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Ambassador Carla Hills to receive GVSU's Hauenstein Fellowship Medal
Grand Valley's Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies will present Ambassador Carla Hills, former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and U.S. Trade Representative, with the Hauenstein Fellowship Medal, one of the highest honors the university can give.
Jun 26, 2017
Zumberge's son addresses reunion participants
Two surprises were in store for members of the Class of 1967 who participated in their 50th reunion June 23-24.
Jun 26, 2017
Camp teaches students benefits of renewable energy
More than 40 students from 23 local middle schools learned about renewable energy during the Energizing Our World camp. The three-day, interactive camp took place on the Allendale Campus June 20-22. During the camp, students participated in hands-on activities to learn about solar, wind and hydro power. From constructing their own wind turbines to building and racing solar-powered cars, the lessons highlighted the benefits of renewable energy, best sustainable practices and the applications of renewable energy.
Jun 23, 2017
Congressional delegation touts 50th anniversary of Grand Valley's first graduates
Two of Michigan's congressional representatives recognized and celebrated the 50th anniversary of Grand Valley's first graduates.
Jun 23, 2017
Nursing students earn Mary Free Bed scholarships
Four Kirkhof College of Nursing students earned scholarships from Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in June.
Jun 23, 2017
Grand Valley State buys property, plans for engineering expansion and parking
Grand Valley State University's Board of Trustees approved the purchase of the Ferris Coffee and Nut facility in downtown Grand Rapids, with plans to expand its engineering programs.
Jun 21, 2017
First Grand Valley graduates to celebrate 50th reunion
Fifty-one people from Grand Valley's first graduating class will celebrate their 50th reunion June 23-24.
Jun 20, 2017
Annual carillon concert series to feature musicians from around the world
The 23rd annual Cook Carillon International Concert Series will take place on Sundays at 8 p.m. on the Allendale Campus, from June 25-August 20. The 17th annual Beckering Family Carillon International Concert Series brings five concerts to the Lacks International Plaza located at the DeVos Center on Grand Valley's Pew Grand Rapids Campus. These concerts will take place on Wednesdays at noon, beginning July 5.
Jun 19, 2017
Faculty and staff sketches
Faculty and staff members listed below were named to boards, gave presentations or were published.
Jun 19, 2017
Liberal studies professor earns national civic engagement award
Danielle Lake, assistant professor of liberal studies, was awarded the John Saltmarsh Award for Emerging Leaders in Civic Engagement from the American Association of State Colleges and Universities.
Jun 16, 2017