Academics & Research

Grand Valley team chronicles microbial migration related to Earth's oxygenation

Microbial mats resting in sinkholes at the bottom of Lake Huron give Bopi Biddanda, professor of water resources at AWRI, and his team a glimpse into what life was like in Earth's oceans 500 million to four billion years ago.

Feb 2, 2023


Power Mobility Project tests new device to give children in wheelchairs more independence

Faculty researchers received grant from the National Institute of Health and Human Development.

Jan 31, 2023


Annual Roger That! Conference features keynote from trailblazing astronaut

José Hernández, NASA astronaut, will talk about his life and how he achieved success.

Jan 25, 2023



Simulation Center earns accreditation status

Grand Valley's Interprofessional Simulation Center was accredited for the first time by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare.

Dec 12, 2022



John Ball Zoo, GVSU partnerships help conserve at-risk species

Funding and field work support helps local, global environment, wildlife.

Nov 15, 2022


Thomas brings extensive experience, familiarity with GVSU to role as nursing dean

Provost Fatma Mili announced the appointment of Patricia Thomas as dean of the Kirkhof College of Nursing.

Nov 14, 2022


GVSU biochemistry researchers studying why opossums can resist venom of some snakes

The research could also help provide information for developing new snakebite treatments.

Nov 10, 2022


Teach-In celebrates 10 years of raising awareness through collaborative sessions

The 10th Teach-In, with more than 30 sessions under the umbrella of "Power, Privilege and Difficult Dialogues," will offer two days of education on November 9-10 in Allendale and Grand Rapids.

Nov 2, 2022