Articles by Michele Coffill
Newly formed collaborative builds on distinct strengths of three centers
Hauenstein Center, Kaufman Interfaith Institute, Padnos/Sarosik Civil Discourse Center move under Institutional Advancement
Nov 12, 2026
From Alabama to Michigan: Two programs help new teacher thrive in classroom
Charles Ball '26 said the HBCU/HSI Consortium and West Michigan Teacher Collaborative supported his journey.
Oct 26, 2026
Tech Week Grand Rapids: College of Engineering launches Blue Spark, connects with entrepreneurs
Area industry leaders learned how engineering faculty and students can partner with entrepreneurs to solve problems together.
Sep 16, 2026
GE Aerospace Foundation, GVSU partner to launch Next Engineers Grand Rapids
Grant funds will support programs for 4,000 K-12 students in Grand Rapids.
Sep 14, 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
Retiring professor leaves lasting wake with Wooden Shoe Regatta
Engineering professor Shirley Fleischmann brought the tradition to GVSU in 1990.
Aug 5, 2026
GVSU engineering students featured in Cast in Steel series
The series follows college teams competing to build interpretations of historic weapons and tools.
Jul 16, 2026
Collaborative innovation engineers a solution for transforming healthcare education
Students are building a locking cabinet similar to those used in hospitals.
Jun 16, 2026
GVSU will present award to pillar of the Battle Creek community
Joseph Stewart, former GVSU Board of Trustees member, will receive the award during the Black Boys and Men National Symposium.
Jun 4, 2026
Memorial service planned for Williams at DeVos Center
During his tenure, Williams created the foundation for the Office of Multicultural Affairs.
May 13, 2026
