News from Grand Valley State University

Articles by Michele Coffill

Provost candidate notes university progression comes with student success

John Omachonu, a candidate for provost, said progress at a university is not only measured by noting increases in retention and graduation rates.

Apr 20, 2017


Provost candidate said today's employers need liberal education graduates

A candidate for the provost position said Grand Valley's graduates are bringing the skills employers need because of their liberal arts education.

Apr 19, 2017


Provost surprised by announcement of scholarship

Provost Gayle R. Davis was surprised by her colleagues April 18 when they announced a scholarship fund in her name at the first of two retirement celebrations.

Apr 18, 2017


Provost candidate says Grand Valley formula works well

One of the candidates interviewing on campus for the position of provost said Grand Valley's formula for creating opportunities for student success is working well.

Apr 17, 2017


Meijer Campus hosts conference for high school seniors

The Meijer Campus in Holland hosted a two-day conference for Holland High School seniors, "Adulting 101."

Apr 17, 2017


Civic action plan detailed at showcase

Grand Valley celebrated civic engagement at a showcase April 13 at the DeVos Center by highlighting the collaborative work of 56 teams of students, faculty and staff and community members, and by detailing the university's civic action plan.

Apr 14, 2017


Civic action plan to be discussed at showcase

More than 55 teams, representing collaborations of students, faculty and staff members, and community members, will present their experiences and share stories during the Civic Engagement Showcase on April 13.

Apr 12, 2017


Hundreds of undergraduate researchers highlight annual event

Hundreds of students will present their research findings during the 21st annual Student Scholars Day on Wednesday, April 12.

Apr 10, 2017


Provost earns Lifetime Achievement Award from Women's Commission

Provost Gayle R. Davis received the Lifetime Achievement Award from Grand Valley's Women's Commission at the annual Celebrating Women Awards ceremony March 30.

Mar 31, 2017


Recommendations from climate survey action groups revealed

Recommendations related to results from the 2015 myGVSU Climate Survey were discussed at an open forum March 30 in the Kirkhof Center.

Mar 31, 2017