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Write to Win!
Bay College’s Annual Writing Competition Now Accepting Entries
Any current Bay College student may submit up to three entries in each of three categories: fiction, poetry, and creative nonfiction (personal essay). A first prize of $50 and a second prize of $25 will be awarded in each category at the local level. The top two entries in each category will advance to the state competition, where cash prizes will be awarded for each category.
Content and format guidelines can be found here: https://landconferencemi.com/paper-specifications-and-formatting/
All entries must be sponsored and submitted by a Bay College faculty member via email
attachment to Jennifer McCann at the following address: mccannj@baycollege.edu. Students without a faculty sponsor can reach out to Jennifer for assistance.
The submission deadline for all entries is Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025.
Oreo Tasting & Vote
Campus: Escanaba (Café Bay)
Date: Monday, November 24
Time: 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Timezone: Eastern
Holiday Cards for Seniors
Campus: Iron Mountain
(Card station located in the Lower Commons)
Date: November 24–December 10
Help us brighten the holidays with holiday cards for seniors. A card station will be in the Lower Commons from November 24th to December 10th. Make someone smile by filling out a card with holiday wishes. They will be delivered to a local nursing home.
Giving Tuesday Holiday Concert – Escanaba City Band
Campus: Escanaba (Besse Theater)
Date: Tuesday, December 2
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Timezone: Eastern
Come enjoy festive music, and if you can, bring a donation to support local holiday drives, food, coats, toys, or monetary gifts are welcome.
Veterans Speak – Intergenerational Dialogue
This is a virtual event.
Campus: Escanaba
Date: Monday, November 24
Time: 7:00–8:30 p.m.
Timezone: Eastern
Don't miss the fourth Annual Veterans Speak Intergenerational Dialogue. This year's program focuses on advocacy for Vietnam War-era merchant mariners. It features a keynote from Miss Wendy Coble, a maritime historian and underwater archaeologist with the US Maritime Administration. The event is free and open to the public.
Holiday Tree Lighting
Campus: Escanaba (Besse Gallery near the door)
Date: Monday, November 24
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Timezone: Eastern
Tree Ornament Decorating
Campus: Escanaba (Besse Gallery)
Date: Monday, November 24
Time: 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Timezone: Eastern
Students can take their ornaments home if they wish, when the tree comes down after
the holiday.
Pizza with the President
Campus: Iron Mountain (Lower Commons)
Date: Tuesday, November 25
Time: 11:45 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Timezone: Central
Don't miss this relaxed opportunity to get to know Doctor Hughes, ask questions, and share what matters to you as a student.
Holiday Tree Lighting
Campus: Iron Mountain (Lower Commons)
Date: Tuesday, November 25
Time: 12:15 p.m.
Timezone: Central
Wear your best — or worst holiday sweater and enjoy snacks, cider, and holiday cheer.
Free Chair Massages
Campus: Iron Mountain (Lower Commons)
Date: Monday, December 1
Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Timezone: Central
Provided by chair massages provided by Bay College massage therapy graduate Cathy
Austin.
No appointment needed!
Design Your Future Workshop: Power of Intention & Visualization
Campus: Escanaba and Iron Mountain
Date: SEE DATES BELOW BY CAMPUS
The topic of this workshop is the Power of Intention and Visualization and Shaping
your Future
You can go even if you missed the first workshop!
Learn about The Power of Intention and Visualization in shaping your future. Boost focus, confidence, and motivation. This hands-on workshop
is run by certified Life Coach Jamie Krueger from Spark & Soul. Explore who you are,
what you want, and how to get there.
Iron Mountain Campus
December 2, 2025
1:30 AM - 3:00 PM Central
Fornetti Hall
Escanaba Campus
December 3, 2025
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern
JHUC 952A
Board Games & Open Tutoring Night
Campus: Iron Mountain (Student Success Center & Lower Commons)
Date: Tuesday, December 2
Time: 5:30–8:00 p.m.
Timezone: Central
This is an open invitation to students and their families for board games and snacks. We will be offering open tutoring in the Student Success Center during this time. So, if you're looking for some tutoring before finals but can't get a sitter, bring your kids for the games while you study. Iron Mountain students, nothing goes better together than pizza and study tips.
Pizza & Study Tips
Campus: Iron Mountain (Lower Commons)
Date: Wednesday, December 3
Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Timezone: Central
Drop-In Tutoring for Finals
Campus: Iron Mountain
If you want a little extra review this December as we move into finals, we've got
you covered. Take advantage of drop-in tutoring through the week!
MATH:
Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Central
Thursdays 12:30-1:30 p.m. Central
ENGLISH:
Wednesdays: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Central
International Relations Class
Looking for a cool gen ed class or elective as you prepare to register for Winter Semester? International Relations is a fascinating elective that meets gen ed requirements in the social and behavioral sciences.
Business Professionals of America – Student Club Recruitment
Build leadership skills, serve your community, and compete in business events at the state and national level. This club goes beyond looking great on your resume, it’s a springboard for success! All students are welcome.
International Relations – Winter Semester Course Option
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.
DATA Bus for Students
Every Tuesday the DATA Bus offers FREE Transportation to Walmart in Escanaba
Departs: 12:35–12:45 PM Eastern
from the Student Housing Complex
Arrives: ~1:00 PM at Walmart
Return: 2:00–2:15 PM Eastern
Approx. 1.5-hour round trip
Free for Bay College students this Fall semester
The Center for Youth Health & Wellness
offers FREE Non-emergency medical and mental health services for ages 10–21
Click https://www.baycollege.edu/students/health-safety/health-center.php for the web page.
Located in the Catherine Bonifas Building, Escanaba Campus
Wellness Vending Machine
Outside Bay Café
Stocked with personal care essentials (pain relievers, deodorant, cough drops, etc.)
The Student Resources Web Page can be found at this link: https://www.baycollege.edu/students/student-resources/index.php
Ongoing & Weekly Resources
ESCANABA CAMPUS FOOD PANTRY
Days and Hours:
Tuesday : 1:15 PM – 4:45 PM
Thursday: 1:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Friday: 10:45 AM - 3:45 PM
Stop by during any of these times and take what you need.
IRON MOUNTAIN CAMPUS FOOD PANTRY
NOW OPEN REGULARLY from 9 AM to 11:30 AM Central on Mondays and Wednesdays.
To schedule an appointment:
Call: 906-302-3000
Email: foodpantryIM@baycollege.edu
Information on Food Support Efforts
Feeding America of West Michigan: Bay College partners with Feeding America of West Michigan to stretch our donated funds and purchase food at a reduced rate. Click https://www.feedwm.org/ to learn more.
Swipe Out Hunger: Advocacy organization that powers the movement to end college student hunger. Click https://swipehunger.org/ to learn more.
Swipe Out Hunger, Resources for Students: Click https://swipehunger.org/students/ for additional resources.
Hunger Free Campus Bill (HB. 5097):
Spring 2024 National College Health Assessment: Find information about how hunger impacts college students nationally. Click https://www.acha.org/news/student-health-data-from-the-spring-2024-ncha-now-available/ to access the report.
Make Food Not Waste: Click https://makefoodnotwaste.org/every-bit-counts/ to find information on food waste.
EPA Food Waste Scale: Click https://www.epa.gov/sustainable-management-food/wasted-food-scale to learn more about food waste.
Please contact your Escanaba campus Food Pantry Team with any questions or concerns.
Find Your Stuff at the Lost and Found
Located at the Student Services Desk on both Escanaba and Iron Mountain Campuses
Check Out Transfer Opportunities to Lake Superior State University
through LSSU's Partnership with Bay College at https://www.baycollege.edu/about/facilities/lssu-regional-center.php