Articles by Michele Coffill

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


Daniel C. Vélez named to lead Admissions department, brings experience at diverse institutions

Vélez brings more than two decades of expertise to his new position at Grand Valley, previously holding positions in enrollment management, student affairs and student success at a private, Historically Black College/University and four-year, public institutions.

Feb 18, 2022


COVID-19 Alert Level drops to Level 2

The Virus Action Team has changed Grand Valley's Alert Level to Level 2, effective immediately.

Feb 16, 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 economics expert: Steady growth despite supply chain issues

Modest, steady economic growth continues in West Michigan, yet supply and personnel shortages are hindering normal business operations.

Feb 8, 2022


Campus community mourns death of Bea Idema

The Grand Valley and West Michigan communities are celebrating the life of devoted philanthropist Beatrice "Bea" Idema, who died on February 3.

Feb 4, 2022


GVSU researchers find more women than men keep leftover pain medications at home

More women than men in Michigan were prescribed pain medication and tend to keep any leftover medications in their homes, according to a health trend report from faculty researchers.

Feb 3, 2022


GVSU researchers: West Michigan economy continues to rebound but growth will slow

West Michigan businesses will continue to rebound from the pandemic but faculty researchers said growth will slow later this year due to a likely rise in interest rates.

Feb 2, 2022


Participation rates, incentive winners for campus climate survey announced

Results of the 2021 myGVSU survey will be released in February; 18 percent of the campus responded to survey questions.

Jan 31, 2022


Retired faculty, trailblazing women's coach dies

Joan Boand, retired faculty member and longtime Laker coach, died January 27 at her home. She was 88.

Jan 27, 2022