Mariah Orzolek
ALMA — Alma College announced this week that Alma College Registrar Mariah Orzolek has been selected to serve as a member of the newly launched Advisory Council on Transfer Success (ACTS). Convened by the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential (MiLEAP),
ACTS will guide statewide efforts to expand pathways to degree completion, strengthen collaboration across Michigan’s colleges and universities, and prepare more students for in-demand careers.
“It’s an honor to contribute to this important work at the state level,” Orzolek said. “Helping students navigate the transfer process has always been close to my heart, because I’ve seen how the right pathways can open doors to opportunity. I’m excited to collaborate with colleagues across Michigan to ensure that transferring credit becomes a smoother, more supportive experience for every student.”
The council’s 16 members, including Orzolek, will guide and oversee the state’s Transfer Success Project while also supporting MiLEAP’s efforts to navigate the transfer landscape, engage partners and advocate for productive change. Together, they will help streamline credit transfers, expand pathways in high-demand fields and make the process more transparent for students.
“The ability to transfer should be a bridge, not a barrier,” said Beverly Walker-Griffea, director of MiLEAP. “The Advisory Council on Transfer Success brings together leaders from across Michigan’s education institutions to drive bold, student-centered change, simplify pathways, and create a system where every student has the opportunity to finish their degree and access meaningful, in-demand jobs.”
Through their service, ACTS will help advance ongoing efforts to reach Michigan’s Sixty by 30 goal, which seeks to increase the number of working-age adults with a postsecondary degree or certificate to 60 percent by 2030.
When you choose to complete your degree at Alma, you’ll receive personalized attention and consideration for generous scholarships. Learn more about transferring to Alma and apply now at alma.edu/transfer.