Articles by Dottie Barnes
Michigan Charter School Teacher, Administrator of the Year both from GVSU-authorized schools
Jordan Dischinger-Smedes, from Grand River Preparatory High School in Grand Rapids, was named teacher of the year, and Kimberly Llorens, principal at University Preparatory Academy Elementary ý Mark Murray in Detroit, was named administrator of the year.
May 18, 2021
Muskegon Innovation Hub renovates space to add more clients
Grand Valley's Muskegon Innovation Hub (the Hub) has repurposed its building space to accommodate more entrepreneurs.
May 3, 2021
Veterans receive COVID-19 vaccine at clinic held on Pew Grand Rapids Campus
Veterans, as well as spouses and caregivers of veterans, had the opportunity to receive a COVID-19 vaccine April 30 on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Apr 30, 2021
Mantella says GVSU is positioned well for the future; update given on plan for racial equity and inclusion
Grand Valley is stronger and positioned well for the future after facing challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, President Philomena V. Mantella said during an April 30 virtual Board of Trustees meeting.
Apr 30, 2021
Virus Action Team update: VAT and Campus Readiness Team continue to meet to plan for fall
The Virus Action Team will continue to meet each week and will send email updates twice monthly, or more frequently as needed. The Campus Readiness Team (CRT) will also continue to meet weekly and will share information as needed.
Apr 29, 2021
VAGTC World Trade Week Conference to focus on global sales
Amplifying global sales will be a main focus at the 35th Michigan World Trade Week Business Conference, sponsored by the Van Andel Global Trade Center at Grand Valley.
Apr 28, 2021
GVSU begins converting to cashless campus in three-phase process
Grand Valley will begin converting to a cashless campus in April with plans to complete the process by December.
Apr 23, 2021
AWRI director featured on national television morning show for expertise on climate change and Lake Michigan erosion
Alan Steinman, the Allen and Helen Hunting director and professor at the Annis Water Resources Institute in Muskegon, was featured on Good Morning America April 22. Steinman was asked about climate change and Lake Michigan coastal erosion.
Apr 22, 2021
Virus Action Team update: Spring/Summer session information on COVID testing; students interview doctor about vaccines
Free on-campus testing will continue to be available for students, faculty and staff on the Allendale and Pew Grand Rapids campuses.
Apr 22, 2021
A message from President Philomena V. Mantella
President Philomena V. Mantella said GVSU will continue to use education and advocacy to create change and will prioritize criminal justice reform.
Apr 20, 2021
