GCC Catalog 2025-2026 - Flipbook - Page 8
Foundation Board of Directors
The Gogebic Community College Foundation is governed by a volunteer board of directors. The board is
comprised of professionals, community leaders, and alumni. Foundation board members play an active role in
our donor stewardship and fundraising efforts. Foundation officers and members include:
Officers
JAMES MILAKOVICH
JOHN SIIRA
CHAD LASHUA
KELLY MARCZAK
Neil Beckman
Thomas Brown
Dayle Jackson
Daniel Jamison
John Matonich
Foundation President
Vice President
Treasurer
Executive Director
Members
Joel Massie
Linda Paoli
Carol Pisani
Greg Ryskey
George Samardich
Maria Sokol
Clay Thomason
Steve Wesselhoft
Judi Whitley-Yatchak
GOGEBIC COMMUNITY
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNITY EDUCATION
This program is dedicated to creating a vibrant environment highlighting the learning opportunities in our
region. Gogebic Community College's Entrepreneurial Center for Collaboration, Innovation and Development
(GCC-ECID) provides customized non-credit professional development training and consulting to our local and
regional businesses and community members. Community Education is dedicated to continuing development
of people of all ages. Programs are an extension of traditional academic work to develop occupational
improvement, vocational interests, cultural pursuits, health and wellness, and self-improvement to name a
few. All have the aim of advancing everyday living for community residents and businesses. If you or your
organization have an interest in customized learning experiences ranging from short lunch and learn programs
to full day sessions, contact Glen Ackerman-Behr at GlenAB@gogebic.edu to learn about our opportunities.
We look forward to partnering and supporting your success.
COMMUNITY USE OF FACILITIES
Gogebic Community College is available to community-based organizations for use of its classrooms and
meeting room facilities for meetings and special events which are not conflicting with instructional and
college-related activities. Designated meeting/conference rooms are located in the Lindquist Student and
Conference Center, the Erickson Academic Center, and the Solin Business Education Center. Room capacities
accommodate groups of varying sizes up to 200+ individuals. The college, upon request, can also provide audio
visual equipment. For additional information, contact (906) 307-1201. Fees may apply.
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