News from Grand Valley State University

Articles by Michele Coffill

Faculty, staff discuss mission and values during Reach Higher 2025 huddles

President Philomena V. Mantella listened and engaged with faculty and staff members December 3 during two virtual huddles continuing the process of formalizing Grand Valley's strategic plan through 2025.

Dec 3, 2020


Health Forum panelists will discuss health disparities of COVID-19

Continuing the theme of delving into issues surrounding COVID-19, the upcoming Health Forum of West Michigan event will center on health disparities.

Dec 1, 2020


Faculty and staff sketches

Faculty and staff members who have given virtual presentations or had their research published are detailed below.

Nov 30, 2020


Support GVSU students by participating in Giving Tuesday

More than 500 people supported Grand Valley students during Giving Tuesday in 2019.

Nov 24, 2020


GVSU one of 12 to receive high rating on diversity, inclusion evaluation

The rating comes from a certification program designed by Cooplew and Diverse: Issues In Higher Education.

Nov 23, 2020


Students enrolled in accelerated degree program want bachelor's degree for job security

In this most unusual of academic years, more than 150 adult students have committed to pursuing a bachelor's degree through Grand Valley's new accelerated, online program.

Nov 20, 2020


Members of GVSU Black sorority begin campaign for endowed scholarship

Members of a historically Black sorority are raising money to support students while ensuring their own legacy on campus.

Nov 18, 2020


Service milestones: three people recognized for 45, 50 years at GVSU

During the university's 60th anniversary, three people are recognized for 45 or 50 years of service: Gregg Dimkoff, professor of finance; Roger Ellis, professor of theater; and Robert Beasecker, curator of rare books and distinguished collections for University Libraries.

Nov 17, 2020


KCON, MomsBloom partner on pilot program to give students experiential learning opportunities

Through a partnership with a nonprofit organization, Kirkhof College of Nursing students are gaining experience caring for newborns as well as mothers and families.

Nov 16, 2020


Referral program for prospective students uses 'word of mouth' advertising

"Be a Laker, Bring a Laker" gives current students, faculty and staff members and alumni the tools they need to recruit students to Grand Valley.

Nov 10, 2020