Sarah Dunkel-Jackson
Dr. Sarah Dunkel-Jackson is the winner of NHL's 2025 Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award! The Award is given to an individual who, through the sport of hockey, has positively impacted their community, culture, or society. Sarah is the director of the Hoc
Published May 13, 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
Michele Obetts
Recently had a book published. 'WITHOUT JUSTICE FOR ALL, tells the story of a mother who lost her son at the hands of a drunk driver and a justice system that tragically failed.
Published April 17, 2025
Kasie Pickart
Finalist for The Brilliant Emerging Leader Award in the 2025 West Michigan Woman Brilliance Awards Link to all finalists: https://westmichiganwoman.com/award-finalists/2025-finalists
Published April 4, 2025
Ashley Melton
I've recently launched Parenting Pathways, a nonprofit dedicated to helping both parents and children grow together! Our mission is to provide resources, education, and support that empower parents in their personal development while ensuring children hav
Published March 31, 2025
Elizabeth Tavares
In March 2025, Elizabeth became Director Donor Revenue Management and Records at UNICEF USA. Previously, she worked at Loyola University Chicago as Senior Associate Director Data Integrity and Gift Processing. Elizabeth is thrilled to be joining an organi
Published March 25, 2025
Shawntain Jenkins
Please help us congratulate Dr. Shawntain Jenkins, Central Michigan University (Cohort 25) who successfully defended her dissertation titled: First-Year Transfer Retention Study Between Students of Color and White Students at a Four-Year Predominantly Wh
Published March 24, 2025
Aaron Turner
Grand Valley State University alumnus Aaron Turner (PMASI '22) has been named Vice President of Philanthropy at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. With more than two decades of experience in nonprofit leadership and fundraising, Turner will lead ph
Published March 24, 2025
Jesse Bruce
Jesse Bruce, 92.1 WGHN-FM (Grand Haven) Program Director and Afternoon Host, celebrated his 25th Anniversary at the radio station on September 27, 2024. Starting as an intern in 1999, Bruce has worked in numerous capacities for WGHN, including sports and
Published March 10, 2025
Emily Nickels
I'm so excited to share my journey from the classroom to owning Blend Salon & Suites, located right across the river from downtown GVSU Campus! Blend is a luxury salon and suite rental space where beauty professionals can build their own businesses in a s
Published March 4, 2025
Wallace Boeve
After meeting our sophomore year at GVSU in the fall of 1991, this June 2nd, 2025, will be our 30th Wedding Anniversary. We are blessed with three wonderful adult children (Lydia, Anna, and Jaedon) as well as great careers, thanks to GVSU's great undergra
Published March 3, 2025
David Striks
In my 4th year as a New York State certified, Media Communications teacher. I teach Digital Media Arts & Communications to high school students with physical, intellectual and emotional disabilities. My program is in a Career and Technical Education (CTE)
Published February 5, 2025
Amy Nienhouse
In January, Amy Sawade Nienhouse, MS, was named Senior Communications & Marketing Officer for Michigan State University College of Human Medicine. She now leads the Marketing & Communications team, directing strategies that amplify the college's reputatio
Published February 4, 2025
Stephanie Sloop
Stephanie Sloop (fka Mateja), class of 2014, is opening a new pottery studio called The Clayground, located in Grand Rapids. "At The Clayground, we/re passionate about providing a creative and welcoming space for potters of all levels in West Michigan
Published January 22, 2025
Diana Klida
After meeting through the Grand Valley Rowing Club in 2016 Diana Bullen and Simon Klida were wed in August 2024!! Thanks Grand Valley for introducing me to my soulmate and giving us a happily ever after (:
Published January 22, 2025
Christina Hoffman
Andréa Grace Hoffman Botner was born on 12/6/2024 at Cedars Sinai in Los Angeles, but is excited to see the beauty and bounty of Michigan.
Published January 22, 2025
Dave Nitkiewicz
Thrilled to share that I'll be taking on a new role on Marriott International's global communications team! I'll be crafting and executing our messaging strategy for global owners. Exciting times ahead!
Published January 22, 2025