Minimum wage for student employees to increase

By February 21, the minimum student wage will increase to $12.48 per hour.

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December 10, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 8)

Faculty Awards Convocation set for February 18

University awards along with awards from the Faculty Teaching and Learning Center and Center for Scholarly and Creative Excellence will be presented.

December 10, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 8)

Alumni, faculty member receive competitive fellowships

Biomedical sciences faculty member Babasola Fateye and three alumni who earned degrees in international relations received fellowships.

December 10, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 8)
Article by Annie Pettit

GVFaces: Adam Downs

Now living in Nebraska, the Omni assistant vice president will move to Michigan with his family in the summer.

December 10, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 8)
Article by Samantha Drougel

Faculty and staff sketches

Hospitality and tourism management faculty members Scott Rood and John Lipford had an article about cannabis curriculum published in the Journal of Tourism Insights.

December 10, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 8)

What's happening on campus

End-of-semester events include a painting session by the Art Museum and, in January, a piano recital by Takeshi Nagayasu.

December 10, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 8)

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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November 26, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 7)

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.

November 26, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 7)
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.

November 26, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 7)

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.

November 26, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 7)
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.

November 26, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 7)

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.

November 26, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 7)

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.

November 26, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 7)

PreK classroom spots available at Children's Enrichment Center

Children who enroll would be eligible for free preschool under Michigan's PreK for All program.

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November 12, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 6)
Article by Julianna Schrier

Campus food drive for Replenish runs through early December

Donation boxes are available throughout the Allendale, Health and Pew Grand Rapids campuses. The food drive runs through December 6.

November 12, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 6)
Article by Michele Coffill

Faculty and staff sketches

Leanne Kang gave a presentation about research and oral histories of former GRPS students, staff and faculty at a community event. The project was funded by the Kutsche Office of Local History.

November 12, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 6)

In Memoriam

This space pays tribute to the people who helped shape Grand Valley, such as Jessica Molloy, Jerry Bosch and William Boomgaard.

November 12, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 6)

Grand Valley supports veterans through service projects

Ahead of Veterans Day, volunteers cleaned grave markers and raked leaves at the Michigan Veteran Homes at Grand Rapids. 

November 12, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 6)
Article by Annie Pettit

TRIO students in Detroit learn importance of voting

The event was held at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History with presentations from state Rep. Joe Tate and former U.S. Rep. Brenda Lawrence.

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November 12, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 6)

Theater explores different facets of love in 'Intimate Apparel'

Performances run November 15-24 in the Haas Center for Performing Arts.

November 12, 2024 (Volume 48, Number 6)
Article by Annie Pettit