March 30, 2020

The unexpected transition to online learning has left some Delta College students without access to a computer. But thanks to a new partnership, those students are now equipped to complete their classes.

The Delta College Foundation recently purchased about 65 restored computers from Resourceful Recycling, an environmentally conscious company based in Chesaning that is owned by Delta alumnus Wesley Peterman.

“It’s vital for our students to have the necessary resources to successfully finish the semester,” said Margarita Mosqueda, vice president of Student and Educational Services. “Our staff members have gone above and beyond to do this in many ways, including identifying students in need of computers. Thanks to Delta College Foundation donors, we were able to purchase the computers.”

Peterman, a 2013 alumnus, said he’s thrilled to be able to give back to his alma mater.

“I’m glad that these computers will help students with their classes and keep them connected,” he said. “Seeing how Delta is helping their students makes me proud to be a graduate.”

Peterman established Resourceful Recycling in an entrepreneurship class at Delta, where he was tasked with building a business and creating a business model. It started as a computer recycling company, but after he graduated with an associate’s degree in business management, he expanded to different avenues, including pallet recycling.

On March 16, Delta College suspended labs and closed buildings due to an emergency order by Gov. Whitmer to decrease the spread of COVID-19. The college transitioned classes to distance/online delivery that began March 18 and will continue through May 1.

For more information, visit delta.edu/coronavirus.

Written by Leah Twilley, Communications Specialist.