News from Grand Valley State University

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Beckman scholar's research could aid threatened species of lizards

Isabel Thompson has a curiosity about science that keeps her hand in the air during class discussions.

Dec 2, 2019


Kelly Lowenstein named new civil discourse professor

The new faculty member to be named as Padnos/Sarosik Professor of Civil Discourse will bring his knowledge of global journalism and the impact of "fake news" to the position.

Dec 2, 2019


GVSU expert: Prominent cases spotlight clinical ethics but singular focus remains on patient

Recent cases have brought ethical questions and the role of clinical ethicists to the forefront.

Nov 27, 2019


Second coat drive underway

Organizers are seeking new or gently used winter coats to give to students in need.

Nov 27, 2019


Fall Arts Celebration concludes with holiday concert

The holiday celebration, "Beloved Songs of the Season," is December 2 at 7:30 p.m.

Nov 27, 2019


Two longtime professors to retire

Jonathan White, professor of interdisciplinary studies in the Frederik Meijer Honors College, and Stephen Rowe, a philosophy and liberal studies professor, will retire in December.

Nov 25, 2019


Grand Valley to lead K-12 computer science curriculum coordination

The partnership with Code.org, a nonprofit computer science organization that provides K-12 curriculum and training resources, will allow Grand Valley experts to coordinate annual professional development for up to 1,000 teachers in that discipline.

Nov 20, 2019


Faculty member's play about Ford, social justice keeps gaining audiences

"Victors of Character" is a play written by Allison Metz, associate professor of theater.

Nov 18, 2019



Film festival expands cultural knowledge through art

The festival is made possible by a 5-year grant from the French Consulate in Chicago. The goal is to inspire the general public to broaden movie consumption to films from different cultures.

Nov 14, 2019