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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

Zachary DeBruine in blue shirt behind screen with coding written on it

REP4

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

President Mantella stands between two men, an American flag flanking them on the left and the Department of Education flag on the right.

College of Education and Community Innovation

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

Austin Honey takes part in the West Michigan Teacher Collaborative Summer Institute at the Eberhard Center in Grand Rapids on July 22.

Center for Women and Gender Equity

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

A portrait of Holly Jasinski, a woman with blonde hair and glasses. She smiles and poses in front of the Center for Women and Gender Equity.

Muskegon Innovation Hub

Meet the finalists for the 2024 Lakeshore Innovator of the Year

This year's finalists comprise a cross section of industries from advanced technologies like AI to outdoor recreation and entertainment to nonprofit organizations and the culinary arts.

Jul 18, 2024

Exterior facade of Muskegon Innovation Hub

Omni from Grand Valley State University

GVSU, SMC leaders sign agreement to open pathways for Southwest Michigan learners

Leaders from Grand Valley and Southwestern Michigan College signed an agreement that provides SMC students with opportunities to take GVSU classes and degree programs at the Dowagiac campus.

Jul 17, 2024

Louie the Laker at right and the SMC road runner mascot at left stand next to SMC president and President Mantella

Educational Equity

Mantella, GVSU open first LatinXperience Symposium in Holland

Grand Valley serves as the title sponsor for this week’s Fiesta Week, the 60th anniversary of the celebration of Latino culture, presented by Latin American United for Progress in Holland.

Jul 16, 2024