University Development

DTE president says learn 'soft skills' of business early

Gerry Anderson, president and CEO of DTE Energy, stressed the importance of soft skills during a presentation as part of the Peter F. Secchia Breakfast lecture April 17 in the Eberhard Center.

Apr 17, 2019


Lynn "Chick" Blue honored for career dedicated to students, university

Lynn "Chick" Blue, '86, vice president for Enrollment Development, was honored for a legacy of mentoring students and her support for the university.

Apr 9, 2019


Naming ceremony for Blue Connection to be held April 9

Lynn "Chick" Blue, '86, vice president for Enrollment Development, will be honored for her longtime dedication to students and support for Grand Valley during a naming ceremony for the Lynn M. Blue Connection on the Allendale Campus.

Apr 4, 2019


Sustainability Champions recognized

Nearly 50 students, faculty and staff, and community members were recognized as Sustainability Champions during the 11th annual awards luncheon March 22 in the Kirkhof Center.

Mar 25, 2019


Hundreds expected to volunteer during COW

Hundreds of Lakers are expected to participate in the 10th annual Community Outreach Week, set for March 23-30.

Mar 14, 2019


New scholarship honors retired professor

Grand Valley alumni, faculty and friends established the Bennet L. Rudolph Endowed Marketing Scholarship to honor the retired professor of marketing.

Feb 28, 2019


Education equals Michigan talent: Governor and Grand Valley president agree

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Grand Valley State University President Thomas J. Haas have a unifying message: education is a priority for the future of Michigan.

Feb 13, 2019


GVSU mourns death of former GVU foundation director and longtime supporter

Gary Verplank, longtime supporter of Grand Valley State University's Robert B. Annis Water Resources Institute and member of the Grand Valley University Foundation advisory committee, died February 11; he was 78.

Feb 13, 2019


GVSU receives $600,000 grant to fund scholarships for nursing

Grand Valley State University's Kirkhof College of Nursing received a $600,000 grant to fund scholarships for students who are pursuing nursing as a career and have earned a bachelor's degree in another field.

Feb 11, 2019


David Hooker honored by GVSU Board of Trustees

David Hooker, president and CEO of Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park and former member of Grand Valley State University's Board of Trustees, was honored by the board at its February 8 meeting held at the L. William Seidman Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.

Feb 8, 2019