WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2025 ~ GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY:
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2025 PODCASTS:
Oct. 27, 2025 ~ Kara VanDam, vice president and chief executive of Omni at Grand Valley State University, joins “‘JR Morning” to discuss GVSU‘s commitment to Detroit, Detroit-area students, and adult learners.
Oct. 27, 2025 ~ Grand Valley State University President Philomena Mantella joins Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds to discuss all things GVSU, including the recent Economic Impact Report, state funding, student experiences on campus, and much more!
Oct. 27, 2025 ~ GVSU Student Senate President Evan Jackson joins “‘JR Morning” to share his experience as a GVSU student, leading Student Senate, and more about his experience as a Laker!
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2025 ~ FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY:
Oct. 28, 2025 ~ Dr. Daniel Atwood, director of bands at Ferris State University, joins Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds live at Ferris State to discuss the marching band being revived after a 30-year hiatus.
Oct. 28, 2025 ~ “‘JR Morning” are joined by Dr. Jennifer Schad, assistant dean of Clinical Education and director of Community Outreach for Ferris State’s Michigan College of Optometry, to discuss the celebration of its 50th anniversary, and until recently being the only college of optometry in the state.
Oct. 28, 2025 ~ Rob Bentley, the “voice of the Bulldogs” and associate athletics director at Ferris State University, joins Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds to discuss the Bulldogs’ football team riding a 22-game winning streak as they defend their national championship.
Oct. 28, 2025 ~ Amy Dorey, professor of the Hospitality Management Program at Ferris State University, joins “‘JR Morning” to discuss the program and the students taking part in a variety of key roles at the X Games.
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2025 PODCASTS ~ KETTERING UNIVERSITY:
Oct. 29, 2025 ~ Dr. Robert McMahan, president of Kettering University and professor of Physics, joins Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds to discuss the universities workforce impact, nation’s first accelerated bachelor’s degree in Semiconductor Materials and Devices, and more!
Oct. 29, 2025 ~ Dr. Scott Grasman, who leads Kettering University’s College of Engineering and Computer Science, joins “‘JR Morning” to discuss Kettering’s co-op experiences, students working on industry equipment, and more!
Oct. 29, 2025 ~ Dale Pilger, vice president for University Advancement and External Relations, joins Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds to discuss fundraising, alumni engagement, corporate and foundation relations, and more!
Oct. 29, 2025 ~ “‘JR Morning” is joined by Chris Ordoobadi, a mechanical engineering student and member of the Formula SAE Team, and Ernest Reschke, a computer engineering student, to discuss their experience at Kettering University!
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2025 PODCASTS ~ MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY:
Oct. 30, 2025 ~ Matthew Daum, dean of the Michigan State University College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, chats about becoming the dean earlier this year, the undergrad degree programs offered in his college, career outcomes for graduates, and more!
Oct. 30, 2025 ~ Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds talk with Don Simon, CEO of Farm Bureau Insurance of Michigan, to discuss being a longtime supporter of MSU, their commitment to Michigan communities, and more!
Oct. 30, 2025 ~ Michelle Reynaert, COO of Michigan Farm Bureau, joins Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, and Jamie Edmonds to discuss what the farm organization has seen recently, the connection to Michigan State University, and much more.
Oct. 30, 2025 ~ Deb Dansby, vice president of marketing at Michigan Farm Bureau Insurance, joins “‘JR Morning” to discuss their social mission, supporting Michigan nonprofits, and much more.
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2025 PODCASTS ~ OAKLAND COMMUNITY COLLEGE:
Oct. 31, 2025 ~ Dr. Kim Hurns, vice chancellor for student services at Oakland Community College, joins Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, Jamie Edmonds, and Peter Provenzano to discuss being student ready and student success.
Oct. 31, 2025 ~ Dr. Jolene Chapman, interim provost at Oakland Community College, joins “‘JR Morning” and Peter Provenzano, to discuss Value Proposition Transfer and dual enrollment.
Oct. 31, 2025 ~ Dr. Tanya McFadden, executive director of health professions and dean of nursing at Oakland Community College, joins Chris Renwick, Lloyd Jackson, Jamie Edmonds, and Peter Provenzano to discuss health sciences.
Oct. 31, 2025 ~ Joseph Petrosky, vice chancellor for economic and workforce development, joins “‘JR Morning” and Peter Provenzano, to discuss short-term training for the workforce.
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2024 ~ MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY:
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2024 PODCASTS:
Oct. 25, 2024 ~ Michigan Farm Bureau CFO and Treasurer Tom Nugent joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie live on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss their mission of ending childhood hunger in our state.
Oct. 25, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live at Michigan State University for the 2024 WJR College Tour and joined by the Farm Bureau Insurance CEO Don Simon to discuss helping homeowners with cutting-edge technology and the affordability of insurance.
Oct. 25, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live from Michigan State University on the 2024 WJR College Tour, and joined by Michigan Farm Bureau COO Michelle Reynaert to discuss how their organization helps future famers and advocating for our state’s farmers.
Oct. 25, 2024 ~ Michigan State University will break ground on a new Plant and Enviromental Sciences building later today. AgBioResearch Director George Smith joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss how this new building will help food security and climate adaptation.
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2024 ~ KETTERING UNIVERSITY:
Oct. 24, 2024 ~ Kettering University Co-Op and Career Design Director Enza Sleva joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss how their programs help launch students into careers immediately after graduation.
Oct. 24, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are on the 2024 WJR College Tour live from Kettering University to talk with students Ian Gibson, Katee Callicutt, and Gordo Lopez about how their co-op programs have set them up for success, student life on campus, and more!
Oct. 24, 2024 ~ Kettering University President Dr. Robert McMahan joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the 2024 WJR College Tour to talk about their students earning the highest salaries after graduation of all in-state universities, working with local companies as co-op partners, and much more!
Oct. 24, 2024 ~ Sam and Sammy Hoff, an alum and current senior at Kettering University join Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss Kettering’s co-op program, the great hands-on experience it provides, and being involved as an employer.
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2024 ~ FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY:
Oct. 23, 2024 ~ Ferris State University President Dr. Bill Pink joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie live on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss staying ahead of the curve with the university’s many academic programs, hosting the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Imagery, and more.
Oct. 23, 2024 ~ On the 2024 WJR College Tour, Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live from Ferris State University and joined by Dean of Student Life Lina Blair to discuss connecting with students on campus, helping them with food security, and much more!
Oct. 23, 2024 ~ Ferris State Bulldogs Athletic Director Steve Brockelbank joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss the football team’s hot start to the season ahead of the rivalry matchup with Grand Valley State University this Saturday, how the university is handling the transfer portal and NIL, and much more!
Oct. 23, 2024 ~ Tom Van Pernis, associate professor and program coordinator of plastics engineering technology at Ferris State University, joins, Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss the many career paths his students can pursue.
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2024 ~ MICHIGAN TECH UNIVERSITY:
Oct. 22, 2024 ~ Marika Seigel, associate provost for Undergraduate Education and dean of the Pavlis Honors College at Michigan Tech, joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the WJR 2024 College Tour to discuss their new program launching next fall and preparing students for post-graduation.
Oct. 22, 2024 ~ Michigan Tech Associate Professor of Computer Science Briana Bettin joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss the university’s great computing and engineering programs.
Oct. 22, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live from Michigan Tech University for the 2024 WJR College Tour where they are joined by Dean of Students Kellie Raffaelli to discuss the great opportunities for students on campus in Houghton, and how they stay connected with parents in Metro Detroit and beyond.
Oct. 22, 2024 ~ Michigan Tech University junior Logan Sandell and sophomore Audrey Fanning join Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the 2024 WJR College Tour to share what life is like on campus in Houghton, the hands-on academic environment in the classroom, and much more!
WJR COLLEGE TOUR 2024 ~ WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY:
Oct. 21, 2024 ~ Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie are live on the 2024 WJR College Tour from Wayne State University, and talk with senior Sumer Chaudry, junior Sophia Martell, senior Jesse Williams, senior Austin Churley about life on campus, how they’re being prepared for post-college life, and more!
Oct. 21, 2024 ~ Wayne State University Provost Dr. Laurie Clabo and Vice Provost Dr. Charles Cotton III joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie live on the 2024 WJR College Tour to talk about the university’s ranking in the U.S. News and World Report‘s top 100, working to prepare students for their careers, and more!
Oct. 21, 2024 ~ Wayne State University Vice President of Economic Development Ned Staebler joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie live on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss the importance of the University Research Corridor, and how Tech Town impacts small businesses in Michigan.
Oct. 21, 2024 ~ Taunya Phillips, Wayne State University‘s assistant vice president for technology commercialization, joins Guy, Lloyd, and Jamie on the 2024 WJR College Tour to discuss how the university and Tech Town have helped grow many emerging technologies.
