Baker College of Clinton Township is a beneficiary of annual Rotary 'Spring Zing,' May 3

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Baker College of Clinton Township is one of eight organizations that will share proceeds from the 2014 Spring Zing, an annual community fundraising event hosted by the Rotary Club of Mt. Clemens, Saturday, May 3. The college will match the donation and use the funds for student scholarships.

 “Funds garnered through this fun, community event will assist students in obtaining the education needed to prepare for their chosen careers,” said Donald R. Torline, president of Baker College of Clinton Township. “Making education accessible to more people is also integral to Michigan’s future success as we transition to a knowledge-based economy. We’re pleased and honored by the Rotarians’ continued support.”

In total, donations from previous Spring Zing events coupled with Baker’s matching dollars have made more than $30,000 available for Baker College scholarships.

Baker College of Clinton Township, one of 12 Baker College campuses in Michigan, was opened in 1990. Today, the college has nearly 4,400 students enrolled in bachelor’s, associate and certificate career programs in business administration, computer information systems, education, engineering and technology, health sciences and human services. It employs more than 550 faculty and staff members.

As a career college, the Baker College system reports that 97 percent of its available graduates are employed.

The theme of the 2014 Spring Zing is “A Tribute to the Titanic,” and guests are encouraged to wear period costumes. It will be at Zuccaro Banquets & Catering in Chesterfield Township. For reservations and more information, contact Larry Neal at 586.226.5011.

Other organizations selected as beneficiaries of the 2014 event are: Kids Against Hunger, McLaren Macomb Medical Outreach Mobile Clinic, Macomb Literacy Partners, Families Against Narcotics, Turning Point, CARE of Southeastern Michigan and Henry Ford Macomb Hospital-Physician Narcotic Education Series.

For more information about Baker College of Clinton Township, contact the admission office at 586.791.3000 or Annette.Looser@baker.edu.

The largest private college in Michigan, Baker College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. It is a nonprofit higher education institution, serving more than 35,000 students on 12 campuses and in three satellite locations. Baker College grants certificates and associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business, health sciences, education and human services, and various technical fields, as well as a doctorate of business administration. As a career college, the Baker College system is pleased to report that 97 percent of its available graduates are employed. For more information about Baker College, please check out our website at www.baker.edu.