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Stacy Stout

Stacy Stout was recognized as one of the 50 Most Influential Women in West Michigan on March 7, 2018 by the Grand Rapids Business Journal. (Photo credit: Mod Bettie)

Award/Recognition

Published May 17, 2018

Kevin Rapes

Melanie Rapes, '10, '13, and Kevin Rapes, '09, '13, welcomes son, Hudson Charles Rapes, to their family on January 26, 2018. Hudson already can't wait to cheer on the GVSU Football Team this upcoming Fall.

Birth/Adoption

Published May 17, 2018

Lisa Lomasney

Lisa Lomasney, '09, and spouse Paul Lomasney, '09, are proud to announce the birth of Ellery Jayne Lomasney on Sunday, March 18, 2018.

Birth/Adoption

Published May 17, 2018

Aimee Calcaterra

Aimee Calcaterra, '10, and spouse Raymond Calcaterra, '11, welcomed baby Raymond Michael Calcaterra, V into their family on 03/06/2018.

Birth/Adoption

Published May 17, 2018

Kolin Goncalves

Kolin Goncalves has lived in England, Brazil, the U.S.A., China, Morocco, Slovakia, Indonesia and South Korea and has traveled in 59 countries. He is an ATCK (Adult Third Culture Kid) who has taken the teaching skills he learned at GVSU to jobs overseas a

Career Update

Published May 17, 2018

Thomas Hakim

In December, 2017, Thomas Hakim, '05, was named Principal of Cold Spring School, the K-6 Environmental Studies and STEM Magnet for Indianapolis Public Schools.

Career Update

Published May 17, 2018

Sarah Green

Alexander loves his GVSU bib! Thanks Alumni Association!

Birth/Adoption

Published May 17, 2018

Jennifer Cunningham

Mackenzie Rose Cunningham was born June 15, 2017, much to the delight of her big sister Kaylee. Kenzie got a head start in the world by joining it at 22 inches long and weighing in at 11 pounds.

Birth/Adoption

Published May 17, 2018

Natalie James

Natalie (Selmon) James, M.Ed. (class of 2003 B.A.; 2006 M.Ed.) has taken a position as the Director of Scholars Programs at The Pennsylvania State University

Career Update

Published April 19, 2018

Len Van Popering

Len Van Popering recently joined the world's largest restaurant chain, Subway, as Vice President of Global Brand Management and Innovation. He and his family have relocated to the greater New York City area and enjoy connecting with other Grand Valley alu

Career Update

Published April 19, 2018

Mohammed Alsatrawi

After leaving the US in 2012 for Saudi Arabia, I have worked in three different companies. Now, I am working in one of the leading companies in its industry and dealing with banks all the time, managing the company funds on a daily basis.

Career Update

Published April 19, 2018

Steven Govorchin

I graduated from GVSU in 1980 with a B.S. in chemistry and have been employed as a chemist in one way or another for the 38 years since. But I have another endeavor that I would like to share: I am an indie movie producer; my first film is available on Am

Career Update

Published April 19, 2018

Darrell Niedzwiecki

Effective 12/31/17 I retired after 35 years with The Dial Corp/Henkel. Looking forward to more time with family, community projects, and Laker football!

Career Update

Published March 19, 2018

Daniel Abbott

My debut novel, THE CONCRETE, is out May 1st with Ig Publishing.

Award/Recognition

Published March 19, 2018

Kris Burak

Kris Burak, a financial advisor with Rehmann, was named Principal in its Lansing office. Kris has extensive experience in financial planning and fixed income markets. He has been featured in articles in "Trust and Estates" magazine, WSJonline.com and "Kip

Career Update

Published March 19, 2018

Rebecca (Darnbrook) Bemis

Rebecca (Darnbrook) Bemis, '09, and David Bemis, '09, welcomed their son Micah David on 11/11/2017.

Birth/Adoption

Published March 19, 2018

Amanda Ross

Amanda (Panczak) Ross, '13, and Mitch Ross, '13, met in 2011 as neighbors at Campus West. They got engaged in September 2016 and married in August 2017!

Wedding

Published March 19, 2018

Mitch Ross

In 2013 Mitch Ross joined Meijer as a mobile application developer. Two years later, Mitch became a Scrum master. In the fall of 2016, Mitch was promoted to Software Development manager, leading the development of the mPerks loyalty program.

Career Update

Published March 19, 2018

Robert Watkins

Robert Watkins, '11, '13, is a Social Worker at Allendale Nursing & Rehabilitation Community. He is part of an interdisciplinary team focused on the mental, physical, and social wellbeing of facility residents and their families.

Career Update

Published March 12, 2018

Jason De Long

Nathan Baes (2006) and Jason De Long (2007 & 2010) were married in Clarksville, MI, on September 23, 2017.

Wedding

Published March 12, 2018

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