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Marie Edouard
Graduate of Harvard Law School, Attorney at Goodwin Proctor LLP in Washington, DC
Jasmine (Tolbert) Caldwell
2006 Graduate Technical Expert at the Social Security Administration in Chicago
Jamie Bash
Operatrion and Policy Analyst, Oregon Health Authority
Carla Villasana-Acosta
Carla Villasana-Acosta joins the Grand Rapids Community Foundation Staff
News
Outstanding Student Paper Competition
Eligibility is open to all students who major in political science or international relations.
Feb 26, 2025
IR and PLS Alumni Starting Law School
IR Alum Jessica Geisler is starting her JD studies this fall at Wayne Law.
Sep 18, 2024
McGhee wins 2024 Zeeb Scholarship for Study Abroad
Aaron McGhee is the winner of the 2024 Zeeb Scholarship for Study Abroad
Jul 3, 2024
Pullins Wins Outstanding Paper Award
Sarah D. Pullins is the winner of the Outstanding Paper Award for Political Science and International Relations.
May 3, 2024
GV IN DC SCHOLARSHIP WINNER: JACKSON TISDALE
Jackson Tisdale is the recipient of the Grand Valley in DC Scholarship for the 2023-24 academic year. The purpose of this alumni-funded scholarship is to assist students in pursuing internship opportunities in Washington, D.C.
Apr 5, 2024
Events
Asian New Year Festival - Asian Student Union (APPROVED INT 100/201)
March 23, 2025 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Come celebrate the Asian New Year with us at Grand Valley State University! Immerse yourself in vibrant cultural performances, explore interactive activity booths, and enjoy a FREE delicious meal...
Investigating the Digital Frontier: Cybersecurity and Journalism (APPROVED INT 100/201)
March 25, 2025 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Dina Temple-Raston is an investigative journalist perhaps best known for her work at NPR, where she covered topics such as terrorism, intelligence, and cybersecurity. Now at Recorded Future News, she...
Prison Based Higher Education Rights
March 27, 2025 1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
A prisoner from Bellamy Creek will zoom in to discuss his journey in higher education while incarcerated. The audience will be free to ask him questions about his experiences.
Noche de Gala
March 29, 2025 8:00 PM
A fancy evening of music, dancing, and paying homage to the glamour of Latinoamérica. There will be a DJ playing Latino-based music of all genres all night, so, dress up, bring your...
Kpop Unleashed 2025
March 30, 2025 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Kpop Group Evolution (KGE) is a Korean culture and dance organization. We use Korean pop music and cultural presentations as a way to learn more about Korean culture. No dance experience is needed...