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Mantella, panelists call for expansion of collaborations, partnerships to aid health care worker shortage

President Philomena V. Mantella and other leaders said collaborations and partnership among health care institutions, K-12 schools, colleges and universities are critical to maintaining and expanding the health care workforce in the region.

Mar 6, 2020


Men's basketball will play in GLIAC semifinal; tourney games to air on ESPN3

The Laker men's basketball team will host the final two rounds of the GLIAC Tournament Saturday and Sunday, March 7-8, and play Michigan Tech in a game that will air on ESPN3.

Mar 6, 2020


Coronavirus, auto trends are hot topics at VAGTC auto suppliers symposium

The effects of COVID-19 (coronavirus) were discussed by leaders from all tiers of the auto industry during the 21st West Michigan Automotive Suppliers Symposium March 5, sponsored by the Van Andel Global Trade Center.

Mar 5, 2020


Social justice workshops engage participants in critical dialogues

Relando Thompkins-Jones, director of Social Justice Education, grew up in Detroit and understood early in life that society was not equitable.

Mar 5, 2020


GVSU expert: Constant messages about coronavirus can amp up anxiety, affect how you assess personal risk

Amanda Dillard, associate professor of psychology, said people often focus on their vulnerability.

Mar 4, 2020


Native of Rwanda on track for nursing degree, establishing project to help other international students

Jackson Byiringiro arrived in Michigan in 2014 from Rwanda thinking he would find a job as a nurse, the same position he held for eight years in his home country.

Mar 4, 2020


Graduate student's empathy for a friend with vision loss leads to research that takes top honors at thesis competition

Afokoghene Odhu, a graduate student pursuing a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree, entered his research on diabetic retinopathy in the 3-Minute Thesis competition, an annual event sponsored by The Graduate School, and won first place and $500.

Mar 3, 2020


After 25 years, library specialist ready to retire after bringing positive outlook to job

After working for University Libraries for 25 years, Bob Kozminski, library specialist, is retiring.

Mar 3, 2020


Basketball teams begin GLIAC tourney play; games will air on ESPN3

The Lakers women's and men's basketball teams host GLIAC tournament games Tuesday, March 3, at the Fieldhouse; both games will air on ESPN3.

Mar 3, 2020


Women's Commission seeks nominations for awards

Grand Valley's Women's Commission is seeking nominations of faculty and staff members for its Celebrating Women Awards.

Mar 2, 2020