Articles by Michele Coffill

New Detroit TRIO programs find success in community, schools

The programs celebrated National TRIO Day at Wright Museum of African American History.

Mar 9, 2023

TRIO staff members and students from Detroit high schools are pictured at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History.

Michigan Supreme Court justice will give keynote at EqualiTEA

Kyra Harris Bolden, '10, will give remarks at the March 16 event, which is the 20th anniversary of this signature celebration.

Mar 7, 2023

Kyra Harris Bolden stands with arms crossed in front of a bookcase

Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies

Popular one-credit courses promote transferable skills, trustees learn

The one-credit courses housed in the Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies offer students choices that promote development of transferable skills.

Feb 24, 2023

two first-year students sit at a table with microphone between them. Table has blue draping

First-Rate Faculty

Ngassa named ACE Fellow for next academic year

The chemistry professor's interest in continuing Grand Valley's commitment to educational equity prompted his fellowship application.

Feb 23, 2023

Felix Ngassa in academic regalia speaks at a podium during a commencement ceremony.

Public Health

Agreement between GVSU, LSSU fills need for public health in northern Michigan

The agreement guarantees admission into the Master of Public Health program for qualified LSSU students who earned bachelor's degrees in kinesiology.

Feb 22, 2023

Ranelle Brew stands at the left while students are seated at desks; a banner reads GVSU Public Health

Office of the Provost

Faculty celebrated for achievements at convocation ceremony

Event celebrates the "defining the spirit and culture of the university"

Feb 17, 2023

Felix Ngassa, professor of chemistry and chair of the University Academic Senate, presents Matthew Hart, associate professor of chemistry, right, the University Outstanding Teacher Award during the Faculty Awards Convocation.

Padnos International Center

International student, retired professor and artwork share common history

How does a decades-old Iranian work of art connect a renowned Middle East studies professor and an international student?

Feb 16, 2023

student with glasses looks through a case at a piece of artwork, an Iranian sugar bowl

Talking Together

Author, activist will bridge divides with 'revolutionary love' at next Talking Together event

Valarie Kaur is the author of the bestselling book 'See No Stranger.'

Feb 16, 2023

Top Rankings

Best Employer ranking helps with recruitment, retention, leaders say

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

Feb 15, 2023

Seidman College of Business

Strong indicators show 'great start' in 2023 for area's economy, according to expert

Brian Long said another strong sign is the minimal amount of manufacturing layoffs.