College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Faculty and staff sketches
Faculty and staff members who have given virtual presentations or had their research published are detailed.
Dec 17, 2020
Young turtles that are focus of collaborative conservation effort faring well so far; second year underway
The headstarting program to help Eastern box turtles is a joint effort by GVSU and John Ball Zoo.
Dec 16, 2020
Classics professor's translation of ancient Greek play recently in demand
The translation of "Medea" by Diane Rayor, professor of Classics, has been chosen with increasing frequency. Rayor believes the process she uses to refine the translation makes for a better experience for both actors and audiences.
Dec 11, 2020
A faculty member's involvement in improving a community park gives sport management students a glimpse at future
Jon Coles, assistant professor of sport management, is heading an effort to improve a Big Rapids park. Coles is sharing with students his experiences in fundraising, project management and more.
Dec 9, 2020
Making Waves: Tara Kneeshaw analyzes ways the microscopic world can indicate, or help, water quality
Kneeshaw, who has been studying Grand River samples as part of a Making Waves project, is dedicated to educating the public about water quality and the big and small ways people affect water health.
Dec 2, 2020
Faculty and staff sketches
Faculty and staff members who have given virtual presentations or had their research published are detailed below.
Nov 30, 2020
Virtual theater, take a bow: Three-show run entertained audiences, reinforced spirit of live productions
The GVNext series following the virtual production of "The Revolutionists" wraps up after successful performances.
Nov 19, 2020
Members of GVSU Black sorority begin campaign for endowed scholarship
Members of a historically Black sorority are raising money to support students while ensuring their own legacy on campus.
Nov 18, 2020
GVSU team of experts advising health departments on fair COVID-19 vaccine distribution
The team includes philosophy and public health faculty members as well as students.
Nov 16, 2020
OK, Boomer: A viral clapback and its impact on social media discussions part of research earning student national recognition
Carly Vaitkevicius also studied how the term affected political discourse with the presidential election on the horizon.
Nov 10, 2020