Articles by Brian Vernellis
No. 5 Grand Valley hosts Wayne State for Homecoming
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Oct 1, 2026
Meet Jasper: Grand Valley, Priority Health bring new support to charter school students
Vanderbilt Charter Academy, a K-8 GVSU-authorized charter public school in Holland, officially introduced its facility dog, Jasper, a 1-year-old goldendoodle, to its students and staff last week.
Sep 28, 2026
GVSU Expert: A Q&A on the future of research and innovation
Ryan Otter, vice provost for Research and Innovation, discusses how collaboration and scholarship can expand Grand Valley’s research impact beyond campus.
Sep 23, 2026
GVSU Expert: A Q&A on what disease outbreaks reveal about public health
Ronke Olawale, assistant professor in the School of Social Work, discusses what the cyclosporiasis and Ebola outbreaks reveal about disease prevention, health care access and the importance of understanding the social and environmental factors that shape public health.
Sep 21, 2026
GVSU, renowned biologist explore what’s next in healthcare
The goal for future healthcare systems will be defined by the four P’s — predictive, preventive, personalized and participatory — according to biologist Leroy Hood.
Sep 17, 2026
Family Weekend features No. 6 Lakers’ matchup against Judson
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Sep 17, 2026
Former astronaut brings message of civic responsibility to campus
John Herrington serves on the steering committee of Astronauts for America, a nonprofit, nonpartisan group of former NASA astronauts that promotes civic participation and voter registration.
Sep 15, 2026
GVSU survey: West Michigan economy maintains momentum
The report's key metrics remained strong in August, although purchasing managers and their firms are keeping a cautious eye on other economic indicators.
Sep 15, 2026
Grand Valley brings AI, technology and innovation to forefront during Tech Week
A conversation between GVSU President Philomena V. Mantella and biologist Lee Hood headlines the events hosted by the university during this year’s Tech Week.
Sep 14, 2026
Lakers open their doors to Purdue Northwest after devastating storm
When Purdue University Northwest needed a place for its women’s soccer team to train and stay following a catastrophic storm, Grand Valley answered the call. For three days, the Lions found a home in Allendale — and discovered a partnership that extended well beyond the playing field.
Sep 1, 2026
