Articles by Dottie Barnes
Soman named dean of College of Education
Provost Maria Cimitile has named Sherril Soman dean of the College of Education. Soman had been serving as interim dean since July 2018.
Sep 18, 2019
Sim Center conducts assailant training exercise
A group of Grand Valley nursing, health sciences and athletic training students, practiced emergency procedures as a part of Healthcare Simulation Week, a national campaign taking place through September 20.
Sep 18, 2019
Lawmaker honors GVPD for 50th anniversary
State Rep. Luke Meerman, R-Polkton Township, honored members of the Grand Valley Police Department as GVPD celebrates 50 years on campus.
Sep 16, 2019
GVSU study: Kent Co. parks generate $33 million in economic activity
An economic impact study of the regional park system in Kent County, conducted by Grand Valley faculty members, shows about 1.4 million people visited one of the county's 42 parks, greenspaces or regional trails in 2018.
Sep 13, 2019
President Mantella says universities need to evolve to meet needs
During a presentation about the future of education, President Philomena V. Mantella said it is critical to create ways to offer education options that are accessible and support learning at all stages of life.
Sep 12, 2019
GVSU named a top public university by U.S. News
Grand Valley State University has been named a top public school among national universities by U.S. News and World Report.
Sep 9, 2019
GVSU economist: Marginal growth returns in West Michigan
After last month's dip, the pace of the West Michigan industrial economy returned to a very modest growth rate, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.
Sep 6, 2019
President Mantella to be a featured guest on Michigan Matters
President Philomena V. Mantella will be a featured guest on the Detroit television program Michigan Matters, hosted by Carol Cain.
Sep 6, 2019
GVSU ranked a 'Best Bang for the Buck' and 'Best for Student Voting'
Washington Monthly ranked Grand Valley State University a "Best Bang for the Buck" in the Midwest category for its 2019 College Guide Magazine.
Aug 27, 2019
GVSU named a 2019 top college by Forbes
Grand Valley has been named one of America's Top Colleges by Forbes for the second straight year.
Aug 19, 2019