Articles by Brian Vernellis
Johnson Center releases "11 Trends in Philanthropy for 2024" report
The center's annual report, its eighth edition, includes essays and analysis on trends facing nonprofits, foundations and communities for the year.
Jan 17, 2024
Army ROTC looks to increase participation, visibility on campus
The sight of Grand Valley students in military uniforms on campus is more common this year, thanks to the coordinated efforts of GVSU’s Admissions and Recruitment office, the Office of the Provost, the College of Education and Community Innovation and ROTC leadership at Western Michigan University.
Jan 10, 2024
Positive signs for West Michigan economy amid slumping numbers: GVSU researcher
A monthly report from a Grand Valley researcher shows that while the West Michigan economy remains modestly negative, it has not slumped enough to slide into a recession.
Jan 10, 2024
Blue Dot, big impact: Gov. Whitmer visits campus, signs bill with $30 million for GV tech hub
With the stroke of a pen, backed by leaders from around the state, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Monday signed a $616 million supplemental funding bill during a ceremony at Grand Valley, providing a $30 million boost to the university’s Blue Dot initiative.
Dec 18, 2023
Sport management students host youth teams for class project
A collaboration between the Charter Schools Office and a sports management class put Grand Valley students behind the scenes in creating and managing the game atmosphere and experience for two GVSU-authorized charter schools and their families.
Dec 15, 2023
West Michigan's economy continues sluggish pace: GVSU researcher
Despite showing some modest gains, the West Michigan economy continued its sluggish pace through November, according to a Grand Valley researcher and his monthly survey of local businesses and manufacturers.
Dec 12, 2023
Wheelhouse Talks series to feature KCON's Tricia Thomas
The Wheelhouse Talks, a signature program of the Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy, presents leaders from a variety of backgrounds to share their philosophies and expertise with the Laker community.
Nov 30, 2023
Grand Valley takes on Harding in Division II quarterfinals
The No. 2-seed Lakers meet the top-seeded Bisons in the Super Region Three final at 2 p.m. Saturday in Harding's home of Searcy, Arkansas. It's the first meeting between the teams.
Nov 30, 2023
No. 2 Grand Valley, No. 5 Pittsburg State meet in Division II playoffs
Grand Valley's quest for a Division II football national championship cleared a major hurdle last Saturday. Now, it's on to the Lakers' next opponent in the playoffs.
Nov 23, 2023
Grand Valley, Ferris State meet again in playoffs
Saturday's game marks the fifth time the Lakers and Bulldogs have met in the Division II playoffs since 2015.
Nov 16, 2023
