College of Education and Community Innovation

Nonprofit with GVSU roots unites volunteers for projects across Michigan

Michigan Cares for Tourism, a nonprofit founded by a GVSU faculty member, has been organizing restoration projects at parks and recreation areas across the state since 2012.

May 23, 2024


K-12 students exhibit environmental projects at Groundswell showcase

Grand Rapids area K-12 students unveiled their environmental research at the annual Groundswell Student Project Showcase at the DeVos Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus this week.

May 16, 2024


Operation United: Student veterans, Student Affairs staff volunteer time to improve veteran's yard

The project was part of the Heart of West Michigan United Way's Operation United, an annual event that mobilizes volunteers to assist veterans and active military families with house or yard projects.

May 10, 2024


GVSU Symphony Orchestra releases recording of rare Werner concerto

The orchestra released a digital recording of a concerto that was previously only available for listening in the Czech Republic.

May 2, 2024


GVSU in photos, April 2024: Celebrating Lakers for a Lifetime

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

May 1, 2024


Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on their time as Lakers

Five Lakers share how GVSU helped launch their futures.

Apr 18, 2024


Why do teachers stay? CECI programs show success in retention for early-career teachers

Two mentoring programs from CECI are proving to be valuable tactics in retaining young teachers in Battle Creek Public Schools.

Apr 17, 2024


Five innovations we saw at the Reach Higher Showcase

About 150 projects were presented to a crowd of over 400 people at the Reach Higher Showcase on April 12. Here are five presentations from the event.

Apr 15, 2024


Reach Higher Showcase exhibits will include student group's approach to interfaith understanding

An Interfaith Photovoice project will be among the 100-plus exhibits at Friday's Showcase at the DeVos Center.

Apr 9, 2024