PLC Detroit

Getting hands-on with the future of creativity. ✨✏️

This week, stopped by PLC Detroit to showcase their latest technology, giving our students the opportunity to test new tools and experience industry-standard products firsthand.

Access to experiences like these is what makes PLC Detroit different. We’re proud to connect our emerging creatives with the tools shaping the future of design.

“We’re not a traditional college.”

In his remarks for Violet T. Lewis Day, Dr. Edwards reflected on what this day means for PLC Detroit and the mission that guides us every day: providing access to high-quality education without the burden of tuition.

Dr. Violet T. Lewis believed in creating opportunities where others saw barriers. Today, that legacy lives on through a college committed to preparing the next generation of designers, creators, and innovators while removing financial obstacles to learning.

As we honor her vision, we invite you to help us build the future through our 28x28 MiHBCU Campaign, an effort to raise $28 million by 2028 to sustain and expand tuition-free educational opportunities for students.

Every gift helps create access. Every donation helps change a life.

Visit our website to donate today and be part of the legacy.

Powerful words. Purposeful impact. 💜

During our celebration of , Dr. Ponders reflects on how the impact of PLC will continue to nurture the next generation of leaders.

Her remarks centered community,
leadership, education, and how she sees the connection between her grandmothers vision and our President, Dr. Edwards.

Thank you, Dr. Ponders, for pouring wisdom into this moment and helping us honor the spirit
and legacy of Dr. Violet T. Lewis 💜

A day, rooted in legacy, community, and connection 💜

Here’s a small recap of what today looked like at PLC Detroit. From powerful conversations and shared stories to unforgettable moments throughout the day, brought together leaders, creative students, and community members to celebrate impact across generations.

Thank you to everyone who showed up, supported, participated, and helped make this day meaningful. This is what community looks like!

Until next time. ✨

Do you know your Idlewild history? 👀

We put our team to the test — and the results were everything. 😄

Idlewild, Michigan. The Black Eden. A sanctuary built by and for Black excellence. And the cultural heartbeat behind the Merrell Outside: Futures Project — powered by PLC Detroit x Merrell x Virgil Abloh™ “Post-Modern” Scholarship Fund.

Think you know your history? Come learn with us.
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