College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Professor named a top mathematics educator in the U.S.
David Clark, assistant professor of mathematics, was one of three educators to receive the Henry L. Alder Award for Distinguished Teaching by a Beginning College or University Mathematics Faculty Member during a special ceremony on August 3 at the Mathematics Association of America's annual MathFest conference in Denver, Colorado. The award honors newer college or university faculty whose teaching has been successful and whose effectiveness in teaching undergraduate math has created an impact on students beyond the classroom
Aug 15, 2018
Concerts planned to spotlight String Leadership Camp students, GVSU faculty
More than 35 local high school students with experience playing string instruments will visit Grand Valley for the opportunity to learn from and perform with faculty and industry professionals during the third annual String Leadership Camp. The camp will take place August 13-15 on the Allendale Campus. A series of four recitals, which are all free and open to the public, will take place in conjunction with the camp.
Aug 9, 2018
Marriage of Laker twin brothers to twin sisters receiving international attention
Identical twin brothers Nick and Zack Lewan are getting married this weekend in Grass Lake to identical twin sisters Kassie and Krissie Bevier. All four are Grand Valley alumni and their unique Laker Effect is getting attention across the globe.
Aug 1, 2018
24th Summer Film explores struggles of a teenager growing up during the Great Depression
Wes is a shy, sensitive 12-year-old boy growing up poor during the Great Depression. Plagued by bullies, Wes' response to violence has always been to run away. But, when his family's well-being is at stake, Wes can't run anymore. This is the plot of the 24th annual Summer Film Project, "Down by the River," which wrapped production on July 22. Every year, the Summer Film Project provides students with the opportunity to work alongside industry professionals while producing films of varying lengths.
Jul 30, 2018
GVSU helps student merge passions of singing and speech-language pathology
Music major Lucy Finkel, '05, returned to GVSU for a graduate degree in speech-language pathology.
Jul 27, 2018
Showcase highlights student research
Despite the devastating effects of Hurricane Maria on Puerto Rico, senior biology major Brendan Kosnik learned some of the island's trees and plants are very resilient. Kosnik was among 30 undergraduate researchers who gave presentations July 24 at the Summer Scholars Showcase held in the DeVos Center.
Jul 26, 2018
Earning degree despite geographical challenge
When Julie Sattler moved two hours due east to Curran, on the state's sunrise coast, after her husband was named superintendent of Fairview Area School District, it seemed that she might be "sitting here with a bunch of credits and no direction."
Jul 24, 2018
GVSU partners with MSU College of Osteopathic Medicine
Qualified premedical students at Grand Valley will receive early assurance of admission into the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine following an agreement signed July 23.
Jul 23, 2018
Fall Arts Celebration to spotlight the arts during multiple events
For the past 15 years, West Michigan audiences have enjoyed a series of six free events every fall at Grand Valley that celebrate the positive impact of the arts. During this year's Fall Arts Celebration, audiences will have the opportunity to explore the mysteries of Mars, listen to variations of Italian street songs, enjoy the rhythm and artistic nature of African dance, contemplate the idea that business and art are changing each other, and much more.
Jul 23, 2018
Middle school students experience real-life simulations in health professions
Area teenagers were able to experience what it's like to be a physical therapist, sonographer, speech-language pathologist and other health professions during a summer camp held at Grand Valley.
Jul 23, 2018
