Professor Emeritus of Physical Education and Recreation George
MacDonald died March 30. He was 87. MacDonald came to Grand Valley in
1974 and retired in 1989. While at Grand Valley, he served as athletic
director from 1976-1989 and was involved with the construction and
renovation of many of the athletic facilities, including Lubbers
Stadium and the Fieldhouse.
He was honored by the GLIAC in 1988, receiving the first annual
Tom Donahue Award, in recognition of his contribution to the
advancement of athletics within the GLIAC.
In addition to his work as athletic director, MacDonald was a
professor and chair of the Physical Education and Therapeutic
Departments and also served as assistant dean in the College of Arts
and Science.
MacDonald earned a bachelor’s degree from Bowling Green State
University, a master’s from the University of Michigan and a doctorate
from State University of New York.
Memorial contributions can be made to GVSU Movement Science or the
GVSU Irwin Fund in the Athletic Department.
