Career & Community Open House at Baker College of Jackson

May 11 free event includes demonstrations, lab tours, family activities 

Baker College of Jackson’s career and community open house is noon – 4 p.m., Saturday, May 11, at 2800 Springport Road. It is free to the public.

Attendees will learn about Baker College educational and career-training programs and will be able to tour Baker’s campus, including all of its state-of-the-art labs.

Careers in the following fields will be highlighted:

- health sciences

- computer information systems

- business administration

- technology

- education

- human service

Lab demonstrations include 3D printing, free massages and animal surgeries. A crime scene will be set up for the criminal justice program, a fire truck will be on site for the fire science program, and the cyber defense team will present a demonstration for the cyber defense program.

“This is going to be a fun, educational event for all,” said Patricia A. Kaufman, Ed.D., Baker College of Jackson president. “Industry professionals, faculty and current students will be available to provide insight into each career field, perform demonstrations, and answer questions. It is an excellent opportunity for anyone considering a career in any of these fields to learn about the possibilities.”

This family event will also include giveaways and hands-on activities for children, and Baker staff members will be grilling hot dogs and hamburgers for attendees.

For more information call 517.788.7800 or email kevin.pnacek@baker.edu.