Articles by Peg West

Grand Valley alumnus creating Pride-related mural in downtown Grand Rapids

An artist and Grand Valley alumnus is transforming part of the surface of a downtown Grand Rapids street with a mural commemorating Pride Month.

Jun 27, 2019


Annual Community Field Day highlights what shines in nature

The annual celebration of outdoor activities that connects Grand Valley and the Allendale community continued this year with an exploration of the moon and the stars, glowing rocks and one of the best things about summer, fireflies.

Jun 25, 2019


DTE Energy commercial showcases ancient artistic technique done in Grand Valley foundry

The foundry that is part of the Department of Visual and Media Arts is featured in a recent DTE Energy commercial, giving viewers a chance to see part of an ancient casting technique that Grand Valley artists regularly execute for projects.

Jun 24, 2019


ReACT! Peer Theatre members, faculty member, hone interactive theater craft at conference

Seven Grand Valley students who are part of ReACT! Peer Theatre joined Allison Metz, associate professor of theater, at a conference to discover new ways to present their messages through interactive theater.

Jun 18, 2019


Concert series to feature carillonneurs from around the world in a milestone season

Carillonneurs from around the world will fill GVSU's Allendale and Grand Rapids campuses with music this summer during the annual concert series that this year marks 25 years of performances at the Cook Carillon Tower.

Jun 17, 2019


GVSU faculty member, students play key role in USA Today investigation

A Grand Valley faculty member is at the center of a national story about failed reverse mortgages and the toll they have taken on senior citizens, particularly African American borrowers in large cities.

Jun 14, 2019