Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a lifelong Michigander. She is a lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator. She was the first woman to lead a Senate caucus. But the most important title she boasts is MOM. Inspired by her family, she’s devoted her life to building a stronger Michigan for everyone.
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April 07, 2025
WHEREAS, Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week, sponsored by the National Association of Graduate-Professional Students, raises awareness of the role of graduate and professional students within America’s colleges and universities; and,
WHEREAS, the economy of the state of Michigan is strengthened by the research and development efforts of graduate and professional students; and,
WHEREAS, graduate and professional students in the state of Michigan, through their notable accomplishments and outstanding achievements, have contributed tremendously to the community; and,
WHEREAS, graduate and professional students are the future teaching professionals, researchers, and leaders of the state, the nation, and the world; and,
WHEREAS, many graduate and professional students move to Michigan for their education and stay after graduation, having families, starting companies, and building a more populous and prosperous Michigan; and,
WHEREAS, there are over 75,000 graduate and professional students enrolled in Michigan’s universities as of Fall semester 2024; and,
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim April 7-11, 2025 as Graduate and Professional Student Appreciation Week in Michigan.