Sociology

Three faculty earn Fulbright Scholar, Specialist awards

Joel Stillerman will spend a semester at Universidad Central de Chile; Jeffrey Kelly Lowenstein and Ranelle Brew each received specialist awards for short-term assignments.

May 21, 2024


GVSU stream research project connects high school students to larger Shedd Aquarium study

The sucker migration study project led by Amanda Buday also includes ties to John Ball Zoo.

Mar 28, 2024


Undergraduate researchers find mentorship through independent projects

Three students delved into sociology research projects and gave presentations at conferences.

Dec 7, 2023


TRIO programs celebrate students during First-Gen Day

Andy Beachnau, assistant vice president for Student Affairs, was recognized for his dedication to students.

Nov 8, 2023


GVSU again recognized nationally for its commitment to Latino student success

Grand Valley was among 15 national higher education institutions to be recognized for its commitment to Latino student success during a September 30 ceremony.

Sep 30, 2022



Two McNair Scholars earn full scholarships to begin graduate school

Two of Grand Valley's McNair Scholars earned full scholarships to begin their doctoral degree programs at Michigan State University in the fall semester.

May 20, 2021


Alumni to share Laker Effect stories, professional experiences during multiple presentations

A mathematician who works for Disney and the investigative reporter who broke the Larry Nassar sex abuse story will be among 10 alumni from Grand Valley's College of Liberal Arts of Sciences who will return to campus to speak about their professional experiences. The CLAS Distinguished Alumni-in-Residence will participate in presentations, lectures, Q&A sessions and meet-and-greet opportunities on the Allendale Campus October 1-5.

Sep 28, 2018


Panel will discuss freedom of speech, civil discourse

The Pew Faculty Learning and Teaching Center will host a panel discussion for the campus community about the role of faculty members and the boundaries of free speech in the classroom.

Sep 14, 2017


Three GVSU faculty members earn Core Fulbright Scholar awards

Three faculty members earned Core Fulbright Scholar awards to teach or conduct research for a semester overseas.

Mar 27, 2017