Professor, former director of School of Communications celebrates 40 years of service

Alex Nesterenko said the School of Communications quickly became a top choice for students because of its emphasis on internships.

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January 21, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 10)
Article by Michele Coffill

Office of Civil Rights and Title IX 'ready to listen' with expanded protections, services, resources

Service to the campus community is the focus for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX staff.

January 7, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 9)
Article by Michele Coffill

Campus food drive for Replenish runs through early December

Donation boxes are available throughout the Allendale, Health and Pew Grand Rapids campuses. The food drive runs through December 6.

November 12, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 6)
Article by Michele Coffill

Women's Commission renames award in memory of staff member

The first Jennifer Palm Community Impact Award was presented to Michelle McCloud, CLAS associate dean. Palm's family attended the event.

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October 15, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 4)
Article by Michele Coffill

Hands-on learning trains next generation of safety professionals

The Occupational Safety and Health Management program has strong partnerships with Rockford Construction and other area companies.

October 15, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 4)
Article by Michele Coffill

Campus departments become village for area students during youth violence prevention program

Participating departments included the Division of Enrollment Development and Education Outreach, TRIO, Admissions, Financial Aid and the School of Social Work.

October 1, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 3)
Article by Michele Coffill

Area educators learn about cybersecurity at camp

Area middle and high school teachers began a pre-camp session in April and will continue meeting monthly through December.

August 20, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 21)
Article by Michele Coffill

TRIO Upward Bound: Developing a college-going culture

200 people celebrated the end of TRIO Upward Bound's six-week residential summer program on the Allendale Campus.

August 20, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 21)
Article by Michele Coffill

'Financial aid stewards' help combat any FAFSA barriers

Grand Valley applied for a grant from the Michigan College Access Network to aid with FAFSA completions.

July 16, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)
Article by Michele Coffill

Startup co-founded by graduate developing device to test water for contaminants

Wave Lumina earned second place at the AquaHacking Challenge, a pitch competition in Traverse City for startups with technology focused on freshwater solutions.

July 16, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)
Article by Michele Coffill

Beachnau, 'Mayor of Grand Valley,' will retire after 42 years

Andy Beachnau will earn emeritus status after retiring. A retirement celebration is planned for June 24.

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June 11, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 19)
Article by Michele Coffill

Students from across county take on CyberMedical Challenge

The Michigan Economic Development Corp. sponsored the event.

June 11, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 19)
Article by Michele Coffill

Graphic design students brand Dwelling Place advocacy program

Students created campaign materials, a website and designs to brand an affordable housing advocacy program.

June 11, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 19)
Article by Michele Coffill

Faculty responses to job satisfaction survey benefit Student Emergency Fund

Each response to the COACHE survey added to the fund; the total donated was more than $15,500.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)
Article by Michele Coffill

Graduates, participants from two scholarship programs recognized at events

The achievements of Battle Creek Pipeline Scholars and Thompson Foundation Scholars were celebrated.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)
Article by Michele Coffill

New Facilities Services director oversees campus health, safety

Colin Brander said he enjoys the opportunity to work with and mentor students from the occupational safety and health program.

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April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)
Article by Michele Coffill

WGS receives $100,000 grant from Mellon Foundation

The grant will support ongoing activities, including sending students and faculty to the National Women's Studies Association Conference in Detroit.

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)
Article by Michele Coffill

Crew from OAISD gains work experience through pilot program

Facilities Services managers developed the framework for the program, which is a partnership with the school district's Young Adult Services program

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)
Article by Michele Coffill

Award recipients discuss their careers of 30 years or more

Cassonya Carter, Rob Franciosi and Wendy Johnston discuss what has and has not changed during their tenures of three decades or more.

March 12, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 14)
Article by Michele Coffill

Rhodes reminds faculty they are key to university's successes

Samhita Rhodes, professor of engineering, gave the keynote address during the Faculty Awards Convocation on February 15.

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February 20, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 13)
Article by Michele Coffill