College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Internationally acclaimed pianist to perform during honorary recital
Boris Slutsky's recital is supported by the William C. Baum Endowment Fund at Grand Valley. The fund was established in 1998 to support professor emeritus William Baum's two great passions: politics and classical music. The annual series features either a special speaker on issues in American law or a recital by a noted pianist.
Mar 29, 2017
Alumnus named new director of Regional Math and Science Center
Kristofer Pachla, '08 and '09, brings to the university a vast and varied background working in both K-12 and higher education. He is currently completing his doctoral degree in education policy and STEM teacher professional development from George Mason University. Pachla also serves as an adjunct professor of physics at Grand Valley. He will begin his role on April 17.
Mar 27, 2017
Three GVSU faculty members earn Core Fulbright Scholar awards
Three faculty members earned Core Fulbright Scholar awards to teach or conduct research for a semester overseas.
Mar 27, 2017
Students learn the art exhibition process through competition showcase
The 5th Annual Juried Student Exhibition will be on display through March 30 in the Padnos Student Art and Design Gallery located in Calder Art Center on the Allendale Campus. An award ceremony and special reception will take place Wednesday, March 22, from 4:30-6 p.m.
Mar 21, 2017
Science Olympiad challenges more than 1,000 students with STEM contests
More than 1,000 local middle and high school students spent March 18 building bottle rockets, constructing hovercrafts, solving crimes, exploring the chemistry of food and much more during the 33rd annual Region 12 Science Olympiad Tournament.
Mar 20, 2017
Exhibit defines misunderstood library terms
"Graphic Language in the Library" is an informational exhibit designed by three student graphic design teams. Each team created campaigns consisting of both visual and text pieces that illustrate the definitions of frequently used and misconstrued library terms. The exhibit will be on display March 20-29 in the Mary Idema Pew Library Exhibition Space, located on the atrium level.
Mar 20, 2017
Ott Lecture to focus on energy challenges of the 21st century
Thomas Meyer, Director of the Energy Frontier Research Center on Solar Fuels at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, will be the featured speaker for the Ott Lecture on March 23. During his presentation, Meyer will provide an overview of the current status and global future of energy supplies with an emphasis on new and emerging technologies that could shape the future of energy production.
Mar 16, 2017
Ancient text translated for modern theater production of Helen
Since 2016, Diane Rayor, professor of classics, has been translating ancient texts written by Greek playwright Euripides that provide an alternative plot to the Helen of Troy legend. Collaborating with students and faculty, Rayor has further adapted Euripides' writing into a modern stage production of "Helen," which will be performed by Grand Valley students March 24-April 2.
Mar 14, 2017
Students win media awards for TV, radio and news
Several students working for GVTV, WCKS "The Whale" radio, and the "Lanthorn" recently received multiple awards for their work at Grand Valley. Broadcast content produced by GVTV and WCKS students recently received honors from the Michigan Association of Broadcasters Student Media Awards. Staff for the "Lanthorn" also won awards in the 2016 College Better Newspaper Contest, sponsored by the Michigan Press Association.
Mar 13, 2017
Grand Valley Magazine gets new look
The winter issue of Grand Valley Magazine features a redesigned, fresh look that is due, in part, to reader responses to a fall survey.
Mar 13, 2017
