Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies

Staff member qualifies for international Toastmasters speech competition

In August, Noreen Savage, administrative assistant in the dean's office of the Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies, will compete against other world-class presenters and give the speech of her lifetime.

May 25, 2017


Scholarship announced in Chamberlain's honor

Departing Frederik Meijer Honors College director Jeff Chamberlain was surprised May 23 when a new scholarship was announced in his honor at a reception celebrating his career at the university.

May 24, 2017


Campus mourns death of Kutsche Office of Local History founder

Paul Kutsche, whose gift established Grand Valley's Kutsche Office of Local History, died May 18 after several weeks in hospice care. He was 90.

May 23, 2017


PIC announces study abroad scholarship recipients

The Padnos International Center has announced its study abroad scholarship recipients.

May 16, 2017


Garringer named area's Outstanding Adult Learner

Lisa Garringer, parking services manager, was named the Outstanding Adult Learner by the Grand Rapids Area Higher Education Network at its April banquet.

May 11, 2017


Sendoff honors new Peace Corps invitees, returned volunteers

It was a popular book that spurred Grand Valley alumna Darrarta Ali to re-evaluate her life, and decide to leave her job in Grand Rapids to join the U.S. Peace Corps.

May 3, 2017


Commencement in Traverse City set for Tuesday

Two Traverse City residents will continue making a difference in their communities after they earn degrees from Grand Valley's Traverse City Regional Center.

Apr 28, 2017


Meijer Campus hosts conference for high school seniors

The Meijer Campus in Holland hosted a two-day conference for Holland High School seniors, "Adulting 101."

Apr 17, 2017


Civic action plan detailed at showcase

Grand Valley celebrated civic engagement at a showcase April 13 at the DeVos Center by highlighting the collaborative work of 56 teams of students, faculty and staff and community members, and by detailing the university's civic action plan.

Apr 14, 2017


Nine films highlight Latin American Film Festival

Nine international films are scheduled during the seventh annual Latin American Film Festival, which runs March 31-April 2 at Wealthy Theatre, 1130 Wealthy St. SE in Grand Rapids.

Mar 31, 2017