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Born named interim dean of Padnos College of Engineering

Tim Born arrived at Grand Valley in 2013. He will serve as interim dean effective June 1, when founding dean Paul Plotkowski retires.

May 14, 2024


Graduate's startup takes top prize at veterans pitch competition

Members of Cohort 13 in the Michigan Veteran Entrepreneur-Lab made their final pitches to a panel of judges, family and friends at the L. William Seidman Center as part of the MVE-Lab's Pitch and Showcase.

May 14, 2024


Grand Valley remembers the life of Earl Holton

The former president of Meijer Inc., Earl Holton, and his wife, Donnalee, have been supporters of Grand Valley for over 40 years.

May 14, 2024


Operation United: Student veterans, Student Affairs staff volunteer time to improve veteran's yard

The project was part of the Heart of West Michigan United Way's Operation United, an annual event that mobilizes volunteers to assist veterans and active military families with house or yard projects.

May 10, 2024



GVSU hosts Americas Competitiveness Exchange delegation

Grand Valley hosted the Americas Competitiveness Exchange, a delegation of economic development leaders from around the globe on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus Wednesday.

May 8, 2024


West Michigan economy continues modest growth, says GVSU researcher

A survey of West Michigan businesses and managers conducted by a Grand Valley researcher shows a promising trend of modest economic growth for the region’s economy.

May 7, 2024


Engineering professor thrives, first as student, under retiring dean's support, mentorship

When Reffeor called him asking if there was anywhere she could teach with a Ph.D., Plotkowski invited her to visit him at Grand Valley.

May 7, 2024


New dean to lead GVSU's College of Computing, Blue Dot mission

The appointment comes after Grand Valley's Board of Trustees approved a plan to elevate and expand the current School of Computing during a meeting in November.

May 6, 2024


Mantella and banking leader in op-ed: economic success linked to partnerships that enhance college completion for Latino community

Co-authors: GVSU is leading in this effort with targeted initiatives and strong outcomes.

May 3, 2024