Transforming education in a low-performing district
The presence of Grand Valley in Battle Creek extends far beyond its office suite on West Michigan Avenue in the city's business district.
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Tackling Teacher Turnover
Teacher retention within the Muskegon Heights Public School Academy System has been disheartening. The College of Education is among community partners working to change that.
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From experiment to excellence
Celebrating 25 years as a pioneer in charter school education, Grand Valley authorizes 76 charter schools that serve more than 34,000 students.
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Coronavirus cautions impact spring on campus
President Mantella called these challenging times, and said Lakers working together will ensure essential operations continue smoothly.
Scent detectives
A chemistry professor's research on essential oils helps train dogs in a growing sport.
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Global baller
Callistus Eziukwu has traveled to 13 different countries for his job. While the sights, people, food and languages vary greatly, he knows he will find one constant: basketball.
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The business of building people
Matching movement science and business courses led Kris Smith down the path to entrepreneurship, something she never thought possible.
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Alumni have bright ideas
80 participants learned about design thinking, a process used for creative problem solving, and how it applies to their daily work.
Off-stage presence
Rising choreographer and director, with Chicago theater credits, draws lessons from his performances.
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Empowering new development
Alumna is at the center of Detroit's big comeback, securing millions of dollars to transform city neighborhoods into affordable housing and restaurants.
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Geology alumnus works with global team on mission to Mars
James Ashley has found his dream job: a planetary scientist and deputy science operations coordinator for NASA's InSight mission.
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Alumni leader understands importance of building community and giving back
As a first-generation American, Heather Ly Zak wanted to give back to the university and community that have given her so much.