Articles by Michele Coffill
Oliver Wilson Scholars set up for success after completing summer program
Nearly 60 incoming students have already completed their first six weeks of college by participating as Oliver Wilson Scholars, a program designed to support diverse students and set them up for success.
Aug 20, 2021
GVSU earns national recognition for two programs with outreach to HBCU/HSIs
Two Grand Valley programs focused on helping underrepresented students advance in STEM disciplines and careers received national recognition.
Aug 16, 2021
Gift from longtime supporters expands work of civil discourse program into center
A gift from two longtime Grand Valley supporters has created the Padnos/Sarosik Center for Civil Discourse and ensured students will continue learning how to engage in civil discussions on controversial issues.
Aug 12, 2021
Mantella names four faculty members as Presidential Fellows
President Philomena V. Mantella named four faculty members as new Presidential Fellows to engage with university leadership on various initiatives.
Aug 9, 2021
GVSU names new vice president for University Development
Laura Aikens has been named Grand Valley's vice president for University Development and executive director of the Grand Valley University Foundation.
Aug 9, 2021
Facing teacher shortage, TRIO program focuses on recruiting, preparing future educators
As the nation faces a teacher shortage, the program focuses on recruiting and preparing students who would be future educators.
Jul 30, 2021
Johnson named head coach for Laker volleyball
Johnson replaces longtime Laker head coach Deanne Scanlon, who retired as the program's winningest coach.
Jul 27, 2021
Faculty and staff sketches
Among the accolades are a student organization that earned 'Best in Show,' and faculty member recognized for service to a professional association.
Jul 26, 2021
Library Scholars say summer research projects enhance their own skills, help peers discover resources
Library Scholars earn a stipend to work for 12 weeks with a library faculty mentor on a research project.
Jul 23, 2021
Campus community members named to search committee for next provost
A campus committee has been established to guide the search for a provost, supported by consultants from Storbeck Search.
Jul 19, 2021
