Host and Dean of Education and Human Services, Dr. Michelle Johnston, introduces three special guests involved in a project called Political Engagement Project (PEP). Dr. Richard Griffin, Dr. Wendy Samuels, and Dr. Sandy Alspach all hope to institutionalize PEP.

The purpose of PEP is to combine the classroom and lab, in the real world. This allows for students to become engaged, but also stay involved in numerous ways. One way is through Ferris State University’s affiliation with the New York Times. Ferris receives one hundred newspapers a day, five days a week. The purpose of this is to inform and involve students in what is going on around us.

Another event that Political Engagement Project holds is Constitution Week, where students learn about the constitution through trivial questions and other learning methods. However, one of the largest events through PEP is the presidential speech, where students write a five to eight minute speech about a political issue, one week before the election, and give a speech. Students are rewarded with Ferris torch trophies, as well as cash prizes for first, second, and third place.

Through strong administrative support, PEP currently holds twelve dedicated faculty members. However, the future of PEP may hold twenty-seven faculty members, as well as incorporate online quizzes into the learning.

Studio shows are produced, directed, designed and distributed by students in the Television and Digital Media Production Program (TDMP).

Dean of Education and Human Services, Dr. Michelle Johnston, Hosts three guests from the ROTC program Aaron Jarvi, cadet, Monica Steadman, Cadet, and Jose Bonilla, sergeant First Class.  The Program develops leadership, community and huge financial aid. ROTC stands for Reserve Officers' Training Corps.

After the ROTC program students do not have to stay in the army, but given the choice they can enroll with commitment that will give more financial benefits.  Also you can receive officer training courses receiving a minor in military science as well as a major of your choice. 

The classes are set at times that will have minimal conflict with your major as well as instructors that will work with your schedule and graduation plan.
For more information check out the Ferris ROTC web site link off of the Ferris State Home Page.

Studio shows are produced, directed, designed and distributed by students in the Television and Digital Media Production Program (TDMP).