Economic outlook shows slower growth for West Michigan
A year-long analysis of the West Michigan economy by a GVSU economist points to a clear trend.
Jan 29, 2026
GVSU Facilities Specialists take Air Handling Technology to a New Level.
A U.S. Patent #10,563,886 was issued to Grand Valley State University for a novel air quality sensing system, invented by the facilities team Leo McCormick, Sean McManus and Tom Michalak. Nicknamed, CO2 Hound, the system senses the amount of CO2 in a room, (correlating with occupancy), and will command the building air flow system to refresh the room air accordingly, keeping air quality, and hence learning potential, high. Other benefits include reduced system installation costs (remodel or new build), and reduced energy utilization. Congrats to our inventors!
A year-long analysis of the West Michigan economy by a GVSU economist points to a clear trend.
Jan 29, 2026
The effort to improve care for foster children is part of a broader continuum of support at Grand Valley that extends to college.
Jan 26, 2026
The report noted that performance within some of the region's traditionally strong industries, including auto parts manufacturing and office furniture production, continues to weigh on the overall economy.
Jan 8, 2026