Articles by Peg West

Laker Life

'Mom, we're graduating together!' Mother and daughter relish earning degrees at same time

Eva VanWyck and Corinn VanWyck will be able to watch each other cross the Commencement stage.

Apr 26, 2023

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Visual and Media Arts

'Absurd comedy' to premiere as next Summer Film Project release

The screening will be April 27 at Celebration Cinema North.

Apr 24, 2023

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Community Engagement

Autism Education Center continues work focusing on inclusion, best classroom experiences

Inclusion is also the emphasis on the center's upcoming annual conference.

Apr 18, 2023

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GV NextEd Co-Lab

GVSU K-12 tutoring program has helped thousands, continues to grow

The program also offers valuable experiential learning opportunities for tutors.

Apr 13, 2023

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Academics & Research

Psychology expert: Anticipated negative emotions around COVID-19 infection powerful, affect preventive behavior

Amanda Dillard, professor of psychology, conducted the research.

Apr 11, 2023

Community Engagement

GVSU-made film tells stories from Michigan about climate change and resilience

The film, "Climate Sisu" will be premiere April 6.

Mar 29, 2023

Four people smile while posed in front of boards that have titles of "Upsides," "the "Science" and "Local Effects.

Academics & Research

Public health stories: GVSU experts, students team with Grand Rapids Public Museum to showcase groundbreaking work

"GR Stories - Public Health History in Grand Rapids" will be held March 29.

Mar 23, 2023

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

CLAS launching program to ensure every student engages in multiple high-impact educational experiences

The CLAS Voyage is set to begin in Fall 2025.

Mar 15, 2023

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Regional Math and Science Center

GVSU to host Michigan Science Olympiad regional competition

Students from school districts in three West Michigan counties will compete March 18.

Mar 13, 2023

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Writing

Poem by professor emerita is going to the moon

The poem by Patricia Clark is part of an effort to archive creative work on the moon.

Mar 7, 2023

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