Articles by Michele Coffill
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
Speakers at the Black Boys and Men National Symposium will inspire participants with action steps for change
The fifth annual symposium is June 10-12 in Battle Creek.
Apr 23, 2026
Stewards of a university: Four presidents reflect on six decades of Grand Valley
They shared stories, challenges and a shared vision for the future of GVSU.
Apr 15, 2026
Don Williams Sr.: Architect of multicultural programs dies at 89
A memorial service for Williams will be held on the City Campus on May 16.
Apr 9, 2026
Lancaster named provost at Ferris State
The associate vice president for Academic Affairs will begin his new position June 1.
Apr 7, 2026
Engineering faculty member recognized as one of Michigan’s Distinguished Professors of the Year
The Michigan Association of State Universities awarded Sanjivan Manoharan and two others with the honor.
Apr 7, 2026
GVSU, Mary Free Bed celebrate partnership that addresses nursing shortage, offers tuition assistance
KCON students interested in the program will receive tuition incentives of up to $5,000 per semester for four semesters.
Apr 2, 2026
NAACP president: 'Do well for yourself, do good for your neighbors'
Derrick Johnson gave a rescheduled MLK keynote presentation in the Kirkhof Center.
Mar 18, 2026
