Articles by Brian Vernellis
West Michigan economy stalls after four-month growth, says GVSU survey
Brian Long, director of supply management research at the Seidman College of Business, said his monthly survey of local businesses and purchasing managers reflected sharp declines in two key indices.
Jul 10, 2024
Website to help voters sift through misinformation this election season
The new website, The People's Guide, was unveiled prior to the first of a series of scheduled debates between President Joe Biden and former president and presumed 2024 Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump.
Jun 27, 2024
Survey shows another month of modest growth for West Michigan economy
A GVSU survey of West Michigan purchasing managers and businesses indicates the region's economy continues to chug along at a steady pace after posting a fourth straight month of modest growth.
Jun 11, 2024
Varsity, club teams excel on national level
The Lakers' varsity and club athletic teams compiled another championship season, bringing home national titles, NCAA individual titles and the GLIAC President's Cup for the 30th time.
Jun 6, 2024
Nonprofit with GVSU roots unites volunteers for projects across Michigan
Michigan Cares for Tourism, a nonprofit founded by a GVSU faculty member, has been organizing restoration projects at parks and recreation areas across the state since 2012.
May 23, 2024
Hauenstein Center to host annual conference for veterans
The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies welcomes veterans, mental health advocates, counselors and caregivers to its annual Hidden Wounds of War Conference on May 23 at the DeVos Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
May 20, 2024
K-12 students exhibit environmental projects at Groundswell showcase
Grand Rapids area K-12 students unveiled their environmental research at the annual Groundswell Student Project Showcase at the DeVos Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus this week.
May 16, 2024
Grand Valley, Hauenstein Center part of coalition to host debates this fall
A coalition of universities and civic and economic organizations aim to host a series of regional debates to help voters gain a deeper understanding on the policies and platforms from candidates seeking statewide office.
May 15, 2024
Graduate's startup takes top prize at veterans pitch competition
Members of Cohort 13 in the Michigan Veteran Entrepreneur-Lab made their final pitches to a panel of judges, family and friends at the L. William Seidman Center as part of the MVE-Lab's Pitch and Showcase.
May 14, 2024
West Michigan economy continues modest growth, says GVSU researcher
A survey of West Michigan businesses and managers conducted by a Grand Valley researcher shows a promising trend of modest economic growth for the region’s economy.
May 7, 2024
