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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


Carmody: Any proposed Title IX changes would be years away from implementation

Kevin Carmody, director of the Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX coordinator, said proposed U.S. Department of Education changes to Title IX regulations may bring more flexibility for institutions but any implementation will be years away.

Aug 16, 2022


Mili announces appointments to Provost Office staff, new KCON acting dean

Fatma Mili, provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs, announced appointments within the Office of the Provost and a new acting dean for the Kirkhof College of Nursing.

Aug 10, 2022


GVSU names facility for Shape Corp. to celebrate longtime commitment to engineering students

Grand Valley celebrated Shape Corp.'s lead gift and its longstanding commitment to engineering students by naming its Innovation Design Center for the tier-one automotive supplier.

Aug 9, 2022


First Orientation Extravaganza attracts more than 200 people

More than 200 people attended the first Orientation Extravaganza August 6, providing new students with a fun setting to learn more about the campus resources that will be available to them.

Aug 9, 2022


West Michigan economy flattens, but is this a recession?

Seidman College of Business economist says indicators point toward recession

Aug 8, 2022


Q&A: Al Steinman reflects on his two decades as director of Annis Water Resources Institute

After 21 years at the Robert B. Annis Water Resources Institute, Al Steinman officially steps down from his role as the Allan and Helen Hunting Director on Aug. 5.

Aug 4, 2022


Lakeshore Innovator of the Year honor goes to Goodwill's business development director

For years, Nick Carlson wasn't sure on how to solve Goodwill's plastic waste dilemma. But, a partnership with a recycling company in Pennsylvania helped find a solution and earned Carlson the 2022 Lakeshore Innovator of the Year presented by the Muskegon Innovation Hub.

Jul 29, 2022