University Development
Genomic medicine is focus of colloquy and conference
The 2018 DeVos Medical Ethics Colloquy will focus on the ethics of genome editing, a process by which precise alterations are made to an organism's genetic material.
Mar 19, 2018
WGVU to address racial disparities through community engagement
WGVU Public Media will launch "Shaping Narratives," a project aimed at increasing West Michigan's capacity to influence public narratives affecting children and families of color. The project is funded by a $538,000 grant from the W.K. Kellogg Foundation of Battle Creek, Michigan.
Mar 15, 2018
Blue announces retirement from Grand Valley after 50 years
When Lynn "Chick" McNamara Blue was hired at Grand Valley State University as a clerk typist in 1968, she was put on a six-month probation. Her performance must have been acceptable because she is now a vice president and will break the record for the longest-serving employee when she passes the 50-year mark in September. While she noted she is definitely a Laker for a Lifetime, Blue announced she will stop showing up at the office each day at the end of this year.
Mar 12, 2018
Longtime head of Facilities Planning to retire
James Moyer, associate vice president for Facilities Planning and member of the President's Cabinet, will retire March 31. During Moyer's 22-year career at Grand Valley, he managed the development of more than 4 million square feet of expansion at the university, including major building projects at the Allendale and Grand Rapids campuses and centers in Muskegon.
Mar 9, 2018
Four students selected as Stanford University Innovation Fellows
Four Grand Valley students have been selected to the University Innovation Fellows program at Stanford University, where they will work with students from other universities, faculty and administrators to create new learning opportunities.
Mar 1, 2018
Grand Valley's President Haas announces retirement in 2019
Grand Valley State University President Thomas J. Haas announced he will retire, effective June 30, 2019. He became the university's fourth president in 2006 and has led Grand Valley through a steady period of managed growth and success. He has consistently credited his wife, Marcia, for her support of him and the university, and he has always led with the idea that students come first.
Feb 28, 2018
Three people to be honored during reception
Three people will be honored during the annual Celebrating Women in Sport and Physical Activity reception, which is set for Saturday, February 10.
Feb 5, 2018
Scholarship established by vice president reflects history of dedication to students
Known for her unwavering dedication to students, Lynn (Chick) Blue, vice president for Enrollment Development, has established a new scholarship that will support students who otherwise could not afford to attend Grand Valley.
Jan 30, 2018
Tickets for GVSU Night at Comerica Park on sale
For the second straight year, Comerica Park in Detroit will turn Laker blue for one night during a special Tigers game that will benefit the Grand Valley community.
Jan 29, 2018
Grand Valley State mourns loss of John Canepa, business leader, philanthropist
Grand Valley State University leaders join others in West Michigan mourning the loss of John Canepa, who died January 25. Canepa used his business acumen and his generosity to change the landscape of the city and to support the university with fierce dedication.
Jan 25, 2018
