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Student researchers express creativity through chalk art project

The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship presented its first Chalk Art Symposium, giving those who have participated in Student Scholars Day the chance to express their artistic side.

Sep 30, 2022


KCON, McLaren Health Care earn award for collaboration to improve access to primary care

KCON and McLaren Health Care earned an AACN award for collaborating to expand health care access and increase the diversity among nurse leaders in rural and underserved communities in Michigan.

Sep 29, 2022


A GVSU clinical ethicist reflects on lending expertise during a once-in-a-century health crisis

Jeffrey Byrnes, assistant professor of philosophy, has worked with a range of community partners.

Sep 21, 2022


Students share research findings at Summer Scholar Showcase

Annual showcase allows students to present data and projects to peers and faculty from a summer of research and exploration.

Sep 8, 2022


Senior project for engineering students brings improvements to Grand Haven musical fountain ahead of anniversary show

Visitors to the Grand Haven Musical Fountain will soon enjoy a new synchronized display that includes two new water features created by engineering students as their senior project.

Aug 19, 2022


Medical anthropologist continues education efforts on COVID-19 vaccine, emphasizes sizable undecided group

Kristin Hedges has been working closely with health care professionals on the messaging efforts.

Aug 18, 2022


Q&A: Al Steinman reflects on his two decades as director of Annis Water Resources Institute

After 21 years at the Robert B. Annis Water Resources Institute, Al Steinman officially steps down from his role as the Allan and Helen Hunting Director on Aug. 5.

Aug 4, 2022



The GVSU greenhouse got its day in the sun when the corpse flower bloomed. Learn more about this key campus resource

The Barbara Kindschi Greenhouse supports both teaching and research with an array of carefully tended plants separated into optimal growing environments.

Jul 20, 2022


Students in environmental studies class immerse themselves on Beaver Island during field school

Ten Grand Valley students had what a faculty member called 'a study abroad experience in the middle of Lake Michigan.'

Jul 19, 2022