Students earn Fulbright, fellowship awards for summer programs

Fulbright recipient Tyler Peery will travel to the United Kingdom; Laken Chapin will study public policy at Princeton University.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)

Graduates, participants from two scholarship programs recognized at events

The achievements of Battle Creek Pipeline Scholars and Thompson Foundation Scholars were celebrated.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)
Article by Michele Coffill

Faculty and staff sketches

Campus community members who received recognition, gave presentations or media interviews, or had research published are listed.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)

In Memoriam

This space pays tribute to the people who helped shape Grand Valley, such as Roger Ellis and Linda Chown.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)

What's happening on campus

Three commencement ceremonies on Friday and Saturday at Van Andel Arena highlight upcoming events.

April 23, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 17)

New Facilities Services director oversees campus health, safety

Colin Brander said he enjoys the opportunity to work with and mentor students from the occupational safety and health program.

Featured

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)
Article by Michele Coffill

WGS receives $100,000 grant from Mellon Foundation

The grant will support ongoing activities, including sending students and faculty to the National Women's Studies Association Conference in Detroit.

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)
Article by Michele Coffill

President's corner

The Reach Higher Showcase on Friday will feature 150 projects presented by more than 400 faculty, staff and students.

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)

Engineering graduate earns two national awards for work at national research lab

Alex Plotkowski earned two R&D 100 awards for his work at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)
Article by Thomas Garrett

Faculty and staff sketches

Faculty and staff members who gave presentations, had research published, received accolades or gave media interviews are listed.

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)

In Memoriam

This space pays tribute to the people who helped shape Grand Valley, such as Michelle Duram.

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)

GVFaces: Justin Wendt

The executive chef received Pro Chef Level Two certification through the Culinary Institute of America. 

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)
Article by Samantha Drougel

What's happening on campus

Student Scholars Day, a keynote presentation from Imani Perry and the Reach Higher Showcase are among the highlighted events.

April 9, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 16)

User testing underway for portal that centralizes campus information

The Laker Dock will launch in the fall and include Blackboard, support resources, student records, events and more.

Featured

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)
Article by Peg West

Crew from OAISD gains work experience through pilot program

Facilities Services managers developed the framework for the program, which is a partnership with the school district's Young Adult Services program

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)
Article by Michele Coffill

Faculty and staff sketches

Campus community members who received recognition, gave presentations or had research published are listed.

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)

In Memoriam

This space pays tribute to the people who helped shape Grand Valley, such as John Zaugra and Roelof Bijkerk.

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)

300 high school language students attend global fair

Students connected with faculty and learned about global cultures through activities and events.

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)
Article by Peg West

GVFaces: Andrew Plague

The former Student Senate president now works in the west wing of the White House

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)
Article by Samantha Drougel

TRIO staff, students participate in leadership summit

Eight students, including high school Upward Bound participants, received scholarships for demonstrating leadership and academic excellence.

March 26, 2024 (Volume 47, Number 15)