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GVSU economist: 2018 off to a good start

The West Michigan economy is starting off on a positive note, according to a Grand Valley State University expert. "The numbers for January are better than we expected," said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in the Seidman College of Business.

Feb 6, 2018


GVSU researchers create trustworthiness index of Michigan's largest publicly-held companies

Researchers from the Koeze Business Ethics Initiative in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University have created a trustworthiness index of Michigan's 18 largest publicly-held companies.

Feb 6, 2018


Michigan students lagging behind, educators say

President Thomas J. Haas led a panel discussion about K-12 education and how Michigan ranks near the bottom in the U.S. for student performance in reading and mathematics.

Feb 6, 2018


Visual and media arts exhibitions to spotlight student talent

Two exhibitions opening on the Allendale Campus in February will provide students in the Visual and Media Arts Department with opportunities to curate their own showcases while highlighting their artistic expertise. "Beyond the Frame" will be on display through February 16, and "Mixtape.jpg" will be on display February 19-March 2.

Feb 6, 2018


Flu shot clinic, healthy resources available at Wellness Summit

Campus programs and resources about healthy living will be highlighted during the Wellness Summit, set for Tuesday, February 13.

Feb 6, 2018


Three people to be honored during reception

Three people will be honored during the annual Celebrating Women in Sport and Physical Activity reception, which is set for Saturday, February 10.

Feb 5, 2018


GVSU students showcase vehicle at Michigan International Auto Show

When people steer their way to the Michigan International Auto Show at DeVos Place this weekend in Grand Rapids, they will have the opportunity to see a racing vehicle designed and built by students from Grand Valley State University. Students are part of an exhibition of student-made cars at the West Michigan Society of Automotive Engineers booth.

Feb 2, 2018


Grand Valley Board joins Spectrum Health in approving joint parking ramp

Grand Valley, Spectrum Health System and the city of Grand Rapids moved a step closer to jointly addressing the parking issues along and around the Medical Mile in downtown Grand Rapids. The university's Board of Trustees joined Spectrum Health in formally approving a parking ramp that will be built on land owned by the institutions on Michigan Street.

Feb 2, 2018


University celebrates Veterans Upward Bound program

Grand Valley celebrated the opening of the TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program January 31 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Eberhard Center, site of the new office.

Feb 1, 2018


Faculty authors to discuss their craft and careers during annual Writers Series

Two Grand Valley State University writing professors will discuss the inner-workings of their creativity and craft during the annual Grand Valley Writers Series. Patricia Clark and Roger Gilles will present a faculty reading on Wednesday, February 7, from 6-7:30 p.m. in the Cook-DeWitt Center. Readings will be followed by a book signing.

Jan 31, 2018