Academics & Research
GVSU researchers find mental health outcomes for Michigan residents worsens despite more access to health insurance
Faculty researchers from the Seidman College of Business found more Michiganders have access to health care and health insurance, yet mental health outcomes for residents have worsened.
Jan 8, 2021
Economics expert: West Michigan recovery picks up steam
The West Michigan industrial economy ended 2020 on a positive note, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State Universityýs Seidman College of Business.
Jan 8, 2021
Young turtles that are focus of collaborative conservation effort faring well so far; second year underway
The headstarting program to help Eastern box turtles is a joint effort by GVSU and John Ball Zoo.
Dec 16, 2020
GVSU expert: Local economic recovery modestly on track
The West Michigan industrial economy remains on the recovery track that began in July, even as restaurants and other establishments continue to face restrictions, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business.
Dec 8, 2020
Making Waves: Tara Kneeshaw analyzes ways the microscopic world can indicate, or help, water quality
Kneeshaw, who has been studying Grand River samples as part of a Making Waves project, is dedicated to educating the public about water quality and the big and small ways people affect water health.
Dec 2, 2020
KCON, MomsBloom partner on pilot program to give students experiential learning opportunities
Through a partnership with a nonprofit organization, Kirkhof College of Nursing students are gaining experience caring for newborns as well as mothers and families.
Nov 16, 2020
OK, Boomer: A viral clapback and its impact on social media discussions part of research earning student national recognition
Carly Vaitkevicius also studied how the term affected political discourse with the presidential election on the horizon.
Nov 10, 2020
GVSU expert: West Michigan economic recovery resembles a 'lopsided W'
Brian Long said in a W-shaped recovery, the economy begins to recover rapidly, but then falls into a second period of decline.
Nov 6, 2020
GVSU debate expert: Final presidential debate had much-needed infusion of order, allowing voters to learn more
Carl Brown, assistant professor communication studies, said he and his students expand their discussions on proper debating techniques to analysis of the current atmosphere.
Oct 23, 2020
Faculty member shows students in multi-year local history project the ripple effects of urban renewal
Matthew Daley, associate professor of history, is guiding students through a deep well of information that is conveniently nearby. Each new class adds different elements to the project.
Oct 20, 2020
