Academics & Research
Increased access to Medicaid coverage helps keep formerly incarcerated people from returning to prison, GVSU researcher finds
Former prisoners who qualify for expanded Medicaid coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) are more likely to receive treatment for addiction and are less likely to return to prison, said a Grand Valley researcher.
Feb 18, 2021
The strongest predictor of who will get COVID-19 vaccine? How vulnerable someone feels about contracting the virus, GVSU researcher finds
Amanda Dillard, associate professor of psychology, said the findings show the power of emotion when people are deciding on whether to receive the vaccine.
Feb 2, 2021
GVSU author follows highly acclaimed novel with short-story collection gaining national plaudits
"Life Among the Terranauts" by Caitlin Horrocks has been featured widely and in major publications.
Feb 1, 2021
Johnson Center for Philanthropy releases annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report
The Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy at Grand Valley State University has released its fifth annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report, identifying trends that will shape the philanthropic and nonprofit sectors in the coming months and years.
Jan 28, 2021
Students' research helps struggling Michigan tourism industry
In an effort to help rebuild the state's tourism industry, HTM students conducted visitor research for Convention and Visitor Bureaus (CVBs) across the state.
Jan 25, 2021
GVSU poet: While captivating an audience, Amanda Gorman also met towering literary expectations unique to inaugural poems
Amorak Huey, associate professor of writing, said poems are meaningful because they make people pause.
Jan 21, 2021
GVSU mathematics professor, recipient of national teaching award, strives to convey both joy and utility of discipline he considers beautiful
David Austin's award honors educators whose influence goes beyond their own institution.
Jan 20, 2021
Solid growth expected for West Michigan economy, business leaders optimistic, says economics professor
Improving business confidence, along with strong employment growth and sales growth, are expected for the West Michigan economy in 2021, said Paul Isely, associate dean and professor of economics in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University.
Jan 14, 2021
GVSU expert: With U.S. facing unique stress point, history shows how America emerged stronger after dark times
The current crisis is likely another critical turning point for the country, said Paul Murphy, professor of history.
Jan 11, 2021
GVSU expert: Some lawmakers calling for impeachment or invoking 25th Amendment, unclear if either would work
Reacting to the violent riot at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, some lawmakers in Congress from both major political parties have called for President Donald Trump to be removed from office, either via the 25th Amendment or impeachment proceedings.
Jan 8, 2021
