Project Day
Darcy W and Jeremy C presented a project regarding the importance of PPE in the workplace.
Apr 18, 2025
Welcome to Occupational Safety and Health Management at GVSU!
The fully ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health Management (OSHM) degree at Grand Valley is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills for entry-level positions in safety management, industrial hygiene, and environmental protection, while concurrently laying the groundwork for professional certification. The demand for proficient, fully-qualified safety professionals is on the rise in Michigan and across the nation.
WHY STUDY OSHM AT GVSU?
Accredited program
Teaching-oriented approach
Professional certification upon graduation
Hands-on Learning
Paid internships
Nearly 100% job placement
“Shortly after I realized a career in engineering wasn't for me, I found myself in Professor Huizen's office hearing about the program and the different career opportunities within the OSH degree. I thought he was full of it initially, but he was spot on. The courses prepared me to excel right out of the gate in my internship at a meat manufacturing facility in South Holland, Illinois.”
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Sam Miglieri '19
Mission
To prepare exceptional professionals who will impact the safety and health of today and tomorrow's workforce.
Vision
To create a learning environment that fosters critical thinking, ethical behavior, and encourages life long learning.
Core Values
- Professional and ethical behavior
- Respect and appreciation of differences
- Life long learning
- Social responsibility
News
Internship Informational Meeting
A brief meeting will be held that is required for OSH 490 students to attend in EC617.
Feb 20, 2025
Senior / Alumni Spotlights
Hannah Heise '17
"The OSH program at GVSU helped me grow in those areas gave me the best start to my career that I could ask for. My biggest piece of advice to college students and new graduates is simple: Ask a million questions. There is no such thing as too many!"