Making Waves
Grand River cleanup aims to remove garbage on stretch of waterway connecting GVSU campuses
The 2022 Grand River Campus to Campus Cleanup runs Sept. 18-24.
Sep 14, 2022
GVSU researchers work with municipalities on Grand River sampling project
The work with Allendale Township and the City of Grand Rapids provides more insight on river health.
Jul 6, 2021
Making Waves hosts kayaking on Grand River for Earth Day
Fitting for Earth Day, Grand Valley students and faculty members spent time April 22 kayaking on the Grand River.
Apr 22, 2021
Lake Michigan the muse for New Music Ensemble's latest pieces bringing natural beauty to life through music
The group is performing pieces by composers who were asked to bring Lake Michigan to life musically.
Apr 16, 2021
Exhibitions connect Making Waves initiative to visual art, show prominence of water in artistic pieces
The pieces are showcased both in physical spaces as well as online.
Feb 12, 2021
Winterfest events bring students together on campus
Winterfest, a Grand Valley tradition from years past, is back and will run through February 14 on the Allendale Campus.
Feb 8, 2021
Making Waves: Tara Kneeshaw analyzes ways the microscopic world can indicate, or help, water quality
Kneeshaw, who has been studying Grand River samples as part of a Making Waves project, is dedicated to educating the public about water quality and the big and small ways people affect water health.
Dec 2, 2020
Lead forecaster, parks expert to discuss record-high Great Lakes water levels during GVSU virtual presentation
The presentation is part of the Making Waves initiative. Leaders plan a series of talks exploring water issues affecting both Grand Valley and the West Michigan community.
Oct 15, 2020
Making Waves: Artists and writers tell stories, explore different sides of water themes through their creativity
Graphic design, poems and other creations help broaden the discussion about water, lending different perspectives and tapping into emotions surrounding the life force.
Oct 9, 2020
Making Waves: GVSU faculty members working to address global water cleanliness
Their work is aimed at both improving drinking water for citizens and highlighting difficulties in finding it.
Sep 17, 2020
