Office of the Provost
Convocation messages stress importance of making connections
Grand Valley's Convocation speakers who welcomed first-year students to their new academic home gave unified messages of the importance of making connections, accepting challenges and stepping out of comfort zones.
Aug 25, 2017
Academic year gets formal welcome Friday
The formal start to the 2017-2018 academic year begins Friday, August 25, with an address by President Thomas J. Haas to faculty and staff members followed by Convocation ceremonies.
Aug 22, 2017
Schendel named assistant VP for Academic Affairs
Provost Maria Cimitile announced the appointment of Ellen E. Schendel as assistant vice president for Academic Affairs.
Jul 25, 2017
Stegeman will retire as community engagement director
A national search will be conducted for a director of the Office of Community Engagement, following the early August retirement of Ruth Stegeman.
Jul 24, 2017
Grand Valley State names new provost
President Thomas J. Haas announced his selection of Maria Cimitile to become provost and executive vice president for Academic and Student Affairs at Grand Valley State University.
Apr 26, 2017
Provost candidate notes university progression comes with student success
John Omachonu, a candidate for provost, said progress at a university is not only measured by noting increases in retention and graduation rates.
Apr 20, 2017
Provost candidate said today's employers need liberal education graduates
A candidate for the provost position said Grand Valley's graduates are bringing the skills employers need because of their liberal arts education.
Apr 19, 2017
Provost surprised by announcement of scholarship
Provost Gayle R. Davis was surprised by her colleagues April 18 when they announced a scholarship fund in her name at the first of two retirement celebrations.
Apr 18, 2017
Provost candidate says Grand Valley formula works well
One of the candidates interviewing on campus for the position of provost said Grand Valley's formula for creating opportunities for student success is working well.
Apr 17, 2017
Provost candidates selected, interviews scheduled
Three candidates will interview on campus during the week of April 17 for the position of provost and executive vice president for Academic and Student Affairs.
Apr 11, 2017
