The year 2015 marked the 40th anniversary of Grand Valley State University’s (GVSU) longest continuous international partnership: its relationship with the Cracow University of Economics (CUE) in Poland. Since 1975, hundreds of university students, faculty, and staff from each institution have engaged in collaborative study ventures, teaching, research, conferences and degree programs. As a result, many lives have been transformed through the advancement of scholarship and of careers, and through the development of a more intimate understanding of each other and of each others’ cultures. Importantly, this unique partnership and its ensuing activities have also brought about the formation of long-lasting friendships. 

If you would like to contribute reflections or photos from the partnership, please contact Alissa Lane at [email protected]