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Making Waves: Artists and writers tell stories, explore different sides of water themes through their creativity

Graphic design, poems and other creations help broaden the discussion about water, lending different perspectives and tapping into emotions surrounding the life force.

Oct 9, 2020


GVSU economics expert: Recession recovery continues

The economic recovery in West Michigan that began in July is still on track, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.

Oct 5, 2020


KCON receives grant to integrate behavioral health, primary care services for vulnerable populations

A $500,000 grant from the Michigan Health Endowment Fund allows KCON to offer a unique model of integrated behavioral health and primary care to a vulnerable population in Grand Rapids.

Sep 29, 2020


Making Waves: GVSU faculty members working to address global water cleanliness

Their work is aimed at both improving drinking water for citizens and highlighting difficulties in finding it.

Sep 17, 2020


GVSU economics expert: Recession recovery picks up speed

The economic bounce that was expected for West Michigan has arrived, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.

Sep 8, 2020


Autism Education Center's strong network key to supporting students and professionals during pandemic

Professionals statewide knew they needed to quickly collaborate to help their students when learning was initially disrupted. They maintained that contact as they prepared for fall, said Amy Matthews, the center's director.

Sep 1, 2020


Decades-long GVSU tree swallow study continually benefits science, students

Michael Lombardo set up nesting boxes along the south side of the Allendale Campus to study the birds. The data collected is a rich source of information for ongoing analysis.

Aug 27, 2020


College of Engineering and Computing earns grant for combined degree program

Grand Valley's Padnos College of Engineering and Computing has been awarded a nearly $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for a program that will support students who are earning a combined bachelor's and master's degree program in engineering.

Aug 25, 2020


Student uses unique farm experiences as practicum for accelerated, online bachelor's degree program

Kristen Cloutier is turning her unique experiences on farms in the United Kingdom and stateside into a required practicum experience for her bachelor's degree in integrative studies at Grand Valley.

Aug 18, 2020


Taking sides during the pandemic. How beliefs affect the way we process information, react to discord

Michael Wolfe, professor of psychology, said his research shows much more goes into assessing an argument than the facts.

Jul 22, 2020