Grad students showcase innovative research

Cancer research, health policies at food pantries, and using technology to improve employee wellness are just a few of the research topics graduate students will be showcasing at the sixth annual Graduate Showcase: Education for the Future.

More than 40 students will display their research and scholarly activities at the event April 19 in Loosemore Auditorium in DeVos Center. Poster presentations will be held from 3:30-5:15 p.m.; poster recognitions will take place from 5:15-6 p.m. 

Research topics include:

• Social media's role in higher education

• Amphibian conservation

• History of Grand Rapids' Oak Hill Cemetery

• Gender stereotyping in children's toys

• Using technology to improve employee wellness

• Biological trends affecting Michigan

• Issues impacting students and faculty of color in higher education

• Using service dogs in social work

• Pancreatic cancer research

The event is sponsored by The Graduate School and the Center for Scholarly and Creative Excellence. For more information on the Graduate Showcase visit www.gvsu.edu/gradshowcase.