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Educational Equity

Team led by GVSU expert creates website to honor West Michigan Holocaust survivors

Rob Franciosi, professor of English, has worked with a team that includes GVSU students and a graduate.

Jun 30, 2022


Mantella, other leaders tackle systemic issues at Black Boys and Men Symposium

K-12 and higher education leaders addressed the challenges of the systems that impact Black men and boys and the need to create conditions for their success at a symposium sponsored by the Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach.

Jun 10, 2022



Mantella, Truss meet virtually with Secretary of Education on teacher workforce

President Philomena V. Mantella and Vice President for Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach B. Donta Truss joined U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona for a virtual roundtable to discuss developing and diversifying the next generation of teachers.

May 10, 2022


Latino high school students find community and connections on campus

More than 1,000 high school students found their community at Grand Valley May 6 during a Latino youth conference.

May 6, 2022


Acclaimed poet, cultural critic Hanif Abdurraqib shares work and thoughts with GVSU Arts Celebration audience

The event included a conversation with Louis Moore, professor of history.

Apr 6, 2022


Athletic leaders reflect on 50th anniversary of Title IX

Fifty years after the passage of Title IX, women's athletics has made tremendous gains, and as Women's History Month draws to a close, Grand Valley's past and current athletic leaders reflect on the achievements made and the advancements yet to come.

Mar 29, 2022


GVSU to host upcoming LGBTQ-centered events

GVSU, in partnership with the Milton E. Ford LGBT Resource Center and student organizations, will be hosting multiple events celebrating LGBTQ visibility.

Mar 23, 2022


GVSU, Morris Brown College sign memo to begin pathway for students to enroll in GVSU master's degree programs

Leaders at Grand Valley and Morris Brown College signed a memo of understanding March 15 that serves as the start of an articulation agreement, providing Morris Brown graduates with a pathway to enroll in Grand Valley master's degree programs.

Mar 18, 2022


GVSU to host special presentation of theater production 'Anne and Emmett'

The production will be held March 24 at the Loosemore Auditorium in DeVos Center.

Mar 17, 2022