Articles by Brian Vernellis

GVSU researchers studying high chloride, phosphorus levels in Grand Rapids lake

Data samples collected by GVSU researchers from a lake in eastern Grand Rapids shows high levels of phosphorus and chloride and may indicate a widespread problem across the state.

Apr 5, 2022


Chemistry student named recipient of Goldwater Scholarship

Junior Georgia Sands becomes the fourth Grand Valley student since 2019 to receive the competitive Goldwater Scholarship.

Apr 5, 2022


Cornell Mann selected as men's head basketball coach

Grand Valley has selected Cornell Mann as its next men's head basketball coach and will officially introduce him at a news conference at 11 a.m. on April 7.

Apr 3, 2022


Relay for Life returns to in-person event on campus

For the first time since 2019, students, supporters and cancer survivors gathered in-person to participate in the Relay for Life, enjoy the festivities and fundraise for the American Cancer Society.

Apr 1, 2022


Athletic leaders reflect on 50th anniversary of Title IX

Fifty years after the passage of Title IX, women's athletics has made tremendous gains, and as Women's History Month draws to a close, Grand Valley's past and current athletic leaders reflect on the achievements made and the advancements yet to come.

Mar 29, 2022


Grand Valley among nation's leaders in Fulbright Scholars

The Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program encourages academic collaboration between U.S. faculty and international colleagues.

Mar 24, 2022


Lakers fall in Division II women's basketball semifinal

The Lakers' No. 1 defense faced the nation's No. 1 offense with a trip to the NCAA Division II National Championship game on the line.

Mar 23, 2022


Big win propels Grand Valley into women's Final Four

Emily Spitzley led the Lakers with 20 points to guide them into the Division II national semifinals on March 23.

Mar 21, 2022


President Mantella envisions Grand Valley as leader in returning adult education

If Michigan hopes to retain its pool of workforce talent and encourage economic growth, it will need a new approach, President Philomena V. Mantella told legislators on March 17 in Lansing.

Mar 18, 2022


Family, friends remember Ralph Hauenstein on his 110th birthday

Hauenstein died in 2016 at the age of 103, but those who knew him remembered a man grounded in faith who always looked for the best in people and remained haunted by what he had seen in combat during World War II.

Mar 16, 2022