Gaines earns AP Achievement Award

The AP Achievement Award and six other awards were presented at the annual luncheon.

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April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)

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

President's corner

Two recent events, Student Scholars Showcase and Reach Higher Showcase, show how Lakers are solving problems and building the future through remarkable research and ideation.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)

Astro Anchors design flagpole for the moon's surface

Members of the Astro Anchors travel to Houston in June to see their device tested at a NASA lab.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)
Article by Thomas Garrett

Students earn Fulbright, fellowship awards for summer programs

Fulbright recipient Tyler Peery will travel to the United Kingdom; Laken Chapin will study public policy at Princeton University.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)

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

President's corner

The Reach Higher Showcase on Friday will feature 150 projects presented by more than 400 faculty, staff and students.

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)

Engineering graduate earns two national awards for work at national research lab

Alex Plotkowski earned two R&D 100 awards for his work at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)
Article by Thomas Garrett

User testing underway for portal that centralizes campus information

The Laker Dock will launch in the fall and include Blackboard, support resources, student records, events and more.

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March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)
Article by Peg West

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

300 high school language students attend global fair

Students connected with faculty and learned about global cultures through activities and events.

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)
Article by Peg West

TRIO staff, students participate in leadership summit

Eight students, including high school Upward Bound participants, received scholarships for demonstrating leadership and academic excellence.

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)

Service award recipients honored at celebration

These faculty and staff members will be recognized today for 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years of service to Grand Valley.

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March 12, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 14)

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

President's corner

For decades, your passion, your support of your colleagues and your persistence to overcome obstacles have been the cornerstone of the university's success.

March 12, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 14)

Volunteers needed for Student Scholars Day

Many volunteers are needed to ensure the April 10 event runs smoothly.

March 12, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 14)

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

President's corner

While the faculty award winners excel across varied programs and specialties, one consistent thread is a focus on relationships.

February 20, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 13)