Four questions with H. Julian Woods

The executive director of Human Resources, and former competition pianist, discusses how HR has transformed over his career and what drew him to GVSU.

November 25, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 7)

Global Lakers connect over shared travel experiences

Story Slam speakers shared their past experiences, inspiring students to pursue their own international journeys.

November 25, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 7)
Article by Joseph Martin

Medical Laboratory Science students, faculty host 80 high school students

The Kent Career Technical Center health sciences students learned more about the profession during a day full of lab simulations.

November 25, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 7)
Article by Kennedy Scott

Students team up to present environmental solutions at Sustainability Showcase

Groups of Environmental and Sustainability Studies students presented their research at the event, which capped a week of online presentations.

November 25, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 7)
Article by Sofia Ellis

'Michigan Listens': Finding common ground through storytelling

Nine Michiganders spoke about their values during this unique Talking Together event.

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November 11, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 6)
Article by Michele Coffill

Military Promise announced during Veterans Day event

The initiative guarantees admission and provides a per-semester grant toward tuition for veterans and active duty service members.

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November 11, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 6)
Article by Thomas Chavez

Campus food drive supports food security for the Laker community

Through December 4, donate non-perishable food and personal care items at drop-off boxes on both the Valley and City campuses.

November 11, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 6)
Article by Anna Davis

Health professions students collaborate during 'Swalloween' labs

Graduate students from three programs participated in the dysphagia labs and a costume contest to raise awareness about the condition.

November 11, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 6)
Article by Sri Nandamudi

New Graduate School event highlights faculty research projects

In three minutes, faculty members discussed their research before a panel of judges.

November 11, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 6)
Article by Joseph Martin

Scholars make a commitment with TRIO Upward Bound Detroit

Representatives from partner organizations Michigan Central and Metro Detroit Youth Clubs were on hand to congratulate students on their first step to a college-going future.

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November 11, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 6)
Article by Adam Harris

New theater production invites audiences to reflect on vulnerability, connection

Performances of 'Circle Mirror Transformation' run November 14-23.

November 11, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 6)
Article by Sofia Ellis

Consortium hosts fall visit for prospective students

Students, faculty and staff from consortium partner institutions toured campus, met community and business leaders and learned about graduate programs.

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October 28, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 5)

Senior director for ACE will deliver Teach-In keynote

Emmanual Guillory will open two days of Teach-In sessions with a keynote address on November 12.

October 28, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 5)

Battle Creek students earn experience, help community through internships

Students worked in health care, education, IT and marketing at multiple Battle Creek organizations.

October 28, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 5)
Article by Joseph Martin

Mental health summit focuses on belonging

Student panelists discussed their mental health and well-being experiences.

October 28, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 5)
Article by Patricia Stow Bolea

Leaders honored at annual awards event

Awards and scholarships were presented by two affinity groups, an academic department and a social justice center.

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October 14, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 4)

500 students attend Undergraduate Research Fair

Representatives from academic departments and local organizations engaged students with information about research and internship opportunities.

October 14, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 4)
Article by Joseph Martin

On-campus flu vaccination clinics announced

Clinics are scheduled through October for retirees, benefit-eligible faculty and staff, and their dependents.

October 14, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 4)

New honor society launched for adult learners

Alpha Sigma Lambda is the nation's oldest and largest honor society exclusively for adult learners.

October 14, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 4)

First-Year Learning Community weekend trip creates sense of belonging for students

Students in the paired courses explored the process of dune formation, went on a bird-watching hike and learned about citizen science.

October 14, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 4)