Detroit Reconnect

08/06/2026

💻Starting Tonight!

Please complete the registration form below to sign up for one or both webinars:
Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/a6rqC4aWwp

07/28/2026

💻Join our Upcoming Detroit Reconnect Webinars!

Detroit Reconnect invites you to join us for two upcoming webinars designed to support adult learners who are thinking about returning to school, planning their next educational step, or looking for guidance on funding options. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Please complete the registration form below to sign up for one or both webinars:
Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/a6rqC4aWwp

06/22/2026

You are not your past! Join us on June 29 as we partner to support Formerly Incarcerated individuals gain new skills and advance in today’s workforce.

Join Project Reentry for our June workshop! Ready to advance your education or career? In this workshop, Penny Kane of Detroit Reconnect will highlight the free educational and skilled trades scholarship opportunities available through Detroit Reconnect and provide guidance on how returning citizens can access these valuable resources.

Monday, June 29 at SADO Detroit
6:00 - 7:00 pm
RSVP: www.sado.org/go/detreconnect

See you there!

05/09/2026

Degree Forward is excited to host a Detroit Reconnect Café—a relaxed, drop-in space designed to support adult learners on their journey back to college.

📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 DF Student & Community Center 20800 Southfield Road, Suite 110, Southfield, MI

No appointments. No pressure. Just real support.

Stop by to:
• Connect with a Detroit Reconnect coach
• Explore funding options & Michigan Reconnect
• Get help with academic pathways & transfers
• Learn about community resources

Whether you’re just getting started or picking up where you left off—we’re here to help you move forward.

AND don’t forget… come back later that evening!

Join us for our Summer Kickoff & Enrollment Fair at 5:30 PM! A celebration of our students, on-site enrollment support, food, and community fun!

Come for support in the morning… stay for celebration in the evening. 💜

05/07/2026

Let’s give a big welcome to Penny Kane and Kijuan Dent! 👏👏👏

Penny will be expanding our engagement with Veterans, GED candidates, and Justice‑Impacted/ Formerly Incarcerated adults.

Kijuan will be supporting adults exploring healthcare careers, collaborating with our higher‑ed and employer partners.

We’re excited to have you both!

04/23/2026

We’re excited to share an upcoming opportunity designed for adult learners, current and future college students, and families who are thinking about their next step—whether that’s starting college, returning to finish a degree, or exploring new career options.

Registration is encouraged but not required!

https://www.tfaforms.com/5219649

04/17/2026

🚨Happening tomorrow — reserve your spot today.

Not Your Typical College Fair!

Forget everything you know about traditional college fairs. We’re bringing college, career, and community together at the Marygrove Conservancy on Saturday, April 18th!

Whether you’re a high schooler, an adult learner, or a current college student, we have tailored breakout sessions just for you. Connect with recruiters, explore essential wraparound supports, and dive into wellness resources designed for your holistic success. This is a space built for YOU to thrive.

🎟️ Ready to level up? Reserve a spot on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/not-your-typical-college-fair-tickets-1983468779513

03/20/2026

Applications are now open for the third cohort of the Detroit Regional Postsecondary Student Advisory Fellowship!

https://www.detroitchamber.com/applications-open-detroit-regional-postsecondary-student-advisory-fellowship/

What makes this opportunity especially appealing:

* Open to all majors, all programs, and all institutions—community colleges, universities, technical programs, and beyond
* Quarterly stipend
* A low time commitment and completely virtual (aside from one event), making it accessible for students balancing work, school, and family
* Leadership development, networking, and hands‑on experience with education and industry leaders
* A chance to shape policy and practice that directly affects students across the region

02/25/2026

Whether you're restarting your education, changing careers, or just exploring your options, this is a great place to get clarity and take your next step.

02/09/2026

Last week we presented on Regional Re‑Engagement at the Michigan Center for Adult College Success Summit, in partnership with Wayne State University. This session focused on advancing opportunities for adult learners and strengthening pathways that support their return to—and success in—higher education.