Five innovations we saw at the Reach Higher Showcase

About 150 projects were presented to a crowd of over 400 people at the Reach Higher Showcase on April 12. Here are five presentations from the event.

Apr 15, 2024


Zumberge Pond fountain lit in blue at twilight with carillon tower in background

Truth Initiative grant supports adoption, implementation of updated smoke-free policy

The grant will be used to create resources to bring awareness to the policy and educational materials about tobacco cessation.

Apr 15, 2024

An American flag flies outside the Lubbers Student Service Center.

Hauenstein Center panel to offer insights on patriotism

GVSU's Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies and its Common Ground Initiative welcome three guest speakers to address and explore the contemporary understanding of patriotism among Americans in the early 21st century.

Apr 15, 2024


Grand Valley hosts 23rd annual "Celebrating All Walks of Life" Pow Wow

The annual two-day event, a collaboration between multiple Grand Valley departments and community members, is a celebration of culture through ceremony, song, dance, feasting and socializing.

Apr 13, 2024


Reach Higher Showcase elevates GVSU's innovative projects

Nearly 150 projects were presented, exemplifying Grand Valley’s Reach Higher commitments in providing an empowered educational experience and fostering a lifetime of learning and a culture of educational equity.

Apr 12, 2024


Student research, projects shine on Student Scholars Day

Hundreds of students unveiled their projects, discussing with peers, faculty and mentors their research, data and methods while developing an empowered learning experience.

Apr 10, 2024


Reach Higher Showcase exhibits will include student group's approach to interfaith understanding

An Interfaith Photovoice project will be among the 100-plus exhibits at Friday's Showcase at the DeVos Center.

Apr 9, 2024


Chemistry faculty member named a top public university undergraduate educator

Brad Wallar received the 2024 Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year Award.

Apr 9, 2024


GVSU in photos: Solar eclipse viewing event draws more than 1,000

The Physics Department hosted the gathering outside Kirkhof Center.

Apr 8, 2024


Building a Rainforest Innovation Ecosystem: Confluence Thought Series looks at expanding regional creative capacity

Free event for GVSU community brings leaders together to share, learn new ideas for creating a creative community that competes and cooperates.

Apr 8, 2024