Articles by Brian Vernellis
Members of GVSU community with ties to Ukraine proud of unity amid worry for homeland
A student and a faculty member share their thoughts.
Mar 2, 2022
Charter Schools Office screening documentary on teacher retention
The documentary features a GVSU expert and examines teachers' reasons for leaving the profession and the incentives that could motivate their return to the classroom.
Mar 2, 2022
Hauenstein speaker: What we can learn from Presidents Day
The federal holiday most associated with George Washington and Abraham Lincoln serves as a reminder to the importance of the presidency and how transformative the role was in the age's politics, said Lindsay Chervinsky, scholar, author and lecturer.
Feb 25, 2022
Athletics' Walter Moore shaping GVSU's equity, inclusion efforts
Black History Month offers period of reflection for Athletic Department's SEA of Change initiative promoting diversity, equity and inclusion for first-year and transfer student athletes.
Feb 25, 2022
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