November 26, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 7)

Four questions with Vice President Robert Shorty

The vice president for People, Equity, and Culture discusses his initial impressions of GVSU, one hobby and how he plans to bring awareness to the new division.

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Van Dam gives update on GVSU footprint in Battle Creek at chamber event

Renovations to the Kendall Center space include a café, commercial and testing kitchen, and dedicated learning spaces to support Omni's mission of serving working adults.

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Article by Al Shifflett

Faculty and staff sketches

A Seidman College of Business planning team, along with other faculty, staff and students, planned an event for Ottawa Hills High School students who were competing in a scholarship contest.

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Which glass is mine? Etiquette Dinner teaches students business, social skills

More than 110 students learned to feel confident at a business dinner, without worrying about which fork to use.

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Article by Annie Pettit

Partnership with MIOSHA opens doors to bachelor's degrees for safety professionals

Through the partnership, people who earned a MIOSHA certificate can earn college credits toward a bachelor's degree in occupational safety and health management.

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Teacher Academy students attend workshop that highlights majors in education

Admissions certificates were presented to 21 seniors who were admitted to GVSU for next fall.

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What's happening on campus

Key events include a holiday concert that concludes the 30th anniversary of the Cook Carillon Concert Series, a signature Kaufman Interfaith Institute event and Fall Commencement.

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The GVSU Forum is published by University Communications; it is distributed bimonthly during the academic year and monthly during the spring/summer semesters. Send publication items to Michele Coffill, editor, c/o [email protected]. Web: gvsu.edu/forum

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Chris Knape assistant vice president, UComm – Media and Public Relations
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Brian Vernellis senior writer
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Samantha Drougle, student writer
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