News from Grand Valley State University

Articles by Dottie Barnes

Teaching, learning with technology event set for May 1

More than two dozen presentations highlighting the use of technology in the classroom will be offered during the 18th annual Teaching and Learning with Technology Symposium on May 1.

Apr 25, 2019


Graduate students share scholarly research

From invasive species in Michigan to mentoring girls in engineering, the 9th annual Graduate Showcase featured scholarly research from 30 graduate students.

Apr 24, 2019


President Haas, Marcia Haas honored by students during Haasta La Vista

About 1,500 students packed the Fieldhouse Arena April 19 to honor President Thomas J. Haas and his wife, Marcia Haas, for their 13 years of service to the university.

Apr 23, 2019


Students receive 'waves of good wishes' during final exams

About 1,000 "waves of wishes" are displayed on the library windows, wishing students good luck during finals week.

Apr 22, 2019


City of Walker declares April 22 as Thomas J. Haas Day

Walker city leaders are declaring April 22, 2019 as Thomas J. Haas Day; a formal ceremony will take place during the April 22 Walker City Commission meeting beginning at 7 p.m. at 4243 Remembrance Road NW in Walker.

Apr 19, 2019


Laker Line construction causing delays near Meijer

The Route 50 eastbound bus stop at Lake Michigan Drive and Ferndale Avenue near Meijer will be temporarily closed for Laker Line construction. Route 50 will service a temporary stop at Meijer, just east of the current one. The westbound bus stop is not affected.

Apr 19, 2019


DTE president says learn 'soft skills' of business early

Gerry Anderson, president and CEO of DTE Energy, stressed the importance of soft skills during a presentation as part of the Peter F. Secchia Breakfast lecture April 17 in the Eberhard Center.

Apr 17, 2019


Lynn "Chick" Blue honored for career dedicated to students, university

Lynn "Chick" Blue, '86, vice president for Enrollment Development, was honored for a legacy of mentoring students and her support for the university.

Apr 9, 2019


Lierman stands tall on soccer field, basketball court

Senior Tara Lierman, a two-time all American athlete, finished her dominant soccer career at Grand Valley with an impressive list of accomplishments. 

Apr 5, 2019


GVSU economist: Slow growth continues, optimism retreats

West Michigan's recovery from the Great Recession began 10 years ago this month and it continues at the same slow pace since 2009, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.

Apr 4, 2019