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FREE Movie Alert!
See Zootopia 2
Escanaba Willow Creek Cinema
Date: December 1
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Timezone: Eastern
Students and grab two free tickets from the Escanaba Student Services front desk and get free admission. Pop and popcorn. Sponsored by Campus Activities Board. Because tab loves you!
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, December 3, 2025.
Holiday Cards for Seniors
Campus: Iron Mountain
(Card station located in the Lower Commons)
Date: November 24 through 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.
Silent Night Auction
Date: December 1st through 12th
The auction helps fund student support and enrichment programs. Please consider bidding on new or handcrafted items, gift baskets or services at the trio office.
Giving Tuesday Holiday Concert – Escanaba City Band
Campus: Escanaba (Besse Theater)
Date: 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.
Free Chair Massages
Campus: Iron Mountain (Lower Commons)
Date: 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
Date: December 2
Time: 1:30 AM - 3:00 PM Central
Fornetti Hall
Escanaba Campus
Date: December 3
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Eastern
JHUC 952A
Board Games & Open Tutoring Night
Campus: Iron Mountain (Student Success Center & Lower Commons)
Date: 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.
Ugly Sweater Contest
Capus: Escanaba
Date: December 3
Cafe Bay to craft your ugly sweater masterpiece.
Between 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. eastern.
Enjoy hot cocoa and treats between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Judging will be held at 12 p.m. for best crafted Ugly Sweater and Best Worn Ugly Sweater.
Don't miss out on the holiday cheer! Grab your ugliest sweater and join the fun!
Pizza & Study Tips
Campus: Iron Mountain
Lower Commons
Date: Wednesday, December 3
Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m.
Timezone: Central
FREE Lunch & Conversation
Campus: Iron Mountain
Lower Commons
Date: December 4
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Timezone: Central Time
Join the sociology 103 Cultural Diversity class for the last lunch and conversation
of the semester.
Let's face it, this may be your last chance for quality chitchat and free food until next semester.
Student Art Exhibition & Reception
Campus: Escanaba
Besse Theater North Gallery
Date: December 4
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Timezone: Eastern Time
Meet the artist and soak up the inspiration.
Sponsor Young Children & Grant Wishes for Veterans this Holiday
Campus: Escanaba & Iron Mountain
Bay College's Student Nursing Association and EMT Paramedic Club are supporting a Delta County family with seven young children and granting holiday wishes for veterans at the JW Jacob Eddie home. Grab a tag from the tree outside, BHAT421 or use the Amazon QR code to donate.
You may drop off gifts at the campus you wish to donate to.
Deadline for Unwrapped gift drop off:
December 5th in Iron Mountain
December 8th in Escanaba.
Details: The Bay College Student Nursing Association (SNA) and EMT/Paramedic Club invite you
to assist with Adopt-a-Family in sponsoring a Delta County family with seven young
children who have many clothing needs. SNA and EMT/Paramedic Club are also working
in conjunction with Marquette County’s DJ Jacobetti Home for Veterans and filling
the specific wishes of some veterans who have no family or do not receive visits from
family. Please join us in fulfilling these needs and wishes by taking a tag from
the tree outside of BHAT 421 or visiting our Amazon site (QR CODE above; specific
requests for both children and the Veterans will be found here). If you order from
Amazon, the items will go directly to SNA advisor Jennifer Farnsworth unless you choose
a different option. All Escanaba UNWRAPPED gifts need to be brought with their tree
tag and left in the Nursing Office (just set behind the desk)
By Monday December 8th.
Thank you for joining us in bringing smiles and happiness to these children and veterans
on Christmas morning. Your participation is appreciated as every bit helps! There
will also be a tree in the main entry of the Iron Mountain Campus for Veterans Wishes
at the VA and a collection box will be located at Iron Mountain for these items to
be turned in no later than Friday, December 5th.
Announcing the Winner of Pie an Ally All Stars: BRIAN BLACK
Campus: Escanaba in Café Bay
Date: December 8
Pieing Time: 12:00 p.m. Eastern
Join us between 11:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. Eastern for a Pride Club social and a craft.
FREE Movie Alert!
See Wicked for Good
Tri-City Cinema in Quinnesec
Date: December 8
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Timezone: Central
Students and grab two free tickets from Iron Mountain Student Services and get free admission. Pop and popcorn.
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
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
First tuition is due December 8th
Bay College will be closed the week of December 22nd
Winter semester starts January 12th
Foundation Scholarship opens January 15th
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.
Contact Molly Campbell for more information: campbelm@baycollege.edu or (906) 217-4067
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.
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.
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
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