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GVSU Expert: A Q&A on the future of research and innovation

Ryan Otter, vice provost for Research and Innovation, discusses how collaboration and scholarship can expand Grand Valley’s research impact beyond campus.

Sep 23, 2026


GVSU Expert: A Q&A on what disease outbreaks reveal about public health

Ronke Olawale, assistant professor in the School of Social Work, discusses what the cyclosporiasis and Ebola outbreaks reveal about disease prevention, health care access and the importance of understanding the social and environmental factors that shape public health.

Sep 21, 2026


GVSU Expert: A Q&A about having civil discussions during election season

Dan Cope was named the faculty fellow for the Center for Civil Discourse, bringing expertise in civic participation and elections.

Aug 31, 2026


GVSU Expert: Everything you need to know about move-in 2026, a Q&A with Colleen Bailey

GVSU’s Housing & Residence Life director offers tips on living center essentials, connecting with your roommate and how to prepare for move-in this summer.

Jul 13, 2026


GVSU survey: West Michigan economy posts strongest performance in years

Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business, said his monthly survey of the region’s purchasing managers showed considerable gains across several of his key indicators.

Jul 9, 2026


AWRI, Muskegon celebrate quarter-century of partnership, progress

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Robert B. Annis Water Resources Institute establishing its permanent home on the shores of Muskegon Lake.

Jul 6, 2026


GVSU Experts: A Q&A on the U.S.-Iran agreement and its global impact

GVSU faculty Polly Diven and Paul Isely share their insights on what the agreement means for consumers, businesses and U.S. foreign policy.

Jun 18, 2026


GVSU survey finds continued economic growth for West Michigan

The survey's respondents revealed that while the region's industrial economy remained positive, several suggested businesses are becoming more cautious about future growth.

Jun 11, 2026


GVSU Expert: A Q&A on what it means for the United States to host the World Cup

Tara Hefferan is a Senior Affiliate Professor at Grand Valley and an applied anthropologist. Among her specialties, Hefferan has an interest in the anthropology of sport, particularly soccer studies.

Jun 8, 2026


Continuing impact: GVSU-led study on deer population gaining wider interest for herd management strategies

The new inquiries come after a first round of recommendations for West Michigan officials.

Jun 3, 2026