The goal of the new initiative to improve teacher preparation, retention and quality to strengthen the state’s talent pipeline.
Kim Kozlowski
Kim covers P-20 education for Bridge Michigan, focusing on issues that impact students and communities across the state. She joined the team in July 2025 after a 25-year tenure at The Detroit News where she reported on several beats including higher education. Prior to that, she reported for daily newspapers in New York, North Dakota and Missouri. Known for her investigative work, she’s been honored with three journalism fellowships and the Detroit chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists' 2021 Journalist of the Year. In 2025, the student newspaper of Eastern Michigan University, her alma matter, inducted her into the Eastern Echo Hall of Fame. Her interests include yoga, hiking and stand-up paddleboarding, preferably in northern Michigan. She lives in Ferndale with her husband, dog and two cats. Reach her at kkozlowski@bridgemi.com or on social media @kimberkoz.
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MSU to offer AI studies across all majors amid push for digital-ready workforce
The first recommendations of MSU’s council of business and civil leaders include an AI curriculum shaped by industry needs. Some view digital competency as a critical element in higher ed’s preparation of students for the future.
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CMU offers ‘guarantee’ that students will get jobs or get into grad school
CMU says it’s the first public university in Michigan to guarantee jobs or grad school acceptance. The university will offer $2,000 to graduates who don’t find success.
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U-M president’s compensation may hit $3M per year, base pay could set record
U-M President-elect Syverud to earn nearly $3 million in total compensation, with his $2 million base pay potentially setting a record for public university presidents, an expert said.
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U-M’s new president inherits host of challenges: What Kent Syverud faces
U-M President-elect Kent Syverud to join school following a season of instability and grapple with many issues, including federal funding cuts to universities, athletic department scandals and student affordability.
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U-M expected to name Syracuse chancellor its next president
Kent Syverud, who earned two degrees from the University of Michigan, is expected to become U-M’s next president. U-M’s Board of Regents will hold a special meeting Monday to make its selection.
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Michigan teachers weaving lessons on Jan. 6 uprising into history classes
Some history teachers are using the contentious 1800 election and subsequent peaceful transition of power between John Adams and Thomas Jefferson as a segue to the Jan. 6 riot at the US Capitol.
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EMU offers women a chance to earn bachelor’s degrees in prison
The 12 women who earned bachelor’s degrees at Women’s Huron Valley Correctional Facility in September participated in the largest graduation so far by the Michigan Department of Corrections.
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Benton Harbor turns to virtual teachers amid shortage. Parents aren’t happy
All kids deserve a certified teacher, even if they are remote, Benton Harbor officials say. Some disagree.
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Michigan districts appeal after judge upholds restrictions on safety funds
To get state funds for safety and mental health, school districts must agree to waive their attorney-client privileges and comply with any state investigation if a mass-casualty event occurs on campus — or opt out by Dec. 30.