Academics & Research
GVSU deepens impact on Medical Mile with addition of new health building
GVSU became the first educator with a presence on Medical Mile in 2003 with the opening of the Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences and has played a crucial role in Grand Rapids becoming a destination for health care.
Nov 1, 2021
After mindfulness class, students report less stress, better concentration
Faculty who teach the course report it helps students with stress management and interpersonal relationships.
Oct 26, 2021
Socializing through the ages: Great Lakes History Conference to explore how we communicate, from social media to pretzels
The hybrid conference is scheduled for October 22 and 23, with both in-person and online options.
Oct 19, 2021
GVSU joins two other schools for NSF-funded study of prominent rock with unclear origins
GVSU researcher Ian Winkelstern and colleagues are studying dolomite. Students will also take part.
Oct 11, 2021
Nursing professor utilizes location tracking in wayfinding research at independent and assisted living facilities
Location tracking is being utilized to know if improving wayfinding design helps residents of independent and assisted living centers use the spaces in their community better.
Oct 7, 2021
Virtual exchanges allow students to gain language, global competency skills
Grand Valley students are learning about global cultures and speaking another language by connecting virtually with peers around the world.
Sep 30, 2021
GVSU expert: West Michigan economic recovery slows
Although still positive, the recovery for the West Michigan industrial economy has slowed considerably in recent weeks, according to Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley.
Sep 8, 2021
Student research takes center stage at Summer Scholars Showcase
Students in a 12-week summer program through the Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship will present their initial findings or creative project to the Grand Valley community on September 9 at the Kirkhof Center.
Sep 8, 2021
Long-term research by GVSU expert on restoring rare ecosystem's biodiversity nears completion
Priscilla Nyamai has collaborated with the Land Conservancy of West Michigan on the project.
Sep 2, 2021
GVSU faculty member, students develop COVID-19 vaccine awareness messaging for community
The work stems from an ongoing collaboration with Vaccinate West Michigan.
Aug 31, 2021