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New GVSU virtual learning series for community features faculty expertise presented in bite-sized fashion

Grand Morsels will offer presentations from faculty members in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Jan 20, 2022


Gift from former trustee supports students from HBCU/HSI Pipeline and Michigan

Former Grand Valley Board of Trustees member William "Bill" Pickard has initiated two funds designed to support students and help diversity West Michigan's talent pool.

Jan 20, 2022


MLK week presenter gives audience action steps to make changes

Grand Valley graduate Littisha Bates admittedly struggled to find hope during her presentation highlighting the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Jan 19, 2022


Graduate appearing as main character in Netflix real crime show

Scott Watson, '09, is portraying the main character in the three-part show.

Jan 19, 2022


Johnson Center for Philanthropy releases its annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report

The Dorothy A. Johnson Center released its annual "11 Trends in Philanthropy" report which examines the issues its staff believes will shape the nonprofit sector in 2022.

Jan 19, 2022


Laker Esports Center opens, team competes against Davenport

The Laker Esports Center, located in the lower level of Kirkhof Center, officially opened January 18 when the club team competed against Davenport University.

Jan 18, 2022


GVSU expands tuition-free program to all qualified Michigan students

Grand Valley leaders have expanded a tuition-free program that opens its doors to any qualified Michigan student who wants to enroll at the university.

Jan 18, 2022


MLK week opens with call from keynote speaker to continue 'watering seeds planted by King'

The daughter of a man whose life intersected with the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. opened Grand Valley's commemoration week events by saying the two men "planted the seeds we are still watering and nurturing today."

Jan 17, 2022


Grand Valley celebrates the life of Lena Meijer

Grand Valley and West Michigan are remembering Lena Meijer, who died on January 15. She was 102.

Jan 16, 2022


Graduates, faculty member making a difference as school counselors in Alaska

On the outskirts of civilization in Alaska, three counselors with Grand Valley connections are building a network of support for children in a rural school district.

Jan 13, 2022