Research
Decades-long GVSU tree swallow study continually benefits science, students
Michael Lombardo set up nesting boxes along the south side of the Allendale Campus to study the birds. The data collected is a rich source of information for ongoing analysis.
Aug 27, 2020
GVSU research: Restoration of Muskegon Lake increases home values by $7.9 million, additional recreation benefits total nearly $28 million annually
The study, led by Paul Isely, shows the significant economic benefit of the restoration, which has drawn people to the lake even more than originally projected.
Aug 10, 2020
GVSU, Muskegon County and EGLE celebrate 20 years of water quality testing on state beaches
Grand Valley researchers and students are celebrating 20 years of a partnership between the Annis Water Resources Institute (AWRI), Public Health Muskegon County (PHMC), and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) that monitors the safety of Muskegon-area beaches to protect public health.
Jul 31, 2020
Nonprofits secured 3.7% of all loans made under the Paycheck Protection Program, protecting 4.1 million jobs
Researchers at the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University have released research about the impact of the Paycheck Protection Program, or PPP, on the nonprofit sector, finding that the loans made to nonprofit organizations helped protect approximately 4.1 million jobs.
Jul 28, 2020
Slow and steady, with a head start: GVSU biology researchers, local zoo work to boost survival chances for vulnerable turtles
The collaboration, which also includes a West Michigan nature center, is an effort to boost the population of Eastern box turtles.
Jul 24, 2020
Taking sides during the pandemic. How beliefs affect the way we process information, react to discord
Michael Wolfe, professor of psychology, said his research shows much more goes into assessing an argument than the facts.
Jul 22, 2020
GVSU expert on rampant Arctic fires: 'fulfilling a prophecy'
Bob Hollister, professor of biology and leader of the university's Arctic Ecology Program, said the fires signal the impact scientists have warned about when it comes to Arctic warming.
Jul 20, 2020
English faculty member finding interest in 'Yooper Talk' strong as ever, gaining larger virtual audiences
Kathryn Remlinger, professor of English, is pleased with the opportunity to share with more people her research on the language, culture and history of the Upper Peninsula.
Jul 16, 2020
GVSU public health researchers conduct student wellness survey on impact of COVID-19
Grand Valley researchers are seeking to learn more about the impact of COVID-19 on student wellness, in hopes of offering enhanced resources throughout the university.
Jul 13, 2020
Faculty and staff sketches
University news briefs, along with faculty and staff members who have given presentations or written articles are detailed below. The campus community can self-submit a sketch online for future publication.
Jul 13, 2020
