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Young turtles that are focus of collaborative conservation effort faring well so far; second year underway

The headstarting program to help Eastern box turtles is a joint effort by GVSU and John Ball Zoo.

Dec 16, 2020


Virus Action Team update: GVSU, health officials working on COVID vaccination program for campus community

Members of the GVSU Virus Action Team are working with regional and state health authorities, and the West Michigan COVID-19 Vaccine Collaborative to set up a vaccination program for the GVSU community.

Dec 16, 2020


Vigil planned in memory of student as President Mantella addresses a mourning community

The vigil is planned for December 16 at the Cook Carillon Tower on the Allendale Campus.

Dec 15, 2020


GVSU Art Gallery, Muskegon Museum of Art present joint exhibition of Native American contemporary art

"The Art of the People: Contemporary Anishinaabe Artists" will be shown in both locations.

Dec 14, 2020


Prepared for the next journey: Virtual graduate celebration recognizes class of 2020

More than 1,800 Grand Valley students were recognized during a virtual graduate celebration held on the university's Facebook page and YouTube channel.

Dec 11, 2020


Classics professor's translation of ancient Greek play recently in demand

The translation of "Medea" by Diane Rayor, professor of Classics, has been chosen with increasing frequency. Rayor believes the process she uses to refine the translation makes for a better experience for both actors and audiences.

Dec 11, 2020


Virus Action Team update: Testing plan for January 2021 return to campus

GVSU has an aggressive testing plan for the return to campus for the Winter 2021 semester.

Dec 10, 2020


Cimitile names new vice provost for Graduate and Lifetime Learning

Kara H. Van Dam is the current vice president and dean of the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Maryland Global Campus.

Dec 10, 2020


Award-winning journalist will give virtual address during annual MLK commemoration event

GVSU has partnered with GRCC and Davenport University to bring Yamiche Alcindor's presentation to the West Michigan community.

Dec 9, 2020


A faculty member's involvement in improving a community park gives sport management students a glimpse at future

Jon Coles, assistant professor of sport management, is heading an effort to improve a Big Rapids park. Coles is sharing with students his experiences in fundraising, project management and more.

Dec 9, 2020