Alumni Relations at Grand valley State University

Chris Barbee, '88

Executive Director
Chris originally started his career at Grand Valley in 1984. After receiving his B.S. in broadcasting, Chris was hired full-time at West Michigan Public Broadcasting where he served as a news and sports reporter for WGVU-AM/FM and as producer-host of "GV Sports" for WGVU-WGVK-TV. From January 1994 until August 2002, he served as press secretary to Congressman Vern Ehlers of Grand Rapids. He began his duties as Director of Alumni Relations in 2002.
Professional Experience:

Director of Alumni Relations, Grand Valley State University

Press Secretary, Congressman Vernon Ehlers

Broadcaster, WGVU-WGVK-TV

Education:

BS - Broadcasting, Grand Valley State University, 1988