College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Music in wide-open spaces: Grand Valley New Music Ensemble will again play in national parks
The National Endowment for the Arts recently approved a grant for the tour. The ensemble director has commissioned three composers to create pieces inspired by chosen national parks.
Jan 15, 2020
Students who participate in ROTC now receiving course credits
Grand Valley students who participate in ROTC will now receive course credit for their time and commitment.
Dec 16, 2019
A happy day for Grand Valley faculty member goes viral
Word quickly spread about the adoption hearing with kindergarten classmates looking on. Media outlets across the nation reported on the feel-good story, which also was widely shared on social media.
Dec 6, 2019
Adoption hearing for faculty member made more special by child's kindergarten class attending
The class is an extended family, said David Eaton, associate professor of history. He was touched by the support and what classmates said during the adoption hearing.
Dec 5, 2019
Beckman scholar's research could aid threatened species of lizards
Isabel Thompson has a curiosity about science that keeps her hand in the air during class discussions.
Dec 2, 2019
Kelly Lowenstein named new civil discourse professor
The new faculty member to be named as Padnos/Sarosik Professor of Civil Discourse will bring his knowledge of global journalism and the impact of "fake news" to the position.
Dec 2, 2019
GVSU expert: Prominent cases spotlight clinical ethics but singular focus remains on patient
Recent cases have brought ethical questions and the role of clinical ethicists to the forefront.
Nov 27, 2019
Second coat drive underway
Organizers are seeking new or gently used winter coats to give to students in need.
Nov 27, 2019
Fall Arts Celebration concludes with holiday concert
The holiday celebration, "Beloved Songs of the Season," is December 2 at 7:30 p.m.
Nov 27, 2019
Two longtime professors to retire
Jonathan White, professor of interdisciplinary studies in the Frederik Meijer Honors College, and Stephen Rowe, a philosophy and liberal studies professor, will retire in December.
Nov 25, 2019