Mid Michigan College has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Consumers Energy Foundation to support the renovation of the Morey Technical Education Center on the College’s Mt. Pleasant Campus.
“At the Consumers Energy Foundation, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. The Consumers Energy Foundation is proud to support Mid Michigan College’s renovation, which will equip students with the skills and experience needed to thrive in Michigan’s rapidly evolving technical and manufacturing industries,” said Cathy Wilson, secretary and treasurer of the Consumers Energy Foundation. “Their work aligns with our commitment to workforce development and ensuring everyone has access to cutting-edge training and career opportunities.”
The renovation project is focused on aligning the Center with Industry 4.0 standards, ensuring students are trained on cutting-edge technologies and prepared for today’s most in-demand technical careers.
Funded in part by a $2.5 million state grant and a $100,000 local fundraising goal, the project includes
- Additional Welding Bays
- Advanced Robotic Simulators
- CNC Machines
- 3D Printing Technologies
- Additional State-of-the-Art Equipment
These upgrades are designed to prepare students for high-skill, high-demand jobs in Michigan’s evolving manufacturing and technical sectors.
“We are grateful to the Consumers Energy Foundation for their generous support,” shared Alexa Carey, Executive Director of the Mid Michigan College Foundation. “This renovation was inspired by the vision of local employers, and we’re proud to partner with community supporters to bring that vision to life.”
Originally constructed in 2015 through a donation from the Morey Foundation, the Morey Technical Education Center is now poised to become a hub for next-generation workforce development.
“We’re excited to see this space transformed with state-of-the-art technologies that reflect the future of manufacturing,” added Carey. “And we deeply appreciate the ongoing support of partners like Consumers.”
For more information about the Morey Technical Education Center renovations, visit midmich.edu/morey-2025.
About Mid Michigan College
Mid Michigan College, with campuses in Harrison and Mt. Pleasant, has been serving its community since 1965. With state-of-the-art facilities, experienced faculty, and a commitment to the community, Mid is dedicated to helping students get the most out of their education. Learn more about Mid and all we have to offer at midmich.edu.
Celebrating 60 Years of Excellence
Since 1965, Mid Michigan College has been dedicated to inspiring student success, fostering community growth, and shaping the future through accessible, high-quality educational opportunities throughout the state for learners of all ages. Visit midmich.edu/60th-anniversary to learn more.
About the Consumers Energy Foundation
The Consumers Energy Foundation is the charitable arm of Consumers Energy, Michigan’s largest energy provider. The Consumers Energy Foundation enables communities to thrive and grow by investing in what’s most important to Michigan–its people, our planet and Michigan’s prosperity. In 2020, the Consumers Energy Foundation, Consumers Energy and its employees and retirees contributed over $20 million to Michigan nonprofits. For more information about the Consumers Energy Foundation, visit ConsumersEnergy.com/foundation.
