News from Grand Valley State University

Division of People, Equity, and Culture

Affinity groups plan graduation ceremonies

Five celebrations will be held in April for diverse students who are graduating.

Apr 10, 2019


Muslim students to hold vigil in response to New Zealand mass shooting

The Muslim Student Association will hold a vigil for the community Thursday, March 21, at the Cook Carillon Tower on the Allendale Campus to honor the victims of the terrorist attack at two New Zealand mosques.

Mar 20, 2019


Events set to celebrate Campus Interfaith Week

From a Habitat for Humanity build to "Speedfaithing," many activities are planned to celebrate Campus Interfaith Week, March 25-30.

Mar 19, 2019


McIntosh earns national recognition

Kevin McIntosh, coordinator of Campus Interfaith Resources, was recognized for his work on campus by a national Jewish foundation dedicated to empowering young people.

Mar 5, 2019


Events planned to celebrate Asian American culture

Grand Valley will host the annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Celebration with a series of events through April. 

Feb 8, 2019


Tours offer perspectives on religions

Grand Valley students learned about Buddhism firsthand during a Sacred Site Visit at the Grand Rapids Buddhist Temple and Zen Center on January 18.

Feb 4, 2019


Series of events planned for Black History Month

A discussion about the Grand Rapids riots, a musical tribute to Black Gospel, and the history of Black Islam are just a few of the events planned throughout the month of February to celebrate Black History Month at Grand Valley.

Feb 4, 2019


DSR moves to the Connection

Disability Support Resources has moved to the Lynn M. Blue Connection, effective January 28.

Jan 30, 2019


MLK speaker urges students to question 'comfort and convenience'

Grand Valley alumna Shannon Cohen told an audience of mostly students that she didn't learn about equity and justice only in college classes.

Jan 23, 2019


MLK speaker challenges audience perception of King

David Stovall, professor at the University of Illinois-Chicago, contends that when people consider Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. many think only of the man who gave the "I Have a Dream" speech in Washington, D.C., in 1963.

Jan 21, 2019