Community Engagement
Shift to electric vehicles, auto industry resilience are key messages at VAGTC auto suppliers symposium
The auto industry has proved to be very resilient as it continues to recover from the effects of the pandemic, said Mike Wall, executive director of automotive analysis at IHS Markit.
Mar 11, 2021
Nursing, PAS students play active role at COVID-19 vaccination clinics
Grand Valley nursing and physician assistant studies students are helping to combat COVID-19 by administering vaccinations in Kent and Ottawa counties.
Mar 1, 2021
K-12 Connect serves more than 1,800 K-12 students with virtual tutoring
meeting. K-12 Connect, part of President Philomena V. Mantella's Networks of Support, began in March 2020 in response to learning loss during the pandemic. In less than a year, more than 1,800 K-12 students already received more than 7,500 hours of virtual tutoring.
Feb 26, 2021
GVSU expands reach in K-12 schools, announces idea accelerator
President Philomena V. Mantella introduced a new accelerator for K-12 students and showcased the success of a virtual tutoring program at the university's February 26 Board of Trustees meeting.
Feb 26, 2021
Roger That! conference this year offers a virtual conference with a vast slate of experts
The conference, which honors the life of Grand Rapids native Roger B. Chaffee is February 19 and 20.
Feb 10, 2021
Area experts will discuss COVID-19 vaccinations during Health Forum
Area and state health care experts will discuss the rollout plan for COVID-19 vaccinations and provide updates during the February 5 Health Forum of West Michigan event.
Feb 1, 2021
White House correspondent delivers message of 'moving forward' during community MLK event
On the same day National Guard troops surrounded the nation's Capitol building following a siege, a White House correspondent gave a message of hope as she reflected on the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 18, 2021
Solid growth expected for West Michigan economy, business leaders optimistic, says economics professor
Improving business confidence, along with strong employment growth and sales growth, are expected for the West Michigan economy in 2021, said Paul Isely, associate dean and professor of economics in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University.
Jan 14, 2021
White House correspondent to deliver keynote address at virtual MLK event
GVSU, GRCC and Davenport University have partnered to bring this event to the West Michigan community.
Jan 13, 2021
Design thinking classes partner with Founders to create new beer
In March, beer aficionados can sip a new brew crafted by Grand Valley students who, because of the pandemic, barely stepped foot inside a brewery.
Jan 12, 2021
