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Haas testifies before legislative committee

Grand Valley President Thomas J. Haas testified in Lansing March 9 before the House Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee.

Mar 9, 2017


Professor uses puppets to teach students, connect with community

Jason Yancey, associate professor of Spanish, brought his more than 15 years of puppeteering experience to Grand Valley in 2009. Since then, he has incorporated his unique expertise into upper-level Spanish theater and drama courses. During these classes, students write and produce original Spanish puppet shows, create their own puppets, and perform in the community.

Mar 9, 2017


GVSU Night at Comerica Park tickets on sale

Comerica Park in Detroit could turn blue during a special Detroit Tigers game night created for the Grand Valley community.

Mar 8, 2017


Grand Valley celebrates International Women's Day

As the world celebrates International Women's Day March 8, Grand Valley is paying tribute its own women who are leaders, mentors and trailblazers.

Mar 8, 2017


GVSU economist: Back to double-digit growth

The economic rally for industrial markets in West Michigan continues, according to a Grand Valley State University economist.

Mar 8, 2017


"Start With Why" speaker to present at Hauenstein Center Wheelhouse Talk

Grand Valley's Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies will host Stephen Shedletzky, head engagement officer of the well-known "Start With Why" program at the March 15 Wheelhouse Talk in the L.V. Eberhard Center.

Mar 7, 2017


Volunteers needed for Student Scholars Day

The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship is looking for volunteers for the 21st annual Student Scholars Day on April 12.

Mar 7, 2017


Research delves into leadership advancement for women of color

Women of color who are in leadership positions in West Michigan do more work than their titles indicate, and reported feeling like an outsider in their workplaces or volunteer groups.

Mar 6, 2017


Nominations open for sustainability awards

The Office of Sustainability Practices is accepting nominations for its ninth annual Sustainability Champions Awards. Nominations are due by March 17.

Mar 6, 2017


Students earn scholarships for passports

It's among the first steps to studying abroad: getting a passport. Five students received scholarships to apply for a passport through a campus collaboration.

Mar 3, 2017