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GVSU students selected to design device for NASA

A group of Grand Valley students is reaching for the stars by working with NASA to build a device that can be used during future space missions.

Mar 14, 2017


Volunteers sought to test new software for musical fountain

A Grand Valley group is seeking volunteers to test a new software program that will allow users to choreograph the lighting, music, and water movements of the historic musical fountain in Grand Haven.

Feb 7, 2017


Students build solar devices for rural hospital in Africa

A group of engineering graduate students created devices that provide solar power when electricity fails at a rural hospital in Malawi. They recently made the 22-hour trip to southeastern Africa to deliver and install the devices.

Jan 18, 2017


Partnership will bring upgrades to Grand Haven Musical Fountain

Engineering students will complete their senior project by designing a new water feature.

Dec 19, 2016







Student-made solar module will provide power during ArtPrize

An 18-foot, solar energy-producing module will be on display by Eberhard Center during ArtPrize.

Sep 22, 2016