College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Year in Review: Memorable GVSU stories from 2018
From President Haas announcing his retirement and Grand Valley's Health Campus expanding in Grand Rapids to identical alumni twin brothers marrying identical alumni twin sisters, 2018 has been a year full of unforgettable moments at the university. These are some of the most memorable stories of the year that were chosen based on their impact on campus, in the news and on social media.
Dec 20, 2018
Alumna improves guest experiences at Disney through statistics
Elizabeth "Biz" Stolz�s job is to make �the most magical place on Earth� that much more magical. The 2014 alumna currently works as an experience insights senior analyst at Disney Parks and Resorts in Orlando, Florida. During her daily work, Stolz analyzes various data sets from different lines of business at Disney to improve the guest experience at the parks and resorts. The types of data she works with include anything from resort and dining reservations to FastPass+ bookings.
Dec 19, 2018
Colombian police officers take language course on campus
Fifteen police officers from Colombia concluded a month-long course at Grand Valley's ELS Language Center December 7, studying English to help them improve their policing skills in their country.
Dec 10, 2018
Fall Arts Celebration holiday concert to honor "The Many Moods of Christmas"
Robert Shaw's "The Many Moods of Christmas" meshes together pieces of 18 of the most traditional carols combined with music from famous composers such as Handel, Bizet and Bach. Renowned choral conductor Craig Jessop will lead the Grand Valley State University Arts Chorale and local high school students as they perform the piece during a special Fall Arts Celebration concert. "Celebrating Holiday Splendor: Craig Jessop Conducts - 'The Many Moods of Christmas'" will take place December 3.
Nov 21, 2018
Students curating art exhibit for display in Sustainable Agriculture Project
A group of Lakers are developing an art exhibition that will showcase work by artists from around the U.S. in a unique venue near campus. "System Processing" will be on display at Grand Valley's Sustainable Agriculture Project, the university's educational farm located just north of the Allendale Campus, from 6-9 p.m. on November 29-30 with a reception taking place November 29.
Nov 21, 2018
Visual and Media Arts students to showcase capstone work during multiple exhibitions
More than 20 students from the Visual and Media Arts Department will showcase works that represent the culmination of their educational experiences at Grand Valley. Multiple exhibitions, from graphic design and photography to metals, printmaking and painting, will be on display beginning November 26.
Nov 20, 2018
Conference to help K-12 educators inspire future scientists
Educators from districts across Michigan will gather at Grand Valley to expand their K-12 teaching strategies during the annual Fall Science Update. The conference, sponsored by the Regional Math and Science Center, will take place November 14 on the Allendale Campus. This year's conference theme will be "inspiring science." Keynote speakers will include Terra Tarango and Patrik Brundin from the Van Andel ResearchInstitute.
Nov 7, 2018
Students to break down the bear necessities during performances of "Jungle Book"
Grand Valley students will adhere to the "Law of the Jungle" when they perform a play that's a newer take on the beloved Disney classic film "The Jungle Book." Performances of "Jungle Book" will take place November 9-18 in the Linn Maxwell Keller Black Box Theatre on the Allendale Campus.
Nov 5, 2018
Unique African dance technique to be performed during Fall Arts Celebration
Grand Valley will celebrate the vibrant history of African dance during this year's Fall Arts Celebration. "Kariamu and Company: Traditions - A Celebration of African Dance" will take place November 12 on the Allendale Campus. The event will feature a performance of the Umfundalai technique, which was developed by Kariamu Welsh - a Guggenheim award-winning dance scholar, choreographer and educator.
Nov 5, 2018
Memories from Holocaust survivors to be recreated during performance
Henry Greenspan's play "Remnants" recreates moments from his extensive interviews with multiple Holocaust survivors that have taken place over the past 40 years. The play features scenes based on memories the survivors have of living through the Holocaust and the trauma they've experienced since. Greenspan, a psychologist, oral historian and playwright at the University of Michigan, will bring "Remnants" to Grand Valley on November 8.
Nov 1, 2018
