Articles by Dottie Barnes
GVSU economist: Slow start to 2019
The West Michigan economy flattened in January, signaling a slow start to 2019, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.
Feb 6, 2019
Series of events planned for Black History Month
A discussion about the Grand Rapids riots, a musical tribute to Black Gospel, and the history of Black Islam are just a few of the events planned throughout the month of February to celebrate Black History Month at Grand Valley.
Feb 4, 2019
Student named a Newsmaker of the Year by business journal
Katarina Samardzija, a senior majoring in marketing and entrepreneurship, was named one of the Newsmakers of the Year by the Grand Rapids Business Journal.
Feb 1, 2019
GVSU staff working 24/7 to clear snow, maintain buildings
Grand Valley State University staff members have been working around the clock to remove snow and keep buildings warm after heavy snow and sub-zero temperatures led to the closing of campuses for five consecutive days.
Feb 1, 2019
GVSU economist predicts slower growth for 2019; shallow recession in late 2019, early 2020
Despite slower growth for the local economy in 2019, West Michigan business owners expect a profitable year with increased sales and hiring, according to Paul Isely, professor of economics.
Jan 31, 2019
Students learn about investigations from FBI special agents
About 180 Grand Valley students had the opportunity to interact with FBI agents during the 2019 FBI Collegiate Academy January 25.
Jan 25, 2019
'Level Up Lakers' theme set for Sibs and Kids weekend
Sibs and Kids Weekend - a Grand Valley tradition - invites young family members of students, faculty and staff to enjoy a weekend full of activities January 25-27.
Jan 23, 2019
Haas attends event to hear governor's vision for Michigan
President Thomas J. Haas attended a Breakfast Club event sponsored by the Detroit Free Press January 18 to hear Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's vision for Michigan's future.
Jan 18, 2019
Haynes named first recipient of Davis Leadership Award
Lisa Haynes, associate vice president of Facilities Services Grand Rapids and Regional Centers, is the first recipient of the Gayle R. Davis Excellence in Leadership Award.
Jan 16, 2019
All GVSU campuses will close at 4 p.m. because of inclement weather
All GVSU campuses will close at 4 p.m. January 15, 2019 because of inclement weather. All essential staff to report. The Mary Idema Pew Library will close at 7 p.m.
Jan 15, 2019
