COVID-19
A message from President Philomena V. Mantella
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a statewide public health order that begins November 18. The order affects the operations of the university, as well as a variety of other activities.
Nov 16, 2020
Grand Valley partnership, testing to provide public health experts with data about potential COVID-19 hotspots
Grand Valley State University's Annis Water Resources Institute (AWRI) and Cell and Molecular Biology (CMB) Department are partnering on a pilot study for the State of Michigan to implement testing methods to monitor and detect genetic markers of the COVID-19 virus in wastewater.
Nov 13, 2020
A message from President Philomena V. Mantella
A message to the campus community from President Philomena V. Mantella.
Nov 12, 2020
President Mantella, student leaders discuss effects of COVID-19, adult learning, student voting on WJR College Tour radio program
The importance of student voting, adult learning opportunities and navigating COVID-19 on campus were just a few topics discussed by students and university leaders on the WJR College Tour 2020 radio program with Guy Gordon.
Oct 27, 2020
Rooms 'splashed' with decor to be more welcoming for isolation, quarantine students
GVSU Housing and Residence Life, in partnership with the Virus Action Team, developed :Room Splash," an opportunity for campus departments to transform an empty quarantine or isolation room into a more vibrant living space.
Oct 26, 2020
Virus Action Team update: Survey being conducted on GVSU testing program
The Virus Action Team has emailed a survey to some students, faculty and staff members asking for input to help improve the GVSU COVID-19 Testing Program.
Oct 22, 2020
Room Splash: Campus departments transforming student quarantine, isolation rooms for more homey feel
Housing and Residence Life is looking for creative minds and generous hearts. In partnership with the Virus Action Team, HRL has launched Room Splash, an opportunity for GVSU employees to turn student quarantine or isolation rooms into a more vibrant space.
Oct 16, 2020
"Staying Safe" order to lift, Lakers encouraged to stay strong and continue safety protocols
The "Staying Safe" order, issued two weeks ago by the Ottawa County Department of Public Health (OCDPH), expires at midnight October 16; public health officials said they will not issue another formal order. OCDPH officials recognized the efforts of Grand Valley students, faculty and staff that have resulted in a decrease in COVID-19 positive test results, noting that testing, wearing face coverings, distancing and hand washing are measures that are working.
Oct 16, 2020
Ottawa County Department of Public Health "Staying in Place" order to expire; new "Staying Safe" order issued for GVSU students living in Allendale Township
The "Staying Safe" order begins October 2, 2020, and extends through October 16, 2020.
Oct 1, 2020
Artful problem solving: VMA ensures students sidelined by COVID-19 receive needed art supplies
Staff and faculty members are dropping off or mailing materials to keep students connected with classes.
Sep 30, 2020
