Articles by Michele Coffill

1,200 students participate in commencement

More than 1,200 students participated in the fall commencement ceremony, December 7 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids.

Dec 9, 2019


Mantella presents feedback from fall semester Grand Huddles

President Philomena V. Mantella presented feedback from the Grand Huddle series December 4 in the Kirkhof Center before an audience of about 200 participants.

Dec 4, 2019


Beckman scholar's research could aid threatened species of lizards

Isabel Thompson has a curiosity about science that keeps her hand in the air during class discussions.

Dec 2, 2019


Kelly Lowenstein named new civil discourse professor

The new faculty member to be named as Padnos/Sarosik Professor of Civil Discourse will bring his knowledge of global journalism and the impact of "fake news" to the position.

Dec 2, 2019


Second coat drive underway

Organizers are seeking new or gently used winter coats to give to students in need.

Nov 27, 2019


Foster program sees success

Since it was established in 2017, Fostering Laker Success has continued to help students who have experienced foster care adjust to college life and beyond.

Nov 27, 2019


Marketing major named Homecoming Regent

Jessica Fillmore, a senior majoring in marketing, was named the 2019 Homecoming Regent.

Nov 26, 2019


Campus survey deadline extended to Dec. 1

The deadline for campus community members to complete the myGVSU climate survey is December 1.

Nov 25, 2019


Grand Valley soccer wins, advances in regional tournament; will play McKendree Nov. 24

The Laker soccer team beat Southern Indiana on Friday to advance in the NCAA Midwest Regional Tournament, and will face McKendree on Nov. 24.

Nov 22, 2019


KCON students share knowledge at Bodies Revealed exhibition

About 20 nursing students volunteered at the Grand Rapids Public Museum November 16, interacting with guests at the Bodies Revealed exhibition during its opening weekend.

Nov 21, 2019