Alumni

Alumnus says MBA helped him find new opportunity after COVID closed his business

Vince Lambert said he instinctively knew what his next step should be after the effects of COVID-19 caused him to close his Grand Rapids brewery and restaurant.

Mar 26, 2021


On Target: GVSU graduate has line of motivational greeting cards at retailer

Within the greeting card industry, Grand Valley alumna Shannon Cohen has made it to the show.

Feb 18, 2021


Student athlete is third generation in her family to attend GVSU

It was always up to Paige Johnston to decide where to go to college. Never mind that her mother and father are Laker alumni.

Feb 16, 2021


Be a Laker, Bring a Laker Admissions referral program aids faculty, staff recruiters

Faculty, staff members can sign up for an information session about the program on February 17-18.

Feb 15, 2021


Faculty and staff sketches

Faculty and staff members with published research or other accolades are listed.

Feb 11, 2021


Hobbies bring GVSU community members joy, help connect virtually

Whether it was finding a new hobby or reigniting passion for an old one, some members of the Grand Valley community found their pastime became an avenue to bring joy in a difficult time, connect with people, or a way to stay productive.

Jan 25, 2021


Partnership stirs up holiday cheer, supports alumni-owned business

Alumni Relations and Stir It Up Bakery partner to offer cookie kits in place of traditional Holiday Brunch with Santa and Louie.

Dec 21, 2020


Prepared for the next journey: Virtual graduate celebration recognizes class of 2020

More than 1,800 Grand Valley students were recognized during a virtual graduate celebration held on the university's Facebook page and YouTube channel.

Dec 11, 2020


Cimitile names new vice provost for Graduate and Lifetime Learning

Kara H. Van Dam is the current vice president and dean of the School of Arts and Sciences at the University of Maryland Global Campus.

Dec 10, 2020


Members of GVSU Black sorority begin campaign for endowed scholarship

Members of a historically Black sorority are raising money to support students while ensuring their own legacy on campus.

Nov 18, 2020