History
MLK week opens with call from keynote speaker to continue 'watering seeds planted by King'
The daughter of a man whose life intersected with the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. opened Grand Valley's commemoration week events by saying the two men "planted the seeds we are still watering and nurturing today."
Jan 17, 2022
Slate of speakers will reflect on legacy of King during commemoration week events
To commemorate the life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Grand Valley will host four virtual or in-person presentations by speakers and a day of service.
Jan 11, 2022
Socializing through the ages: Great Lakes History Conference to explore how we communicate, from social media to pretzels
The hybrid conference is scheduled for October 22 and 23, with both in-person and online options.
Oct 19, 2021
Constitution expert: Political cartoons, newspapers paved the way for Constitution's ratification
Akhil Reed Amar, one of the nation's leading legal scholars on the Constitution, was the keynote speaker for the Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies' Constitution Day program.
Sep 16, 2021
Alumnus partners with GVSU Veterans History Project to share interviews, providing significant addition to collection
The collection of stories provides a wealth of information for a variety of users.
Jun 17, 2021
History faculty member named director of Kutsche Office of Local History
Nora Salas, associate professor of history, has been named director of Grand Valley's Kutsche Office of Local History.
Apr 6, 2021
GVSU expert: With U.S. facing unique stress point, history shows how America emerged stronger after dark times
The current crisis is likely another critical turning point for the country, said Paul Murphy, professor of history.
Jan 11, 2021
Now doctoral student, GVSU graduate will give presentation for Kutsche Office of Local History
GVSU graduate Dani Willcutt took a winding path to a doctoral degree program at Michigan State University that merges her two passions -- history and food.
Nov 3, 2020
Faculty member shows students in multi-year local history project the ripple effects of urban renewal
Matthew Daley, associate professor of history, is guiding students through a deep well of information that is conveniently nearby. Each new class adds different elements to the project.
Oct 20, 2020
Eyebrow smiles and social distance: Faculty members enjoy connecting with students, regardless of setting
Whether teaching courses in-person or remotely, Grand Valley faculty members said it felt good to connect with students and reported a smooth start to the semester.
Sep 4, 2020
