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Editorial: Haas says parents, schools must partner together to improve education

In an editorial published April 19 in The Detroit News, Grand Valley President Thomas J. Haas said that recognizing that parents are a child's first and most important teachers is a critical step in improving education in the state of Michigan.

Apr 19, 2018


Friday's lacrosse match will benefit MS charity

Grand Valley's lacrosse team will host Northern Michigan in a match that will mean more than the final score.

Apr 19, 2018


Bush's legacy will be love, literacy, levity, Hauenstein Center director says

The first time Gleaves Whitney met former first lady Barbara Bush, who died April 17 at the age of 92, he was a middle-school-aged kid who lived in the Houston neighborhood one over from where the Bush family lived. Whitney, who is the director of the Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies at Grand Valley State University, said he remembers being struck by her focus on whomever she was speaking with.

Apr 18, 2018


Voices of GVSU to celebrate 30 years with reunion concert

More than 100 alumni and current students are expected to perform during the Voices of GVSU 30th Year Reunion Concert, set for Sunday, April 22.

Apr 18, 2018


65 twins, multiples celebrate family

Twins, triplets and a set of quadruplets celebrated family during Twin+ Day at Grand Valley State University on April 15.

Apr 17, 2018


DECA Blazers team earns most Laker Effect Challenge prize money

The DECA Blazers team secured the most prize money during the Spring Laker Effect Challenge.

Apr 17, 2018


Space device, artificial intelligence among projects at GVSU engineering showcase

About 275 visitors and high school students from across Michigan will attend the event to meet with students, interact with projects and learn about careers in engineering and computing.

Apr 17, 2018


Detroit couple increases scholarships to working families, Grand Valley students

Hundreds of students at Grand Valley State University will get a financial boost thanks to the generosity of a Detroit area couple and their foundation. Bob and Ellen Thompson are increasing their investment in student success by expanding the Thompson Working Family Scholarship Program.

Apr 17, 2018


Students, faculty, staff share attributes they want in next president

Members of the Presidential Search Advisory Committee heard from students, faculty, staff members and alumni during two listening sessions held April 12 and 13 on the Allendale and Pew Grand Rapids campuses.

Apr 13, 2018


Canceled: Grand Valley rowing to kick off season with Lubbers Cup

Organizers have canceled the Lubbers Cup Regatta, scheduled for April 13-15, due to weather.

Apr 13, 2018