In 1884, Woodbridge and Helen Ferris traveled from Spencer, New York to the newly formed town of Big Rapids and created what would become Ferris State University. Their mission continues today: to provide an educational opportunity to those willing to learn. Hear from academic scholars and historians about how the Ferris’ goal was so revolutionary at the time. The authors of “Haste to Rise” also explore the students who came to Ferris when they were denied opportunities elsewhere.