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Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies

Honors College’s Daniel Williams to highlight leadership lessons at lecture series

Williams, one of Grand Rapids’ most influential young leaders, will his share insights during the Frederik Meijer Lecture Series and Wheelhouse Talks.

Nov 4, 2025


Former U.S. NATO ambassadors to headline Hauenstein Center summit

Led by moderator Hank Meijer, the bipartisan panel will explore NATO’s position on the world stage as it deals with the complex international issues shaping its future.

Oct 23, 2025


Hauenstein Center hosts Constitution Day event on presidency, rulemaking

The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies presents its annual Constitution Day Celebration, welcoming law professor Ilan Wurman to discuss the process of rulemaking at the federal level.

Sep 12, 2025


Remembering WWII: Hauenstein Center joins community in 80th anniversary events

The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies joins academic and civic institutions across Grand Rapids to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, beginning on Labor Day.

Aug 28, 2025


CLA graduates find purpose in leadership, embark on new journeys

Since 2004, the Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy has nurtured and developed attributes centered around leadership, public service and personal growth in its student fellows.

Apr 25, 2025


Hauenstein Center event explores history of presidential accountability

The Hauenstein Center's Scholar-in-Residence, Nicole Hemmer, said the 1970s were the high-water mark for presidential oversight.

Feb 18, 2025


Keynote speakers will link King's legacy to current events during MLK Commemoration Week

LaTosha Brown, Dar Mayweather and Joe Jones will give keynote presentations throughout the week of January 20.

Jan 14, 2025


Voice actor visiting Grand Valley for lecture series

With a career stretching for more than 30 years, Dee Bradley Baker is a renowned voice actor whose work is recognizable across genres.

Nov 4, 2024


Hauenstein Center's October events focused on election issues

The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies' programming in October features several events discussing key issues for the upcoming election.

Oct 7, 2024


StoryCorps collaborates with Talking Together to present October event

The event will highlight moderated conversations between strangers who have different political views.

Sep 26, 2024