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Robach attends the National Conference of the World Affairs Council as a Student Scholar

Robach attends the National Conference of the World Affairs Council as a Student Scholar

Olivia Robach (PLS and IR double major) earned a scholarship to join student scholars from around the US to attend the annual conference of the World Affairs Council in Washington, DC in November 2025.

Dec 3, 2025

Kilburn Publishes New Book

Kilburn Publishes New Book

This spring, Dr. Whitt Kilburn, Associate Professor of Political Science at Grand Valley State University, published Introduction to Political Analysis in R through Chapman and Hall/CRC.

Sep 12, 2025

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Events

Alumni Webinar: Craft a Winning Resume with Abby Priebe

March 17, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Resume questions are one of the number one reasons Lakers reach out for career support. In the age of AI and ATS, how can you make your resume stand out? In this interactive workshop, we'll...

GVSU Night- Washington Wizards vs. Detroit Pistons

March 17, 2026 7:00 PM

Join the D.C. Alumni Network to watch the Washington Wizards take on the Detroit Pistons! Enjoy a fun evening out and catch up with fellow Grand Valley alumni in the D.C. area. Tickets are $24 per...

Elect Her (INT 100 approved)

March 19, 2026 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Running Start, the non-profit organization that runs the Elect Her program, brings campaign training and real-world experiences from currently-elected officials to college campuses across the U.S....

See Jane Run: How Women Politicians Matter for Young People

March 19, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Women elected to public office not only shape policy but also influence young people’s ideas about leadership and democracy. Join us for an engaging conversation with political scientist Christina...

Mental Health Is a Business Strategy: Building Sustainable Success From the Inside Out

March 20, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Mental Health Is a Business Strategy: Building Sustainable Success From the Inside Out Building a business is exciting and demanding. Your mental health matters just as much as your bottom line. Join...

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PLS Alumni Spotlights

Thomas Bell Spotlight

Thomas Bell

Director of the Center for Educator Preparation and Director of the Urban Institute for Racial, Economic, and Environmental Justice.

Madelaine Cleghorn Spotlight

Madelaine Cleghorn

Senior Associate, Feldesman Leifer LLP, Washington DC

Kara Cook Spotlight

Kara Cook

Director of Legislative Affairs, Office of the Governor, State of Michigan

Abby Oliver McCarthy Spotlight

Abby Oliver McCarthy

Member Engagement Coordinator, Illinois Senate Republican Caucus

Shaun Brodie Spotlight

Shaun Brodie

Senior Staff Attorney for the Benefits Review Board at the U.S. Department of Labor. 

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