Articles by Michele Coffill
Volunteers needed for Student Scholars Day
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship is looking for volunteers for the 21st annual Student Scholars Day on April 12.
Mar 7, 2017
Research delves into leadership advancement for women of color
Women of color who are in leadership positions in West Michigan do more work than their titles indicate, and reported feeling like an outsider in their workplaces or volunteer groups.
Mar 6, 2017
Students earn scholarships for passports
It's among the first steps to studying abroad: getting a passport. Five students received scholarships to apply for a passport through a campus collaboration.
Mar 3, 2017
Gilman Scholarship recipient connects to Polish heritage
Jennifer Polasek was able to connect to her family heritage while spending the fall semester studying abroad in Poland.
Mar 1, 2017
Civic Engagement Showcase seeks presenters
Proposals are being sought for the Civic Engagement Showcase, which will recognize the work of students, faculty and staff members who have collaborated with community partners for a project.
Feb 28, 2017
Health Forum event will detail Zika virus
Panelists will discuss the Zika virus and its impact locally and globally during a Health Forum of West Michigan event.
Feb 27, 2017
Former president announces fund to honor son's memory
Andy was well-remembered as senior class president at East Grand Rapids High School. His friends expressed condolences and told the Lubberses how nice Andy was to them, especially when they felt insecure. Andy killed himself at age 43 after battling depression and mental illness for decades.
Feb 21, 2017
Kindschi fellowship will give students unique research opportunities
The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship is seeking applications from students for a new research fellowship.
Feb 17, 2017
Vanden Wyngaard receives Trailblazer award
Julianne Vanden Wyngaard, pianist and university carillonneur, received the Doris Rucks Trailblazer Award from Positive Black Women at the organization's annual Valentine's Day luncheon in the Kirkhof Center.
Feb 17, 2017
Search for provost will continue
More candidates for Grand Valley's provost will be selected and brought to campus for interviews, search committee co-chairs Teri Losey and Jon Jellema announced February 14.
Feb 14, 2017