Padnos International Center
Study abroad students bond over stories, experiences
Returning to the U.S. after studying abroad or coming to campus as a new international student can be difficult. In order to ease the transition for these students, the Padnos International Center hosted its first Study Abroad Story Slam on September 13 at the DeVos Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Sep 18, 2018
Women's tennis team has international flair
While the Laker tennis program is no stranger to hosting student-athletes from different countries, the womenýs team experienced a first this year with a freshman class composed entirely of international students.
Sep 11, 2018
Students, faculty spread Laker Effect in Haiti through service projects
Eleven students from various majors traveled to Haiti this summer on a service-learning trip. During the study abroad expedition, the students distributed 150 water filter systems, led art workshops, taught motor skills activities, and explored the rich history and culture of Haiti.
Jul 18, 2018
New art exhibits feature global travels, the art of preservation, and idealizing common objects
Grand Valley State University's permanent art collection currently consist of more than 16,000 works by various artists from around the world who have explored numerous mediums through varying inspirations. Rounding out the summer months and transitioning into the fall semester, Grand Valley's Art Gallery will offer four free exhibitions displayed in its multiple galleries on both the Allendale and Pew Grand Rapids campuses.
Jul 10, 2018
Engineering student who is grandmother will study in Switzerland
Starting another degree three decades after being in a college classroom would be difficult for anyone.
May 18, 2018
PIC announces scholarship recipients
Eight students received scholarships to help fund their study abroad experiences.
May 8, 2018
Seven students earn passport scholarships
Seven students earned scholarships to purchase passports, the first step to a study abroad experience.
Mar 27, 2018
Grand Valley a top producer of student, faculty Fulbrights
Grand Valley is the top producer of both students and faculty members earning Fulbright U.S. Student and Fulbright U.S. Scholar awards in the region, according to the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
Feb 21, 2018
New students soon offered scholarships to study abroad
Grand Valleywill soon begin offering scholarships to 100 incoming students to help fund their study abroad experiences.
Feb 13, 2018
Economist article highlights work of alumnus
An article in the December 14 Economist highlighted the work of Erion Veliaj, Grand Valley alumnus and mayor of Tirana, Albania.
Dec 21, 2017
