Articles by Michele Coffill

Fireside Chat presenter: offering nudges to students helps build relationships, satisfaction

The series is a presidential initiative designed to bring in "thought activators" for campus discussions.

Sep 24, 2020


Faculty and staff sketches

Faculty and staff members have published research or given virtual presentations.

Sep 23, 2020


COVID-19 Call Center volunteers provide compassion, empathy, resources

More than 35 volunteer faculty and staff members have listened empathetically and offered resources to hundreds of students, parents and supporters who have called the GVSU COVID-19 Call Center.

Sep 22, 2020


Volunteer physicians monitor Laker team practices under Ottawa County order

Laker student athletes are able to continue practicing under the "Staying in Place" order, thanks to a volunteer corps of area physicians.

Sep 21, 2020


Back in the classroom, Haas enjoys teaching remotely

Two of Grand Valley's colleges can lay claim to having a former university president among the faculty members who are teaching classes in the fall semester.

Sep 18, 2020


Flu vaccination clinics scheduled, appointments required

The GVSU Family Health Center will staff multiple flu vaccination clinics for the campus community beginning October 1 and will take appointments to fill slots.

Sep 15, 2020


Software package goes beyond efficient functions to key tool for student success

Navigate, software that assists students with making appointments on campus, goes beyond that functionality and has become a key tool for student success and retention.

Sep 14, 2020


Virtual conference on interprofessional education will focus on best practices, resources

The 13th annual Midwest Interprofessional Practice, Education, and Research Center (MIPERC) Conference, and first virtual, will be held September 16-18.

Sep 11, 2020


International education takes on new look as winter study abroad programs are suspended

Grand Valley's Padnos International Center has suspended study abroad programs for the winter semester due to COVID-19 health and safety concerns.

Sep 10, 2020


Eyebrow smiles and social distance: Faculty members enjoy connecting with students, regardless of setting

Whether teaching courses in-person or remotely, Grand Valley faculty members said it felt good to connect with students and reported a smooth start to the semester.

Sep 4, 2020