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Holly Mertens '13

My favorite memory of Grand Valley is working in the Dean's office at the Seidman College of Business. I was able to get to know H. James Williams and also support students.

Christina McElwee '05 & '08

One of my favorite memories from Grand Valley was being a part of the GVSU Dance Troupe. I had never taken any type of organized dance classes prior but soon fell in love with the art of dance. I still dance both recreationally and competitively today.

Tiffany Larson '11

My favorite GV memory was studying abroad with the HTM program in Italy!

Emily Gorno '21

Some of my favorite memories at GVSU were within my integrated science classes. I made some lifelong friends, being crammed together in the same classes for two years, and we had many good times together in Padnos.

Jeremy DeRoo, MPA '06, is named new CEO for Dwelling Place

Jeremy DeRoo, executive director for LINC UP, has been named CEO of Dwelling Place, a nonprofit housing developer serving West Michigan

Dr. Dianne Green-Smith receives the GVSU Padnos International Center Pineapple Award

Dr. Dianne Green-Smith receives a Pineapple Award from the GVSU Padnos International Center for her strong commitment to international students

Teresa Branson, MHA '10, is named first Chief Inclusion Officer for Kent County

Kent County hires first chief inclusion officer to oversee diversity, equity and inclusion efforts

WGVU Morning Show Interview with Zachary Kadish, '07

WGVU Morning Show host, Shelley Irwin, interviews Zachary Kadish, Senior Inspector with the U.S. Marshal Service

2021 Graduate Dean's Citations for Academic Excellence for CCPS

We are proud to announce the 2021 Graduate Dean's Citations for Academic Excellence for the College of Community and Public Service

Heather Feazel, MPA '17, is the new Greenville Assistant City Manager

Heather Feazel, MPA '17, is the new Greenville Assistant City Manager



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