Mollie Smith
Sales account manager at Learning Care Group in Novi, Michigan
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Sales account manager at Learning Care Group in Novi, Michigan
Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist for the U.S. State Departments Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA).
Brand Manager, Meijer
Parks Planner for Metro Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee
Associate Professor and Chair of Political Science at Binghamton University (SUNY) in New York
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
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
PLS alum William Thompson is attending law school at the University of Michigan
Sep 12, 2025
Professor Polly Diven received the 2025 Hillman-Orr Award from the World Affairs Council of West Michigan.
Jun 23, 2025
The Political Science Department is pleased to recognize Avabella Madison as our Batchelder Scholar for the 2025-2026 academic year.
May 13, 2025
June 24, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Are you interested in teaching English abroad? Are you curious about studying for a Master's degree abroad? The Fulbright program might be for you! Join me to learn more! For more Information...
June 26, 2026 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Join us for a relaxed summer day at Michigan’s Adventure! Enjoy the park at your own pace, then gather for an early dinner in the pavilion to connect and create shared memories with...
June 27, 2026 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Stop by GVSU's booth at Holland Pride this summer! Our booth number will be confirmed soon. Holland Pride WebsiteSponsored by the Division of People, Equity, and Culture and our Rainbow Resource...
June 30, 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and settle in for a live outdoor concert in the heart of Grand Valley's beautiful Allendale campus! Enjoy tranquil lake views and inspiring performances...
July 1, 2026 6:30 PM
Enjoy an evening of baseball and Laker connection as the West Michigan Whitecaps take on the Lake County Captains. Your registration includes buffet access for two hours, unlimited soda and water...