Q&A with Acting Provost Jennifer Drake

The former dean of CLAS said the university's relationship-rich education and its experiential learning opportunities make it distinct.

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August 6, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)

President's corner

We begin a new academic year with a deep appreciation for the time-tested notion of education as a profound vehicle for knowledge acquisition, growth, mobility and lifetime agility. 

August 6, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)

Anderson named interim dean of College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Donovan Anderson said he looks forward to collaborating with others as the head of Grand Valley's largest college.

August 6, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)
Article by Kristen Krueger-Corrado

Departments team to host children of African immigrants at weeklong camp

Campers toured and participated in activities at the Sustainable Agricultural Project, Laker Esports Center, biology labs, Mary Idema Pew Library and AWRI.

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July 16, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)
Article by Thomas Garrett

'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

Program takes unique approach to STEM training for educators, students

Educators will use the curriculum learned in the mornings to work with the camp's students in the afternoons.

July 16, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)
Article by Peg West

Group deepens sense of community after attending 'Journey Within' conference

The Division of Inclusion and Equity sponsored 26 faculty and staff to attend the conference at Indiana Tech.

July 16, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 20)

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

President's corner

Opportunities to participate in Juneteenth, Pride Month and the Black Boys and Men Symposium strengthen our commitment to an inclusive, welcoming atmosphere through our active efforts to create a sense of belonging.

June 11, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 19)

TRIO Detroit students travel to Windsor for first international experience

The Upward Bound students attended a two-day conference at the University of Windsor.

June 11, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 19)

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

New deans of computing, nursing will begin work in July

Marouane Kessentini and Linda Lewandowski discuss what Grand Valley has to offer students.

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May 14, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 18)

Faculty, staff teams prepare for the CLAS Voyage in curriculum session

The CLAS Voyage will embed multiple hands-on, career-connected educational experiences into the learning of every student studying a CLAS major.

May 14, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 18)
Article by Peg West

Students earn honors at national tourism and hospitality conference

Carley Curtis and Kate Snow earned the People's Choice Award from the Asian American Hotel Owners Association for their presentation that offered solutions for underperforming hotels.

May 14, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 18)
Article by Brian Vernellis

President's corner

Projects like the CLAS Voyage Summer Institute are examples of scaling our success to increase the number of lives we can positively impact.

May 14, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 18)

School Psychology graduate program celebrates 10th anniversary

It's now the largest specialist-level school psychology program in Michigan.

May 14, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 18)

Register for GVSU Athletics Fund Golf Outing

The annual golf outing is May 30 at the Meadows.

May 14, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 18)

African Student Council hosts ball, surges back to active organization

The council hosted 300 campus and community members at the African Ball.

May 14, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 18)