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Rest, relax and recharge: Recreation & Wellness encourages pressing pause

Just like your laptop and cell phone, you need time to recharge. The Recreation & Wellness team developed the Press Pause campaign to encourage students, faculty and staff members to rest, relax and refresh.

Feb 19, 2021


Increased access to Medicaid coverage helps keep formerly incarcerated people from returning to prison, GVSU researcher finds

Former prisoners who qualify for expanded Medicaid coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) are more likely to receive treatment for addiction and are less likely to return to prison, said a Grand Valley researcher.

Feb 18, 2021


Virus Action Team update: GVSU to begin antigen testing

Beginning March 1, Grand Valley will expand testing capabilities by switching to antigen testing, also known as rapid testing, as the primary testing method for surveillance and symptomatic programs.

Feb 18, 2021


On Target: GVSU graduate has line of motivational greeting cards at retailer

Within the greeting card industry, Grand Valley alumna Shannon Cohen has made it to the show.

Feb 18, 2021


Students co-design GVSU programs, create deeper impact

Two ideas from a GVSU virtual design challenge for high school students have been developed into university pilot programs.

Feb 17, 2021


Two events on same day will shine light on religion and health care

Two events, including the annual DeVos Medical Ethics Colloquy, will discuss the role of religion in health care in afternoon and evening sessions on February 22.

Feb 17, 2021


Faculty member uses feedback to help her grow while improving the virtual learning experience for students

GVNext is showcasing stories showing how faculty members such as Judy Williams are optimizing virtual learning.

Feb 16, 2021


Blackboard grades, due dates now integrated into MyBlueLaker app

Students who use the recently launched MyBlueLaker app can now explore new functionality, including tracking due dates for assignments and assessments as well as getting real-time, personalized grade information from their instructors.

Feb 16, 2021


Student athlete is third generation in her family to attend GVSU

It was always up to Paige Johnston to decide where to go to college. Never mind that her mother and father are Laker alumni.

Feb 16, 2021


Promoting positive mental health: Counseling Center offers resources to navigate challenges during COVID-19

The University Counseling Center recognizes the new challenges brought on by the pandemic and is dedicated to promoting the mental health of the student body through counseling, education and consultation.

Feb 15, 2021