Articles by Leah Twilley
National leadership program comes to Grand Valley
Nearly 60 students participated in Grand Valley's first LeaderShape Institute, held May 4-9.
May 17, 2017
Grand Valley receives gold status from national sustainability group
Grand Valley has again received gold status after completing a sustainability assessment developed by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.
May 17, 2017
Computing graduates filling high-demand jobs in West Michigan
The demand for computing professionals is at an all-time high nationally and Grand Valley State University is working to fill that need.
May 16, 2017
1967-2017: commencement marks 50 years
Laker pride was at an all-time high when more than 3,200 students walked across the stage at commencement ceremonies held April 28 and 29.
May 1, 2017
Grand Valley to celebrate new graduates
More than 3,000 Grand Valley State University students will participate in commencement ceremonies April 28 and 29 at Van Andel Arena in downtown Grand Rapids.
Apr 28, 2017
Student-developed app helps farmworkers
AgHelp ý "the Yelp for farmworkers" ý is an app that connects seasonal farmworkers with resources and farms that are hiring.
Apr 27, 2017
President Haas prepares for commencement
As commencement nears, Grand Valley President Thomas J. Haas has been busy getting ready for the grand ceremonies April 28 and 29.
Apr 27, 2017
New event teaches young girls about social justice
A new event created by the Women's Center invited young students to Grand Valley April 15 for a day of storytelling and discussion. The Girls of Color Summit included 45 middle and high school students from West Michigan.
Apr 25, 2017
Human trafficking survivor to give presentation
A human rights activist who is a survivor of human trafficking and domestic violence will give a keynote presentation April 21 during Sexual Assault Awareness Month at Grand Valley. Brooke Axtell's presentation, "Sexual Consent and Healthy Relationships," will take place from 11 a.m.-noon in the Kirkhof Center, room 2204.
Apr 18, 2017
Funeral arrangements set for Steven Hecht
Funeral arrangements have been announced for Steven Hecht, associate professor of biomedical sciences, who died April 5.
Apr 7, 2017