900 insights generated at Reach Higher Foresight Sessions

The campus community can provide feedback for the next phase of GVSU's strategic planning through May 31.

Featured

April 7, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 15)

Alumni credit GVSU for careers in foreign service

Jiri Aberle '16 and Sanitsouk "Austin" Saycocie '17 said their degrees in international relations help set them up for success.

April 7, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 15)
Article by Annie Pettit

Faculty and staff sketches

Two students earned scholarships from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters. Kara Van Dam and Al Shifflett were interviewed by media following a hard hat tour of the Battle Creek Innovation Hub.

April 7, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 15)

GVFaces: Jason Cronkrite

Cronkrite began a new role as the executive associate for the Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach.

April 7, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 15)
Article by Michele Coffill

Reach Higher Celebration will showcase GVSU's collective impact

The April 17 event runs from 2-5 p.m. with remarks from President Mantella at 2:15 p.m.

April 7, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 15)

What's happening on campus

Highlighted events include Student Scholars Day, GVSU Pow Wow and the College of Computing Innovation Day.

April 7, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 15)

Four questions with the new engineering dean

Adebayo "Bayo" Ogundipe began his role March 1. He discusses early goals for the college and his impressions of GVSU.

Featured

March 25, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 14)

Division recognizes first cohort of Leadership Academy

The Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach established a certificate program for mid-career staff members.

March 25, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 14)

Employer Showcases connect students with opportunities

Career Center staff said students can build relationships with employers at showcases even before applying for an internship or job.

March 25, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 14)
Article by Annie Pettit

Beyond 2025: Reach Higher Foresight Sessions planned

These sessions will include activities to identify and explore external factors that could shape Grand Valley's approach to the future.

March 25, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 14)

Faculty and staff sketches

The National Student Advertising Competition Team won a gold award for a campaign; Shane McSauby presented his short film at SXSW in Austin, Texas.

March 25, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 14)

More than 300 presentations planned for Student Scholars Day

The 29th annual event is April 9, with a keynote address by a University of Michigan faculty member the day before.

March 25, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 14)
Article by Dantya Jennings

More than 700 high school students explore the impact of languages at festival

Some faculty members taught their classes in the Kirkhof Center, giving high school students an opportunity to experience a collegiate language class.

March 25, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 14)
Article by Thomas Chavez

Theater presents an original play written by faculty member

'Hear Me Roar,' written by James Bell, has performances scheduled from March 28-April 6.

March 25, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 14)
Article by Annie Pettit

What's happening on campus

Events include a 5K to highlight Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Science Olympiad and a symposium on water justice.

March 25, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 14)

Achievements celebrated at Faculty Awards Convocation

University Awards for Excellence were presented, in addition to awards from the Center for Scholarly and Creative Excellence, and Pew Faculty Teaching and Learning Center.

Featured Video

March 11, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 13)
Article by Michele Coffill

College of Computing enhances international partnerships with Tunisian universities

More than 100 students were admitted during an open house that drew 400 prospective students.

March 11, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 13)
Article by Shelby Harrison

Lakers unite for student success on Day of Giving

March 20 is a day for Lakers to collectively show their support for Grand Valley.

March 11, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 13)
Article by Anna Davis

Faculty and staff sketches

Shannon Owen, director of Northern Michigan programs, gave a media interview about the upcoming veterans' entrepreneurship program in Traverse City.

March 11, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 13)

Volunteers needed for Science Olympiad

Dozens of West Michigan middle and high school teams will compete in STEM-related events on March 29.

March 11, 2025 (Volume 48, Number 13)
Article by Peg West