Central Michigan University (CMU) Online is excited to announce a new partnership with Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation, designed to provide expanded access to CMU’s educational programs for employees and their families. The agreement, signed recently in a co-branded ceremony, reflects a shared commitment to supporting lifelong learning and professional development.
Through this partnership, over 2,500 Mary Free Bed employees, along with their spouses and dependents under the age of 24, are eligible for a 15% tuition discount on CMU Online programs.
Rob VanDorin, executive director of business and community outreach at CMU, emphasized the significance of the collaboration:
“Partnering with Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation allows us to create meaningful educational opportunities for their employees and families,”VanDorin said.”We’re proud to provide accessible pathways for professional growth, and this partnership strengthens both individual careers and the communities they serve.”
Mary Free Bed is a nationally recognized not-for-profit rehabilitation system, known for its compassionate care. From the clinical staff and administration to environmental services and security, all the teams at Mary Free Bed bring their own expertise and education to the individuals and families they serve.
Randi Bowers-Payne, vice president of human resources at Mary Free Bed, shared the hospital’s excitement for the relationship:
“This partnership invests in our people by helping them grow in their careers, support their families, and realize new possibilities in their lives,” Bowers-Payne said. “By making education more accessible, we’re building hope, inspiring resilience and bringing out the very best in our caregivers and the communities we serve.”
For more information about this partnership and how to apply, visit the https://online.cmich.edu/maryfreebedrehabilitation
