Dalia Torres Leon
From 2025 graduate to CEO of my own business. What began as a passion for access and inclusion is now a creative professional company dedicated to supporting New American neighbors as they navigate unfamiliar systems. Through translation, notary services,
Published January 20, 2026
Sarah Goupil
After receiving her CPA license and graduating with a M.S.A. with an emphasis in Taxation, Sarah has accepted in a role with CBIZ Advisors in New York City as Tax Senior.
Published January 14, 2026
Michael VandenBerg
Michael VandenBerg is now a Project Specialist at Corewell Health.
Published January 6, 2026
Christina LeVey-Rowland
This year I joined the team at the historic Hackley Public Library in the heart of downtown Muskegon as their Outreach Programming Librarian. It is so fun working "in a castle" as the kids say. The library was built in 1890 by Charles Hackley and gifted t
Published January 5, 2026
Milinda Ysasi
Milinda Ysasi has been appointed President of the Grand Rapids City Commission. She has served since 2020.
Published January 5, 2026
Dennis Price
I was hired at Baird in downtown Holland in January of 2025. In July I completed my licensing exams to become a Financial Advisor. I could not be more excited to represent our Laker community at Baird and build my book of business! Go Lakers!
Published January 5, 2026
Harry Coffill
After 31 years of shaping young minds, Harry Coffill ('04) has taken a final bow from K-12 education. When a 2019 roof collapse hit Godfrey-Lee High School, Mr. Coffill turned disaster into opportunity relocating the library to the heart of the school and
Published January 5, 2026
John Ely
John Ely graduated from GVSU in 1978, where the outstanding education, experience and teachers at GVSU all helped him find himself. He went to the Pennsylvania State University for graduate degrees in Anthropology, and then had a fascinating career in Pri
Published January 5, 2026
Aditya Dube
It's wild to think it's already been 10 months at Corewell Health, and by February it'll be a full year. For someone navigating everything as an international student, that really does feel like a big, hard-earned milestone. This place has pushed me, taug
Published December 1, 2025
Josie Nunn
After several years in public libraries, Josie Nunn (formerly Vargas) has joined the Archives of Michigan. She will assist in the acquisition of historically significant materials from government offices across the state.
Published November 25, 2025
Jennifer Colin
Promoted to Associate Professor of Social Work in July 2025 and also serves as the Social Work Program Director at Kuyper College in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Published November 13, 2025
Caitlyn Gimler
After graduating from GVSU in the midst of the pandemic (April 2020), I started my career at Plante Moran within their Wealth Management group. This August, I somehow have reached my 5-year anniversary of being with the firm, which has gone by ridiculousl
Published September 2, 2025
Travis Alden
Joining the SME team in March of 2025 to lead business development efforts throughout West Michigan, Travis brings 20+ years of diverse community & economic development experience - as well as strong, far-reaching relationships established through broad-b
Published July 7, 2025
Valarie James
A New Chapter Begins, Inner Fitness Counseling and Wellness is Open! I'm excited to share that I've officially opened my own integrative private practice, Inner Fitness Counseling and Wellness, right here in the Greater Grand Rapids area! Rooted in
Published June 20, 2025
Hunter Stephens
Proud to share that I have accepted a position as a Preschool Assistant Teacher position at Refugee Education Center!
Published June 19, 2025
Aditya Dube
Canýt believe Iým saying thisýIýve landed my first full-time job in the U.S. as an Application System Analyst at Corewell Health! From visa stress to job hunts and endless learning curves, this journey has been anything but easy. Just feeling really t
Published June 13, 2025
Tonia Koss
Tonia Koss (Wallace) '93, '04 has started her own company called Preaisle Commitment Conversations. She coaches engaged couples to build a rock-solid foundation to their marriage in three 90-minute sessions either locally in-person or virtually. "I'
Published May 19, 2025
Allison Dinger
I graduated with a B.S in Theatre from Grand Valley State University. I am now a theatre teacher and director committed to empowering and inspiring students through theatre education.
Published April 28, 2025
Joseph Miller
Finishing my 2nd year as the department head of marketing and entrepreneurship at the Wilson College of Business, University of Northern Iowa.
Published April 22, 2025
