College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

OK, Boomer: A viral clapback and its impact on social media discussions part of research earning student national recognition

Carly Vaitkevicius also studied how the term affected political discourse with the presidential election on the horizon.

Nov 10, 2020


Virtual theater, showtime: Behind-the-scenes team keeps 'ambitious' production on track

The team managing technology, costuming and more for the virtual presentation of 'The Revolutionists' has adapted to incorporating never-done-before elements into a live production.

Nov 8, 2020


Now doctoral student, GVSU graduate will give presentation for Kutsche Office of Local History

GVSU graduate Dani Willcutt took a winding path to a doctoral degree program at Michigan State University that merges her two passions -- history and food.

Nov 3, 2020


Día de los Muertos altar helps students and others celebrate holiday, remember loved ones

The altar is a beloved tradition for Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead.

Nov 2, 2020


Professor emeritus of biology leaves student-focused legacy

Carl Bajema, who retired in 2007, was also active in the community.

Oct 30, 2020


GVSU joins national alliance to develop inclusive, diverse STEM faculty

Grand Valley joins 18 other institutions within a national alliance to develop inclusive teaching practices and increase diversity among STEM faculty members over a three-year period.

Oct 29, 2020


Virtual theater, the rehearsals: Character development and technology adjustments both take center stage

Technology work is usually reserved toward the end of the rehearsal period for a theater production. But for a virtual production such as "The Revolutionists," early attention to technology is a must. GVNext is following the virtual production from preparation to performance.

Oct 28, 2020


GVSU debate expert: Final presidential debate had much-needed infusion of order, allowing voters to learn more

Carl Brown, assistant professor communication studies, said he and his students expand their discussions on proper debating techniques to analysis of the current atmosphere.

Oct 23, 2020


Faculty and staff sketches

Publications and presentations at conferences are highlighted, as well as the deaths of two retired professors.

Oct 22, 2020


Faculty member shows students in multi-year local history project the ripple effects of urban renewal

Matthew Daley, associate professor of history, is guiding students through a deep well of information that is conveniently nearby. Each new class adds different elements to the project.

Oct 20, 2020