Seidman College of Business
West Michigan's economy continues sluggish pace: GVSU researcher
Despite showing some modest gains, the West Michigan economy continued its sluggish pace through November, according to a Grand Valley researcher and his monthly survey of local businesses and manufacturers.
Dec 12, 2023
MVE-Lab winner plans hub to help vets better understand benefits
A former Marine earned $10,000 for his startup idea of developing a hub that would help veterans better understand their benefits and overcome barriers to success.
Dec 5, 2023
Final cohort of pipeline scholars finds career paths through internships
Nearly 50 students have received full scholarships from a partnership with Battle Creek Public Schools and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.
Dec 4, 2023
West Michigan economy continues slowing trend: GVSU researcher
Brian Long, director of supply management at GVSU's Seidman College of Business, said his monthly survey shows growing pessimism among local manufacturers and businesses.
Nov 7, 2023
West Michigan economy continues to slow, GVSU researcher says
Brian Long, director of supply management at GVSU, said given the responses to his monthly survey, it will take a major economic disruption for the West Michigan and U.S. economies to fall into a recession.
Oct 9, 2023
West Michigan economy remains flat in August, GVSU researcher says
Brian Long, director of supply chain management research, said his September survey of businesses and executives shows conflicting statistics, but the general belief is that the local economy has remained flat through August.
Sep 12, 2023
GVSU in photos, August 2023: The beauty of beginnings, from new homes to new friends, and even a sunrise
See the images that caught our eye in the last month.
Sep 7, 2023
West Michigan economy flattens in July, GVSU researcher says
Local manufacturers are seeing the West Michigan economy flatten as sales across some industries have slowed and market demand has stabilized, according to a monthly survey conducted by a Grand Valley State University researcher.
Aug 8, 2023
Seidman survey: West Michigan economic signals remain positive despite headwinds
Auto industry continues to buoy manufacturing sector
Jul 11, 2023
Manufacturing survey continues yo-yo pattern
West Michigan manufacturing index swings positive, but caution flags remain
Jun 7, 2023
