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GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY BUILDING LEGACIES

Grand Valley State University was established as Grand Valley State Colleges in 1960 on the Allendale campus. Grand Valley has developed wonderful relationships with board members and many generous patrons over the years. Most of the buildings have been named for these significant individuals. This site gives a brief history and context of these namesakes. Links are provided to other sites with further information about the person or the building.

This site is continuing to expand as additional details are discovered. Please forward any additions or corrections to the web master.

Page last modified December 12, 2012