College of Creative Studies

Mount Clemens' Historic Gibraltar Trade Center Gets a New Look After 33 Years

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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MOUNT CLEMENS, Mich., Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Pleasantrees today announces they are breaking ground at the site of the historic Gibraltar Trade Center, transforming it into a dynamic events space and cannabis retail store. After 33 years, the reimagined space will breathe new life into the building's once-shuttered doors, including a new look for the iconic Gibraltar man sign.

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  • After 33 years, the reimagined space will breathe new life into the building's once-shuttered doors, including a new look for the iconic Gibraltar man sign.
  • The leading Michigan cannabis retailer's permanent location will occupy approximately 9,000 square feet of the 250,000-square-foot facility.
  • In addition to housing a medical and recreational dispensary on-site, Pleasantrees has further plans to reactivate the location with community events, preserving the spirit that defined the historic Gibraltar Trade Center.
  • The building will bring together residents from Mount Clemens and surrounding areas for concerts, auto shows, farmers markets, and more.

BRP ANNOUNCES THE WINNERS OF THE 5TH BRP INTERNATIONAL DESIGN COMPETITION

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Friday, March 24, 2023
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ROVANIEMI, Finland, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO) proudly announced yesterday the winners of its 5th International Design Competition.

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  • ROVANIEMI, Finland, March 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - BRP Inc. (TSX: DOO) (NASDAQ: DOOO) proudly announced yesterday the winners of its 5th International Design Competition.
  • The competition allowed students to put into practice their academic, technical and creative skills, while benefiting from advice and mentoring from BRP employees.
  • In addition, the competition's 10 finalists attended Arctic Design Week, along with some of their professors and members of the BRP team.
  • The BRP International Design Competition is yet another example of the powersports leader's commitment to playing an active role in creating a brighter future for all.

The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards Announce the 100th Annual Class of National Medalists

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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the nonprofit Alliance for Young Artists & Writers has announced its 100th annual class of National Medalists in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards—the nation's longest running and most prestigious program for creative teens in grades 7-12. Student participation is up 15% from 2022, with more than 100,000 teens from U.S. territories, Canada, and every state in the nation participating in this year's Awards, submitting over 300,000 works of art and writing. Works by more than 40,000 teens received regional recognition, and nearly 2,000 works earned national awards.

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  • Works by more than 40,000 teens received regional recognition, and nearly 2,000 works earned national awards.
  • In celebration of the Award's 100th anniversary, the Alliance, which administers the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, has announced that it will be recognizing writer Joyce Carol Oates and fashion designer Tracy Reese as this year's Alumni Achievement Award recipients.
  • Tracy Reese shared, "I am extremely honored to be chosen to receive the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards' Alumni Achievement Award in the 100th anniversary of this prestigious program!
  • Today, we are making Awards history by welcoming our centennial class of national medalists, who will be celebrated for their creative prowess, candor, and ingenuity.

The College for Creative Studies Announces New Dean of Undergraduate Studies

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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Detroit, Michigan, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Amy Ruopp as the Dean of Undergraduate Studies, effective January 2, 2023.

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  • Detroit, Michigan, Feb. 02, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Amy Ruopp as the Dean of Undergraduate Studies, effective January 2, 2023.
  • She continues to serve in that capacity and in 2021 was named Assistant Dean of Undergraduate Studies.
  • Recognizing her success and talent as an educator and the need for a Dean of Undergraduate Studies, the College appointed Ruopp as Dean of Undergraduate Studies in 2023.
  • She earned a Master of Arts: Teaching and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Maryland Institute College of Art.

Internationally Acclaimed Hollywood Concept Artist and Educator Named Provost of the College for Creative Studies

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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Detroit, Michigan, Sept. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is thrilled to announce the appointment of renowned Hollywood concept designer, educator and CCS alumnus, Tim Flattery, as Provost, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer, effective immediately.

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  • Detroit, Michigan, Sept. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is thrilled to announce the appointment of renowned Hollywood concept designer, educator and CCS alumnus, Tim Flattery, as Provost, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer, effective immediately.
  • In 2021, Flattery was named Dean of Undergraduate Studies where he conceptualized a new Foundations model and supported the launch of a new mentorship program, improving and personalizing the freshman experience on campus.
  • Tims track record inside and outside of CCS strongly demonstrates this, said Don Tuski, President of the College.
  • I am very excited for this opportunity as Provost to continue the bold collaboration with the amazing people at CCS, Flattery said.

2022 Black Footwear Forum Announces Agenda, Speakers and New Sponsors

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022
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DETROIT, Aug. 24, 2022  /PRNewswire/ -- The Black Footwear Forum (BFF) today announces featured speakers and panels for this year's event, to be held at Pensole Lewis College of Business & Design (PLC) in Detroit, September 16-18, in partnership with the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA).

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  • "Since its first year, the Black Footwear Forum has evolved into a major industry gathering to celebrate, inspire and acknowledge Black creatives globally who are responsible for the culture of our industry," PLC Founder and President D'Wayne Edwards said.
  • Following will be the BFF VIP dinner for staff, speakers, and sponsors, at the Detroit Pistons Performance Center, overlooking the Pistons' practice facilities.
  • About the Black Footwear Forum (BFF):The Black Footwear Forum, formally known as the African American Footwear Forum (AAFF), invites footwear industry professionals and supporters to share stories and ideas and to create a dialog around the influence, leadership, and passion provided by blacks in the global footwear industry.
  • FDRA also runs the footwear industry's weekly podcast Shoe-In Show featuring leading footwear executives and experts discussing key business trends.

SKYMINT To Become First-Ever Cannabis Sponsor Of ArtPrize, The Most Attended Public Art Event In The World

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021
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"Since our inception, SKYMINT has been dedicated to celebrating the intersection of cannabis, art, culture, and community," explains SKYMINT Senior Director of Marketing, Aimee Michalak.

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  • "Since our inception, SKYMINT has been dedicated to celebrating the intersection of cannabis, art, culture, and community," explains SKYMINT Senior Director of Marketing, Aimee Michalak.
  • As an official 2021 ArtPrize Premier Sponsor , SKYMINT will host the festival's Oct. 1 closing event at The Atrium, honoring ArtPrize's 2021 participating artists.
  • "This is a historical moment not only for me as an artist, but also for cannabis," says the ArtPrize alum, Sheefy McFly.
  • ArtPrize was named the "most attended public art event" in 2014 and 2015 by the London-based publication, The Art Newspaper, and the expressive and interactive public art event has reported seeing up to 26,000 attendees per day since its inception.

Delic Announces Laura Dawn, Msc., Host of the Psychedelic Leadership Podcast, Business Consultant & Microdosing Mentor to Appear at Meet Delic: The World's Premiere Psychedelic and Wellness Event

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Tuesday, August 17, 2021
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("Delic" or the "Company") (CSE: DELC ) (OTCQB: DELCF ), the leading psychedelic wellness platform has announced that Laura Dawn , Msc.

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  • ("Delic" or the "Company") (CSE: DELC ) (OTCQB: DELCF ), the leading psychedelic wellness platform has announced that Laura Dawn , Msc.
  • is a microdosing mentor for executives, and has been leading transformational retreats for over ten years.
  • Meet Delic is the world's premier psychedelic and wellness edutainment event catering to both curious newcomers, businesses and thought leaders.
  • Delic is the leading psychedelic wellness platform, committed to bringing science-backed benefits to all and reframing the psychedelic conversation.

Delic Announces Laura Dawn, Msc., Host of the Psychedelic Leadership Podcast, Business Consultant & Microdosing Mentor to Appear at Meet Delic: The World's Premiere Psychedelic and Wellness Event

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Tuesday, August 17, 2021
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("Delic" or the "Company") (CSE: DELC ) (OTCQB: DELCF ), the leading psychedelic wellness platform has announced that Laura Dawn , Msc.

Key Points: 
  • ("Delic" or the "Company") (CSE: DELC ) (OTCQB: DELCF ), the leading psychedelic wellness platform has announced that Laura Dawn , Msc.
  • is a microdosing mentor for executives, and has been leading transformational retreats for over ten years.
  • Meet Delic is the world's premier psychedelic and wellness edutainment event catering to both curious newcomers, businesses and thought leaders.
  • Delic is the leading psychedelic wellness platform, committed to bringing science-backed benefits to all and reframing the psychedelic conversation.