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GVSU research shows West Michigan economy slowing

While the recent turmoil in financial markets around the world triggered fears of a recession, a GVSU researcher said he’s not ready to make that declaration for the national or local economies.

Aug 7, 2024


Senior Project Day: Engineering students collaborate with industry to solve real-world problems

Supported by approximately $250,000 in industry partnerships, engineering seniors presented their projects totaling 36,000 hours of collaborative work at the Engineering Design Conference.

Aug 6, 2024


GVSU in Photos, July 2024: Chalk talk, reimagined learning and a protective web

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Aug 1, 2024


GVSU corpse flower, now dormant, back home after a summer adventure

See how the trip went for the rare tropical plant that bloomed unexpectedly, leading to a temporary home.

Jul 30, 2024


Engineer honored as Muskegon Innovation Hub: Innovator of the Year

For his work, and his most recent innovative work, Michael Gerstweiler was named the 2024 Lakeshore Innovator of the Year, presented by the Muskegon Innovation Hub on July 25.

Jul 25, 2024


Empowering student voices at the REP4 Midwest Regional Summit

High schoolers from across Michigan gathered on July 24 and 25 to empower their own education at the 2024 REP4 Midwest Regional Summit.

Jul 25, 2024


Grant from Chan Zuckerberg Initiative aids research with AI, rare diseases

Research by Zachary DeBruine will implement artificial intelligence to construct and train models of virtual cells to better understand rare diseases.

Jul 25, 2024


Mantella, other REP4 leaders showcase alliance with U.S. officials

Leaders of the REP4 National Alliance met with U.S. officials to discuss their role in the future of higher education during the second annual REP4 Day of Advocacy.

Jul 24, 2024


CECI partnership developing next class of PK-12 teachers

The first cohort of more than 50 residents in the West Michigan Teacher Collaborative — an alliance between Kent, Muskegon and Ottawa intermediate school districts — began an eight-day summer institute of workshops on July 22 at the Eberhard Center.

Jul 23, 2024


Q&A with Holly Jasinski, new Director of the Center for Women and Gender Equity

Coming from the world of nonprofits, Holly Jasinski is focusing on elevating collaboration and student voices at the CWGE.

Jul 18, 2024