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WGVU Public Media to host debate between Stabenow and James

Democratic U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow and Republican opponent John James will take part in a debate October 14 at the WGVU Public Media studios at the Eberhard Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.

Oct 12, 2018


Netherlands sociologist says government addressing climate change

Mandy de Wilde, a researcher with the Environmental Policy Group at Wageningen University in the Netherlands, said Dutch government and business officials are committed to addressing climate change.

Oct 11, 2018


Soccer games carried live this weekend

The No. 1-ranked Laker soccer team will host Saginaw Valley and Ashland this weekend in games that will be webcast and broadcast, respectively.

Oct 11, 2018


Award-winning poets to discuss their work, inspirations during Fall Arts Celebration

Two unique poetic voices will share their work and discuss their inspirations with the West Michigan community during Fall Arts Celebration at Grand Valley State University. "An Evening of Poetry and Conversation with Ada Limón and Carl Phillips" will take place October 18 on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus. A reception and book signing will take place after both authors read samples from their work.

Oct 11, 2018


Bernal among community leaders to be honored at César Chávez gala

Jesse Bernal, vice president for Inclusion and Equity, will be among the honorees at the 14th annual César E. Chávez Hispanic Excellence Scholarship and Community Awards Gala.

Oct 11, 2018


GVSU hosts Sue Snyder for discussion on sexual violence prevention

The meeting was an extension of an ongoing discussion about sexual assault prevention at universities across the state.

Oct 10, 2018


Fall career fair set for students and alumni

More than 230 employers are registered to attend Grand Valley's Fall Career and Internship Fair October 16 from 1-5 p.m.

Oct 10, 2018


Visual thinking workshop connects art, health professions for students

Standing before a painting and discussing with classmates what they see is status quo for students majoring in visual arts. It was new territory for students majoring in nursing and health professions October 3, when artist-medical educator Alexa Miller led a workshop in visual thinking by using the artwork in the Cook-DeVos Center for Health Sciences as a backdrop.

Oct 10, 2018


Students help Red Wings prepare for season through fitness tests during preseason camps

Forty-one Grand Valley exercise science and athletic training students helped 72 Detroit Red Wings players prepare for their new season during the team's preseason development camp in September. The students assisted Red Wings staff and Ross Sherman, associate professor of exercise science, conduct medical examinations and test the physical fitness of players.

Oct 9, 2018


GVSU events to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month

The Office of Multicultural Affairs will host a series of cultural events for its annual Hispanic Heritage celebration, including lectures, celebrations and more. 

Oct 9, 2018