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Purchasing managers survey continues to show slowdown

August report provides mixed bag of slowing orders, but strong hiring trends

Sep 6, 2022


New director of Student Health Services brings holistic view, systems approach to role

It was not how Edward Jones II, the new director of Student Health Services in the Division of Student Affairs, wanted to introduce himself to colleagues on campus. But the work comes with being a public health official.

Sep 6, 2022


U.S. Education official tours GVSU, visits with students

Department of Education Under Secretary James Kvaal visited with President Philomena V. Mantella, members of the Senior Leadership Team and students on his tour of Grand Valley and the DeVos Center of Interprofessional Health.

Aug 30, 2022


Agreement between GVSU, Savannah State University provides pathways to master's degrees for SSU students

This marks the fourth agreement Grand Valley has signed with a Historically Black College or University.

Aug 30, 2022


AWRI hosts U.S. Senator Gary Peters on tour of Muskegon Lake

U.S. Senator Gary Peters, one of the members of the Senate Great Lakes Task Force, toured Muskegon Lake aboard AWRI's research vessel, the W.G. Jackson, to understand the research and remediation efforts underway.

Aug 29, 2022


GVSU ranked among top Michigan employers by Forbes

The ranking is part of "America's Best Employers by State."

Aug 25, 2022


Mantella encourages faculty, staff to share beauty and joy of Laker family

Speaking before the attendees at the Faculty/Staff Picnic, Mantella said she hoped over the upcoming year they shared and connected with students, illustrating what makes Grand Valley special.

Aug 23, 2022


AWRI-operated drones to clean up plastic on beaches, waterways

A $1 million donation by Meijer helped fund the purchase of two drones, which will be operated and housed at the Annis Water Resources Institute and help clean West Michigan beaches and waterways from plastic and litter.

Aug 23, 2022


Grand Valley comes to life with return of students; classes begin Aug. 29

Grand Valley's campus buzzed with activity as students returned to campus for the start of the 2022-23 academic year.

Aug 22, 2022


Professional development series aligns with Strategic Enrollment Management Plan

A series of professional development events will help faculty and staff members strengthen Grand Valley student readiness and success outcomes.

Aug 18, 2022