School of Social Work
Summer projects, GVSU style: See how faculty and student researchers made an impact
Summer was a prime time for research.
Sep 17, 2025
GVSU roots spark successful businesses for alumni couple
In a city known for its breweries, two alumni brought something new to Grand Rapids, an accessible wine and jazz bar that will soon celebrate its second anniversary.
Dec 19, 2022
DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health will help meet changing needs of health care industry
About 400 community members and donors attended a November 3 dedication ceremony for the Daniel and Pamella DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health.
Nov 3, 2021
Grand Rapids LLCs offer academic, social benefits to new, transfer students
When the new Living-Learning Communities open on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus, they will follow the successful model of the six LLCs in Allendale that offer students an immersive learning experience.
Apr 28, 2021
GVSU to open 'game-changing' immersive housing options in Grand Rapids
Four new housing options will open for first-year or transfer students at Grand Valley this fall, offering an immersive experience that puts them in the heart of Grand Rapids.
Mar 30, 2021
Faculty member replaces office hours with special virtual gathering to help stay connected with students
GVNext is showcasing stories on how faculty members such as Paola León optimize virtual learning.
Mar 2, 2021
GVSU ranks sixth nationally for number of students who study abroad
Grand Valley was ranked sixth nationally in its category for the number of students who studied abroad in 2018-2019, according to the Institute of International Education.
Jan 14, 2021
Standardized Patient Program goes virtual, provides students with telehealth experience
Grand Valley's Standardized Patient Program has launched a virtual component that allows students in the College of Health Professions, Kirkhof College of Nursing and School of Social Work to continue to gain clinical experience.
Apr 3, 2020
Social work professor initiates social justice book club
It was an innocent question from her 3-year-old son that prompted Paola Leon, associate professor of social work, to start a children's book club that focuses on social justice topics.
Dec 13, 2019
Family of longtime dean establishes scholarship
The family of longtime Grand Valley faculty member Rodney Mulder and his wife, Lucarol, has established a scholarship in their memory.
Oct 2, 2019
