Career Fair recruiter: 'Lakers make our organization better'

The in-person Career Fair on October 11 drew more than 1,400 people.

October 25, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 5)
Article by Michele Coffill

Students recognized at Chávez gala for earning scholarships

Seven students earned the Lupe Ramos-Montigny Si Se Puede Legacy Scholarship.

October 25, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 5)
Article by Michele Coffill

CECI guides teacher academy in Kent County, draws interest from Gilchrist

The lieutenant governor visited the Kent Career Tech Center to learn about the academy and what it is doing to address the state's teacher shortage.

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October 11, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 4)
Article by Brian Vernellis

Family Health Center opens second clinic in Finkelstein Hall

The clinic accepts walk-ins or appointments and is open on Mondays and Wednesdays.

October 11, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 4)
Article by Michele Coffill

WGS celebrates 50 years; students fill introductory sections

Renaming the intro WGS as a 100-level class has helped drive interest, as has rising public discourse around women's rights.

October 11, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 4)
Article by Michele Coffill

Open Enrollment begins soon; changes coming to wellness coaching program

Faculty and staff members can review their benefits October 25 through November 9.

October 11, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 4)

Provost among participants at Homerathon

The eighth presentation of Homerathon included yard games, readings and an art history lecture.

October 11, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 4)
Article by Peg West

Nursing, athletic training students collaborate on orthopedic simulation lab

Nurse practitioner students practiced evaluation skills, athletic training students provided feedback.

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September 27, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 3)
Article by Michele Coffill

Dates set for flu vaccination clinics

Clinics will be held at various campus locations through October 28.

September 27, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 3)
Article by Michele Coffill

Students credit Battle Creek pipeline program with helping them transition to college life

Peer mentors are the latest addition to the pipeline program, added as another layer of support for Battle Creek students who received scholarships.

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September 13, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 2)
Article by Michele Coffill

Provost addresses lack of women in computer science at Women's Commission event

Fatma Mili cautioned against the assumption that more women studying computer science will remedy the issue.

September 13, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 2)
Article by Michele Coffill

Speakers at DeVos Medical Colloquy will discuss adolescent consent

Case studies will be highlighted, including those in which parental authority was limited.

September 13, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 2)
Article by Michele Coffill

Upcoming events

Information for the September 14 Fireside Chat and two kickoff events for Talking Together are detailed.

September 13, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 2)

U.S. Education official visits with Academy of Hospitality and Tourism leaders

The assistant secretary for Career, Technical, and Adult Education toured the college-career prep academy at Ottawa Hills High School.

September 13, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 2)
Article by Brian Vernellis

GVSU Health Hub is clearinghouse for online resources

The website has quick links to health centers on the Allendale and Pew campuses, and student wellness information.

September 13, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 2)
Article by Michele Coffill

YMCA offers evening child care for students, employees

The YMCA's David D. Hunting branch will offer evening child care services to students, faculty and staff members.

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August 30, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 1)
Article by Michele Coffill

Mantella, Becker serving as chairs to GLIAC councils

They both begin one-year terms as chairs of their respective councils.

August 30, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 1)
Article by Brian Vernellis

Mathematics celebrates 20 years of hosting REU students

Students gain from mentorships and develop research, presentation skills.

August 30, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 1)
Article by Peg West

Affinity orientations build community

400 new students participated in Laker Connection orientation programs.

August 30, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 1)
Article by Michele Coffill

Graduate's cannabis business becoming integral part of Grand Rapids neighborhood

Pharmhouse Wellness, the only locally owned cannabis shop in Grand Rapids, received a state award for its equity work.

August 30, 2022 (Volume 46, Number 1)
Article by Brian Vernellis