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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Graduate appearing as main character in Netflix real crime show

Scott Watson, '09, is portraying the main character in the three-part show.

Jan 19, 2022


MLK week opens with call from keynote speaker to continue 'watering seeds planted by King'

The daughter of a man whose life intersected with the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. opened Grand Valley's commemoration week events by saying the two men "planted the seeds we are still watering and nurturing today."

Jan 17, 2022


Arboretum offers right setting for field study on feeding habits of prominent feeder songbird, black-capped chickadees

Researchers are studying how the apparent presence of a nearby predator affects chickadees seeking food.

Jan 12, 2022


Slate of speakers will reflect on legacy of King during commemoration week events

To commemorate the life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Grand Valley will host four virtual or in-person presentations by speakers and a day of service.

Jan 11, 2022


Beloved holiday tradition returns with songs of the season presented by GVSU performers

"Coming Together to Celebrate the Holidays" was part of the GVSU Arts Celebration.

Dec 7, 2021



Students in Curatorial Studio develop broad skills while assembling public exhibition

The "FLUX" exhibition examines rapid change through artists' eyes.

Nov 30, 2021


Perfectly browned rolls? Fluffy mashed potatoes? Chemistry in the kitchen makes for delicious Thanksgiving dinner dishes

Jessica VandenPlas also says chemistry explains how some dishes might not turn out as planned.

Nov 22, 2021


Busy senior earns Homecoming Regent title

Throughout her time at Grand Valley, Brooklyn Chaffee has been involved in almost a dozen organizations and activities.

Nov 17, 2021


When assessing our own health over time, memory complicates perception, GVSU research shows

GVSU psychology experts Michael Wolfe and Todd Williams conducted the research.

Nov 16, 2021