South Haven High School Alumni
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MICHAEL C. REMO
Class of 1988
2010 Giants Award
The Bob and Aleicia Woodrick Diversity Learning Center at Grand Rapids Community College recently announced the winners of their annual Giants Awards. The Giants Awards -- an event that honors the accomplishments of African American community leaders in West Michigan. The Grand Rapids Community College Diversity Learning Center accepted nominations throughout the year and more than 12 leaders were honored at this 28th annual event. Since 1983, 13 people or organizations have been recognized for their contributions in shaping the history and quality of life in the greater Grand Rapids area.
This year, Seidman Boys & Girls Club Director Mike Remo will be joining the many prestigious community leaders to have received a Giant Award. Remo has been selected as the 2010 Walter Coe Public Award Recipient.
Walter Coe migrated to Grand Rapids from Nashville in 1916 to play baseball. In addition to being a local baseball celebrity, Coe became the first African-American police officer in Grand Rapids in 1922. Not only was he the first officer, but Captain Coe quickly rose through the rankings. He became sergeant in two years, lieutenant in ten, and became captain in charge of the Special Investigation Division within the detective bureau in 1950. Captain Coe was actively involved with the Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth program and took a genuine interest in inner city youth. He fought for the rights of those who could not fight for their own. Walter Coe died of a heart attack in 1957, but this award honors those who keep his spirit alive.
Seidman Boys & Girls Club Director Mike Remo exemplifies the character building qualities stressed by Coe. Remo has supported Grand Rapids youth since 1993 working for organizations such as the Kent County Juvenile Detention Center, Inner City Christian Federation (ICCF), and the David D. Hunting YMCA. Taking on his current role at Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth in 2008, Remo’s leadership has consistently helped those in need. Along with his full time position, Remo serves part-time as a weekend Case Manager for the ICCF Family Haven Shelter helping homeless families find permanent housing.
“Mike truly has a genuine heart and knows how to reach out to our youth,†said Boys & Girls Clubs Executive Director Pat Gunnin. “He has a calm demeanor that makes even the worse situation seem okay.â€
The Bob and Aleicia Woodrick Diversity Learning Center at Grand Rapids Community College recently announced the winners of their annual Giants Awards. The Giants Awards -- an event that honors the accomplishments of African American community leaders in West Michigan. The Grand Rapids Community College Diversity Learning Center accepted nominations throughout the year and more than 12 leaders were honored at this 28th annual event. Since 1983, 13 people or organizations have been recognized for their contributions in shaping the history and quality of life in the greater Grand Rapids area.
This year, Seidman Boys & Girls Club Director Mike Remo will be joining the many prestigious community leaders to have received a Giant Award. Remo has been selected as the 2010 Walter Coe Public Award Recipient.
Walter Coe migrated to Grand Rapids from Nashville in 1916 to play baseball. In addition to being a local baseball celebrity, Coe became the first African-American police officer in Grand Rapids in 1922. Not only was he the first officer, but Captain Coe quickly rose through the rankings. He became sergeant in two years, lieutenant in ten, and became captain in charge of the Special Investigation Division within the detective bureau in 1950. Captain Coe was actively involved with the Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth program and took a genuine interest in inner city youth. He fought for the rights of those who could not fight for their own. Walter Coe died of a heart attack in 1957, but this award honors those who keep his spirit alive.
Seidman Boys & Girls Club Director Mike Remo exemplifies the character building qualities stressed by Coe. Remo has supported Grand Rapids youth since 1993 working for organizations such as the Kent County Juvenile Detention Center, Inner City Christian Federation (ICCF), and the David D. Hunting YMCA. Taking on his current role at Boys & Girls Clubs of Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth in 2008, Remo’s leadership has consistently helped those in need. Along with his full time position, Remo serves part-time as a weekend Case Manager for the ICCF Family Haven Shelter helping homeless families find permanent housing.
“Mike truly has a genuine heart and knows how to reach out to our youth,†said Boys & Girls Clubs Executive Director Pat Gunnin. “He has a calm demeanor that makes even the worse situation seem okay.â€
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