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President Mantella featured on NewsMakers

President Philomena V. Mantella was the featured guest on WGVU Public Media's "NewsMakers" program July 24. The half-hour program is hosted by Patrick Center, news and public affairs director at WGVU.

Jul 24, 2019


Engineering and computing recognized for diversity initiatives

Grand Valley's Padnos College of Engineering and Computing (PCEC) has been recognized by the American Society for Engineering Education (ASEE) for its efforts surrounding diversity.

Jul 23, 2019


New Music Ensemble readies spring release of commercial CD featuring national park compositions

The group recently received a grant from an organization that supports the creation of new music.

Jul 22, 2019


GVSU professor: Space exploration and religion have a long shared history

Deana Weibel has done extensive research on religion and space exploration

Jul 19, 2019


Faculty and staff sketches

The faculty and staff members below have given presentations, written journal articles or received accolades.

Jul 19, 2019


Charter Schools Office hosting College Prep Week on campus

Grand Valley's Charter Schools Office is hosting College Prep Week, an annual program that brings students from GVSU-authorized charter schools to the Allendale CampusĀ for a week to experience life as a college student.

Jul 18, 2019


Plans underway to create world's largest periodic table at GVSU

The event will be held in October as part of National Chemistry Week.

Jul 18, 2019


Mantella, Haas first to enjoy new 'Haas Boss' sandwich

President Philomena V. Mantella joined President Emeritus Thomas J. Haas July 17 at the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids to taste test a new sandwich named for Haas.

Jul 17, 2019


GVSU launches project to help develop nonprofit boards

While leaders of nonprofit organizations know that their board members can haveĀ a significant impact on the work an organization does, few resources exist to help leaders build their own abilities to work with board members and select board members who can effectively foster success. The Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University is working to help the nonprofit sector develop more diverse and inclusive boardrooms while ensuring effective board experiences that will help organizations thrive.

Jul 17, 2019


Faculty member's first novel named a must-read by Oprah Magazine

The book by Caitlin Horrocks is a historical fiction novel based on an eccentric French composer.

Jul 16, 2019