News from Grand Valley State University

Articles by Michele Coffill

Alumnus president of Palau will visit campus

As president of the Pacific island nation of Palau, Tommy Remengesau is leading a government that is in the center of U.S.-China relations, climate change and outside threats to an ocean economy.

Oct 20, 2017


Early assurance agreement signed with CMU College of Medicine

A new cooperative agreement will grant Grand Valley premedical students early assurance of admission to the Central Michigan University College of Medicine through the Early Assurance Program.

Oct 19, 2017


Apply, renew passports at fair

Students, faculty and staff members can apply for or renew a passport on campus Tuesday, October 24.

Oct 18, 2017


Challenge encourages ideas that would make lasting impact

Grand Valley community members with ideas to make lasting change in their communities are encouraged to enter the Laker Effect Challenge.

Oct 16, 2017


Art installation draws attention to violence against women

With direction from Mexican artist Elina Chauvet, the campus community is invited to join an art installation that denounces violence against women by placing a pair of red shoes with a message to honor a victim of violence or trafficking.

Oct 13, 2017


Annual Hispanic gala will honor Haas, others

Grand Valley President Thomas J. Haas will be among the honorees at the 13th annual César E. Chávez Hispanic Excellence Scholarship and Community Awards Gala.

Oct 12, 2017


GVSU earns federal grant to support degree completion for area veterans

Grand Valley received a $1.3 million, five-year federal grant to establish a TRIO Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) program, providing free academic support services to low-income veterans who want to complete degree programs.

Oct 11, 2017


Homecoming events offer something for everyone

Homecoming weekend, October 27-28, offers a full slate of activities for Laker fans.

Oct 10, 2017


Campus Links program earns national attention

Grand Valley was listed among the top 10 best colleges with programs for students who have Autism Spectrum Disorder by Online College Plan, a web resources company.

Oct 9, 2017


Grand Valley will host young tech wiz at event

A 13-year-old tech wiz will be the guest at a Grand Valley event on Friday, September 29, held in conjunction with the Big Data Ignite Conference in Grand Rapids.

Sep 28, 2017