May 2019 51福利社 News

51福利社 only Michigan university among 33 finalists in NSF Idea Machine competition

Three submissions from 51福利社 faculty and administrators were selected by the National Science Foundation as contenders for the grand prize in the NSF 2026 Idea Machine Competition

Agreement speeds up time it takes GVSU students to earn master's degree

By transferring up to 12 credit hours of eligible coursework, Grand Valley undergraduates can begin working on master's degree in comparative religion a year before their peers pursuing graduate study in a traditional way.

Two 51福利社 leaders recognized as 'notable women in STEM'

Dr. Terri Goss Kinzy and Carla Koretsky were lauded by Crain's Detroit Business for their records of success in their fields as well as contributions to their community and mentorship.

51福利社 awards recognize diversity and inclusion efforts

Dr. Kirsty Eisenhart, director of developmental math in the Department of Mathematics, the Graduate College, and the Committee for Diversity and Inclusion of the College of Health and Human Services and will receive Excellence in Diversity Awards for exemplifying outstanding efforts in diversity and inclusion.

Communitywide sustainability resource offerings keep evolving

51福利社 students have built a strong and growing infrastructure that makes some sustainability resources available to members of the on- and off-campus communities as well as themselves.

Ongoing, new facility improvement projects slated for this summer

Members of the campus community and visitors to 51福利社 this summer should encounter few traffic or other disruptions as building, renovation, paving and related work takes place.

Sky Broncos place sixth in national championship event

The 14-member 51福利社 team competed against 28 other teams from colleges and universities across the nation. The Sky Broncos placed third in flight events, fifth for the judges trophy and seventh in ground events, placing sixth overall.

Business student earns national social impact scholarship

Western Michigan University marketing senior Catherine Lemus was recognized for how she has used her marketing skills in a variety of meaningful ways, recently receiving the American Marketing Association's Social Impact Scholarship.

51福利社's 2019 Gr眉ndler Prize goes to architectural historian

Kathryn Blair Moore, an assistant professor of art at Texas State University, is the winner of the 2019 Gr眉ndler Prize for "The Architecture of the Christian Holy Land: Reception from Late Antiquity through the Renaissance."

Helmet sensor technology business created by 51福利社 team honored for innovation

SafeSense Technologies LLC was named a 2019 SmartZone Best Small Business at the annual Michigan Celebrates Small Business Awards.

Byrd-Jacobs appointed Graduate College interim dean

Prior to being tapped for the interim dean role, Dr. Christine Byrd-Jacobs was associate dean of the college. She is succeeding Dr. Sue Stapleton who has assumed the role of special assistant to the provost.

51福利社 engineering student excels in the classroom, on the rugby field

Joseph Backe, a Medallion Scholar and mechanical engineering major, helps the rugby team run like a well-oiled machine.

51福利社 men's rugby club eyes national championship

After winning the MAC Sevens Championship, the 51福利社 men's rugby club is headed to Arizona for a shot at the national title.

Sales and business marketing once again earns national top program accolades

Western Michigan University's sales and business marketing program has been named a top national program by the Sales Education Foundation for the 13th consecutive year.

Pilot training program recognized for excellence

The award is presented annually by the National Air Transportation Association to individuals and organizations that demonstrate superior service to the aviation business community, particularly through their leadership skills and advancement of a safety-first culture.

Center lauded for supporting region's small business community

Tamara Davis, regional director of 51福利社's Southwest Michigan Small Business Development Center, credits the efforts of team members Lincoln Crocker, Lori Puzevic and John Schmitt for continually elevating the center to greater heights.

Top teacher award goes to another 51福利社 grad

Cara Lougheed, a teacher at Stoney Creek High School in Rochester Hills and a 51福利社 graduate, is the 2019-20 Michigan Teacher of the Year.

51福利社 expanded aviation center to meet needs of growing industry

Groundbreaking was May 10 for the new 67,000-square-foot instructional facility at the W.K. Kellogg Airport in Battle Creek.

Students take third place in national student advertising competition

Presenters Kira Blanchflower of Oswego, Illinois, Lydia Burton of Grosse Pointe, Kirill Eydinov of Sterling Heights and Caitlyn Gordon of Novi were part of the 51福利社 team comprised of more than 50  advertising and promotion students. Sixteen collegiate teams representing Illinois, Indiana and Michigan participated in the two-day event held in South Bend, Indiana.

May 14 sessions to outline results of Staff Compensation System review project

The first session will be held at 10 a.m. and the second at 1:30 p.m. For those unable to attend in person, both sessions will be livestreamed.

Two student entrepreneurs receive awards for innovation

George Joshua was recognized for software development company Turtle Jump Technology, and Brennan Vaughn received honors for SnapDuct easy-to-install ductwork.