College of Health Professions Associate Professor Zigmond Kozicki and Stephanie Baiyasi-Kozicki ’15 were presented with a proclamation of deep appreciation for the establishment of the Great Lakes Environmental Festival (GLEF) by Curtis VanderWall, Michigan House Representative from the 102nd District.

This special tribute acknowledges their dedication to promoting community activities, media and displays to involve the public, especially students and educators in environmental stewardship since 2008. The proclamation was signed by Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and other state officials.