Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship
SSD at 25: Students discover passion for research
More than 13,700 Grand Valley students have presented their research since the event was established in 1996.
Apr 6, 2021
McNair Scholars transition undergraduate research projects to online formats
Words like pivot and persevere are often used to describe how students transitioned to remote learning due to COVID-19. David Martin, director of the McNair Scholars program, added courage when describing how 17 undergraduates adapted their research to online formats. The McNair Scholars program, a federally funded TRIO program, supports first-generation and underrepresented students who want to pursue doctoral programs.
Oct 13, 2020
GVSU researchers take samples along length of Grand River to assess its health
Peter Wampler, professor of geology, led the project that is part of the Making Waves initiative.
Jul 9, 2020
Student Scholars Day goes virtual; more than 100 presentations set
The 24th annual Student Scholars Day will be presented virtually Wednesday, April 8, with more than 100 presentations and exhibits planned.
Apr 7, 2020
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
Anthropology faculty member, student use emerging technique to determine age of skulls
The findings will be added to a growing body of research.
Oct 10, 2019
Summer Scholars ready for showcase
While he was a student at Grand Rapids Community College, Jose Garcia built a schedule around industrial maintenance technology and computer science classes thinking it would lead him to a solid job.
Sep 3, 2019
Workshops will help student, faculty researchers communicate topics to general audience
Workshops offered in July by the Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship will help students and faculty members discuss their research topics with a non-scientific audience.
Jul 1, 2019
Two students selected as Goldwater Scholars
Two Grand Valley students received scholarship money from the nationally competitive Goldwater Scholars program.
May 9, 2019
Record number of students will participate in SSD
A record number of 793 students will give presentations during the 23rd annual Student Scholars Day on April 10.
Apr 8, 2019
