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Software package goes beyond efficient functions to key tool for student success

Navigate, software that assists students with making appointments on campus, goes beyond that functionality and has become a key tool for student success and retention.

Sep 14, 2020


Grand Valley Innovation Hub awarded Economic Development Administration grant

Grand Valley State University's Muskegon Innovation Hub celebrated the awarding of a grant by the U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) at a September 11 event at the Hub.

Sep 11, 2020


Virtual conference on interprofessional education will focus on best practices, resources

The 13th annual Midwest Interprofessional Practice, Education, and Research Center (MIPERC) Conference, and first virtual, will be held September 16-18.

Sep 11, 2020


Virus Action Team update: GVSU dashboard offers transparency, aggressive COVID-19 testing continues

Senior Leadership decided to report all verified positive cases associated with the university to provide the most complete picture possible for the campus community.

Sep 10, 2020


International education takes on new look as winter study abroad programs are suspended

Grand Valley's Padnos International Center has suspended study abroad programs for the winter semester due to COVID-19 health and safety concerns.

Sep 10, 2020


GVSU named a 2021 'Best in the Midwest' university by Princeton Review

Grand Valley State University has again been named a "Best in the Midwest" by Princeton Review, which recognizes colleges for academic excellence.

Sep 9, 2020


GVSU to showcase pieces by Mathias Alten, 'Dean of Michigan Painters,' in statewide traveling exhibition

GVSU, holder of the largest public collection of Alten's works, will share some of these pieces to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Alten's birth in 1871.

Sep 9, 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


Eyebrow smiles and social distance: Faculty members enjoy connecting with students, regardless of setting

Whether teaching courses in-person or remotely, Grand Valley faculty members said it felt good to connect with students and reported a smooth start to the semester.

Sep 4, 2020


GVSU earns 'Best Bang for the Buck' honors from national college guide

Grand Valley was named "Best Bang for the Buck" among Midwest institutions by Washington Monthly in its 2020 college rankings guide.

Sep 3, 2020