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GVSU tapped as partner in computer science conference funded by MiSTEM Advisory Council grant

Grand Valley has played a key role in a conference that is training teachers on computer science.

Jul 31, 2019


Fall Arts Celebration to offer a variety of events for the community

The lineup for this year's Fall Arts Celebration will invite audiences to behold the power and mystery of water, see history differently and more.

Jul 30, 2019


Area employers attend GVSU inclusivity conference

About 165 area employers attended Grand Valley's Inclusive Recruitment and Retention Conference, sponsored by the Division of Inclusion and Equity and the Career Center. 

Jul 30, 2019


Engineering Design Conference features senior projects, boat races

Grand Valley's School of Engineering is hosting Engineering Design Conference Week from July 29-August 2.

Jul 29, 2019


Faculty and staff sketches

Faculty and staff members who have given presentations or written articles are listed.

Jul 29, 2019


Kaufman Interfaith Institute hopes to expand work from $1 million grant

The Kaufman Interfaith Institute at Grand Valley recently concluded a three-year grant study on interfaith understanding with meetings in Morocco and Jordan June 16-22, 2019.

Jul 29, 2019


University Libraries benefactor dies

Harvey Lemmen, a longtime benefactor to University Libraries, died July 25 at age 96. 

Jul 29, 2019


President Mantella discusses college access, value, affordability during MLive interview

During an interview with a reporter from the Grand Rapids Press, President Mantella discussed the value of higher education and opportunities to extend GVSU's prominence.

Jul 28, 2019


President Mantella commends affinity group leaders for their inclusion and equity work

President Philomena V. Mantella said the university is enriched by diversity and thanked members of the faculty and staff affinity groups for their hard work and dedication. 

Jul 26, 2019


Middle school students get hands-on experience exploring health careers

From operating modern medical equipment to collecting data in a lab to understanding different types of physical therapies, about 80 middle school students explored health careers during a summer camp at Grand Valley State University.

Jul 25, 2019