Articles by Peg West
Remote learning stories: Stafford Smith ponders how online environment ushered in by pandemic will affect art, classes going forward
Stafford Smith has seen wider student engagement in chat discussions.
Apr 14, 2020
Remote learning stories: When truth and fiction collided, Kathleen Blumreich saw an apt opportunity
A novel about a pandemic has spurred discussion about the importance of human connection.
Apr 8, 2020
Remote learning stories: Scott Harman finds ways to help students hone acting skills virtually
Classes include perfecting monologues and online discussion groups about acting theory.
Apr 6, 2020
The importance of the Grand River and efforts to protect it will be the subject of virtual presentation
The presentation, "Past and Present Effects of Dredging the Grand River" is scheduled for 7 p.m. April 9.
Apr 6, 2020
GVSU expert shares what astronauts can tell us about enduring isolation (one hint: Plan movie nights)
Common diversions help astronauts deal with isolation in space and can help us, Deana Weibel says.
Apr 1, 2020
GVSU medical anthropologist joins others worldwide to offer insight on fear, stigma and the social science of a pandemic
Kristin Hedges and her colleagues are holding webinars for researchers and the general public.
Mar 31, 2020
Remote learning stories: Brittland DeKorver lectures, mentors and conducts labs virtually while uniting chemistry educators worldwide
DeKorver started a Facebook page to support online learning that has followers worldwide.
Mar 30, 2020
Grand Valley donates about 90,000 disposable gloves to regional medical system
The donation will help boost strained medical supplies due to the pandemic.
Mar 23, 2020
From triaging to quarantines, ethics underpin difficult public health choices during a pandemic, according to GVSU expert
Scarcity of medical resources can create numerous ethical dilemmas, Jeffrey Byrnes noted.
Mar 17, 2020
Repair Clinic offers wide range of support, one stitch at a time
Volunteers make repairs using their own sewing equipment and teach students how to knit. The repairs help take a pesky problem off busy students' to-do list, free of charge.
Mar 16, 2020
