Articles by Peg West

Are natural drugs better? Grand Valley faculty member part of research showing consumers swayed by that notion

The findings show the role that emotion can play in health decisions, according to experts.

Aug 13, 2019


Summer Film Project producing feature film for its milestone year

The crew wrapped up production of a feature-length movie July 31 for the 25th year of the annual project.

Aug 9, 2019


GVSU tapped as partner in computer science conference funded by MiSTEM Advisory Council grant

Grand Valley has played a key role in a conference that is training teachers on computer science.

Jul 31, 2019


Fall Arts Celebration to offer a variety of events for the community

The lineup for this year's Fall Arts Celebration will invite audiences to behold the power and mystery of water, see history differently and more.

Jul 30, 2019


New Music Ensemble readies spring release of commercial CD featuring national park compositions

The group recently received a grant from an organization that supports the creation of new music.

Jul 22, 2019


GVSU professor: Space exploration and religion have a long shared history

Deana Weibel has done extensive research on religion and space exploration

Jul 19, 2019


Plans underway to create world's largest periodic table at GVSU

The event will be held in October as part of National Chemistry Week.

Jul 18, 2019


Faculty member's first novel named a must-read by Oprah Magazine

The book by Caitlin Horrocks is a historical fiction novel based on an eccentric French composer.

Jul 16, 2019


Geology faculty member studying climate change through National Science Foundation grant

A Grand Valley faculty member is part of a team of researchers receiving a National Science Foundation grant to study climate change by examining warm climates in the geologic past.

Jul 10, 2019


Alumnus leads geology efforts for State of Michigan

Adam Wygant, '93, holds a key position in the Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy.

Jul 8, 2019