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Graduating senior writes "An Original Song for the (COVID) Class of 2020"

Joseph VanArendonk wrote the piece while reflecting on his upcoming last week at Grand Valley.

Apr 21, 2020


Big Data being used to help track, study coronavirus

In a global pandemic, it can be hard for scientists, policymakers and governments to effectively communicate accurate information about complex topics to the general public, but the growing field of data science and analytics is helping to make information easier to understand.

Apr 20, 2020


HTM professor leads hospitality industry virtual education conference in response to COVID-19

The virtual education conference will feature hospitality and event industry leaders from around the world, who will provide resources for professionals and redefine the effectiveness of the industry's future. 

Apr 20, 2020


Workplace survey addresses behaviors counterproductive to hiring, retaining diverse talent

A regional workplace climate study uses a systems lens to address institutional behaviors that prove counterproductive to attracting, retaining and promoting diverse talent with a focus on women of color.

Apr 20, 2020


Photography program founder dies

David Rathbun started the program in 1981.

Apr 19, 2020


Book buy-back moves online for students

Traditional end-of-semester book buyback programs have been interrupted by the COVID-19 pandemic, but Grand Valley students will still be able to sell back used textbooks through an online program implemented by the Laker Store. 

Apr 17, 2020


GVSU will take direction from government and CDC on when to resume in-person education, said President Mantella

President Mantella said the events surrounding the pandemic will dictate when campus reopens to everyone. She said the IMT is developing a plan to reopen campus in stages over a period of weeks.

Apr 17, 2020


Meeting students where they are: Counseling Center adapts to offer virtual support

In an effort to meet the increased demand for online support, Grand Valley's University Counseling Center has adjusted how it connects with students. Some new programming has been created to offer support and other resources have been adapted to access online. 

Apr 17, 2020


Project Reach Out highlighted in national higher education publication

President Philomena V. Mantella said GVSU is committed to maintaining the connection to students.

Apr 17, 2020


Staff member's daughter recovers from COVID-19

University staff member Tim Marroquin and his family are now healthy and safe at their home in Holland. The same couldn't have been said less than a month ago.

Apr 17, 2020