Pictured, from left,, are Rachel Raak, Lake Superior Community Partnership Community Economic Development coordinator; Melissa Holmquist, Marquette County ambassador; Walker Derby, Northern Michigan University; Kendal Mentink, RN; Jennifer Stanley; Dr. Athena Stanley, Athena Global Learning founder; Chip Truscon; Derek Bush, Marquette County ambassador; Dr. Rebecca Ulland, NMU; and Tiina Morin, Marquette Arts & Culture. (Courtesy photo)

MARQUETTE — Athena Global Learning celebrated its official launch with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, hosted in partnership with the Lake Superior Community Partnership.

Athena Global Learning is an education and workforce development company founded by Dr. Athena Stanley, a Marquette native and former assistant professor at Northern Michigan University. AGL provides AI literacy and ethics training, high-quality tutoring for learners in grades two through adult, Business English and professional communication coaching and instructional design services for organizations.

“Athena Global Learning was created to make high-quality education accessible, personal, and empowering,” said Dr. Stanley. “As AI reshapes the way we learn and work, I’m honored to help students, families, and professionals in my hometown build the skills, confidence, and ethical understanding they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.”

Rooted in the belief that education should be both human-centered and future-ready, AGL helps students, professionals, and institutions build confidence, strengthen essential skills, and adapt to a rapidly evolving world. The company serves local families, individuals, and businesses across the Upper Peninsula, as well as global learners online.

To learn more about AGL’s programs, workshops, and upcoming educational opportunities, visit athenagloballearning.com, email contact@athenagloballearning.com, or follow Athena Global Learning on social media.