Alumni

Graduates, faculty member making a difference as school counselors in Alaska

On the outskirts of civilization in Alaska, three counselors with Grand Valley connections are building a network of support for children in a rural school district.

Jan 13, 2022

Grand Valley graduate Joseph Hausler smiles for a photo at Portage Lake in Alaska

Division of People, Equity, and Culture

Slate of speakers will reflect on legacy of King during commemoration week events

To commemorate the life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Grand Valley will host four virtual or in-person presentations by speakers and a day of service.

Jan 11, 2022

headshots of, from left, Jamillah Ali-Joyce, Cheryl Brown Henderson, Elijah Anderson and Littisha Bates

School of Engineering

GVSU graduates working on next generation of vehicles

Grand Valley graduates are playing a part in developing the future of transportation, working at companies across the country developing electric vehicles and autonomous, self-driving platforms.

Dec 21, 2021

Engineer works with self-driving vehicle

Padnos College of Engineering

GVSU crew activates amateur radio at remote lighthouse in Lake Superior

'DX-pedition' to activate radio inside the lighthouse drew awareness of the Superior Watershed Partnership and Land Conservancy.

Nov 4, 2021

two people attaching a Grand Valley State University flag near the top of a lighthouse

Community Engagement

GVSU graduate helping hundreds of Afghan refugees transition to area

The 2014 graduate understands the journey ahead for Afghans; he was once a refugee.

Oct 8, 2021

Dilli Gautam sits in a chair in front of seven country flags

Cook Leadership Academy alumni share experiences with students

Four alumni of the Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy shared their professional experiences during a discussion for the current generation of academy students at Loosemore Auditorium on Grand Valleyýs Pew Campus.

Sep 27, 2021

Panelists discussing topic at Loosemore Auditorium

Sustainability and Environmental Education

Alumni brothers plant 'U-pick' sunflower field to raise spirits during pandemic

Brothers Ross and Jordan Bremer, alumni of the Seidman College of Business, were looking for a way to bring joy to their community during the COVID-19 pandemic. They leveraged their years of farming experience to plant a 'U-pick' sunflower field near the Allendale Campus.

Jul 30, 2021