Articles by Mary Eilleen Lyon
GVSU appoints new chief academic officer
President Philomena V. Mantella announced the appointment of Fatma Mili as the next provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs of the university.
Feb 15, 2022
GVSU names inaugural vice president for Student Affairs
President Philomena V. Mantella announced the university has appointed Jennifer Hall-Jones as Grand Valley's first vice president for Student Affairs. Hall-Jones is currently the interim vice president for Student Affairs at Ohio University.
Dec 14, 2021
GVSU president named one of Crain's most influential women in Michigan
Mantella was chosen for her leadership role at a major university and because GVSU has expanded and grown in prominence under her leadership.
Nov 8, 2021
GVSU announces gift to transform lives of talented first-generation students
President Philomena V. Mantella announced a gift to create a scholarship program designed to give access and a full-ride scholarship to underserved students who participate in a unique summer program and national pitch event.
Oct 20, 2021
GVSU health and safety plan update
In an email to the campus community, President Philomena V. Mantella said the Laker health and safety plan for Fall semester continues to be successful.
Sep 29, 2021
GVSU sees increase in first-year and diverse students
Campus leaders said efforts to show students the quality and personal attention they will receive at GVSU are working.
Sep 13, 2021
GVSU announces Fall 2021 campus safety plan
Vaccinations will be required for all students and employees by September 30, 2021.
Aug 6, 2021
Search committee set for new vice president for Student Affairs division
Twelve members of the Grand Valley State University community have been appointed to the search committee to fill the newly created vice president for Student Affairs position.
Jul 26, 2021
Grand Valley boosts financial aid, designates more than $2 million to support students affected by pandemic
Grand Valley State University Board of Trustees approved a $5.4 million increase in financial aid, an 8 percent increase over last year.
Jun 25, 2021
Cimitile: University provost says time for a change
President Philomena V. Mantella informed the campus community that Provost and Executive Vice President Maria Cimitile has decided to step down from the position she has held for the last four years and chart a new course for her future at Grand Valley.
Jun 25, 2021
