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Jenny Rose Ryan

Jenny Rose Ryan (she/they) is a writer, editor, and communications consultant who has more than 20 years of experience sharing complicated and compelling stories. She is based in Ypsilanti.

Jenny Rose Ryan's Latest Articles

A student works on a project at a Washtenaw Community College mini-camp.
WCC to host youth STEM mini-camps over winter break

Washtenaw Community College will offer science, technology, engineering, and math-focused mini-camps for local students ages 7 to 17 during the 2026 midwinter break.

Chelsea Parker, a wraparound specialist with the Washtenaw Intermediate School District's Bridge Team, and Jessica Fonville, a clinical social worker with the team.
Washtenaw ISD’s Bridge Team offers mental health support for students

Since 2023, a dedicated clinical team has been available to assist Washtenaw County students experiencing mental health challenges.

Washtenaw Community College students study in the Bailey Library.
WCC receives grant to expand free textbook program

Washtenaw Community College has been awarded a new state grant that will expand a program that provides students free digital textbooks and other low-cost learning materials.

Forge Theater Collaborative Community and Studio Space.
New collaborative theater space in Ann Arbor offers cabaret-style stage for rent

Forge Theater Collaborative Community and Studio Space offers a small-stage, cabaret-style theater open for community members producing their own works.

LEAF Harm Reduction Director Corn Williams.
Harm reduction efforts seek to reduce high overdose rates in Ypsi

Organizations are deploying harm reduction efforts to combat substance use disorder in Ypsilanti, where many of Washtenaw County's overdoses are concentrated.

BrightWorks Coworking's new location in downtown Ann Arbor.
BrightWorks Coworking adds third Ann Arbor location

BrightWorks Coworking plans to open its third Ann Arbor location in February, this time in downtown Ann Arbor.

The interior of the new CLUSTER Museum in Ann Arbor.
New nonprofit arts exhibition space to open in downtown Ann Arbor

CLUSTER Museum, a new exhibition space for contemporary literary and visual arts, will open Oct. 3 at 307 N. Main St. in Ann Arbor.

Feral Flora Farm in Ann Arbor.
Washtenaw County’s conserved farmland to be spotlighted in upcoming tour

In celebration of 25 years of protecting farmland and natural areas, the Washtenaw Conservation Collective will host tours of three Washtenaw County farms on Saturday, Oct. 4.

A promotional image for the Michigan Arts Festival.
Inaugural Michigan Arts Festival brings 55 events to Ann Arbor, Ypsi, Dearborn, Detroit, and Flint

The inaugural Michigan Arts Festival is coming to all four of the University of Michigan's campuses Sept. 25-Oct. 26.

Back row: Joel Christopher, Juliette Christopher, and Ray Christopher. Front row: Kayla Bopp, Alex Christopher, and Joel Christopher.
Ann Arbor nonprofit helps kids experience summer camp for free

The Ann Arbor nonprofit Washtenaw Camp Placement, founded in 1962, helps kids ages 9 to 16 experience the transformative experience of sleepaway summer camp.

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