Articles by Brian Vernellis
Detroit chef to headline Trailblazer Talks at Muskegon Innovation Hub
A leading voice on the Detroit culinary scene, Quiana "Que" Rice is known for her inventive vegan recipes and progressive vision to develop plant-based menus and dishes.
Jun 16, 2025
GVSU survey: West Michigan economy improving, despite tariff uncertainty
Data collected by a GVSU researcher indicates the West Michigan economy is improving, even as local firms navigate the ongoing uncertainty of tariffs and global trade tensions.
Jun 10, 2025
GVSU partnership awarded grant to support future educators
The Make MI Home grant from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation will be tied directly with GVSU’s HBCU/HSI Consortium, with a focus on supporting prospective educators from the HBCU Talladega College in Alabama.
May 28, 2025
Groundswell Stewardship Initiative empowers students through annual showcase
The Groundswell event concludes a year of exploration and study for PK-12 students, who get the opportunity to exhibit and discuss their projects, data and research in environmental studies.
May 15, 2025
GVSU researcher: West Michigan economy resilient amid economic tensions
While global economic markets face turbulence following the Trump administration’s implementation of tariffs, the West Michigan economy continues to show modest strength, according to a Grand Valley State University researcher.
May 9, 2025
Lakers recognized nationally for academic excellence, global engagement
Grand Valley students and recent graduates continue to excel on the national stage, earning competitive scholarships and fellowships that support their academic and professional growth.
May 8, 2025
CLA graduates find purpose in leadership, embark on new journeys
Since 2004, the Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy has nurtured and developed attributes centered around leadership, public service and personal growth in its student fellows.
Apr 25, 2025
AI chatbot developed at Seidman enhances students’ understanding of software
The chatbot, named ADA (or Advanced Digital Assistant), is the brainchild of Asli Akbulut, professor of information systems, and Chris Gillespie, SAP systems administrator and instructor, who are both in the Management Department at the Seidman College of Business.
Apr 23, 2025
College of Computing highlights graduating class, cybersecurity at Innovation Day
The College's biannual Innovation Day welcomed some of the region's top tech leaders for a series of panel discussions on cybersecurity and its applications.
Apr 18, 2025
CECI partnership expands West Michigan teacher workforce
CECI and the West Michigan Teacher Collaborative — an alliance among Kent, Muskegon and Ottawa intermediate school districts — have worked together to address the shortage of PK-12 and special education teachers in West Michigan.
Apr 18, 2025
