School of Social Work
Biology grad student wins thesis competition
Sarah Lamar, who is earning a master's degree in biology, won first place with her research, "Biological Invasions on a Large Scale: Investigating the Spread of Baby's Breath (Gypsophila paniculata) Across North America." Lamar won $500 and will represent Grand Valley at the Midwest Association of Graduate Schools 3MT® competition in St. Louis, Missouri, March 22.
Feb 22, 2019
Alumna gives birth to 14th son
Kateri and Jay Schwandt of Rockford are receiving national attention after the birth of their 14th son on April 18. Kateri is a 2004 graduate of Grand Valley, earning a master's degree in social work.
Apr 20, 2018
Commencement in Traverse City set for Tuesday
Two Traverse City residents will continue making a difference in their communities after they earn degrees from Grand Valley's Traverse City Regional Center.
Apr 28, 2017
Grand Valley mourns death of retired faculty member
The Grand Valley community is mourning the death of David Gabrielse, who died February 7 at age 69.
Feb 19, 2015
Exhibit to focus on 'Hope Amidst the Rubble'
"Haiti's Children: Hope Amidst the Rubble," was created by Steven L. Smith, associate professor in the Grand Valley School of Social Work, who spent his 2012 sabbatical time working in Haiti.
Oct 29, 2013