News from Grand Valley State University

Articles by Michele Coffill

Teaching Lodge on campus provides space for Native students

Students, faculty and alumni worked collaboratively with community members to build a traditional Native teaching lodge on Grand Valley's campus, the first lodge built on public university land in Michigan.

Aug 8, 2022



Students in environmental studies class immerse themselves on Beaver Island during field school

Ten Grand Valley students had what a faculty member called 'a study abroad experience in the middle of Lake Michigan.'

Jul 19, 2022


Students study, learn in Italy as first group of Secchia Scholars

Eight students are studying or completing an internship in Italy as the inaugural group of Secchia Scholars.

Jul 13, 2022


GVSU engineering students now have pathway to master's degree in architecture from KCAD

GVSU interdisciplinary engineering students interested in pursuing a master's degree in architecture from KCAD can do so in an accelerated timeline.

Jun 20, 2022


GVSU earns federal grant to establish TRIO program in Detroit

The five-year, $1.4 million federal grant will establish a TRIO program in Detroit designed to create a successful college-going culture for high school students who would be the first in their families to attend college.

Jun 13, 2022


Mantella, other leaders tackle systemic issues at Black Boys and Men Symposium

K-12 and higher education leaders addressed the challenges of the systems that impact Black men and boys and the need to create conditions for their success at a symposium sponsored by the Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach.

Jun 10, 2022


Drop in business confidence as leaders worry about recession: GVSU economics expert

Brian Long said for the first time in eight years, survey respondents reacted negatively to long-term business outlooks.

Jun 6, 2022


Muskegon eighth graders surprised with GVSU announcement of guaranteed admission

Eighth graders at Timberland Charter Academy in Muskegon were surprised during their promotion ceremony with an announcement of guaranteed admission to GVSU if they meet certain criteria.

Jun 3, 2022


More than 250 expected at first Black Boys and Men Symposium

More than 250 people are expected to participate in the Black Boys and Men Symposium, hosted by Grand Valley's Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach.

Jun 2, 2022