Articles by Brian Vernellis
Lakers shine on national stage with titles, top finishes
Grand Valley student athletes delivered strong performances at their respective NCAA Division II national championships in Indianapolis over the weekend.
Mar 19, 2025
GVSU survey finds economic uncertainty among West Michigan businesses
Federal tariffs are causing economic anxiety in the region, according to Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU's Seidman College of Business
Mar 11, 2025
Five wrestlers earn All-America honors at national meet
Two Laker wrestlers brought home national titles to kick off the week of national competitions and tournaments for Grand Valley's teams.
Mar 10, 2025
GVSU, Consumers Credit Union partner for student career growth
A collaboration between Grand Valley’s Seidman College of Business and Consumers Credit Union is providing an opportunity for students to begin their careers in the banking industry.
Feb 25, 2025
Hauenstein Center event explores history of presidential accountability
The Hauenstein Center's Scholar-in-Residence, Nicole Hemmer, said the 1970s were the high-water mark for presidential oversight.
Feb 18, 2025
GVSU research shows region's business confidence reaches new heights
West Michigan's businesses and purchasing managers are seeing a slow, but positive start to the economy in 2025, said a Grand Valley State University researcher.
Feb 12, 2025
GVSU report highlights business optimism, moderate growth for West Michigan in 2025
Paul Isely, associate dean and professor of economics at the Seidman College of Business, said his findings highlight several positive economic trends for the Grand Rapids region of Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon and Allegan counties.
Jan 29, 2025
GVSU report reveals challenges, innovations for nonprofits in 2025
The ninth edition of the Johnson Center's "11 Trends in Philanthropy," includes analysis of the opportunities and challenges facing nonprofits, their stakeholders and the sector's future.
Jan 15, 2025
West Michigan business confidence rebounds as 2025 outlook brightens, says GVSU researcher
Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business, said the West Michigan economy concluded 2024 on a marginally positive note, a trend expected to continue into 2025.
Jan 9, 2025
Grand Valley, nonprofit partnership supports future educators with free books
A collaboration between Grand Valley's Michigan Literacy Project and nonprofit Storehouse of Community Resources has provided thousands of books for the next generation of PK-12 and special education teachers.
Jan 8, 2025
