Community Engagement
Solid growth expected for West Michigan economy, business leaders optimistic, says economics professor
Improving business confidence, along with strong employment growth and sales growth, are expected for the West Michigan economy in 2021, said Paul Isely, associate dean and professor of economics in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University.
Jan 14, 2021
White House correspondent to deliver keynote address at virtual MLK event
GVSU, GRCC and Davenport University have partnered to bring this event to the West Michigan community.
Jan 13, 2021
Design thinking classes partner with Founders to create new beer
In March, beer aficionados can sip a new brew crafted by Grand Valley students who, because of the pandemic, barely stepped foot inside a brewery.
Jan 12, 2021
Faculty researchers, health care leaders will discuss trends, impact of COVID-19 at virtual event
The 12th annual West Michigan Health Care Economic Forecast will begin virtually at 8 a.m. on January 8.
Jan 5, 2021
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
GVSU Art Gallery, Muskegon Museum of Art present joint exhibition of Native American contemporary art
"The Art of the People: Contemporary Anishinaabe Artists" will be shown in both locations.
Dec 14, 2020
Award-winning journalist will give virtual address during annual MLK commemoration event
GVSU has partnered with GRCC and Davenport University to bring Yamiche Alcindor's presentation to the West Michigan community.
Dec 9, 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
Sustainable Agriculture Project announces new partnership with local community development organization
Grand Valley's Sustainable Agriculture Project (SAP) has partnered with New City Neighbors to expand the educational farm.
Nov 17, 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
