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Philosophy/Liberal Studies Prof Publishes latest book
January 6, 2012
Stephen C. Rowe, professor of philosophy and liberal studies, has written a book that suggests America is now at a tipping point of either: • being overcome by its multi-faceted, ideological battles (big government, corporate wealth, immigration), o
Grand Valley Ranked 16th Globally for Sustainability
January 3, 2012
Grand Valley State University ranked 16th for sustainable practices in an international survey called the GreenMetric World University Ranking.
Kutsche office Highlighted In GV Magazine
November 18, 2011
Local history efforts get a boost from the Kutsche Office of Local History. The Kutsche office is highlighted in the latest issues of the Grand Valley Magazine.
Campus Sustainability Week: October 14th - 23rd
October 14, 2011
Friday, October 14th kicks off this year’s seventh annual GVSU Campus Sustainability Week (CSW). We invite all Grand Valley students, faculty, staff and community members to take part in a week of presentations, events, discussions, and challenges r
Liberal Studies major receives Lakeshore Athena Scholarship
October 6, 2011
Nontraditional students at Grand Valley sometimes stand out in their classes because they are older than their classmates. Sherri Slater stands out for other reasons: the liberal studies major is a force for change in her community.
Sustainable Transportation options expand- Bikes!!
September 7, 2011
New on campus this fall, faculty and staff members can be matched with other commuters to share a ride to work.
Jim Harrison event canceled / re-scheduled
September 7, 2011
Due to scheduling issues, the Jim Harrison event for 2011 has been canceled. It is expected to be re-scheduled for fall 2012. Look for more information next summer.
Sustainability opens new Hoophouse
August 19, 2011
The Sustainable Agriculture Project celebrated the opening of a new Hoophouse. A ribbon cutting ceremony for the new addition took place Friday, August 19. See full story HERE.
Norman Christopher appointed to federal committee
July 8, 2011
Norman Christopher was appointed to a federal committee that will advise the U.S. Secretary of Commerce on trade issues facing the U.S. environmental technologies services and goods industry.
Jim and Donna Brooks Receive Philanthropy Award
May 12, 2011
Jim and Donna Brooks, longtime Holland philanthropists and Grand Valley University Foundation members, received the Russell G. Mawby Award for Philanthropy May 10 at the Michigan Nonprofit Super conference in Lansing.