Mid Michigan College is proud to announce that Amy Dykhouse, Director of Career Center & Accommodations, has been awarded the Michelle Glenn Award at the 2025 Michigan Occupational Special Populations Association (MOSPA) Conference. This prestigious, statewide recognition honors individuals who demonstrate exceptional commitment to students from special populations, including those with disabilities, low-income backgrounds, and other underserved groups.
Amy’s work is a shining example of Mid’s broader commitment to student success. For the 2024-2025 academic year, Mid served over 250 students identified as part of eight special populations under the Carl D. Perkins Career & Technical Education Act. These students benefit from a wide array of support services designed to remove barriers and foster achievement in nearly 50 occupational training programs, including associate degrees and workforce credentials.
Mid’s Perkins Grant funds work closely with the College’s federally funded TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Grant to deliver additional wraparound support. This collaboration has yielded strong outcomes—of students admitted to TRIO, 22% are also registered for accommodations, and many cite the impact of these services as crucial to their ability to stay enrolled and succeed despite challenges such as mental health issues, limited support systems, and financial hardship.
In fact, mental health continues to be a critical focus area. Nearly 30% of students registered for accommodations at Mid report a mental health-related disability, highlighting the College’s need for continued mental health and counseling support. Amy’s recognition underscores just how vital these services are to Mid’s mission and student success.
“We’re incredibly proud of Amy and the work she does each day to champion our students,” said Shawn Troy, Dean of Workforce & Career Education. “This award is a testament not only to her efforts, but to our College-wide commitment to providing opportunity and support for all learners.”
