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Conference to feature first African American astronaut to travel to space
"Roger That! A Celebration of Space Exploration in Honor of Roger B. Chaffee," will take place February 16-17 at the DeVos Center.
Jan 16, 2018
Department earns NEH grant for history project in Saugatuck area
The Kutsche Office of Local History at Grand Valley State University received a $12,000 Common Heritage grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities to support a project documenting the history of summers in the Saugatuck-Douglas area in the mid-20th century.
Jan 16, 2018
Alumna spreads Laker Effect around the world by ice skating for Disney on Ice
Shanda DeWitt, '11, has been traveling around the world skating alongside 42 other professionals with Disney on Ice since 2016. Her travels have taken her to many areas of the world, including Peru, Guatemala, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Canada and across the U.S. DeWitt currently portrays Elsa from Disney's "Frozen" and said she enjoys spreading her Laker Effect through creating a fun and positive experience for fans of all ages.
Jan 16, 2018
Reign: social activism begins with passion, knowledge
April Reign, creator of the viral hashtag #OscarsSoWhite, told an audience gathered in the Fieldhouse January 15 that Twitter and other social media platforms are "powerful tools for social justice if used well."
Jan 15, 2018
WGVU presents "I Have Made a Difference" Awards
A total of 13 people or organizations received an "I Have Made a Difference" award from WGVU Public Media, in recognition for their contributions in the community.
Jan 15, 2018
Expert to discuss Civil War statues in public places
Race and cultural heritage are hot-button issues in the United States today, demonstrated by violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, and protests over the removal of Confederate statues across the American South.
Jan 14, 2018
Researchers find rate of Michigan uninsured drops below 10 percent
Researchers from Grand Valley and Tulane universities have found the rate of people without health insurance in Michigan has dropped below 10 percent, yet barriers to obtaining health care remain problematic.
Jan 12, 2018
Partnership benefits talent pipeline, patients
Leaders from Grand Valley and Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital celebrated an expanded partnership January 11 that benefits area patients and the health care talent pipeline.
Jan 11, 2018
Art Gallery exhibit, events to explore the ebb and flow of artist's creative process
A new Art Gallery exhibition at Grand Valley will examine the ebb and flow of artist Herbert Murrie's creative process while reflecting back on his painting career and looking forward to a new body of his work. An opening reception for the exhibit will take place January 18. The exhibit will be on display January 15 through March 30.
Jan 11, 2018
Keynote addresses will highlight King commemoration week on campus
A full slate of events on Monday, January 15, ushers in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemoration Week on campus.
Jan 11, 2018
