College of Health Professions
GVSU grad student recovers from coronavirus, donates plasma to 'pay it forward'
Graduate student Hannah Grinwis fully recovered from COVID-19 and is now donating plasma as a way to pay it forward.
Apr 28, 2020
Students volunteer at food pantries and soup kitchens: "We're not struggling for food, others are"
Like so many other Lakers, graduate students Bailey Heading and Christina Svoyatsky said they felt compelled to find ways to be useful and to give back as the COVID-19 crisis intensified.
Apr 13, 2020
Student Award Convocation virtually recognizes top achievers, excellence in disciplines
The annual ceremony recognizes students who have been nominated for top awards, recognizing overall achievements in the classroom and on campus, and students who achieved excellence in every graduate and undergraduate discipline.
Apr 10, 2020
Standardized Patient Program goes virtual, provides students with telehealth experience
Grand Valley's Standardized Patient Program has launched a virtual component that allows students in the College of Health Professions, Kirkhof College of Nursing and School of Social Work to continue to gain clinical experience.
Apr 3, 2020
Health professor addresses COVID-19 myths surrounding ibuprofen, vitamins, taking a hot bath
Lisa Pagnucco, clinical pharmacist and associate professor in the College of Health Professions, said the World Health Organization recognizes the abundance of rumors, often spread through social media, as an "infodemic."
Apr 2, 2020
International students on campus and in area stay busy, upbeat
Some international students who remain on campus during the COVID-19 pandemic find routine, humor and family connections help to lighten their days.
Apr 1, 2020
It's time to get creative when staying in touch with family and friends, GVSU public health expert says
Ranelle Brew says exercise, eat healthy and look for creative ways to stay in touch with people.
Mar 25, 2020
Mantella, panelists call for expansion of collaborations, partnerships to aid health care worker shortage
President Philomena V. Mantella and other leaders said collaborations and partnership among health care institutions, K-12 schools, colleges and universities are critical to maintaining and expanding the health care workforce in the region.
Mar 6, 2020
President Mantella, students share vision of future student experience
Grand Valley President Philomena V. Mantella, along with six Grand Valley students, discussed financial literacy and college affordability at the February 7 Board of Trustees meeting held at the L. William Seidman Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Feb 7, 2020
Traverse City PAS program will earn national award for its innovation
The Physician Assistant Studies program in Traverse City will receive a national award recognizing its innovation and excellence from the University Professional and Continuing Education Association at its annual conference in March.
Jan 31, 2020
