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Music majors work with local students to compose and perform
Music students from Grand Valley recently completed an internship with the Grand Rapids Symphony, during which they helped 20 local high school students compose pieces of music that were performed at the symphony's annual "Symphony with Soul" concert on February 18.
Feb 21, 2017
New book highlights the life and art of Mathias J. Alten
A new publication spotlights the life and artistic works of Mathias J. Alten, who called the city of Grand Rapids his home. The book, entitled "Mathias J. Alten: An Evolving Legacy," is a hard cover monograph that includes color illustrations and scholarly essays exploring Alten's artistic legacy. Grand Valley State University owns the largest known single public collection of Alten's works and papers in the world.
Feb 20, 2017
Kindschi fellowship will give students unique research opportunities
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship is seeking applications from students for a new research fellowship.
Feb 17, 2017
Vanden Wyngaard receives Trailblazer award
Julianne Vanden Wyngaard, pianist and university carillonneur, received the Doris Rucks Trailblazer Award from Positive Black Women at the organization's annual Valentine's Day luncheon in the Kirkhof Center.
Feb 17, 2017
"Detroit" to be completely produced, performed by students
"Detroit" will be the first directing gig for Robbie Bell, a senior theater major. The production is a part of the Theater Department's annual Performance Studio Series, which gives upper-level theater students the opportunity to apply skills learned in class. "Detroit" depicts two seemingly normal couples who strike up a friendship at a backyard barbecue. However, once secrets come out, they realize that not everyone is who they seem.
Feb 16, 2017
Basketball doubleheaders to be broadcast on ESPN3 Feb. 16 and 18
The Laker men's and women's basketball teams will take on Michigan Tech in games Thursday, and Northern Michigan on Saturday.
Feb 16, 2017
Living Center receives LEED® Silver status
The Holton-Hooker Learning and Living Center on the Allendale Campus has been awarded LEED® Silver certification by the U.S. Green Building Council, demonstrating Grand Valley's commitment to sustainable progress through innovative design and construction.
Feb 15, 2017
Heartwell to discuss impact of local governments on climate change
George Heartwell, former mayor of Grand Rapids, will discuss how local city governments can take proactive measures to help solve what he considers to be one of the largest global threats. His presentation, "Beyond the Paris Accords: Adaptation Planning and Local Government," will take place February 21 on the Allendale Campus.
Feb 15, 2017
More than 230 employers expected at career fair
Job seekers will have the opportunity to meet more than 230 employers at the 2017 Winter Career Fair February 23 at DeVos Place Convention Center in Grand Rapids.
Feb 14, 2017
Search for provost will continue
More candidates for Grand Valley's provost will be selected and brought to campus for interviews, search committee co-chairs Teri Losey and Jon Jellema announced February 14.
Feb 14, 2017
