What's happening on campus

Upcoming events include a Grand Rapids Symphony concert honoring Doug and Barbara Kindschi, and Poetry Night with Pulitzer Prize winner Tyehimba Jess.

October 14, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 4)

Creative Innovation Lab opens, celebrates idea 10 years in the making

The lab provides GVSU faculty and students with state-of-the-art resources and knowledgeable staff to support a broad range of initiatives.

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September 30, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 3)
Article by Matt Cooke

Changes at Steelcase Library highlight available resources

Updates to the space include a new University Testing Center, which will celebrate a grand opening on October 16.

September 30, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 3)
Article by Sofia Ellis

Three campus night tours planned

Tours are planned for October 8, 13 and 16.

September 30, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 3)
Article by Thomas Chavez

GVSU theater opens season with WWII drama

'Wrens' follows the Women's Royal Naval Service as they face duty, secrets and shifting loyalties.

September 30, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 3)
Article by Joseph Martin

Faculty and staff sketches

President Philomena V. Mantella was interviewed about the expansion of the Grand Rapids Promise. Faculty member Ari Mokdad earned a fellowship to create art in Italy.

September 30, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 3)

Proposals for Teach-In accepted through mid-October

Proposals for sessions and posters will be accepted through October 20. The Teach-In is November 12-13.

September 30, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 3)

In Memoriam

This space pays tribute to the people who helped shape Grand Valley, such as Charles Baker-Clark.

September 30, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 3)

What's happening on campus

Highlighted events include a Hispanic Heritage Month event, the GV Technology Summit and Family Weekend activities.

September 30, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 3)

Largest cohort of Presidential Fellows announced

Fellows focus on one or more areas that advance university priorities and serve on the Reach Higher Collaborative Network.

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September 16, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 2)

From numbers to meaning: Keynote will explore data's power in student support

At the GV Technology Summit, Meagan Luttenton-Knoll will share her perspective on how technology and student support should go hand-in-hand.

September 16, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 2)
Article by Jen DenOuden

Faculty member collaborates with science museum on launch of annual exhibit

Laura Stroik collaborated with Muskegon Community College on an interactive exhibit based on her research on how ancient mammals responded to climate warming.

September 16, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 2)
Article by Joseph Martin

GVFaces: Kevin Maupin

The new assistant professor of computing was an advisor at BAMF Health who has plans to connect students with the area's health care and biotech industries through internships and research projects.

September 16, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 2)
Article by Shelby Harrison

Virtual training sessions on refreshed GVSU brand will be offered

The Sept. 25 and Oct. 7 virtual sessions will help faculty and staff better share Grand Valley's story.

September 16, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 2)

Faculty and staff sketches

President Mantella was appointed to a national board with a mission to strengthen America's talent pipelines. Jackie Abeyta earned a grant to build a support program for adult learners.

September 16, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 2)

In Memoriam

This space pays tribute to the people who helped shape Grand Valley, such as Mack Smith.

September 16, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 2)

What's happening on campus

Highlighted events include the Study Abroad Fair, a walking tour of ArtPrize, Simulation Week activities and the two-day Majors Fair.

September 16, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 2)

Colleges host welcome events for new students

The idea grew from faculty who wanted to greet students before the first day of class.

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September 2, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 1)
Article by Michele Coffill

Four questions with Leanne Mauriello

The new executive director of the Wesorick Center for Health Care Transformation called the role a privilege to support students and professionals through education and research.

September 2, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 1)

Ngassa tapped for internationalization leadership cohort

Ngassa's participation in the program will strengthen Grand Valley's international education efforts.

September 2, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 1)