News from Grand Valley State University

Articles by Michele Coffill

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


Health Forum series begins with focus on health care jobs

The monthly Health Forum of West Michigan series begins its new year with a panel discussion that focuses on the supply and demand of health care jobs, and how higher education institutions are working to meet the needs of industry employers and employees.

Sep 28, 2017


GVU Foundation elects new members

The Grand Valley University Foundation elected new directors and advisory cabinet members at its annual meeting September 26.

Sep 27, 2017


Wellness Summit, Walk with President planned in October

The first Wellness Summit on campus will be held on Wednesday, October 4, from 2-8 p.m. in the Kirkhof Center, second floor.

Sep 27, 2017