News from Grand Valley State University

College of Education and Community Innovation

Alumna in Ukraine volunteers to support country's civilian reservists

A Grand Valley alumna who lives and works in Ukraine said life in that country has shifted to one of determination and perseverance since the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion passed.

Apr 18, 2023


Event celebrates student academic, leadership achievements

A new award presented at the Student Awards Convocation went to a student who, at one point, dropped out of college.

Apr 17, 2023


Pilot program developing, strengthening leadership skills

The Leading Lakers: Leadership Pilot Program is in its final weeks, guiding participants through sessions devoted to topics on leadership, including conflict management, strategic mindset and building trust.

Mar 30, 2023


Graduate raising funds for victims of Turkey earthquake

A dream trip to Turkey became a harrowing experience for recent graduate Katie Hoffswell and prompted her and friends to organize a fundraising campaign to benefit survivors of the devastating earthquakes.

Mar 16, 2023


Ceremony will celebrate faculty teaching, research, scholarship

Faculty Convocation will be held February 14 in the DeVos Center's Loosemore Auditorium.

Feb 7, 2023


GVSU roots spark successful businesses for alumni couple

In a city known for its breweries, two alumni brought something new to Grand Rapids, an accessible wine and jazz bar that will soon celebrate its second anniversary.

Dec 19, 2022



Graduate overcomes homeland's civil war, political unrest to earn degree

Haak Betiem is earning a graduate degree in health administration.

Dec 6, 2022


New endowed professor will focus on role civil discourse can play in polarization

Greg Warsen, assistant professor of educational leadership, was selected as the new Padnos/Sarosik endowed professor of civil discourse.

Dec 5, 2022


REP4, Steelcase collaborate on better futures

Mantella appears in national webcast to talk equity in education, REP4

Dec 1, 2022