Articles by Meagan Saxton

Donations help Replenish end the semester on a high note

'Tis the season of giving, and several Grand Valley staff members took the saying to heart to help Replenish, the university's food pantry and food resource for students.

Dec 17, 2020


Candlelight vigil held to remember GVSU student

Flowers, photographs and written messages were laid against the Cook Carillon Tower on the Allendale Campus, during a candlelight vigil held in memory of first-year student Taylor DeRosa.

Dec 16, 2020


Prepared for the next journey: Virtual graduate celebration recognizes class of 2020

More than 1,800 Grand Valley students were recognized during a virtual graduate celebration held on the university's Facebook page and YouTube channel.

Dec 11, 2020


GVSU Fall Class of 2020 to be recognized during virtual celebration

All graduates, families and supporters are invited to the celebration on Friday, December 11 at 7 p.m. on the universityýs Facebook page and YouTube channel.

Dec 7, 2020


Graduate student supports peers in planning first statewide virtual programming conference

When planning Fall 2020 programming, Caroline Murray said she found herself in a sticky situation. As a graduate student in Grand Valleyýs Office of Student Life, part of Murrayýs role is advising the Campus Activities Board. Planning virtual activities and events for students to make connections proved to be no easy task.

Nov 18, 2020


Dozens of GVSU students vote on campus; Mantella encourages dignity and respect

Dozens of Grand Valley students waited in line on Election Day to cast their ballot at the satellite Allendale Township Clerk's Office on campus.

Nov 3, 2020


Photos: Explore parks and trails near GVSU

Whether you're looking for a quiet, outdoor place to study, or a Saturday hiking adventure, you don't have to go far from GVSU to find picturesque nature and outdoor activities.

Nov 2, 2020


Election Day activities on campus include Walk to Vote, remarks from Mantella

In a final push to encourage the campus community to vote, Grand Valley will host activities and remarks from university and area leaders on Election Day.

Oct 28, 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


Student gains internship opportunities after Career Centers first virtual fair

More than 100 employers attended the fair and represented a variety of industries and fields of study. The fair concluded the Work Like a Laker conference, a 15-day conference with multiple tracks.

Oct 23, 2020