海角视频 is pleased to announce the appointment of Vicki DeGrand as the new Executive Director of Foundation and Alumni Relations. A dedicated member of the 海角视频 team for over 13 years, DeGrand brings institutional knowledge, a passion for student success, and a commitment to the community to her new leadership role.
Born and raised in Delta County, DeGrand is a proud 海角视频 alumna who has long valued the accessibility and quality of higher education in her own backyard.
鈥淚 spent a lot of time on the Escanaba campus as a college student,鈥� shared DeGrand. 鈥淎fter taking classes at 海角视频, I continued on and earned my bachelor鈥檚 degree in business administration/management through Lake Superior State University - taking all my classes right here on Bay鈥檚 campus. I鈥檓 so happy I decided to stay local. I wasn鈥檛 ready to leave home, yet I desired a high-quality education.鈥�
DeGrand鈥檚 personal connection runs even deeper - her mother pursued her teaching degree at 海角视频 as an adult learner. 鈥淭o this day, my mom praises 海角视频 for providing the resources she needed to succeed as a 40-year-old college student,鈥� said DeGrand. 鈥淎fter her experience, I knew 海角视频 was the right educational path for me.鈥�
As Executive Director of Foundation and Alumni Relations, DeGrand will lead efforts in fundraising, donor relations, scholarship development, and alumni engagement to support 海角视频鈥檚 mission for both the Escanaba and Iron Mountain campuses. Her leadership is expected play a key role in advancing 海角视频鈥檚 mission and supporting future generations of students.
鈥淰icki鈥檚 dedication to student success, combined with her deep community roots, makes her an exceptional choice for this position,鈥� said Dr. Nerita Hughes, 海角视频 President. 鈥淪he has been working with 海角视频 donors for years and has been instrumental in connecting donors with opportunities that make a difference for our students.鈥�
鈥淚 am honored and excited to step into this role,鈥� shared DeGrand. 鈥満＝鞘悠� has played a significant role in my life, and I鈥檓 proud to be able to help others on their educational journey. I look forward to working with donors, community partners, and college leadership to continue supporting student and community success at 海角视频.鈥�
Vicki and her husband, Jamie, reside in Escanaba with their two children, Timmy and Levi.
DeGrand succeeds Kim Carne, who retired at the end of January 2025 after serving as Vice President for Advancement for more than 15 years.
Founded in 1972, the 海角视频 Foundation connects individuals and organizations with opportunities to transform lives through higher education. To learn more about the Foundation or ways to give, visit , email foundation@baycollege.edu, or call (906) 217-1700.