Articles by Brian Vernellis
Anchors Away: Lakers return to learning overseas
GVSU students are returning to international learning opportunities. Follow along as we capture the experiences of some Lakers in Ireland.
Jun 28, 2022
Athletics Department honoring 50th anniversary of Title IX
Since the enactment of Title IX in 1972, national participation in women's collegiate athletics has increased six-fold with more than 200,000 women playing college sports.
Jun 21, 2022
Mantella: GVSU providing responsive education for today's students
Grand Valley President Philomena V. Mantella was one of the featured presenters at the West Michigan CEO Summit, discussing GVSU's mission to provide education responsive to today's extraordinary disruptions.
Jun 14, 2022
Becker to receive leadership award for equity, inclusion efforts
The Michigan chapter of the American Council on Education Women's Network will honor Director of Athletics Keri Becker with its Distinguished Woman in Higher Education Leadership Award during MI-ACE's conference on June 14.
Jun 9, 2022
Graduate student keeps watchful eye on Russo-Ukrainian conflict
A GVSU graduate student wants to thank an aid organization made up of volunteers that helped her youngest brother and father in Ukraine survive 40 days of Russian occupation.
Jun 7, 2022
Entrepreneurs make their pitches at Innovation Hub's 5x5 Night
Modeled on television shows like "Shark Tank" and "Dragons' Den," the event gives an entrepreneur five minutes to present their idea to an audience and a panel of judges, making the case for funding in their young company.
Jun 2, 2022
Hospitality and Tourism Management unveils cannabis operations curriculum
Several pathways are available this fall for students to learn and apply hospitality and tourism principles to Michigan's developing cannabis industry as employment opportunities continue to increase.
May 31, 2022
Role player Janalee Lyke played big part in softball team's success
Catcher Janalee Lyke didn't see much playing time for the Lakers, but she made contributions that were integral to the team's success during her four years on the team.
May 27, 2022
Groundswell's annual showcase shines spotlight on student scientists
Elementary, middle and high school students conducted research on environmental issues during the school year, presenting their data to teachers and family members on May 25.
May 26, 2022
AWRI's work helps Muskegon Lake reach pivotal milestone
Grand Valley's Annis Water Resources Institute partnered with federal, regional and state agencies to help remediate and restore Muskegon Lake after decades of industrial pollution.
May 25, 2022
