Articles by Michele Coffill
GVSU, nonprofits launch initiative to aid homeless youth
Grand Valley teamed with area nonprofits to officially launch a health initiative December 12 in an effort to interrupt the cycle of youth homelessness.
Dec 12, 2019
Member of Central Park Five, documentarian will give keynotes during MLK week
A member of the exonerated Central Park Five and a faculty member who directed and produced a documentary about the Flint water crisis will be keynote speakers during a week of events on campus that commemorate the life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Dec 10, 2019
Honors College faculty member, former dean to retire
Longtime professor and former dean Jane Toot will retire from Grand Valley in December after nearly three decades of service.
Dec 10, 2019
GVSU ranks seventh nationally for study abroad
During the previous reporting year, Grand Valley was ranked No. 11 among master's degree-granting institutions. Mark Schaub, interim dean of Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies, credited the increase in participation to faculty members who lead programs.
Dec 9, 2019
1,200 students participate in commencement
More than 1,200 students participated in the fall commencement ceremony, December 7 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids.
Dec 9, 2019
Mantella presents feedback from fall semester Grand Huddles
President Philomena V. Mantella presented feedback from the Grand Huddle series December 4 in the Kirkhof Center before an audience of about 200 participants.
Dec 4, 2019
Beckman scholar's research could aid threatened species of lizards
Isabel Thompson has a curiosity about science that keeps her hand in the air during class discussions.
Dec 2, 2019
Kelly Lowenstein named new civil discourse professor
The new faculty member to be named as Padnos/Sarosik Professor of Civil Discourse will bring his knowledge of global journalism and the impact of "fake news" to the position.
Dec 2, 2019
Second coat drive underway
Organizers are seeking new or gently used winter coats to give to students in need.
Nov 27, 2019
Foster program sees success
Since it was established in 2017, Fostering Laker Success has continued to help students who have experienced foster care adjust to college life and beyond.
Nov 27, 2019
