlene Lutes

“Many students attracted to Bridge appreciate the social interaction that helps them succeed in college. It doesn’t matter how old anyone is, learning is a lifelong endeavor and many need to begin or return for education and training.”

Charlene a. Lutes, Ph.D.

Director of the Bridge Learning Experience

Bridge Learning Experience

NMC’s Bridge Learning Experience is designed specifically for nontraditional adult learners, providing flexible class times to fit various schedules. Working with more than 30 regional agencies to serve individuals residing in the surrounding six-county area, this program enrolls anywhere between 65 and 90 students each year. You can take day or evening courses to fit your schedule.

Students in Bridge describe the program as motivational, a confidence builder and an opportunity to succeed. The NMC Bridge is a learning community, and it operates on the premise that “we all learn better together.”

The program recently received the 2008-09 Equity in Higher Education Award from the Michigan Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers. NMC’s Bridge Learning Experience was chosen from among six competitive programs in Michigan for its encouragement and promotion of equal educational opportunities in higher education for all, especially the economically and educationally challenged.

NMC’s Bridge Learning Experience works with more than 30 regional agencies to serve individuals residing in the surrounding six-county area. Between 65 and 90 students are enrolled each year, taking day or evenings courses to fit their schedules.