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Greater South Bend Region's Ultimate Guide to Arts & CultureTuesday Feb 07, 2012South Bend Area Weather

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    Lake Michigan College


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    Lake Michigan College (LMC), founded in 1946, is a two-year comprehensive community college located in the southwest corner of Michigan. Serving 177,000 residents of Berrien County, Covert Township in Van Buren County, and the South Haven School District, LMC is the region's leader in higher education and serves as a cultural center, regional economic partner, and a leader in diversity and innovation. As a multi-campus college, LMC puts student access to programs and services at the forefront with classes offered at four campus locations, at extension centers throughout the service area, online, and through telecourses. In addition to associate degree and certificate programs, LMC offers customized business training and continuing education through its Community and Business Services division. The Lake Michigan College Mendel Center for Arts and Technology, which is located on the Napier Avenue Campus, is a cultural center for the region. The 1,500-seat Mainstage theatre and full-service conference and event facility hosts a lineup of world-class entertainment, trade shows, and business meetings. The Mendel Center also houses the music and theatre academic programs along with the College's telecommunications center. The College has a proven track record in attracting grant funds and private support. Examples include the recently completed Phase I of a fund raising campaign that brought in $5 million, four TriO programs and a Special Populations program that serve the unique needs of 2,500 individuals each year, and a recent $1.75 million Title III grant has allowed for all LMC classrooms to be equipped with multimedia teaching and learning equipment. The College has strong working relationships with other educational institutions including Siena Heights University and Western Michigan University-Southwest. Through these partnerships, area residents have access to bachelors, masters, and doctoral degree programs on the LMC campuses. LMC also works closely with the K-12 public, private, and charter schools to provide dual enrollment/direct credit programs, technical preparation programs, and career exploration events.