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Local economy will continue to slow, business leaders worried about presidential election, says economics professor

In 2020, the West Michigan economy will see flat employment growth, weakening sales growth and strengthening export growth, according to Paul Isely, professor of economics and associate dean in the Seidman College of Business.

Jan 23, 2020


"Separate but Equal" and racial inequality in America

The phrase "separate but equal" is something many Americans have come to associate with part of the long fight for equal rights. But few of those Americans know the details about how the foundation of "separate but equal" came to be.

Jan 22, 2020


Honoring King means to practice principles, not idolize, according to sociologist

Cedric Taylor said he became a documentarian within his discipline of sociology because of the "power to touch hearts and change minds."

Jan 22, 2020


A Grand Valley expert is helping a thriving county envision its 'highly dynamic' land use future

Chad Frederick and his students are working with an Ottawa County leader to analyze future options.

Jan 21, 2020


On King national holiday, Salaam tells audience of 'comeback power'

Yusef Salaam had already been in prison for five years when he was asked a question he didn't expect: Who are you?

Jan 20, 2020


Saturday's swim meet canceled

The Laker men's and women's swim teams will host Findlay University Saturday, January 18, in a meet that will air on ESPN3.

Jan 17, 2020


Students from Australia watch country's devastating bushfires with worry

Jesse Goodyear, an accounting major and native of Australia, could hear the relief in his mom's voice during a phone call several days ago. "She said, 'It's raining today,' and you could hear in her voice how happy that made her," said Goodyear, a sophomore.

Jan 17, 2020


Student Senate holds first State of the Student Body address

Student Senate President Eric-John Szczepaniak and other senators shared the senate's recent accomplishments and upcoming events during first State of the Student Body address January 16.

Jan 16, 2020


GVSU names new associate vice president for Business and Finance 

Craig Wieschhorster has been named associate vice president for Business and Finance. 

Jan 16, 2020


Laker basketball games to air on ESPN3

Grand Valley's men's and women's basketball teams will host Northwood University Thursday, January 16, in games that will air on ESPN3.

Jan 15, 2020