News from Grand Valley State University

Articles by Brian Vernellis

Graduate's journey speaks to importance of diversity, inclusion

Graci Harkema, '09, discussed the importance of diversity, inclusion and acceptance of identity during her Wheelhouse Talks session for the Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy.

Feb 11, 2022


Scholarships announced for graduates of GVSU's charter high schools

The scholarships announced by the Charter Schools Office will provide at least $1,000 annually for graduates of GVSU-authorized public charter high schools to attend Grand Valley.

Feb 3, 2022


Lakers basketball drawing national audience for three dates

ESPN3 will stream three dates for Grand Valley's men's and women's basketball teams, beginning with the January 27 games against Wisconsin-Parkside.

Jan 26, 2022


Yale professor: Prejudice, discrimination persist due to idea of "iconic ghetto"

Elijah Anderson, the Sterling Professor of Sociology and of African American Studies at Yale University, spoke as part of Grand Valley's King Commemoration Week, discussing how the stereotypes associated with the "iconic ghetto" linger to this day.

Jan 20, 2022


Johnson Center for Philanthropy releases its annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report

The Dorothy A. Johnson Center released its annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report which examines the issues its staff believes will shape the nonprofit sector in 2022.

Jan 19, 2022


Graduates, faculty member making a difference as school counselors in Alaska

On the outskirts of civilization in Alaska, three counselors with Grand Valley connections are building a network of support for children in a rural school district.

Jan 13, 2022


GVSU graduates working on next generation of vehicles

Grand Valley graduates are playing a part in developing the future of transportation, working at companies across the country developing electric vehicles and autonomous, self-driving platforms.

Dec 21, 2021


Rebuilding networks, social capital key for nonprofit organizations

Charitable organizations may have seen donations increase in 2020, but a Grand Valley professor believes the pandemic has hampered their recovery when it comes to networking and building trust with supporters.

Dec 13, 2021


Women's soccer playing for national championship Saturday

The Lakers are aiming for their seventh Division II national championship since 2009 when they face Saint Rose in the finals at 2 p.m. December 11 in Colorado Springs, Colo.

Dec 10, 2021


GVSU video helping hospitality, tourism industry overcome workforce shortage

The Department of Hospitality and Tourism Management hopes a video it conceived can entice students to careers in an industry recovering from the effects of the pandemic.

Dec 8, 2021