Articles by Peg West
Graduate, a Chicago educator, savoring surprise video call from Obama to thank him for his dedication to teaching
Daniel Michmerhuizen, '00, received the call in recognition of National Teacher Appreciation Week.
May 14, 2020
Mantella: Community partnerships crucial as GVSU focuses on sustaining learning experiences for students
Community members were invited to hear about Grand Valley's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 12, 2020
Grand Valley clarinet student places first in the nation at prestigious competition for musicians
Andrei Mazanko is the first Laker to win the national tier of the competition.
May 12, 2020
Regional Math and Science Center offering specialized K-12 resources for changed learning landscape
Activities, educational games and more help students with learning concepts as well as knowledge.
May 7, 2020
GVSU leaders pledge supported, flexible learning experience for admitted students during virtual town hall
More than 1,200 new Lakers and their supporters participated.
May 6, 2020
Somersaulting botanist: GVSU plant expert creates video mini-lectures mixed with acrobatics, pop culture and a folksy vibe
Tim Evans, professor of biology, wants the videos to help people appreciate the natural world.
May 4, 2020
Faculty artists use university 3D printers to help create face shields for health care workers
The face shields will be shipped to Holland Home and other regional medical facilities.
Apr 29, 2020
Newly hatched peregrine falcon chicks starting life at Eberhard Center
Three chicks hatched early on April 28 in the nesting box, with a fourth egg remaining.
Apr 28, 2020
Remote learning stories: Hannah Seidel finds a way through video for dance students to learn teaching
One student, Zoe Lionas, developed new ways to provide feedback, sometimes in the moment.
Apr 24, 2020
New Music Ensemble's newest album features pieces inspired by national parks
The album, "Dawn Chorus," is the fifth commercial recording for the nationally acclaimed group.
Apr 22, 2020
