Human Resources

Pilot program developing, strengthening leadership skills

The Leading Lakers: Leadership Pilot Program is in its final weeks, guiding participants through sessions devoted to topics on leadership, including conflict management, strategic mindset and building trust.

Mar 30, 2023


Best Employer ranking helps with recruitment, retention, leaders say

Forbes ranked GVSU among the Best Midsize Employers on its 2023 list.

Feb 15, 2023


HR will host event, show results of talent acquisition transformation meetings

Transforming the current Human Resources model means strategically meeting the needs of employees while aligning with the Reach Higher 2025 plan.

Feb 21, 2022


GVSU ranks among country's best employers on Forbes list

Grand Valley has been ranked as one of the country's Best Employers for 2022, according to Forbes.

Feb 10, 2022


GVSU named among top employers in Michigan by Forbes

Grand Valley was named by Forbes as one of the top 25 employers in Michigan.

Aug 24, 2021


New chief human resources officer brings extensive experience to position

Mychal Coleman most recently served as vice president of Human Resources for the University of the Bahamas.

May 5, 2021


Salazar will bring familiarity of campus to new employee ombuds role

The inaugural employee ombuds will bring a familiarity of campus, its people and its policies when stepping into that new role February 1.

Jan 29, 2021


Faculty, staff can use paid time off to vote, work polls November 3

Faculty and staff members can use paid time off to vote and/or work the polls in the 2020 presidential election under new guidance from Human Resources.

Oct 8, 2020


New database serves as central location for all GVSU mental health, wellness resources

It's not a secret that uncertain times can create varying emotions and behaviors that impact a person's mental health. To support the mental health and well-being of students, faculty and staff members, a subgroup of the Networks of Support has created an online repository of available resources, services and organizations.

Aug 21, 2020


Faculty and staff sketches

University news briefs, along with faculty and staff members who have given presentations or written articles are detailed below.

Aug 3, 2020