Division of People, Equity, and Culture
Orientations held for students of color
This year for the first time, an orientation was held for first-year African American students. The Black Excellence Orientation followed the same model as Laker Familia, now in its fourth year of serving new Latino/a students.
Aug 24, 2017
Inaugural Native American youth camp held on campus
Nearly 20 high school students were on campus this week participating in an inaugural Native American youth camp.
Jun 29, 2017
Receptions held for diverse graduates
Receptions at the end of April celebrated the achievements of diverse graduates.
May 9, 2017
Latino/a students celebrate graduation, Laker Familia
Friends and family members joined nearly 30 graduates to celebrate their achievements at the Latino/a Graduation Ceremony April 28 at the Kirkhof Center.
May 3, 2017
Grant will fund initiative to support students from foster care system
Grand Valley received a $375,000 state grant to establish an initiative to support students who have experienced foster care.
May 1, 2017
Celebrations set for graduating students from diverse backgrounds
Students from diverse backgrounds will celebrate their graduations at ceremonies planned by the Division of Inclusion and Equity and faculty/staff affinity groups.
Apr 24, 2017
Recommendations from climate survey action groups revealed
Recommendations related to results from the 2015 myGVSU Climate Survey were discussed at an open forum March 30 in the Kirkhof Center.
Mar 31, 2017
Forum will detail myGVSU Campus Climate recommendations
Recommendations and action plans related to results from the myGVSU Climate Survey will be discussed at a campus forum on Thursday, March 30, at 10:30 a.m. in the Kirkhof Center, Pere Marquette Room.
Mar 27, 2017
Lecture to examine the racialization of religion in America
Simran Jeet Singh, assistant professor of religion at Trinity University and senior religion fellow with the Sikh Coalition, will present the annual Rabbi Philip Sigal Memorial Lecture on March 30. The presentation will take place from 7-8:30 p.m. in Loosemore Auditorium. This event is LIB 100 and 201 approved for students.
Mar 23, 2017
Technology symposium will feature faculty presentations, keynote
The annual Teaching and Learning with Technology Symposium will feature a keynote address about the benefits of universal design for learning for all students, including those who have disabilities.
Mar 15, 2017