Seidman College of Business
GVSU economist: 2018 off to a good start
The West Michigan economy is starting off on a positive note, according to a Grand Valley State University expert. "The numbers for January are better than we expected," said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in the Seidman College of Business.
Feb 6, 2018
GVSU students showcase vehicle at Michigan International Auto Show
When people steer their way to the Michigan International Auto Show at DeVos Place this weekend in Grand Rapids, they will have the opportunity to see a racing vehicle designed and built by students from Grand Valley State University. Students are part of an exhibition of student-made cars at the West Michigan Society of Automotive Engineers booth.
Feb 2, 2018
Students design, build new products for GE
Students from Grand Valley and Kendall College of Art and Design recently teamed up to design and build two new home products for FirstBuild, GE Appliance's microfactory.
Jan 29, 2018
GVSU economist predicts local growth for 2018; shallow recession in 2019
Paul Isely, professor of economics and associate dean in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University, unveiled his annual benchmark survey of the regional economy and predictions for 2018 at an event January 17.
Jan 17, 2018
Researchers find rate of Michigan uninsured drops below 10 percent
Researchers from Grand Valley and Tulane universities have found the rate of people without health insurance in Michigan has dropped below 10 percent, yet barriers to obtaining health care remain problematic.
Jan 12, 2018
GVSU economist: 2017 ends with solid growth
Historically, the end of the year has sometimes been rough for the West Michigan economy, however, a Grand Valley State University economic expert said the local economy finished 2017 on solid footing.
Jan 5, 2018
Health care trends will be detailed at January event
Faculty members and expert panelists will provide a glimpse into health-related trends and issues that could affect the region at the ninth annual West Michigan Health Care Economic Forecast on January 12.
Dec 18, 2017
GVSU economist: Local economy looks strong for 2018
Professor Brian Long said the West Michigan economy looks strong for the new year and 2018 could be one of the best years in a decade.
Dec 6, 2017
Success of West Side dependent on collaboration, retaining talent
Community leaders emphasized inclusiveness, collaboration and developing talent as some of the keys to a successful future for Grand Rapids' West Side.
Nov 29, 2017
Event to focus on transformation of Grand Rapids' West Side
The Grand Rapids "West Side Story" is a long-running venture built on collaboration. At an event sponsored by Grand Valley State University's Seidman College of Business, community leaders will share the story of how neighborhoods on the West Side have been transformed over the past 16 years.
Nov 28, 2017
