Articles by Michele Coffill
GVSU one of 12 to receive high rating on diversity, inclusion evaluation
The rating comes from a certification program designed by Cooplew and Diverse: Issues In Higher Education.
Nov 23, 2020
Students enrolled in accelerated degree program want bachelor's degree for job security
In this most unusual of academic years, more than 150 adult students have committed to pursuing a bachelor's degree through Grand Valley's new accelerated, online program.
Nov 20, 2020
Members of GVSU Black sorority begin campaign for endowed scholarship
Members of a historically Black sorority are raising money to support students while ensuring their own legacy on campus.
Nov 18, 2020
Service milestones: three people recognized for 45, 50 years at GVSU
During the university's 60th anniversary, three people are recognized for 45 or 50 years of service: Gregg Dimkoff, professor of finance; Roger Ellis, professor of theater; and Robert Beasecker, curator of rare books and distinguished collections for University Libraries.
Nov 17, 2020
KCON, MomsBloom partner on pilot program to give students experiential learning opportunities
Through a partnership with a nonprofit organization, Kirkhof College of Nursing students are gaining experience caring for newborns as well as mothers and families.
Nov 16, 2020
Referral program for prospective students uses 'word of mouth' advertising
"Be a Laker, Bring a Laker" gives current students, faculty and staff members and alumni the tools they need to recruit students to Grand Valley.
Nov 10, 2020
Teach-In sessions 'more important than ever,' say organizers
The eighth annual Teach-In at Grand Valley will be offered virtually, yet remain true to its mission of providing engaging and thoughtful discussions on topics centered around social justice.
Nov 6, 2020
Schaub named dean of Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies
Mark Schaub was named dean of the college after serving as acting and interim dean since February 2019.
Nov 3, 2020
Now doctoral student, GVSU graduate will give presentation for Kutsche Office of Local History
GVSU graduate Dani Willcutt took a winding path to a doctoral degree program at Michigan State University that merges her two passions -- history and food.
Nov 3, 2020
Fireside Chat presenter: Higher education needed to teach 'human skills' as digitalization advances
Even as more and more computers replace humans, a former Google executive said colleges and universities are in the exact right place to prepare the next generation for the workforce.
Nov 2, 2020