Articles by Dottie Barnes
Michigan students lagging behind, educators say
President Thomas J. Haas led a panel discussion about K-12 education and how Michigan ranks near the bottom in the U.S. for student performance in reading and mathematics.
Feb 6, 2018
GVSU economist predicts local growth for 2018; shallow recession in 2019
Paul Isely, professor of economics and associate dean in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University, unveiled his annual benchmark survey of the regional economy and predictions for 2018 at an event January 17.
Jan 17, 2018
WGVU presents "I Have Made a Difference" Awards
A total of 13 people or organizations received an "I Have Made a Difference" award from WGVU Public Media, in recognition for their contributions in the community.
Jan 15, 2018
GVSU economist: 2017 ends with solid growth
Historically, the end of the year has sometimes been rough for the West Michigan economy, however, a Grand Valley State University economic expert said the local economy finished 2017 on solid footing.
Jan 5, 2018
President Haas shares thoughts on the future of Grand Valley
President Thomas J. Haas spoke with local business publication MiBiz about the university's growth in downtown Grand Rapids and the future of the university.
Jan 2, 2018
New teachers receive free classroom libraries through GVSU literacy program
Recent graduates from the College of Education who are teaching in underserved Michigan public school districts received enough free books to establish a classroom library. The free books were provided through the College of Education Michigan Literacy Project (MLP), which was established in 2014 by COE faculty members Sheryl Vlietstra and Megan Freudigmann. MLP provides classroom libraries to recent Grand Valley graduates all over the state who have been teaching three years or less in K-5 classrooms.
Dec 22, 2017
Grad students receive Dean's Citation Awards
The Graduate School recognized more than 40 graduate students with Dean's Citation Awards during a celebration December 8 on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Dec 20, 2017
Video: Grounds Dept. receives four-star accreditation
The Grounds Department in Facilities Services in Allendale and Pew Campus Operations recently received Four-Star recognition, the highest level possible, from the Professional Grounds Management Society (PGMS) Landscape Management and Operations Accreditation program. The rating recognizes excellence in several categories, including management practices, sustainability initiatives, and environmental awareness and stewardship.
Dec 14, 2017
Policy reminders for closings, cancellations
Grand Valley will close or cancel all or part of its operations in cases of emergency, utility disruptions or for weather-related reasons. Cancellation means classes will not be held and all staff members are to report to work at their regular time. Closure or closed means classes and campus events will not be held and only essential staff are to report to work.
Dec 11, 2017
GVSU economist: Local economy looks strong for 2018
Professor Brian Long said the West Michigan economy looks strong for the new year and 2018 could be one of the best years in a decade.
Dec 6, 2017
