College of Health Professions
International students on campus and in area stay busy, upbeat
Some international students who remain on campus during the COVID-19 pandemic find routine, humor and family connections help to lighten their days.
Apr 1, 2020
It's time to get creative when staying in touch with family and friends, GVSU public health expert says
Ranelle Brew says exercise, eat healthy and look for creative ways to stay in touch with people.
Mar 25, 2020
Mantella, panelists call for expansion of collaborations, partnerships to aid health care worker shortage
President Philomena V. Mantella and other leaders said collaborations and partnership among health care institutions, K-12 schools, colleges and universities are critical to maintaining and expanding the health care workforce in the region.
Mar 6, 2020
President Mantella, students share vision of future student experience
Grand Valley President Philomena V. Mantella, along with six Grand Valley students, discussed financial literacy and college affordability at the February 7 Board of Trustees meeting held at the L. William Seidman Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Feb 7, 2020
Traverse City PAS program will earn national award for its innovation
The Physician Assistant Studies program in Traverse City will receive a national award recognizing its innovation and excellence from the University Professional and Continuing Education Association at its annual conference in March.
Jan 31, 2020
Honors College faculty member, former dean to retire
Longtime professor and former dean Jane Toot will retire from Grand Valley in December after nearly three decades of service.
Dec 10, 2019
Sim Center conducts assailant training exercise
A group of Grand Valley nursing, health sciences and athletic training students, practiced emergency procedures as a part of Healthcare Simulation Week, a national campaign taking place through September 20.
Sep 18, 2019
Middle school students get hands-on experience exploring health careers
From operating modern medical equipment to collecting data in a lab to understanding different types of physical therapies, about 80 middle school students explored health careers during a summer camp at Grand Valley State University.
Jul 25, 2019
Faculty and staff sketches
The faculty and staff members below have given presentations, written journal articles or received accolades.
Jul 19, 2019
Physician assistant graduates stay in northern Michigan to work
Four years after Grand Valley expanded its Physician Assistant Studies (PAS) program to Traverse City, many of the program's graduates are staying in northern Michigan to work.
Jul 9, 2019
