College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Professor emeritus of biology leaves student-focused legacy
Carl Bajema, who retired in 2007, was also active in the community.
Oct 30, 2020
GVSU joins national alliance to develop inclusive, diverse STEM faculty
Grand Valley joins 18 other institutions within a national alliance to develop inclusive teaching practices and increase diversity among STEM faculty members over a three-year period.
Oct 29, 2020
Virtual theater, the rehearsals: Character development and technology adjustments both take center stage
Technology work is usually reserved toward the end of the rehearsal period for a theater production. But for a virtual production such as "The Revolutionists," early attention to technology is a must. GVNext is following the virtual production from preparation to performance.
Oct 28, 2020
GVSU debate expert: Final presidential debate had much-needed infusion of order, allowing voters to learn more
Carl Brown, assistant professor communication studies, said he and his students expand their discussions on proper debating techniques to analysis of the current atmosphere.
Oct 23, 2020
Faculty and staff sketches
Publications and presentations at conferences are highlighted, as well as the deaths of two retired professors.
Oct 22, 2020
Faculty member shows students in multi-year local history project the ripple effects of urban renewal
Matthew Daley, associate professor of history, is guiding students through a deep well of information that is conveniently nearby. Each new class adds different elements to the project.
Oct 20, 2020
GVSU faculty member recognized as a top public university educator
Stephen Mattox, professor of geology, received the Michigan Association of State Universitiesý Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year Award.
Oct 14, 2020
McNair Scholars transition undergraduate research projects to online formats
Words like pivot and persevere are often used to describe how students transitioned to remote learning due to COVID-19. David Martin, director of the McNair Scholars program, added courage when describing how 17 undergraduates adapted their research to online formats. The McNair Scholars program, a federally funded TRIO program, supports first-generation and underrepresented students who want to pursue doctoral programs.
Oct 13, 2020
Making Waves: Artists and writers tell stories, explore different sides of water themes through their creativity
Graphic design, poems and other creations help broaden the discussion about water, lending different perspectives and tapping into emotions surrounding the life force.
Oct 9, 2020
Starts and stops on path to degree: Successful business owner spurred to reenroll after receiving letter
When Rob Alway received his Grand Valley diploma in the mail, it meant more to him than something to display in an office. Alway's diploma represented a completion of a 30-year-journey.
Oct 7, 2020
