Articles by Brian Vernellis
Civic, social engagement important for future leaders, says Cascade CEO
Cascade Engineering CEO and President Christina Keller talked with students, faculty and guests during her address as part of the Meijer Lecture Series, saying students will need to deal with uncomfortable issues to make a social or civic difference.
Feb 24, 2022
Johnson Center's executive director retiring this year
After nearly 14 years with the Dorothy A. Johnson Center for Philanthropy, Executive Director Teri Behrens announced her retirement effective later this year.
Feb 16, 2022
Fireside Chat panel: Engage with students to promote active learning
President Philomena V. Mantella led a Fireside Chat with a panel of faculty and staff members, discussing how educators can open dialogue with students to foster relationships and promote equity.
Feb 15, 2022
Graduate's journey speaks to importance of diversity, inclusion
Graci Harkema, '09, discussed the importance of diversity, inclusion and acceptance of identity during her Wheelhouse Talks session for the Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy.
Feb 11, 2022
Scholarships announced for graduates of GVSU's charter high schools
The scholarships announced by the Charter Schools Office will provide at least $1,000 annually for graduates of GVSU-authorized public charter high schools to attend Grand Valley.
Feb 3, 2022
Lakers basketball drawing national audience for three dates
ESPN3 will stream three dates for Grand Valley's men's and women's basketball teams, beginning with the January 27 games against Wisconsin-Parkside.
Jan 26, 2022
Yale professor: Prejudice, discrimination persist due to idea of "iconic ghetto"
Elijah Anderson, the Sterling Professor of Sociology and of African American Studies at Yale University, spoke as part of Grand Valley's King Commemoration Week, discussing how the stereotypes associated with the "iconic ghetto" linger to this day.
Jan 20, 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
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
GVSU graduates working on next generation of vehicles
Grand Valley graduates are playing a part in developing the future of transportation, working at companies across the country developing electric vehicles and autonomous, self-driving platforms.
Dec 21, 2021
