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Garringer named area's Outstanding Adult Learner

Lisa Garringer, parking services manager, was named the Outstanding Adult Learner by the Grand Rapids Area Higher Education Network at its April banquet.

May 11, 2017


GVSU Police Academy sees increased class size, diversity

The GVSU Police Academy's 2017 class is the largest in more than 13 years, with 40 recruits, and is also one of the most diverse.

May 10, 2017


PR major receives Student of the Year award

Jaclyn Ermoyan, an advertising and public relations major who graduated in April, received the PR Student of the Year award at the 2017 PRoof Awards, held May 4 at Studio D2D in Grand Rapids. While at Grand Valley, Ermoyan served as CEO of GrandPR, the university's award-winning, student-run public relations firm.

May 10, 2017


Receptions held for diverse graduates

Receptions at the end of April celebrated the achievements of diverse graduates.

May 9, 2017


First Beckman Scholar recipients selected

Two Grand Valley students were named Beckman Scholars and will each receive $21,500 grants to conduct 15-month research projects with faculty mentors.

May 8, 2017


GVSU recognized for green cleaning programs

Facilities Services at Grand Valley was recognized for its commitment to protecting health and the environment by implementing green cleaning programs.

May 8, 2017


Laker lacrosse takes on McKendree for GLIAC Tournament championship

The Grand Valley lacrosse team will take on McKendree University for the GLIAC tournament championship on Sunday, May 7 at 1 p.m.

May 6, 2017


Hauenstein Center to host annual PTSD conference

The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies at Grand Valley State University will host the annual "Hidden Wounds of War" conference to address issues surrounding PTSD and traumatic brain injury, while increasing awareness of the conditions and educate the community about treatments and resources available to wounded veterans and their families.

May 6, 2017


GVSU economist says local numbers surprisingly strong

Despite signs that several local industries are topping out, the index for employment and new orders in West Michigan are at a two-year high, according to Brian Long, a Grand Valley State University economist.

May 5, 2017


Football player donates stem cells to man in Denmark

Laker football tight end Nick Keizer celebrated his birthday May 2 by donating his stem cells to a man in Denmark who needed a bone marrow transplant to survive.

May 4, 2017