Articles by Michele Coffill

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

student standing in front of sign at African university

Commencement

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

Office of the President

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

President Mantella in front of crowded room with microphone, hands of audience members in the air.

Cell and Molecular Biology

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

Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies

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

Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies

Second coat drive underway

Organizers are seeking new or gently used winter coats to give to students in need.

Nov 27, 2019

Women's Center

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