Simulation Center Staff

The Grand Valley State University Interprofessional Simulation Center staff play a crucial role in supporting students from various healthcare disciplines. They provide a state-of-the-art learning environment equipped with high-fidelity simulators, medical-surgical hospital rooms, and a maternity suite, allowing students to practice inpatient and outpatient care in realistic clinical settings. The simulation staff collaborate closely with faculty to continually update resources and enhance student experiences, ensuring that learners develop essential skills such as assessment, critical thinking, and therapeutic communication.

By integrating innovative simulation technologies and best practices, the team fosters a safe and interactive learning environment that promotes interprofessional healthcare delivery. Their efforts not only improve patient safety but also strengthen the lifelong connections between Grand Valley State University, its alumni, and the greater community. Through continuous quality improvement, teamwork, and scholarship, the Interprofessional Simulation Center staff are dedicated to enhancing the educational experiences of GVSU students and shaping them into collaborative healthcare professionals.

Sherri Fannon, DNP, MSN, RN, CHSE
Associate Dean for Interprofessional Simulation and Innovation
616-331-5781
[email protected]
CHS 300

Matt Collver, BA
Director of Operations
616-331-5583
[email protected]
CHS 332

Christine Adams, BS
Simulation Assistant
616-331-5536
[email protected]
CHS 300

Doug Ayers, BSN, RN, CHSE
Simulation Technology Manager
616-331-3059
[email protected]
CHS 350

Alison Crary, BSN, RN
Standardized Patient Program Manager
616-331-5582
[email protected]
CHS 346

Meghan Glynn, BS, AT, ATC
Simulation Education Specialist
616-331-5639
[email protected]
CHS 510

Kelly Klerk, Ed.S., M.Ed., CHSE, CHSOS
Multimedia Manager
616-331-5655
[email protected]
CHS 354

Riley Kostecka
Simulation Lab Technician
616-331-5669
[email protected]
CHS 300

Kayla Layle, MS, OTR/L
Simulation Lab Assistant Manager
616-331-5511
[email protected]
CHS 344

Owen Mearns
Simulation Emerging Technology Developer
616-331-3217
[email protected]
CHS 512

Katie Melone, MA
Standardized Patient Program Assistant Manager
616-331-5567
[email protected]
CHS 348

Joel Paauwe, BA
Assistant Technology Specialist Manager
616-331-5886
[email protected]
CHS 518

Maria Palacio
Simulation Scheduler
616-331-5711
[email protected]
CHS 300

Emma Paras, BS
Simulation Technologist and Educator
616-331-5707
[email protected]
CHS 516

Mark Reinink, EMT-P, CHSE, CHSOS
Simulation Technology Assistant Manager
616-331-7846
[email protected]
CHS 342

John Sterling, BS
Multimedia Manager
616-331-5799
[email protected]
CHS 352

Lisa VanDyken, MS, CCC-SLP, CHSE
Simulation Lab Manager
616-331-5667
[email protected]
CHS 356

Robin Van Wingen, PA-C, BS
Simulation Lab Manager
616-331-5707
[email protected]
CHS 310

Lucas Anderson
IT/AV Specialist
CHS 249

Equipment Loan

The GVSU Simulation Center loans equipment to GVSU students, faculty, and staff for educational purposes.

CHS & DCIH EQUIPMENT
616-331-3461
[email protected]
CHS 343

RFH EQUIPMENT
616-331-5448
[email protected]
RFH 021

Audiology students working with an infant

Students working with a standardized patient

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