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2016
January
SVSU to host 600 high school students
Dow Corning executive to keynote regional MLK
SVSU students compete in moot court tournament
National spotlight shines on SVSU alum Janis
SVSU student team wins national sportsmanship
SVSU, Dow to dedicate mobile science lab
SVSU students fare well in moot court tournament
SVSU and Dow showcase new mobile lab
SVSU community skating event at Hoyt Park
SVSU profs to use Braun Fellowship fund
February
leading speakers and other events for B.H.M.
Berry honored as outstanding educator
SVSU welcomes author Julie Iromuanya
Yelkur shares insights on Super Bowl Commercials
SVSU students to analyze Super Bowl 50 commercials
Gershwin, Bach, Mozart featured in concert
SVSU to host ‘Heart of Teaching’ event
SVSU hosts 2nd annual STEM teachers dinner
SVSU to offer college credits to graduates
SVSU and Saginaw Choral Society in concert
SVSU Board grants tenure to 17 faculty
Book Islam in Detroit wins SVSU literature award
SVSU theatre to perform 'Terra Nova
first-place finishes at forensics competition
Survivor determined to battle cancer
Bay City Handy students to visit SVSU
SVSU Intercultural Night to feature ‘Olympics’
Historian to talk race, gender, ghosts
Important Information for Pearson Users
SVSU students assisting Chesaning with Marketing
March
SVSU Relay For Life raises $37K
Best in Midwest for inspiring student giving
Seeking partner for Battle of the Valleys
Experts to discuss Syria’s national crisis
SVSU students volunteer across the U.S.
SVSU names 'Best in Business' awards recipients
SVSU Art Gallery showcase
SVSU to honor ‘Heroes in Education’
summer writing workshop for local teachers
writing workshops for Huron County teachers
Top honors at Michigan forensics tournament
SVSU to host entrepreneur and author Michael Drew
SVSU alum leads social media for NCAA tournament
Media Advisory BB 2016
SVSU welcomes brass quartet Cones and Tones for co
SVSU welcomes author Andy Mozina for reading serie
SVSU sees growing interest from employers for emp
Headless Horseman will ride through SVSU's 'Sleepy
April
Islamic scholar to speak at SVSU for Akbar Lecture
Historian to talk race, gender & ghosts
SVSU Concert Band to perform
professor to discuss 19th century black literature
honors service and dedication at awards banquet
SVSU students receive statewide honors
Haitian composer Sydney Guillaume to lead concert
SVSU to show new PBS film
SVSU students to team up with AmeriCorps
SVSU students honored for outstanding innovation
SVSU Jazz Ensemble to be joined by guest pianist
SVSU free youth sports clinics receive boost
Concert featuring Percussion Ensemble Valley Steel
health and human services credit transfer
SVSU to save nearly $7 million for students
SVSU honors ‘Heroes in Education’ for K-12 schools
SVSU students to present
Healthcare CEO & SVSU alum to address 2016 grads
SVSU announces new scholarship for Saginaw Promise
students to attend national conference
May
Metiva named Michigan’s best student employee
Graduating seniors 2016: Megan VanFleteren
Graduating seniors 2016: Riley Hupfer
Graduating seniors 2016: Brandon Jones
First graduates of historic joint degree program
Graduating seniors 2016: Ashli Maser
Graduating seniors 2016: Chi Weng
Graduating seniors 2016: Dustyn Tubbs
Graduating seniors 2016: Emmanuel Avelino
Graduating seniors 2016: Keshara Mumford
Graduating seniors 2016: Kimberly Salwey
Graduating seniors 2016: Madeline Lefere
Graduating seniors 2016: Nicole Calandrino
Graduating seniors 2016: Christina Swain
Graduating seniors 2016: Emily Short
Graduating seniors 2016: Marianna Cuevas
Graduating seniors 2016: Scott Stanford
Graduating seniors 2016: Taylor Fisher
SVSU Board Approves
Alum Sworn in as Saginaw Police Officer Tonight
Cardinal Formula Racing
Next class for leadership development program
Students to partner with Hidden Harvest
Cardinal Formula Racing adapts and perseveres
SVSU honors outstanding nurses at annual awards
students analyze sports physics
SVSU Art Gallery hosting student exhibition
Seat belt safety and STEM learning
Great things ahead for 2016 SVSU graduates
June
student accepted to challenging research program
neuroscience student honored for brain research
Board approves tuition increase of 4.19 percent
New degree: Master of Arts - Public Administration
August
Hoping for national awards in Atlanta
Old meters turned into artwork
SVSU students earn accolades from Enterprise
SVSU earns top certification
SMOM August Bruce Zimmerman
SMOM July Dan Strasz
SMOM Heidi Chernich
September
swim Straits of Mackinac
Campus Alert - Shooting Incident
encouraging signs in freshman class
TEDxSVSU draws engaging speakers
SVSU lecture series lineup
Saginaw NAACP honors SVSU alumni, faculty, staff
Pamela Wegener, September SMOM
Phillip Hanson, lecturer of art
October
SVSU employment, networking fair this Friday
SVSU hosts reading by decorated poet Marcus Wicker
SVSU Wind Ensemble in concert Oct. 13
‘The Cripple of Inishmaan’ kicks off SVSU theatre
“Reaching for Opportunity” report
SVSU faculty and students recognized
Former SVSU president to discuss Supreme Court
SVSU to host third annual Alumni Authors Showcase
Popular physicist Michio Kaku to visit SVSU
Reflections exclusive: Hamilton muses on career
Rose Butterfly: The fall and rise of Jaeleen Davis
Latino Student Advancement Conference
SVSU partners with CMU College of Medicine
SVSU’s Cardinal Singers share vocal talents
SVSU Board approves easement for Saginaw water
Writer Samrat Upadhyay to speak at SVSU
SVSU supplies talent for teaching positions
Preserving the Goodridge Brothers photos
SVSU student wins first place
‘battle’ to raise funds to help the hungry
SMOM Kate Scott October 2016
Kay Castillo-Faculty Profile
November
International Food Festival 2016
Welcome Bad Axe, Merrill students for writing
SVSU students support Hidden Harvest
SVSU honors proud alumni
SVSU students’ giving spirit
‘A Raisin in the Sun’ to rise at SVSU
Breaking Winds Bassoon Quartet to perform at SVSU
SVSU earns Best for Vets
SVSU Concert Choir set for November 17 performance
SVSU team makes the case
“Cardboard City” raise awareness of homelessness
SVSU Student Association creates scholarship
Prince, Bowie, Hendrix music
SVSU student continues winning ways
SVSU selects K-12 educators for Gerstacker
outstanding research projects as undergraduate
SVSU students head to regional Ethics Bowl
1940s radio show-style holiday production
100 fourth grade students for Hour of Code event
Media Advisory CBB 2016
Professor receives national neuroscience honor
SMOM-Lisa Micsak November 2016
Faculty profile - Khandaker Abir Rahman
December
Hosting state festival for high school thespians
Communications executive
Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to speak
student earns national recognition
Friday symposium to showcase SVSU students
Four SVSU forensics students qualify for nationals
teams advance to moot court nationals
College of Education earns 7-year accreditation
SVSU students empowered to explore
room and board rates for 2018-19
SVSU promotes Bowrin to business dean
SVSU promotes Peretz to dean of ABS
SVSU Holiday Video 2016
July
SVSU hires for student affairs position
Art scholar studies archives at SVSU
SVSU named 2016 ‘Great College to Work For’
SVSU receives grants for new cross country trail
Carly Peil's Draken journey blog
2015
January
Community-engaged university
Community Leaders on Community Engagement
SVSU Foundation tops $1 million milestone
SVSU hosts 'Feminism and Hip Hop' lecture
SVSU Business Dean with new Super Bowl ad finding
Author to discuss Martin Luther King Jr
SVSU names Jim Dwyer exec director alum relations
Saginaw County Judge Jackson to speak at SVSU
SVSU to Host Japan Expert for 2 Public Talks
Professional Profile January 2015
February
SVSU social work senior finds career calling
SVSU professor and students conservation efforts
SVSU prof wins natl award/metalcasting research
SVSU Theatre presents Shakespeare's ‘Othello’
SVSU Board approves WiFi upgrades
SVSU Offers a 'Taste of Soul' Feb. 18
Pulitzer Prize winner Isabel Wilkerson to speak
SVSU names Wierda to lead STEM initiatives
SVSU Honors Outstanding Graduates
SVSU theatre alum influences arts scenes globally
SVSU to host annual college night
SVSU Students Teach Kids to Draw Comics
Professional Profile February 2015
March
SVSU jazz concert to feature music of John Coltran
Islamic studies expert to give lecture at SVSU
Anti-slavery advocate, historian to visit SVSU
SVSU named top 20 business school
SVSU honors 'Best in Business' at award ceremony
SVSU Student Association seeks charity benefactor
SVSU Rhea Miller Concert Series features pianist
SVSU program to improve literacy, writing ed.
SVSU, Delta alumna found calling in mathematics
SVSU Receives Senate Tribute/Community Engagement
SVSU chemistry student accepted for elite program
Best employer turn-out in 10 years for employees
program encouraging women to seek office
Novelist Larry Watson to speak at SVSU
April
SVSU's Crainer named top student adviser
SVSU graphic design student wins 2 gold ADDYs
SVSU secures DEQ grant to study Bad Axe Creek
SVSU Concert Band to perform 2015
SVSU Welcomes ‘One of the Hottest Young Trios’
Author Éireann Lorsung to present at SVSU
SVSU Theatre presents How To Succeed in Business
SVSU to Introduce Children to Foreign Culture
SVSU hires Frank Hall as Dean of SET
Retired President Address SVSU Graduates
SVSU Steel Band in concert Tuesday
SVSU Percussion Ensemble to perform in concert
SVSU choirs to perform Handel’s ‘Messiah’
SVSU Honors Businessman/Philanthropist
SVSU grad wins national moot court competition
ResNet Wireless Updates Finished Ahead of Schedule
SVSU to join effort to beautify Saginaw’s Houghton
SVSU Hires Linda Sims
Skype for Business to Replace Lync
Guest Guitarist to perform with SVSU Jazz Ensemble
Visual Hacking: The Eyes Have It
Registration open for SVSU Literacy summer clinic
SVSU students explore alternatives to handshake
SVSU, Delta College offer joint program in nursing
SVSU, mascot deliver needed supplies to school
Survey shows majority satisfied w/climate survey
SVSU grad to attend esteemed public policy school
Samantha Jackson
Emily VanFleteren
April Lukowski
Micah Skidmore
Miranda Strasburg
Lexee Longwell
Garrick Salois
Last-minute call leads to SVSU chance to shine
Luke Sheppard
Brandon Skwirsk
SVSU student wins national viral video contest
Valerie Adams
Stephanie Marr
Rashed Aldubayyan
Shantinique Beverly
Terrance Moore
Evan Linskey
April Lukowski
May
Frankenmuth 19-year-old to graduate from SVSU
Great things ahead for 2015 SVSU graduates
SVSU community to support Nepal earthquake victims
Update Your Device's Software
SVSU Board Awards Degrees to 1,100 Graduates
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing ready to compete
Students select ‘Get Outside for Healthier Inside'
SVSU theatre grad hired at Disney
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing team places 26th
SVSU study supports link between blight & crime
ITS is now in the Portal!
SVSU Hosting Export Workshops for Regional Mfg.
SVSU honors outstanding nurses
SVSU's Berry earns athletic trainer awards
June
SVSU director Woiderski earns state recognition
SVSU chooses next class for leadership development
SVSU students vie for Miss Michigan crown
SVSU earns Ntl Weather Service’s StormReady status
SVSU Board Approves Tuition Increase of 3.2 %
Board Approves Contract with Support Staff 2015
11th Annual Marshall M. Fredericks Saints, Sinners
SVSU student studying in Quebec as Morley intern
July
Statement from SVSU President Donald Bachand
SVSU Athletics Receives GLIAC CommEngagmnt Award
SVSU to offer endorsement for special ed students
Limited tickets on sale for TED Talks-style event
SVSU Students Construct Playground Equipment
August
Moot court program attains top 20 ranking
High school educators, students attend STEM
SVSU's K-12 Literacy Specialist Endorsement
SVSU creates graduate fellowship
SVSU earns 'Best Dorms' in Michigan ranking
SVSU welcomes expert on climate change
September
UComm - 15 - Eman Mohammed opens Fall Focus
UComm - 16 - Foundation raises $28 million
UComm-16-Campaign results in 200 new scholarships
Political philosopher headlines next Fall Focus
October
1 - UComm - Rush Lecture
1 - UComm - Healthway Pharmacy
2 - UComm - GLB Youth Leadership
13 - UComm - SVSU Board Approves Major Investment
13 - UComm - SVSU program offers free writing
14 - UComm - Links explored in SVSU Lecture
15 - UComm - SVSU interest for employment fair
16 - UComm - SVSU Rhea Miller Concert Series
20 - UComm - The power of music discussed
21 - UComm - Chris Pryor
22 - UComm - SVSU graduate overcomes
23 - UComm - Gembrowski family
23- UComm - New thinking about mind and brain
27 - UComm - SVSU research and Midland County
29 - UComm - Izabela Szymanska
27 - UComm - SVSU 2015 Homecoming Court
28 - UComm - Midwest African-Americans remembered
29 - UComm - Rocky Horror Picture Show Riot '79
November
2- UComm - Grad’s program teaches at-risk youths
How to Handle Suspicious Emails
3 - UComm - SVSU jazz concert
3 - UComm - SVSU welcomes couple to improve life
4 - UComm - SVSU raises funds for Get Outside
4 - UComm - Dottie Millar
6 - UComm - SVSU alum and instructor
6 - UComm - SVSU concert features string quartet
9 - UComm - Kate Cardinali
9 - UComm - Record participation in food festival
9 - UComm - Author Joni Tevis to speak at SVSU
9 - UComm - SVSU tops in MI for ‘Best for Vets'
11 - UComm - SVSU students shine in competition
12 - UComm - Amy Pierce
12 - UComm - SVSU student wins top research honor
12 - UComm - SVSU honored for top wellness program
16 - UComm - SVSU theatre to present 'Safe'
16 - UComm - Hoke places 'Safe' bet on SVSU
17 - UComm - Alumni Relations: We Want You
17 - UComm - SVSU research study
20 - UComm - George Corser
20 - UComm - SVSU group to present at Oxford
20 - UComm - SVSU marching band to perform
23 - UComm - Marcia Shannon
30 - UComm - Q & A with Schlaff and Baruth
25 - UComm - SVSU Concert Choir to perform
25 - UComm - SVSU student receives award
25 - UComm - Michigan college students compete
25 - UComm - SVSU hosts Hour of Code
December
02 - UComm - SVSU selects Gerstacker Fellows
04 - UComm - SVSU's ‘Radio Show’-style returns
04 - UComm - SVSU hires new police chief
08 - UComm - Puia named among top educators
08 - UComm - SVSU steel band & percussion concert
08 - UComm - SVSU jazz ensemble concert with guest
08 - UComm - SVSU music students to perform works
SVSU alum Dexter to speak at commencement
SVSU hosts 800 high school students
SVSU Board approves $12 million Zahnow Renovation
22 - UComm - Happy Holidays from SVSU
SVSU students support young cancer patient
SVSU contributes to new environment
2014
January
VDrive Announcement
Mobile App Announcement
SVSU student to lead national convention
Mapping crime, environmental impact
February
Alumni Awards
New President
Procrastination
NHS
Researching healthier lifestyle for those 50+
March
Social Engineering
Phishy
Phishing Alert
End of XP
Windows 7 Upgrade
Accountant studies impact of the cloud
'Exhibition is our performance,' says art prof
April
Build a Better Password
Protect Against Heartblead
Internet Explorer Vulnerability
May
UComm
Internet Explorer Fixed
Look At Your Computer
Collaboration key to chemist's research
Aquatic ecology expert studies Saginaw Bay
Interior
13 - UComm - Hope Bauer
SVSU senior Evan Nudi, from Flint
SVSU student Marlin Jenkins eyes
Midland native Nicholas Anderson earns job
SVSU student Kerri Vasold accepted to
SVSU student Jennica Young accepted into
SVSU earns new distinctions for commitment
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing speeds
Cara Cole to pursue social work degree from U of M
June
Physical Security
Fast Animal
UComm
Search for Unknown Insects
Change Password System
John Stadwick '83-A Global Cardinal
Ceremony to Install Bachand as SVSU
SVSU Board increases tuition by 3.19
Saginaw Valley State University awarded
Grand Opening of Ming Chuan
SVSU student Amanda
SVSU grad Nicole Franzel
SVSU co-hosting conference
SVSU educator earns award
July
Device Software Update
SVSU’s Roberts Fellows share memories of changed o
Future nurse attends two national conferences
Battle of the Valleys 2014
Six GLBR Nurses
August
Using Social Media Wisely
Technology Update
SVSU board re-names Regional Education Center
SVSU adds master’s program in teaching Chinese
President Bachand Accepts Ice Bucket Challenge
SVSU student Leecia Barnes secures full-time job
SVSU to Host 9/11 Heroes Run Sept. 6
SVSU, Dow Corning Foundation promotes STEM
College Update Fall 2014-HHS
College Update Fall 2014-SE&T
Tamara Arizola Barrientos
September
SVSU, Saginaw Township Schools formalize agreement
Saxophone Quartet to perform at SVSU
‘Making The Global Local’ in '14 Fall Focus Series
SVSU Artist-in-Voice joined by pianist
Expert in South Africa to present Edwards Lecture
SVSU to Host Concert by Grammy-Winning Earl Klugh
SVSU Sustainability Conference receives support
Trumpeter Mark Flegg to perform in SVSU concert
World-renowned guitarist to perform SVSU concert
SVSU/Saginaw Exchange Club Rededicate Shrine
New System for Changing Your Password
SVSU Hosting Sustainability Conference
SVSU alum earns competitive scholarship
SVSU convenes K-12 exchange program with China
College Update Fall 2014-COE
Bowrin Finds 'Just the Right Fit'
Frederick Finds Privilege Helping Future Nurses
SVSU Research, Presentations and Publications
Physical Security Poster
October
Technology Update for October
SVSU Hosts Gilbertson Hall Building-Naming
SVSU pianist joined by clarinetist in concert
Consumers Energy Donation Promotes STEM Education
SVSU gives science award to Vassar student
SVSU Theatre Presents ‘Grapes of Wrath’
SVSU’s Wierda discusses worldwide education
SVSU named Military Friendly for 4th straight year
SVSU Literacy Center offers fall clinics
SVSU student turns CU internship into job
National Cyber Security Awareness Month
SVSU Hosts ‘Cardboard City’ to Raise Awareness
Reporting Data Security Incidents
Stepping Away? Lock Your Computer!
Clarinetist Kip Franklin to perform recital @SVSU
Dow Corning & SVSU power STEM initiative
SVSU student impresses Quicken Loans CEO
SVSU names John Decker as Assoc.VP and Gen.Council
Gilbertson Hall pays tribute to SVSU’s 3rd Pres.
SVSU Board grants emeritus status to retired prof
SVSU recital to debut of virtual pipe organ
Four Steps to Keep Hackers at Bay
SVSU Student Valerie Adams Admitted to Duke
SVSU student Marin named National First Yr Student
SVSU hosts fall employment fair Friday
SVSU Hosts Saginaw County College Night
Author to explore America's education system
Dow Corning Foundation/SVSU growing love of STEM
SVSU, community to celebrate Theodore Roethke
Piano-Violin combo Duo Diorama to perform concert
College Update Fall 2014-CBM
Tai Chi Lee
SVSU Presentations, Research and Publications
November
SVSU jazz concert to feature Freddie Hubbard
SVSU Flute Choir in concert Thursday
Love of science and math at Bay City Western
SVSU student manages home health care agency
SVSU's Cardinal Singers invited to convention
SVSU gears up for annual Battle of the Valleys
SVSU earns ‘Best for Vets’ recognition
SVSU student, staff receive top honors
Retiring Dow vice president to address graduates
Bullock Creek students interested in math/science
SVSU students win ‘Battle’ and raise $32k
SVSU Theatre presents Noël Coward's Blithe Spirit
Technology Update for November
New York theatre company tasks SVSU to stage play
SVSU marching band to perform hit songs from 1980
College Update Fall 2014-ABS
Monika Dix
Rollin Johnson
SVSU Jazz Ensemble welcomes guest musician
SVSU student vocalists, steel band to perform
SVSU Faculty to Research the Concept of Evil
Professional Profile November 2014
December
SVSU students to perform one-act opera Friday
SVSU Grants Degrees to 521 Graduating Students
Youth Leadership to present gifts to children
STEM Expert and Univ Pres to Keynote MLK Event
2014 Holiday Video
Educators Selected for 2015 Gerstacker Fellowship
SVSU educator secures $5K grant
SVSU student receives national honor
SVSU students tops at forensics competition
Professional Profile December 2014
2013
December
Internet Safety
Students attend SFN
Neuroscience Research Looking for Alzheimer Cause
Geography prof receives competitive fellowship
November
MySupport
Adobe Security
Cryptovirus
Electrical engineering project helps those autism
The Producers
October
Nursing Simulation Makes Lectures Come Alive!
From the Israeli Army to the O.T. Classroom
September
Yu Zou Assi Professor of Electrical & Computer Eng
August
July
June
Nursing Student Aims to Reduce Malaria
May
Walmart Virus
Biology Prof Researches Cardiovascular Physiology
April
CJ Students Examine Their Beliefs
March
Pediatric nurse turned teacher
Everything is coming up French
February
English prof brings pop culture to classroom
Biochemist researches quality of water and life
January
Are you spending time or money?
2012
BRL student wins 2nd place at National Meeting
BRL students attend SFN
The Brain research Lab opens at SVSU
Sarah Fluharty wins SRCI
2011
2017
January
SVSU home to ‘best dorms’
SVSU Foundation board elects officers-adds members
retirement approaches, founding director reflects
SVSU student wins top honor
SVSU students shine on Midwest theatre stage
student honored with national award
SVSU international students celebrate
Film scholar to speak on Navajo weavers
SMOM-Jason Rasmussen-January 2017
Julie Keil-Faculty profile
February
Concert series to feature acclaimed musicians
students selected for global business leadership
music department earns national reaccreditation
SVSU commemorates Black History Month
student invited to present at World Congress
Relay For Life event
SVSU professors receive Braun Fellowship
SVSU President responds
SVSU to host Great Lakes Bay Region College Night
Bachand's statement on the passing of Ted Braun
SVSU Theatre to stage modern play ‘Really Really’
SVSU to host high school robotics competition
SVSU senior soprano to perform with pianist
Pianist Trepanier to perform at SVSU
SVSU Board approves Master of Social Work program
SVSU to provide additional scholarship support
SVSU honored
professor to speak on post-Civil War slavery
SVSU forensics team places second in competition
SVSU seeking charity partner for 2017 BoV
SMOM Tammy Elliott Feb 2017
March
SVSU partners with United Way
SVSU student’s servant leadership
SVSU Alternative Breaks
SVSU to host acclaimed graphic designer
SVSU flute concert set for March 30
elementary education majors to attend conference
SVSU students to teach kids to draw comics
SVSU students to honor military veterans
empower open minds with Human Library event
history professor researches Cold War-era
SVSU to host sold-out employment fair Friday
SVSU and Saginaw's Counter Cruise team up
‘Love for Speech’ leads to honors
SVSU Concert Choir and Cardinal Singers to perform
SVSU Flute Choir to perform in concert Thursday
SVSU Theatre presents Tony-winning musical
Renowned jazz artist Bob James to perform
SVSU students design firefighting robot
First Robotics Information Website
Faculty profile - Sylvia Fromherz
Faculty profile - John Baesler
SMOM-Carolyn Weirda March 2017
April
local 5th graders a ‘Passport to the World'
family history-writing workshop
students organize anniversary dinner for Vets
SVSU Concert Band to perform 2017
FIRST Robotics, Cardinal Formula Racing
expert to speak at SVSU
students present research on writing strategies
FIRST Robotics state championships at SVSU
FIRST Robotics student enjoys competition at SVSU
SVSU alumni pleased to return to alma mater
SVSU moot court students' strong performance
10th annual ‘Pros vs. Joes’
Grammy-winning jazz artist Bob James concert
dance team inspires to finish fifth
SVSU Science and Engineering Symposium
research project set for display
Burton native's illustrative interpretation
SVSU May graduates
SVSU professor wins national award
Optimistic Club spreads positivity at SVSU
2nd annual Heroes in Education
SMOM-Sue Brasseur-April 2017
May
14 students to business honor society
SVSU honors students deliver thesis presentations
SVSU commencement: a day of celebration
Racing members pushing their limits
SVSU Board approves
For love
Haven for the fallen
Manvel Trice
An Aura of Hope
The Lewis Legacy
student examines causes of fraud in honors thesis
SVSU Literacy Center summer clinics
Graduating seniors 2017: Iridian Juarez
Graduating seniors 2017: Sloan Klaski
SVSU writing tutors share expertise
Graduating seniors 2017: Mallory Rivard
Graduating seniors 2017: Mackenzie Allen
SVSU student shows perseverance to complete degree
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing
SVSU student awarded national honor
SVSU hosting open house
Graduating seniors 2017: Kevin Finley
Graduating seniors 2017: Jenni Putz
Graduating seniors 2017: Sarah Tennyson
Graduating seniors 2017: Isabelle Pacitto
SVSU honors outstanding patient care
STEM program rewards Kingston teacher
police in greater Saginaw respond faster
students aiming to assist in pet surgery
Graduating seniors 2017: Cameron Pratt
Graduating seniors 2017: Heather Harvey
Graduating seniors 2017: Alec Ward
Graduating seniors 2017: Madison Laskowski
Graduating seniors 2017: Alex Fullerton
Graduating seniors 2017: Jarrod Eaton
Graduating seniors 2017: Sarah Albanawi
Norm Wika - Faculty Profile
SMOM-Karen Erwin-May-2017
June
Strong interest for SVSU Education Employment Fair
Theodore Roethke's 'North American Sequence'
2017 Graduates
SVSU partners with K-12 schools
SVSU Community Writing Center
Five SVSU representatives - Miss Michigan
SVSU disc golf team wins Collegiate Championship
SVSU earns national acclaim for inclusive housing
SVSU Board approves 2017-18 budget
SVSU grad to serve U.S. Navy as submarine engineer
AT&T-sponsored STEM camp at SVSU
SVSU receives 1.39 million dollar federal grant
SVSU study shows blight removal drop in crime
SVSU study: Saginaw has seen major gains in safety
computer and Internet technologies camp
July
SVSU honored as ‘Great College to Work For’
New facility for SVSU business programs in store
August
SVSU students to help homeless women and children
SVSU to prepare ‘chief science officers’
SVSU Board Approves New 3-Year Faculty Contract
Another freshman class moves in to SVSU
SVSU student’s passion
September
SVSU 9/11 Heroes Run to benefit organization
Healthcare Financial Professional Certification
Dedication ceremony for Zahnow Library
Bay City Writing Center open house Tuesday
Detroit author wins SVSU literature award
Visiting Scholars and Artists Series
FROM THE ARCHIVES-Students aid local firefighters
SVSU students to raise funds
SVSU sees enrollment dip
Fire truck pull, dodgeball game for BoV
SVSU forensics team wins competition
SVSU to host piano recital
Unique ‘Piano Windtet’ from Germany to perform
October
SVSU and Pulse 3 Foundation hope to host 500
Students win ‘Battle,’ lift spirits
SVSU to host lecture on free will
WWII drama, 'Decision Height'
Great Lakes Bay Regional Youth Leadership
SVSU alumnus and STEM partner honored
SVSU job fair to feature record 140 employers
SVSU receives top certification
Congressman Kildee to speak
Musicians will recognize 100th anniversary
SVSU alumna takes stage as educator
2017 Homecoming
Open House: community primary care health clinic
SVSU hosts lecture on effects of domestic violence
SVSU leaders participating in fundraiser
SVSU conference to address challenges
Flutist, pianist to perform
FIRST Robotics scholarship recipients
Critically-acclaimed violinist set to perform
Georgetown historian to discuss massacre
music students to showcase their talent
SVSU receives $3 million federal grant
Board congratulates students
SVSU recognizes outstanding alumni
November
SVSU for Foreign Language Day
Cardinal Singers to perform 10th anniversary
SVSU recital to spotlight vocalist’s talents
Roethke poetry prize recipient named
SVSU Veterans Day Celebration set for Thursday
SVSU student paper wins first place
Sims Public Speaking Competition
SVSU to host Veterans Day Celebration
SVSU faculty awards recognize outstanding educator
Pop culture, Dungeons & Dragons
Gerstacker leadership program 2017
National physics group honors SVSU’s Reed
Cardboard City at SVSU
SVSU student earns best presentation honor
SVSU students shine at moot court competition
SVSU recognized nationally for outstanding support
SVSU Wind Ensemble to perform fall recital
SVSU Percussion Ensemble and Valley Steel
SVSU welcomes internationally published poet
SVSU holiday play to evoke variety show spirit
Heileman receives national award
Elementary students to engage in computer coding
December
SVSU commencement address this month
High school students donating & wrapping gifts
SVSU students showcase senior projects at engineer
Inclusion advocate from Dow to keynote
SVSU student wins Student of the Year
SVSU professors to use Braun Fellowship
SVSU student nabs top honor for essay
Breckenridge native will receive posthumous degree
SVSU Board approves room and board rates
SVSU students find their voice
90 SVSU students engaged in week of service
SVSU student published for her research on injury
SVSU student receives creative writing award
2018
January
SVSU College of Business expansion
SVSU staff member relives Winter Olympics glory
moot court national tourney
SVSU students earn history-making honors
Voices In The Valley event
SVSU literary arts journal receives highest honor
Great Lakes Bay Regional MLK Celebration at SVSU
SVSU moot court program
SVSU welcomes alumni, faculty and experts
February
SVSU housing ranked No. 2 in the nation
'19 things' learned during 2016 U.S. election
SVSU students showcased in flute recital
Concert guitarist, local professor to perform
DECA competition, all 6 SVSU students qualify
Alumna, author and retired chief judge to speak
SVSU sponsors a community celebration
Saxophonist Seth Ebersole will perform a recital
A murderous comedy takes the stage at SVSU
SVSU students raise funds for cancer fight
SVSU Board approves renovations
Amosa Duo to perform recital at SVSU
SVSU hires former Dow executive
SVSU forensics team continues strong season
Professor of nursing earns Fulbright Award
SVSU soprano to perform senior recital
SVSU plans candlelight vigil for slain student
SVSU students inspired to serve
March
SVSU seeking charity partner for 2018 BoV
Pianist MiJung Trepanier to perform at SVSU
Art gallery to display works of high school art
Theatre group re-imagines Shakespeare classic
Inspire future teachers in “Heart of Teaching”
Forensics team captures multiple awards
SVSU 'Human Library'
SVSU choir to perform
SVSU seeking nominations for ‘Heroes in Education’
SVSU lifelong learning program
SVSU welcomes scholar on academic performance
SVSU hosts renowned scholar of Islamic studies
SVSU powers up to host another FIRST Robotics
SVSU to celebrate Holi Festival of Colors in April
SVSU student supports her peers and wins award
SVSU honors leading companies and business people
April
SVSU to host record number of employers
SVSU play examines issues of race and social class
SVSU student named top leader in six-state region
SVSU student organization Forever Red named best
Critically acclaimed jazz musician to perform
Flute choir to perform at SVSU
SVSU’s Leonard a finalist
SVSU Percussion Ensemble, Valley Steel to perform
SVSU to host reading by award-winning poet
SVSU hosts FIRST Robotics state championships
Teachers invited to apply for summer writing works
School spirit follows Bay City teacher to SVSU
Research scientist to visit SVSU
Future SVSU students enjoy preview of campus life
SVSU fraternity to raise money for St. Jude
SVSU hosts Holi Festival of Colors
Retired judge and alum to address SVSU graduates
students invited to give national presentation
making new students feel welcome
SVSU honors teaching, research and contributions
May
SVSU to help brighten downtown Bay City
SVSU student newspaper a top 3 finalist
Cardinal Formula Racing Team overcomes obstacles
SVSU student receives outstanding senior in French
Graduating SVSU student shines in internship
Graduating SVSU student to pursue medical degree
SVSU honors alumnus, family for lead gift
SVSU adds bachelor’s and master’s degrees
engineering students take on new challenge
Seats aboard 2019 Eastern European-bound tour
SVSU team shows off engineering ability
Nursing Excellence awards ceremony
SVSU grad inspired to teach in Detroit
Partnership with Jinan University in China
SVSU grad headed to law school
SVSU students to support suicide prevention
Student of the Year award winner
June
bystander training with help from $25K state grant
SVSU graduate one of 25 nationwide selected
Summer literacy camp to be held at SVSU
Determined SVSU graduate clears hurdles
Michigan Association of Colleges for Teachers
SVSU to host Education Employment Fair
SVSU police officer honored
Board approves 2018-19 budget, tuition to rise
Board Approves Contract with Support Staff 2018
SVSU student invited to Oxford
student receives scholarship
Sculpture Museum Launches Free Mobile App
SVSU art gallery to display
July
Four well-known Michigan authors come to Midland
Author to speak in Midland
Three for three
SVSU summer camp empowers girls
SVSU's community writing centers to host family
SVSU's National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Director of Marshall M. Frederick to retire
August
Douglas retires as dean of College of Education
SVSU student to receive surprise visit
SVSU history professor authors book
SVSU welcomes business delegation from Ghana
Program empowering middle and high school students
SVSU to host debate
Students develop solutions for local companies
Fraternity makes a difference locally
SVSU earns grant
SVSU powers documentary
SVSU collaboration empowers Saginaw
Two SVSU club hockey players selected
Heroes Run to benefit local veterans' foundation
Detroit Symphony Trio to perform at SVSU
September
Impulse buying topic of SVSU talk
Henry Marsh Institute hosting Leadership Academy
SVSU earns best dorms ranking
SVSU appoints John Decker as Director of Athletics
Effects of toxic stress on health
$19 Million for U.S. Museums
Critically-acclaimed poet to discuss politics
SVSU freshman class rises by 28 percent
SVSU earns national award
SVSU honors late educator Bobby Ann Robinson
SVSU professor to speak on civic engagement
Confederate flag
Pianist, violinist to perform
Michigan author Hendrik Meijer for Award
SVSU hosting event to prevent traumatic injuries
October
mental health expert for O'Neill Lecture
Victory for SVSU forensics team
Wind Ensemble to host first concert of season
Leadership program welcomes next class
Bay County Health Department wins statewide award
Write Your Future Michigan Governor
Chief Science Officers program
Employment Fair
GoBabyGo
Stricker
Alumni artwork showcased at University Gallery
New York City theatre internship
SVSU students elect 2018 Homecoming queen, king
staff member selected as educational ambassador
‘battle’ to support suicide prevention
Students empowered to grow as leaders
Reduce Saginaw Bay Watershed contamination
Groundbreaking ceremony for business college
Battle of the Valleys
SVSU hosts groundbreaking ceremony
laugh hysterically at upcoming SVSU play
Former U.S. attorney to speak at SVSU
SVSU student receives leadership scholarship
SVSU concert
Artist presenting inflatable art exhibition
Battle of the Valleys 2018
November
Expert on children with behavioral challenges
Garcia receiving award
‘Passport to the World’
Lindsay Eggers to SVSU Board of Control
International Food Festival 2018
Speaker series on international topics
Board authorizes extending agreement with Aramark
Foreign Language Day
Pinconning native earns victory
Kevin Cole/Sylvia McNair concert
Lecture on North Korea's Nuclear Crisis
SVSU Flute Choir to perform Thursday
sexual assault prevention
SVSU again earns ‘Best for Vets’ ranking
SVSU social work profs take leadership posts
K-12 educators for Gerstacker leadership
SVSU hosts networking event
Velasquez to deliver SVSU commencement address
SVSU professor receives grant
SVSU holiday production
Students for Hour of Code event
Students shine at Model United Nations Conference
Braun Fellowship
December
Keynote regional MLK event at SVSU
high school students to wrap gifts collected
Botz Liberal Arts Fellowship
writing campaign to Gov.-elect
moot court national tournament
SVSU forensics students impress judges
SVSU Board approves faculty sabbaticals
Students spend winter break serving
Battle of the Valleys initiative honored
Annual Holiday Video
New opportunities for SVSU students
SVSU medical lab science student wins scholarship
SVSU staff recognized by multiple sclerosis group
2019
January
SVSU students invited to perform
Drum Major Award recipients at MLK Celebration
Student wins regional award for vocal excellence
SVSU team to strong showing
SVSU earns high praise
SVSU named Military-Friendly University
Quintasonic Brass to perform at SVSU
February
SVSU to host STEM for Girl Scouts
Summer Job and Internship Fair
Musical duo to delight audiences
Relay For Life fundraiser
SVSU alumna interning in D.C.
Military education into college credits for vets
Student lands scholarship to top dental school
SVSU's latest theatre production
SVSU Board approves improvements to Pine Grove
Student’s entrepreneurial spirit shines
STEM education strategies
SVSU forensics team places second in state contest
Pianist Wendy Chu to perform at SVSU
SVSU-produced literary-arts journal
SVSU hires Chubb as dean
Trepanier returns for SVSU recital March 15
SVSU alumna's book aims to inspire
March
SVSU vocalist bests Midwest's top college talent
Spring breakers volunteering at nonprofits
SVSU student qualifies for second event
Trailblazing retired Navy captain to speak at SVSU
author and commentator Michael Eric Dyson
event to connect teens with STEM professionals
international students plan evening
Economist to discuss central bank's influence
SVSU earns Voter-Friendly Campus designation
'Human Library' event challenges prejudice
Yale professor for talk on American Muslim
Theatre director brings collaborative spirit
SVSU to host employment fair this month
SVSU to honor GLBR business leaders
YWCA Women of Achievement Awards
SVSU program empowers math teachers
SVSU student to direct campus production
SVSU Concert Choir part of 'massive' concert
Exhibition seeks to shift blame from survivors
FIRST Robotics expected to bring 8,000 people
Local guitarist, professor to perform
April
Student to compete among nation's top
SVSU adviser receives top honor
Fundraiser at Stardust Lanes
SVSU student supports Kingston high school
SVSU students workin’ ‘9 to 5: The Musical’
Bestselling novelist Devin Murphy to visit SVSU
Concert to showcase 49 SVSU student-musicians
SVSU alum helps build robotics team
SVSU Occupational Therapy program to host
Essayist to read from award-winning writings
Spring concert features original song
SVSU supports professors’ innovation
Student to teach in Argentina this summer
SVSU students break down barriers
Colorful powder and fun at SVSU event
The 'Battle' isn't over
SVSU biology student
Sociological study of Flint water crisis
SVSU student earns national title
Dow chief sustainability officer address' students
SVSU students honored
May
Calendar established for 'Battle' fundraiser
CEO to deliver Commencement address
Strong work ethic drives SVSU Indy-style race team
SVSU students selected for leadership program
SVSU to host summer literacy camp
Board grants degrees for more than 1,000 graduates
Racing finishes among top 15 in the world
student’s dodgeball skills
grad's 'pet' project up for national award
SVSU staff going ‘Over the Edge’ for fundraiser
student recognized for study of French language
Outstanding nurses from the Great Lakes Bay Region
partnership offers financial help for students
engineering expertise in capstone project
SVSU writing tutors receive award
Beaumont Health selects SVSU grad
SVSU community to remember its second president
June
SVSU students to 'Battle' support to support teens
Life and legacy of former President Jack Ryder
SVSU program inspires teacher
SVSU STEM program inspires computer coding
Michigan authors to Midland
Michigan's Career Services Professional
SVSU graduate student eyes national stage
SVSU Board approves tuition increase of $505
Camp Infinity at SVSU
SVSU updates RN to BSN program
SVSU program empowers nurses
‘Rocky Horror’ production coming in July
July
eliminating hospital overcrowding
SVSU-based education leadership conference
SVSU professor named Higher Educator of the Year
grant to tackle life-and-death health concerns
summer camp keeps kids engaged
Workplace environment consultant to visit SVSU
August
SVSU welcomes 2 new Board appointments
Students engineer equipment for NASA
SVSU professor’s examination of lie detector test
‘Best College Dorms’ ranking
SVSU hires Midland law enforcement leader
alumnus named Saginaw police Officer of the Year
September
Nursing student could save leukemia patient’s life
Alumna with small town roots makes the case
SVSU Accounting and Finance Employment Fair
Heroes Run to benefit national foundation
Rhea Miller Concert Series
Greenhouse recertified
Michigan author wins SVSU literature award
Voices In The Valley
SVSU kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month
Meera Chopra
Beat Generation and its female influences
SVSU’s fall speaker series
Mamma Mia
Opioid epidemic’s reach in rural Michigan
First Hispanic female Air Force pilot speaks
Alumnus in New Zealand
SVSU is selected as Great College to Work For
Freshman class up nearly 20 percent over 2017
Former New York Mets manager to visit SVSU
SVSU pushes students to get involved
October
Bay City third graders to visit 'the world'
SVSU students admitted early to medical school
winning streak continues for forensics program
SVSU fundraising tradition
Alumnus with inspirational story
Ford Motor Company selects SVSU alumna
Hispanic Latino Commission scholarship
student named statewide ‘Tutor of the Year’
Prospective employees at SVSU fair
Former MIT president to discuss ‘living machines
SVSU panel to spotlight female entrepreneurs
Student engagement methods
'Mad Feast' author to offer taste of his writing
Sound 'Proof': Student's talent adds depth
SVSU students victorious in 'Battle
SVSU Board approves
Kochville Township's Cardinal Square
SVSU band director in musical spotlight
Leading role in 'Proof' showcases SVSU student
First-generation college student
SVSU social work student dedicated
Student resiliency expert
SVSU student inspired to pursue her passions
Driven SVSU engineering student
2019 Alumni Authors Showcase
November
SVSU selected to national academy
SVSU's International Food Festival
SVSU to host Foreign Language Day
SVSU student from Bay City shows perseverance
Recital dedicated to late opera singer
SVSU students earn top recognition
Gerstacker leadership program 2019
At your service
SVSU Cardinal Singers and Concert Choir
SVSU Flute Choir to perform Friday concert
Former student-actor returns 'home'
Mental health crisis in black communities
Guitarist, pianist to perform Wednesday
SVSU student-vocalists earn top honors
Four SVSU students headed to moot court nationals
Distinguished alumni from diverse industries
Holiday production to showcase diverse cast
Women interested in running for political office
December
Alumnus to serve as SVSU commencement speaker
SVSU students display exceptional representation
SVSU staff, faculty art highlighted
SVSU student named to fellowship program
SVSU to collaborate on restoration
SVSU forensics team places first
State budget expert to visit SVSU
SVSU Board approvals
Lindsey Mead, of SVSU
Paloma Barba, of SVSU
Mitch Hughes, of SVSU
Talia Pruiett, of SVSU
Jessalyn Gaskin, of SVSU
SVSU students volunteer for nonprofits
NASA leader to keynote regional MLK Jr. event
SVSU's Henry Marsh Institute for Public Policy
2020
January
Gov. Whitmer to speak
National thought leaders to speak
'Images from China' featured in SVSU art gallery
Leaders in education honored
SVSU theatre students shine at regionals
SVSU Career Services to host over 100 employers
SVSU moot court finishes 'best year'
SVSU hires new dean of Education
'understudied' figure in black history in U.S.
Book-sharing program at SVRC Marketplace
SVSU Braun Fellowship to support research
SVSU moot court finishes
February
SVSU concert to feature New Orleans music
SVSU Black History Month event
SVSU Celebrates National School Counselor Week
Grants boost small business
Award-winning author to examine links
Job fair
SVSU-produced literary art magazine
'Taste of Soul' festival
SVSU theatre production
SVSU student-musicians to showcase talents
Community backs SVSU business college expansion
SVSU Board
Campus, community to celebrate
Carmona College Showcase
SVSU-sponsored poetry contest salutes Saginaw
Update on SVSU measures regarding coronavirus
SVSU introducing eSports program
Brian d'Arcy James
SVSU Alternative Breaks spring 2020
March
SVSU student's photography puts trauma in focus
Doctor who exposed Flint water crisis
Channeling a new skill in theater production
SVSU updates on coronavirus
21st-century feminism topic
SVSU coronavirus update concerning classes
Event featuring Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha canceled
SVSU update on coronavirus and large gatherings
SVSU coronavirus campus update
SVSU updates on coronavirus, update from Provost
SVSU-hosted College Night canceled
SVSU updates on coronavirus, Provost to faculty
SVSU update on coronavirus, message from President
SVSU updates on coronavirus, message from Provost
SVSU updates on coronavirus and campus operations
SVSU updates on coronavirus pass / no credit
SVSU update on "stay at home" executive order
SVSU details regarding Pass / No Credit
SVSU provides storage space for medical equipment
SVSU teams with Saginaw distillery
Facebook group harmonizes SVSU
SVSU Update Spring Semester Course Offerings
April
SVSU Master of Public Health program
Pashak
COVID-19 exacerbates challenges of opioid epidemic
SVSU alumna serves community despite dangers
SVSU will move production of 'Macbeth'
SVSU, Saginaw Art Museum launch webpage
Retiring leader leaves SVSU program
Relay For Life funds via Facebook event
SVSU alumna protects front lines
SVSU alumni help Duro-Last supply PPE
May
Clues to COVID-19's prevalence in region
SVSU planning tuition freeze for 2020-21
SVSU class of 2020: Once a safeguard for Obama
Giving Tuesday
Saginaw native discovered her place
Shared passions propel cousins from SVSU
Mia Berlanga
Nursing Class of 2020
Board approves new environmental science program
Saginaw native excels in chemistry and community
SVSU announces Cardinal 'NEST' plan
Arianna Jones
SVSU Military Affairs
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing revs up
SVSU graduate earns spot in film school
Responding to racism elevating equity and justice
June
Shakespeare classic for online SVSU play
SVSU students lead protest
Toy-lending program to aid childhood development
Sally Decker 2020
RN2BSN
fall semester to finish through online
SVSU police officer earns national award
BOV
July
SVSU reimagines campus spaces to address safety
Phone line to answer student, parent questions
SVSU NEST Ambassador profile: Lauren Steen
August
GabbyGittens
KevinFinley
Partnership expands Covenant HealthCare
SVSU alumna felt prepared for nursing career
SVSU launches contact tracer program
September
SVSU, STARS collaboration
SVSU faculty trains educators
session addressing 2020 election voting processes
SVSU partners with OpenStax
SVSU researchers studying wastewater
Writing Center postcard 2020
Virtual panel featuring women entrepreneurs
CARES Act boost to help region's economy
October
Flu vaccinations for campus community
Dejohn
Group aims to continue student voter registration
SVSU enrollment shows gains in student retention
SVSU student-run fundraiser launches
Theatre to stream play
November
SVSU, MiSTEM honor regional K-12
SVSU student-led fundraiser raises over $18K
Empowered by SVSU program
SVSU’s Master of Social Work program
Update regarding Nov 12 public safety emergency
SVSU alumnus directs audio play
YWCA Women of Achievement Awards
December
SVSU Board approves 3-year contract
Virtual holiday show
BOV2021
Braun Fellowship powers research projects
Jones set as virtual MLK speaker
Madalyn McHugh
Forensics
Moot court
Board meeting
2021
January
SVSU Board grants degrees to 550 students
SVSU Professor Earns National Honor for Teaching
Theatre Professor Earns Prestigious National Honor
Regional leaders to be honored
2021 First Ward Leadership Fellowship Program
SVSU Professor Receives National Board Appointment
February
New on-campus mental health & wellness center
SVSU Honored with Military Friendly Designation
The SVSU Theatre presents Joan: The Girl of Arc
March
SVSU to Offer Free Tuition
SVSU Designated a “Voter Friendly Campus”
SVSU set to host in-person, outdoor commencement
SVSU Recognizes Women’s History Month
April
Thompson Working Families scholarships
SVSU’s reimagined “A Doll House”
DEI Townhall set for April 23
SVSU Student Wins Peer Competition
May
SVSU recognized: Excellence in nursing
Commencement in person
SVSU Board approves granting degrees
SVSU hires new dean for business school
SVSU students help revitalize neighborhood
SVSU students win Tyner Prizes
SVSU students supported students and families
Justin Weller
Morgan Esch
Saadman Bin Abdullah
Sabrina Coffman
Kyndall LoVette
June
SVSU students honored
18th annual Battle of the Valleys begins Sept. 26
SVSU celebrates writing excellence
16-UComm-chemistry professor Mich prof of year
SVSU students create memorial garden
Mohler to study invasive species treatment
30-UComm-SA selects Grief Center as Battle partner
23rd class of Roberts Fellows selected
SVSU ranks as a "Best for Vets" college
July
Cardinal Formula Racing places 16th
SVSU hires new HHS dean
August
SVSU vaccine incentive
Roethke House Open House
Best Dorms Ranking by Niche
September
2021 Akbar Lecture
2021 Heroes Run
Cheer Team Win
Post(al) Pandemic 2
SVSU named Great College to Work For
Hispanic Heritage Month kickoff
Veterans agency recognizes SVSU
Battle of the Valleys 2021
October
Recap Battle of the Valleys 2021
SVSU grads earn competitive scholarship
Lonely Planet
SVSU students elect 2021 Homecoming royalty
SVSU to host central figure in Flint water crisis
Nursing Senior JuJuan Cook
Joseph Ofori-Dankwa Named Prof of Year 2020
Gross Literature Award Winner
November
Prof of Year Awards
Gerstacker Fellows
International Food Festival 2021
Veterans Day celebration
Bachand retirement
Animal Farm
Derek Brown Saxophone
Sims public speaking
Nursing White Coat Ceremony
December
MLK 2022
Commencement fall 2021
Sarafolean
Sprouell
2022
January
MLK Drum Major Awards
KCACTF Region 3
Huebner NCAA Top 10
20-Thorns Unity Award
Model UN
February
SBDC ARPA grant
Black History Month
2-2 for SVSU
Silent Sky theatre performance
2022 STEM Stars
STEMapalooza 2022
March
Braun Fellowship
Military Friendly School GOLD status
April Baker-Bell
Black History Museum Day
Madame Mayor
Thorns National Award
Chapbook
Brooke Oleson FIRST Scholarship
Top Girls
AAG conference
April
SETC conference
FIRST Robotics
BATS
Excellence in student writing
Spring Commencement 2022
May
Computer Engineering Major
Environmental Studies and Sustainability Major
Board approves nursing simulation investments
graduated senior - Alejandra Fulgencio
Riverfront Center ribbon cutting
Harring gift to athletics
Nursing Excellence
Early Assurance Program
All University Awards
June
SBDC honors SVSU regional director
Faculty receive Fulbright awards
BOV applications
Roberts Fellows 2022-2023
Heart of City Awards
MLS White Coat Ceremony
SVSU-Wildfire partnership
Rural student success grant
July
Alona Olshevska
19-SVSU Alum receives Pat Tillman Award
20-Brown Hall funding approved
MyMichigan Health Partnership
2022-23 tuition increase
August
Battle charitable partner
George Grant Fifth President
SVSU, Bowie State collaboration
George Grant Jr. Endorsed
2022-23 Career Fairs
Fall 2022 Move-in
Danilo Sirias Michigan Health Endowment Fund Grant
2023 Roethke Poetry Award Winner
September
9-Heroes run 2022
2022 Veteran-Friendly
Akbar lecture
Cardinal Closest
Avery Claybaugh Internship
Battle of the Valleys 2022
October
Bachand Hall naming
SVSU-Kirtland ADN-BSN partnership
HEED Award
Tiny Beautiful Things
2023 Best Dorms
Fall enrollment
Candidate forums
Turnball talk
Trio Ghidorah
Velasquez Lecture 2022
November
Voter Honor Roll
Students on Voting Advisory Taskforce
Mentality film screening
Hour of Code 2022
Theatre: Gamma Rays/Marigolds
18-Moot court
Sims Public Speaking
December
Moot court SVSU tournament
Alpena CC-SVSU ADN-BSN
Ditmyer to lead Health Improvement Alliance Board
Gerstacker Fellows 2023
Commencement
2023
January
MLK Celebration
Marvin Winans performance
Moot Court Nationals
KCACTF 2023
Madison Thomas
February
Theatre-Very Berry Dead
Johnson MEA award
NCLEX Pass Rate
Part time nursing program
Physics dept. laser beam profiler donation
BOC approves Covenant Training Room
Fulbright top producing institution
Tapp - IMIG Award from AACTE
Taste of Soul 2023
Girl Souts STEMapalooza
STEM Stars
Knoblock Drake NEH Grant
March
Dow Visiting Scholar Stacy Cordery
ADDY 2023
Roethke Poetry and Arts Festival
Military Friendly School
Competitive Speech - Novice Championship
Competitive Speech MISL State Championship
Competitive Speech - National Qualifiers
Roethke-inspired beer label
Dow Visiting Anne-Marie Oomen
Dance team -virtual challenge
Diversity-Climate Action Program
April
FIRST Robotics State Championship
'Urinetown'
Outstanding Senior in French
Art Martin Distinguished Prof
SVSU-Kirtland nursing partnership update
AACSB accreditation renewed
Nik Baker ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll
All-University Awards
May
Commencement
Jake Kokowicz - graduating senior
Showcase and Symposium
University Writing Awards
Bay College Nursing Partnership
June
Cardinal Racing
Carleen Moore Nursing Awards
Board approves tuition increase
Early admission for Cesar Chavez 8th grade grads
Covenant tuition agreement
July
PMHNP Grant
MACF grant for SVSU Student Entrepreneurs
August
University Art Gallery Exhibit
Akbar Lecture 2023
September
Heroes Run
McLaren tuition partnership
Battle of the Valley 2023
BoC approves seeking liquor license
Grant Investiture
SVSU Night at Dow Diamon
FNP White Coat Ceremony
2023 Great Colleges
October
Best Dorms
Hispanic Heritage
Lewandowski hired as AD
Devon Powers Visit
social work grant
Fettig hired as VP of enrollment management
Fall open house
Gross Literature Award 2023
'Burning Bluebeard' theatre performance
Ascension tuition discount
Wickson-Nickless lecture
November
Blake Johnson NEA Award
Gerstacker
Sims Public Speaking Contest 2023
"Grow Your Own"
CCB sales competition
Moot Court Champions Nov. 2023
Best for Vets Colleges 2023
Wagener Scholarship Donation
Moot Court students continue to advance
December
Commencement
Theatre at KCACTF Region 3
Holiday Greetings
MLK Celebration 2024
graduating senior-Alexis Madak
graduating senior Rachael Miller
Environmental Research Station
2024
January
Drum Major Award
Noel Hornbacher, VP ABA
Board of Control Appointments
February
Noises Off - Theatre
Andrew Liveris book talk
Funding for Lake Huron Research Station
Field/Spicer Fellowship Awarded
Braun Fellows 2024
Taste of Soul 2024
David Rosenthal
Memorial Healthcare Tuition Partnership
Rush Lecture
March
Beutler lecture
Be the Match registration event
Brian Bird lecture
All University Awards
Field/Spicer Lecture
Moot court appellate brief writing
April
FIRST Robotics
Velasquez Lecture: Civility Project
columbinus theatre production
Foundation Oppor2nity Days
Slavic Heritage Month
Dance Team
Cheer Team
Competitive Speech Nationals Top 10
'Still Here' Screening
Symposium and Showcase
Heroes in Education 2024
Commencement
MFSM Public Art Passport
May
Moot court national ranking
Cardinal Racing heading to MIS
Graduating Senior - Kennedy Kreger
Grad senior - Emily Lezotte
2024 Carleen Moore Nursing Awards
OT dual-entry
June
Morphite Boards
Heart of the City Awards
July
Strategic Organizational Communications
VP of Development announcement
NCLEX pass rate; Top 10% nursing schools
August
Delta-SVSU Institutional Partnership
Fall 2024 lectures, performances
September
9/11 Heroes Run
ALL IN Campus Democracy awards
Akbar lecture 2024
2024 Great Colleges to Work For
Enrollment
Ramet novel
October
MVAA recognition
8th Congressional District Candidate Forum
Theatre Production - The Miser
Wickson-Nickless lecture
Beyond Their Years
Barstow Lecture - Vaccines
Board action_October 2024
Alumni Celebration 2024
November
Provost named
Gardner named to American Antiquarian Society
International Education Partnerships Program
International food festival
Scheurer Health tuition partnership
Night Witches
Sims Public Speaking
ISD tuition discount
December
Moot court national qualifiers
ALL IN most engaged campus
Fall 2024 Commencement
Board approves housing rates
MLK Celebration 2025
2025
January
NARCAN distribution boxes
Drum Major Awards 2025
2024 NCLEX pass rate
Simulation Center reaccreditation
Moot Court PRONT
Veronica Hicks_Dow Visiting Artist
Black Art film screening
February
taste of soul
Women Who Weave
March
Moot Court Final Tournament
Edwards Lecture
Competitive Speech Novice Championship
Competitive speech MISL Championship 2025
Tapp Jaksa AACTE board chair
FIRST Robotics State Championship
Oppor2nity Days Recap
April
Legally Blonde
Gerstacker Program Co-director named
Field/Spicer lecture
Choir concert - Mozart
Jennifer Ward Fulbright Award
May
Mary Free Bed tuition
Winter 2025 Commencement
Roethke Poetry Prize winner named
16-Voter Friendly Campus 2025-26
Symposium and Showcase
Haskett named dean of ABS
Competitive Speech National Championship
Cheer NCA national win
June
MIss MIchigan 2025
Carleen Moore Nursing Awards
Board approves general operating, block tuition
dance team defends title
Vitito global leadership conference
University Village expansion
July
Alternative Breaks
NODA
Student places equestrian national competition
Wildfire scholarship
August
Board of Control appointments
Students compete in global moot court
Lorentz AMCA board appointment
STARS-SVSU partnership
Moot court ranked No. 4 in U.S.
Ditmyer to receive YMCA Lifetime Award
September
SVSU reports enrollment growth
Axe Ball - Dow Diamond
Eric Gardner publishes book
Dow Visiting Scholar Erich Uffelman
Fredericks Follet Roethke
October
Wickson-Nickless - Seth Stephens-Davidowitz
Theatre: R.U.R. AI reboot
Barstow Lecture - Deborah Hakes
Foundation FY25 Recap
Haunted book talk
November
Eric Gardner book talk
Insect-a-Palooza 2025
thompson fdn scholars release
MCAN/MPZ Promise Keeper Award
10-International Education Week
2025-2026 Gross Literature Award
Ron Portwine NACAS Award
Rhea Miller - Kathryn Brown, pianist
December
fall 2025 commencement
Graduating Senior Serena Hart
Alumni Celebration 2025
MLK regional celebration 2026
Moot court Midwest Regional Tournament
Gerstacker Fellows 2025-2026
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SVSU students spring toward next chapter
Nearly 800 Saginaw Valley State University students soon will receive their degrees, prepared to enter the workforce or graduate school. Many of those students will participate in commencement exercises on Saturday, May 2.
SVSU to partner with St. Clair County Community College to expand access to higher education
Saginaw Valley State University and St. Clair County Community College, located in Port Huron, are joining forces to expand opportunity to residents throughout the Thumb and Southeast Michigan.
Robots return: SVSU to host FIRST® Robotics state championship
Robots are returning to Saginaw Valley State University for the eighth year. SVSU will host the FIRST® in Michigan state championship beginning Thursday, April 16, and running through Saturday, April 18.
SVSU Theatre Department presents modern adaptation of classic
The Saginaw Valley State University Department of Theatre will present “Little Women … Now,” a contemporary adaptation of the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott, April 15-19 in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
SVSU to host ‘Writing the Constitution’ event
“We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union … .”

Many Americans recognize the opening words to the Constitution of the United States, but fewer may know much about the document that expresses the fundamental framework of our system of government.
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SVSU speakers post strong start to competitive speech season
By the conclusion of the fall Michigan Intercollegiate Speaking League (MISL) tournament, six Saginaw Valley State University students had qualified for the national competition, which will be held in April.
SVSU Moot Court team excels at Midwest Regional Tournament
Saginaw Valley State University’s moot court team delivered an exceptional performance at the American Moot Court Association’s Midwest Regional Tournament, held November 21-22 at the College of Wooster in Wooster, Ohio. Four SVSU teams were among the 30 competing in the contest.
SVSU professor’s book shines light on prominent African American writer
In his new book, Saginaw Valley State University English professor Eric Gardner explores Black activism during and after the Civil War through the lens of an African American writer. “Frances Ellen Watkins Harper’s Civil War and Reconstruction,” published by Oxford University Press, is the result of extensive archival research, including documents that were previously unrecovered.
SVSU names Fredericks-Follet-Roethke Graduate Fellow
Saginaw Valley State University has selected Aubrey C. North, an arts administrator and oral historian, as the 2025-26 Fredericks-Follett-Roethke Graduate Fellow in the Arts and Humanities.
SVSU moot court program rises to No. 4 in U.S.
Demonstrating remarkable skill in written and oral arguments before a mock supreme court, Saginaw Valley State University’s moot court program has catapulted to a fourth-place overall ranking among undergraduate moot court teams in the United States.
SVSU professor appointed to national moot court association board
A standout faculty member from Saginaw Valley State University is deepening his professional commitment and connections through service on a national board. Kevin G. Lorentz II, assistant professor of political science, recently took a seat on the American Moot Court Association (AMCA) Board of Governors.
SVSU students collaborate on global leadership
Members of Saginaw Valley State University’s Vitito Global Leadership Program traveled to Ghana in March to collaborate with students in Ghana while learning about urgent contemporary leadership issues.
SVSU repeats national speech championship win
Experience and preparation combined to propel Saginaw Valley State University’s competitive speech team to a national championship win for the second consecutive year.
SVSU showcase events highlight student research
Saginaw Valley State University students concluded the academic year with two annual events celebrating their scholarly achievements. On Friday, April 25, SVSU hosted the annual SE&T Symposium and the SVSU Student Showcase.
SVSU assistant professor receives prestigious Fulbright Specialist award
Jennifer Ward, assistant professor of teacher education, has received a Fulbright Specialist Program award. She will complete a two-week project at Cadi Ayyad University in Marrakesh, Morocco, on April 30.
SVSU professor tapped to chair national association
Anne Tapp Jaksa, a dedicated professor of teacher education at Saginaw Valley State University, has been selected to chair of the board of directors of AACTE (American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education) for 2025-26.
SVSU competitive speakers stand out
For the third consecutive year, Saginaw Valley State University students placed third at the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League State Championship Tournament, which took place on Saturday, March 1, at Eastern Michigan University.
SVSU students talk their way to 3rd place in speech competition
In their first year of collegiate competitive speech, six Saginaw Valley State University students have proven themselves up to the challenge, earning a third-place finish in the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League Novice State Championship Tournament. Seven colleges competed at the event, which took place at Northwood University on Saturday, Feb. 15.
SVSU moot court partners reach new heights
The Saginaw Valley State University moot court duo of Nikolas Baker and Diva Patel have set a new record for the program, finishing fifth in the nation at the American Moot Court Association final round of the national tournament.
SVSU duo qualifies for final round of national moot court tournament
Six students from SVSU’s moot court program, ranked No. 9 in the nation, traveled to the University of Houston Law Center for the American Moot Court Association’s preliminary rounds of the national tournament (PRONT) January 10-11.
SVSU Nursing Simulation Center earns reaccreditation
The Nursing Simulation Center at Saginaw Valley State University has been granted reaccreditation from the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) and the Council for Accreditation of Healthcare Simulation Programs, recognizing the center’s commitment to simulation best practices and educational excellence.
SVSU nursing grads maintain 98% pass rate on licensing exam
Graduates of Saginaw Valley State University’s nursing program continue to stand out, achieving a 98.55% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX®, the national licensure exam in 2024.
SVSU students to celebrate beginning of new chapters
As the year draws to a close, over 530 Saginaw Valley State University students will prepare to put their degrees to use and celebrate the beginning of the next chapter of their lives when they participate in commencement exercises on Saturday, Dec. 14.
SVSU students stand out in moot court
Six members of Saginaw Valley State University’s moot court team will head to the preliminary rounds of the American Moot Court Association’s (AMCA) national tournament in January.
Students recognized for public speaking
With a speech that focused on the prevalence of misinformation and disinformation, Nimnan Wuyep won the 35th Sims Public Speaking Competition at SVSU, which took place on Friday, Nov. 8. This is the second time Wuyep, an international studies major from Nigeria, captured the top spot. He has competed in the annual event three times, taking first place in 2021 and second place in 2023.
Eric Gardner Elected to Membership in the American Antiquarian Society
Eric Gardner, chair of the English Department at Saginaw Valley State University, has been elected to membership in the American Antiquarian Society (AAS), a national research library and community of learners dedicated to discovering and sharing a deeper understanding of the American past.
SVSU nursing students achieve 98% pass rate on licensing exam; program ranks in top 10% nationally for careers
The nursing program at Saginaw Valley State University continues to stand out for career preparation, as its students posted an exemplary 98.4% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX®, the national licensure exam. Nurses must pass this exam to become licensed and enter the nursing profession, and 124 Saginaw Valley State University nursing students passed the test and are ready to begin work.
SVSU adds graduate certificate program in strategic organizational communication
Saginaw Valley State University has created a new graduate certificate program in strategic organizational communication. The program begins in the fall 2024 semester.
SVSU student prepares to roll out small business with support from community
Thanks to support from the Midland Area Community Foundation, a Saginaw Valley State University student is starting a business that he hopes will innovate the sidewalk surfing world.
SVSU to offer first dual entry MSOT program in the state
In a move to make it more convenient for people to attain a master’s degree in occupational therapy, Saginaw Valley State University is expanding access to its Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program, enabling students to begin the program in either the fall semester or the winter semester.
Driven to succeed: SVSU’s Cardinal Formula Racing competing at Michigan International Speedway
On a Tuesday evening in mid-April, about a dozen members of Saginaw Valley State University’s Cardinal Formula Racing team are gathered in the Scott L. Carmona Performance Lab on campus.
SVSU moot court program ranks in top 10 in the country
Countless hours of practice and rigorous preparation have propelled Saginaw Valley State University’s moot court program into the top 10 in the nation, marking a university first and raising the bar for future competitors.
SVSU students to present research in two showcase events
Saginaw Valley State University students will cap off the academic year with two events designed to recognize and celebrate their work. On Friday, April 26, SVSU will host the SE&T Symposium and the SVSU Student Showcase. Both events are open to the public, and there is no charge to attend.
SVSU students excel in national speech tournaments
At the end of two days of intense competition at the National Speech Championship at the University of Illinois at Chicago on March 23 and 24, the team achieved a university first, breaking the top 10 to finish at No. 7.
SVSU Students Excel in Appellate Brief Writing Competition
Ten SVSU students (five teams) stood out in the American Moot Court Association’s National Brief Writing Competition, ranking among the top 30 to close out the most successful season in the history of SVSU’s moot court program.
SVSU, Memorial Healthcare partner to increase educational opportunities for Memorial employees
Saginaw Valley State University continues to strengthen the talent pool in Michigan and has established a partnership with Owosso-based Memorial Healthcare that will provide higher education opportunities to employees of the hospital.
One SVSU professor to study concept of free will, another to research gas pumping, thanks to Braun Fellowship
Two Saginaw Valley State University professors will continue to pursue their research with support from the SVSU Braun Fellowship.
SVSU professors receive first Field/Spicer Fellowship
In its inaugural year, Saginaw Valley State University’s new Field/Spicer Fellowship in Science and Engineering has been awarded to two university faculty members for their respective research projects.
SVSU Board approves university funding for Lake Huron Environmental Research Station
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control authorized two capital projects during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, Feb. 19, including $2.5 million of university funding to support construction of a $10 million facility along the Saginaw River, near the river mouth with Saginaw Bay.
SVSU to construct first university environmental research station on Lake Huron, following state budget approval
Saginaw Valley State University will build a $10 million environmental science research station along the Saginaw River, near the river mouth with Saginaw Bay, following approval of $7.5 million in capital outlay funding approved by the State of Michigan and signed into law by Gov. Whitmer on Monday, Dec. 18.
SVSU graduating seniors: Rachael Miller
In her time at SVSU, Rachael Miller felt empowered to overcome her struggles with anxiety that at one time threatened her progress to graduation. Thanks to the support and skills she found at SVSU, especially in the art department, she has become a confident and passionate graphic design major.
SVSU graduating seniors: Alexis Madak
Thanks to the encouragement and opportunities she found at SVSU, nursing major Alexis Madak was able to prove herself and become the nurse she always wanted to be. The constant support from her professors and community helped Alexis to persevere when she was struggling, allowing her to eventually graduate with honors.
SVSU Moot Court Students Continue to Argue and Advance; 3rd Team Qualifies for National Tournament
The hard-working students in Saginaw Valley State University’s undergraduate moot court program continue to stand out and earn their way to national competition as they impress others with their legal arguments.
No argument: SVSU moot court members excel
Two Saginaw Valley State University students combined hard work with experience to argue their way to the top spot at a regional moot court competition on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 11 and 12.
College students honed skills at SVSU regional sales competition
Promising future sales professionals had an opportunity to demonstrate their skills and receive personalized training during a groundbreaking regional sales competition hosted by the Scott L. Carmona College of Business at Saginaw Valley State University in October.
Saginaw Public Schools applies $2 million state grant to partner with SVSU to 'grow your own' certified teachers
Saginaw Valley State University and Saginaw Public Schools are collaborating to increase the number of certified teachers in local classrooms, thanks to a $2 million grant from the State of Michigan.
Past Winners Repeat Success in SVSU Public Speaking Contest
Preparation and passion propelled veteran competitors to the top spots in the 34th Sims Public Speaking Contest on Oct. 27.Evangeline Cruz, a communication and Spanish major from Detroit, and Nimnan Wuyep, an international studies and communication major from Nigeria took first and second place, respectively. For Cruz, this was the second time claiming victory in the competition, which she also won in 2021. Wuyep won the competition in 2022.
SVSU professor earns national award for teaching excellence
Saginaw Valley State University professor J. Blake Johnson has been recognized for his leadership and excellence in the classroom. Johnson, SVSU professor of art, joins 42 other educators across the country who will be honored with the prestigious 2024 NEA Foundation Award for Teaching Excellence.
SVSU-Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital tuition agreement aims to boost educational opportunities for Ascension associates
Ascension St. Mary’s Hospital and Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) are working together to strengthen the region’s workforce and improve quality of patient care by increasing access to educational opportunities.
Federal grant will enable SVSU to train more social workers for rural and underserved communities
With support from a two-year, $1.06 million federal grant, Saginaw Valley State University will prepare more master’s-level social workers to treat children, adolescents and young adults in rural communities in Michigan.
SVSU advanced-degree nursing students don white coats in iconic ceremony
Saginaw Valley State University recently celebrated the advancement of nurses taking their final steps to becoming primary care family nurse practitioners. On August 28, 27 SVSU Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) students received white coats and recited the white coat pledge, signifying their advancement into clinical work.
SVSU receives grant to help SVSU Midland County students launch businesses
With a generous grant from the Midland Area Community Foundation, Saginaw Valley State University is positioned to help four Midland County SVSU students launch businesses in the next year.
SVSU Receives $2.6 million to address behavioral health care needs in rural Michigan
With a $2.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Health Resources & Services Administration, Saginaw Valley State University will collaborate with Northern Michigan University to enhance behavioral health care in rural northern Michigan, especially the Upper Peninsula.
SVSU race team delivers “most satisfying result” at Society of Automotive Engineers competition
The Cardinal Formula Racing Team at Saginaw Valley State University has built the fastest college race car in the world twice (2008, 2014) and has placed among the top 20 teams several times at the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers Collegiate Design Series. Still, Brooks Byam, SVSU professor of mechanical engineering, described this year’s finish as the “most satisfying result” in his 25 years of serving as the team’s faculty advisor.
SVSU partners with U.P. College to address critical nursing workforce issue
Bay College, in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, and Saginaw Valley State University have established a new partnership to expand nursing education opportunities and grow the talent pool of nurses in the U.P. and northern Michigan through a collaboration supported by a grant from the State of Michigan.
SVSU celebrates excellence in student writing
In a celebration of excellence in writing, 20 Saginaw Valley State University students and one faculty member were recognized for their writing achievements during the 2023 University Writing Awards ceremony in April.
Two SVSU events showcase academic endeavors of SVSU students
At Saginaw Valley State University, undergraduate students have the opportunity to engage in research activities that other colleges and universities reserve for graduate students. On Friday, April 21, more than 150 SVSU students presented research findings and the results of other academic endeavors at two events.
SVSU renews elite accreditation for business programs
Saginaw Valley State University has earned an extension of its accreditation by AACSB International, the leading accrediting body for collegiate schools of business.
SVSU and Kirtland Community College strengthen partnership to grow the nursing talent pipeline, provide better patient care
Saginaw Valley State University and Kirtland Community College in Grayling continue to build on their partnership to increase the talent pool of nurses in northern Michigan.
SVSU biology professor named Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year
Art Martin, professor of biology, has received the Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year award from the Michigan Association of State Universities.
SVSU student receives national award for proficiency in French
Samantha Chew, of Midland, was named an Outstanding Senior in French by the American Association of Teachers of French.
SVSU students qualify for national competitive speaking competition
Two Saginaw Valley State University students have qualified to compete at the National Forensic Association National Championship in April.
Thorough preparation pays off for SVSU orators
The eight members of Saginaw Valley State University’s Competitive Speech team have talked their way to success at competitions this year. Most recently, the team placed 3rd in the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League’s (MISL) State Championship, which was held on March 4 at Eastern Michigan University.
SVSU students shine in novice speaking competition
Seven members of Saginaw Valley State University’s Competitive Speech team made a strong showing at the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League (MISL) Novice State Championship at Northwood University in February.
SVSU faculty receive prestigious grant to host summer institute for K-12 educators
Saginaw Valley State University English professors Natalia Knoblock and Veronika Drake have been awarded a grant of nearly $150,000 from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to develop and implement a two-week, residential summer institute for K-12 educators.
SVSU physics department receives donation of optical equipment
Saginaw Valley State University was recently awarded a donation of optical equipment from Gentec-EO through the company’s Laser Lab Awards program. Headquartered in Quebec, Canada, Gentec-EO is a worldwide supplier of instruments for the measurement of laser and terahertz equipment.
SVSU launches part-time nursing program to add pathway to nursing degree
Saginaw Valley State University is responding to regional workforce needs by creating another method to grow the nursing talent pipeline. Beginning with the spring semester, which starts Monday, May 9, SVSU will offer a new part-time nursing program designed to allow students to balance life, career and education demands.
SVSU nursing students excel on national licensing exam
Nursing students at Saginaw Valley State University persevered through numerous COVID disruptions in recent years as part of their desire to care for others. That determination resulted in extraordinary performance on the national licensing exam (NCLEX) nurses must pass to enter the nursing profession.
SVSU students make a splash at regional theatre festival
Saginaw Valley State University students took their talents on the road to compete at the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF), hosted by the University of Michigan-Flint, Jan. 11-15.
SVSU students prep tirelessly for arguments at highly competitive moot court event
Eight Saginaw Valley State University students capped off a highly competitive moot court season by competing in the American Moot Court National Tournament hosted by Louisiana State University January 14-15.
SVSU and Alpena Community College Form New Partnership to Grow the Nursing Talent Pipeline
Alpena Community College and Saginaw Valley State University will collaborate to expand
nursing education opportunities and grow the talent pool of nurses in Northern Michigan through a partnership supported by a grant from the State of Michigan.
SVSU moot court teams make strong showing at home tournament
Hours of preparation propelled Saginaw Valley State University students to strong showings in a moot court regional tournament hosted by the university on December 2 and 3. SVSU hosted 30 teams from around the country for the event, one of 16 regional tournaments at which students compete to qualify for the American Moot Court Association’s national tournament in January.
Determination leads student to victory at SVSU public speaking contest
In 2021, Nimnan Wuyep prepared intensely to compete in the Sims Public Speaking Competition at Saginaw Valley State University, but days before the annual event, illness derailed his plans. When the SVSU international studies and communication major from Nigeria fell ill a few weeks before this year’s competition, he refused to let it keep him down.
SVSU moot court team qualifies for national competition
Saginaw Valley State University students demonstrated hard work and tenacity, and distinguished themselves in moot court competition, carrying on a tradition of excellence.
SVSU and Kirtland Community College partner to improve pathways to nursing degrees
Saginaw Valley State University is partnering with Kirtland Community College in Grayling to make it easier for nursing students and nursing instructors at the northern Michigan college to earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
Through internship, SVSU student gains experience in the field
Spending time in soybean fields led Saginaw Valley State University student Avery Claybaugh to find her future career field.
SVSU business professor receives grant to improve mental health delivery
A Saginaw Valley State University professor is working to positively impact mental health care for patients by studying how addressing bottlenecks can help reduce wait times at mental health facilities.
SVSU honors medical laboratory science students in White Coat Ceremony
Saginaw Valley State University recognized graduating students in the medical laboratory science program in a White Coat Ceremony Friday, June 10 at 6 p.m. in SVSU’s Gilbertson Hall.
SVSU inducts student leaders into 24th class of Roberts Fellows
A diverse group of Saginaw Valley State University students will fuel their passion for leadership and service through their participation in the Roberts Fellowship program.
Two SVSU professors chosen for prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program
Two Saginaw Valley State University faculty members have earned highly competitive awards from the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program for the 2022-23 academic year from the U.S. Department of State and the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board.
SVSU students accepted into medical school early through partnerships
Five Saginaw Valley State University students have taken the next step to become medical doctors through their acceptance into Michigan State University’s College of Human Medicine through SVSU’s Early Assurance Program (EAP).
SVSU adds new degree program in environmental studies and sustainability
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved adding a degree program in environmental studies and sustainability Friday, May 6. The new Bachelor of Arts program will be beginning with the fall 2022 semester.
SVSU adds degree program in computer engineering
A new degree program at Saginaw Valley State University will prepare students for the growing field of computer engineering. The SVSU Board of Control Friday approved adding a new Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering degree during its regular meeting Friday, May 6.
SVSU celebrates excellence in student writing
The University Writing Program at Saginaw Valley State University celebrated the writing achievements of student writers with 2022 University Writing awards on Wednesday, April 20.
SVSU B.A.T.S. Project tackles difficult community challenges
Saginaw Valley State University is celebrating the 10th anniversary of a unique research initiative designed to involve students from different academic disciplines in identifying collaborative solutions to community challenges in Saginaw and other urban settings.
SVSU Theatre Department offers students a chance to improve their skills at the Southeastern Theatre Conference
Ten students from Saginaw Valley State University’s Theatre Department honed their skills at the Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) annual convention from March 9-13 in Memphis.
SVSU students present research at national geography conference
Three Saginaw Valley State University students recently virtually presented their faculty-led research studies at the 2022 American Association of Geographers annual meeting. They were among the more than 4,500 presentations, posters and workshops at this year’s conference
Brooke Oleson: FIRST Scholarship Recipient
An extracurricular experience in high school led to a scholarship and career preparation skills.

Brooke Olesen, an elementary education major from St. Joseph, Michigan, first heard about Saginaw Valley State University after her brother and father came to SVSU for the FIRST State Robotics Competition in 2018.
SVSU professors to use Braun Fellowship to study public literacy, modern political discourse
Saginaw Valley State University has awarded the annual Braun Fellowship to Sherrin Frances, professor of English, and Natalia Knoblock, associate professor of English, to support their research.
SVSU students distinguish themselves at Model United Nations conference
Two Saginaw Valley State University students distinguished themselves during the American Model United Nations (AMUN) conference. Political science majors Trenton Basner of Otisville and Ethan Rose of Ypsilanti earned the Outstanding Delegation Award for the contemporary Security Council.
SVSU students step toward nursing careers in White Coat Ceremony
Saginaw Valley State University saw 78 nursing students pledge to serve others as they recited an oath to patient care and accepted a white coat as a symbol of their professional status.
SVSU faculty presented with Distinguished Professor of the Year Awards
The Michigan Association of State Universities (MASU) honored two Saginaw Valley State University faculty members with the Distinguished Professor of the Year Award during the Oct. 25 meeting of the SVSU Board of Control.
SVSU students win Tyner Prizes for writing excellence
Three SVSU students have been awarded Tyner Prizes for excellence in writing. Tyner Prizes are presented annually in three categories ― fiction, poetry and nonfiction ― with a fourth prize, for creative nonfiction, awarded when appropriate. Each of the 2021 Tyner Prize winners won a monetary award of $200 and a plaque. Their names will also be added to a plaque listing past winners, which is located on the third floor of Science West.
SVSU forensics team performance in state tourney sends students to nationals in April
The Saginaw Valley State University forensics team won third place in the Team Sweepstakes category at the fall Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 5.
SVSU’s Master of Social Work program receives national accreditation
With faculty, staff and resources dedicated to empowering students eager to engage and enrich communities, the Master of Social Work program at Saginaw Valley State University was fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE), an accreditation agency.
SVSU, MiSTEM honor regional K-12 educators excelling in STEM
To honor the hard work, dedication and contributions made to STEM education, Saginaw Valley State University and MiSTEM East Central Michigan Region recognized 10 K-12 educators and staff with an award that will benefit their students’ education.
SVSU enrollment shows gains in student retention and graduate programs
Saginaw Valley State University reported solid enrollment numbers for the 2020 fall semester, given the disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. SVSU has 8,030 students taking classes this fall, a drop of 2.8% from last year’s total enrollment of 8,265. The university saw encouraging improvement in student retention and an increase in the number of graduate students.
$300K grant boosts SVSU researchers studying wastewater for traces of COVID-19
A research team at Saginaw Valley State University secured an approximately $300,000 grant to continue its work searching for traces of the COVID-19 virus in wastewater samples collected from sites in Arenac, Bay, Gladwin and Saginaw counties. That testing – which includes sampling on the SVSU campus – could help alert health officials about potential outbreaks days before individuals display symptoms. The research also detects the virus in waste of people without symptoms.
SVSU partners with OpenStax to develop affordable college textbook program
Dedicated to providing an affordable education and accessible resources, Saginaw Valley State University recently joined the OpenStax Institutional Partner Network, a group of more than 60 U.S. colleges and universities dedicated to expanding the use of open educational resources (OER) on campuses.
SVSU faculty trains Midland educators on use of online teaching tool
A connection between personal friends kick-started a professional network between Saginaw Valley State University and Midland Public Schools that organizers say will benefit education at all levels in the region.
SVSU initiative for registered nurses ranked among state's elite academic programs
A Saginaw Valley State University online academic program that empowers working nurses with a bachelor’s degree education was recognized as one of the best of its kind in the state.
SVSU searches for clues to COVID-19's prevalence in region by examining wastewater
Saginaw Valley State University researchers have been at the forefront of protecting public health at local beaches for several years. As the novel coronavirus pandemic creates a new threat to public health, Tami Sivy and her determined students are on the front lines of groundbreaking research to provide early detection. They are dedicated to protecting communities in the Great Lakes Bay Region by implementing innovative, potentially life-saving research methods.
Thursday presentations to showcase SVSU's $25.4M business college expansion, faculty; magazine editor, business leaders among presenters
Guests also are encouraged to explore the building expansion’s laboratories, classrooms and cutting-edge meeting spaces.
SVSU moot court finishes 'best year' in program's well-decorated history
The hard work and dedication of Saginaw Valley State University students culminated in the “best year ever” for the institution’s esteemed moot court program — ranked No. 17 in the U.S. — during the group’s national tournament over the weekend.
'It's a group project now;' SVSU support drives moot court program to another record year
Despite facing competition growing exponentially in size and talent, hard-driven student work ethic and a campus' support will help Saginaw Valley State University’s national tournament-bound moot court program cap off one of its most successful years ever.
SVSU forensics team places first in home tournament, students qualify for national championship
The Saginaw Valley State University forensics team won first place at the fall Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League Tournament on Saturday, Dec. 7. This is the first time SVSU has hosted or won this tournament.
Senior first student in SVSU history to advance to moot court nationals three times
“I’m very excited,” said Lindsey Mead, who will advance to the championship tournament with her SVSU teammate Justin Weller
SVSU students earn top recognition at regional geography conference
Two Saginaw Valley State University students’ passion for geography earned accolades at a recent regional geography conference hosted on campus.
SVSU student from Bay City shows perseverance to complete degree, continue service to country
Chaz Fowler is as determined in completing his education at Saginaw Valley State University as he was in completing his training to become a United States Marine.
Driven SVSU engineering student overcomes every obstacle
Mitch Hughes has shown the drive, determination, and work ethic to overcome any challenge. The senior mechanical engineering student at Saginaw Valley State University defies limits by balancing a full load of rigorous engineering courses, a demanding and time-consuming co-op, and his responsibilities as a varsity college athlete.
SVSU student's leadership earns her state Hispanic Latino Commission scholarship
With the support of her family — and now a statewide organization that recognizes her strong leadership qualities — a Saginaw Valley State University senior soon will follow in her older sister’s footsteps as a first-generation college graduate.
SVSU professor’s examination of lie detector test’s history published by Smithsonian Institution
A Saginaw Valley State University educator’s historical examination of polygraph tests recently was published on the online magazine for the Smithsonian Institution.
SVSU students engineer equipment for NASA’s consideration
A strong community partnership and a passion for creation soon could send a Saginaw Valley State University student-engineered creation where no SVSU student-engineered creation has gone before.
SVSU professor named Higher Educator of the Year by national group
A Saginaw Valley State University professor's commitment to helping college students follow through on earning their academic degrees in turn earned him national recognition from his peers.
SVSU program empowers nurses supporting patients suffering from mental health conditions, substance use addiction
Demand is high for a new Saginaw Valley State University academic program designed for advanced practice nurses passionate about caring for patients suffering from mental health conditions or substance use addiction.
SVSU updates RN to BSN program to better serve working nurses
Saginaw Valley State University is adapting its curriculum to more effectively meet the needs of nurses who are seeking to further their education. This fall, SVSU will expand its academic program for registered nurses seeking a bachelor's degree in nursing, making it better suit the lifestyles of the adult professionals enrolled in the RN (registered nurse) to BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) program.
SVSU STEM program inspires computer coding curriculum in Freeland schools
More than 1,000 students in the Freeland Community School District were inspired to learn about computer coding – and the power of scientific persistence – thanks to a teacher's participation in a Saginaw Valley State University-hosted program aimed at enriching STEM education regionally.
SVSU program inspires teacher to engineer biodiesel assignment for Millington High students
Empowered by a Saginaw Valley State University program aimed at enriching STEM education regionally, a Millington High School teacher gave his students a taste of life as an engineer during a project that spanned the 2018-19 academic year.
SVSU students apply engineering expertise in capstone project for Storch's SuperMag
(LIVONIA) - Storch Magnetics is working closely with a group of hard-working senior mechanical engineering students finishing their engineering capstone class at Saginaw Valley State University to aid Storch in the manufacturing process of the SuperMag, one of its signature products.
Strong work ethic drives SVSU Indy-style race team on eve of international competition
A year’s worth of hard work, dedication, late nights and early mornings will culminate with the literal and metaphoric rubber meeting the road this week for Saginaw Valley State University’s Cardinal Formula Racing team as it faces the world’s top collegiate talent in Indy-style racing.
Sociological study of Flint water crisis fallout part of SVSU student research symposium
A Saginaw Valley State University student turned her passion for understanding the human effects of the Flint water crisis into a nationally-presented research project that will be among about 80 research initiatives presented at SVSU this week.
Determined study results in medical school research opportunity for SVSU biology student
Saginaw Valley State University student Cole Pero has worked hard in the classroom and in the lab, and it has resulted in an extraordinary opportunity to continue his academic career.
SVSU student receives scholarship to student teach in Argentina this summer
A Saginaw Valley State University student's passion for international educational experiences will lead her to return to an Argentinian city this summer.
SVSU Occupational Therapy program to host ‘Skills for the Job of Living’ camp for stroke survivors
Saginaw Valley State University faculty, staff and students in the Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program will lead a stroke camp on campus Monday, July 22 through Friday, August 2.
SVSU forensics team places second in state contest
The Saginaw Valley State University forensics team continued its record of success during a strong showing at the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League (MISL) Novice State Championship hosted by Northwood University on Saturday, Feb. 16.
SVSU receives $99K grant to train elementary school teachers in engaging STEM education strategies
The Regional Mathematics and Science Center at Saginaw Valley State University has been awarded a grant from the Michigan Department of Education’s MiSTEM Advisory Council to help elementary teachers foster a love of science and math in students, starting at an early age.
SVSU student’s entrepreneurial spirit shines in statewide competition
The childhood lemonade stands were just a warmup for Maggie Walker, a Saginaw Valley State University student whose entrepreneurial ambitions led her to start a retailing business as a college junior and win a first-place statewide award for it recently.
SVSU student lands scholarship to top dental school through hard work, alumni support
Saginaw Valley State University student Brianna Kosecki's future is looking as bright as a freshly polished smile after being accepted into the nation's top dentistry school.
Determination drives SVSU team to strong showing at national moot court tournament
During the 2019 national tournament, a pair of Saginaw Valley State University students demonstrated the hard work and tireless commitment that continues to make the institution's moot court program among the best in the United States
SVSU medical lab science student 1 of 5 nationally to win scholarship
Carly McKenzie is a determined student, and her work ethic has resulted in winning a highly-competitive national scholarship. She was one of five students selected from more than 300 applicants to receive a $2,000 scholarship from the American Proficiency Institute (API), based in Traverse City.
New opportunities for SVSU students through partnership with Wayne State School of Medicine
Saginaw Valley State University students inspired to pursue a career in medicine now have an additional pathway to continue their education.
SVSU forensics students impress judges; 9 have qualified for national tournament
The Saginaw Valley State University forensic team continued to collect the rewards of its determined preparation, winning several honors at the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League State Tournament at Eastern Michigan University Saturday, Dec. 8.
SVSU students’ preparation pays off, team qualifies for moot court national tournament
Since Saginaw Valley State University's moot court program was established in 2010, SVSU never has failed to qualify competitors for the nation's most elite tournament.
SVSU students gain valuable corporate experience through Botz Liberal Arts Fellowship
Four Saginaw Valley State University students have been selected for a fellowship that will provide them with opportunities to apply their liberal arts education in a professional setting.
Braun Fellowship to boost SVSU faculty research into economics, environment
Two Saginaw Valley State University professors will expand their research through support received from SVSU’s Braun Fellowship. One research project will examine the efficiency of free market societies, while another will map invasive species at a national wildlife refuge.
SVSU students shine at Model United Nations Conference
Saginaw Valley State University students’ enthusiasm for international understanding helped them stand out from their collegiate peers during the eleventh American Model United Nations Conference in Chicago November 17-20.
SVSU professor receives grant for book on intersection of science and religion
Jeffrey Koperski, professor of philosophy at Saginaw Valley State University, has received nearly $90,000 from the John Templeton Foundation to fund his book project focused on science and religion.
SVSU selects K-12 educators for Gerstacker leadership program
A new group of K-12 education leaders committed to professional growth will join the Saginaw Valley State University Gerstacker Fellowship program for 2018-19.
SVSU student receives leadership scholarship from Hispanic Latino Commission of Michigan
A student leader at Saginaw Valley State University recently has earned a $1,000 leadership scholarship from the Hispanic Latino Commission of Michigan.
Groundbreaking ceremony for building expansion to house SVSU business college
Campus and community leaders will gather Monday for a groundbreaking ceremony before construction begins on a $25 million building expansion project at Saginaw Valley State University. The 38,500-square-foot expansion, announced earlier this year, will house SVSU's Scott L. Carmona College of Business & Management when construction is expected to finish in January 2020.
SVSU receives research grant aimed at reducing Saginaw Bay Watershed contamination
Saginaw Valley State University has received additional resources to study environmental conditions in the Saginaw Bay Watershed and improve public health for people living in and visiting communities in the watershed. SVSU faculty, staff and students are performing research aimed at identifying and reducing contamination in regional waterways.
SVSU students empowered to grow as leaders through Roberts Fellowship
Ten Saginaw Valley State University students are engaged in a year-long leadership development initiative following their selection for the highly competitive Roberts Fellowship.
SVSU staff member selected as educational ambassador for trip to Sudan
A Saginaw Valley State University staff member will pursue her passion for intercultural education when she serves as one of 51 educational ambassadors selected for a trip to the nation of Sudan later this month.
Passion for public speaking leads to victory for SVSU forensics team
Students on the Saginaw Valley State University forensics team have extraordinary enthusiasm for public speaking, and it showed during the latest Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League tournament, where SVSU claimed a first place finish.
SVSU hosts program empowering middle and high school students as leaders in STEM studies
With demand expected to rise in STEM-related jobs across Michigan, Saginaw Valley State University and regional partners are continuing a collaboration aimed at developing and growing the next generation of leaders in the sciences.
SVSU history professor authors book on Cold War-era polygraph use
John Baesler, associate professor of history at Saginaw Valley State University, has written his first book, examining the topic of polygraph use during and after the Cold War.
SVSU student receives scholarship for marketing success in the Great Lakes Bay Region
Saginaw Valley State University student Valerie Klein's passion for marketing and her creative spirit paid off recently when she received a scholarship from the Midland Area Chamber of Commerce.
SVSU student invited to Oxford to present her research on autonomous vehicles
Saginaw Valley State University's Danielle Slonac continued her accomplished undergraduate career by presenting her research on the geography of innovation in the autonomous vehicle industry at Oxford University in England during The Institute for Global Business Research conference in May.
Determined SVSU graduate clears hurdles, earns microbiologist position with Covenant HealthCare
A self-proclaimed family man with a baby on the way – and who worked his way through college – Sean Suitor is no stranger to hard work and responsibility.
SVSU grad headed to law school to advocate for the less fortunate
Some students arrive at college unsure of their course of study; others change majors along the way. Not Hayley Tomich. She knew what she wanted to do before she ever stepped foot on campus at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU extends partnership with Jinan University in China
Saginaw Valley State University has affirmed its longstanding partnership with Jinan University, SVSU's sister school from Guangzhou, China.
SVSU team shows off engineering ability, races to impressive showing at demanding international contest
Powering through adversity, Saginaw Valley State University's Cardinal Formula Racing Team again secured its place among the world’s elite, earning one of its best finishes ever in an annual competition against many of the top engineering students from across the globe.
SVSU engineering students take on new challenge, design Mars robot for NASA competition
A team of 12 senior engineering and computer science students at Saginaw Valley State University have designed a robot prototype that would be capable of mining a simulated surface of the planet Mars. Next week, they will see how their design stacks up against the nation’s best.
SVSU student receives outstanding senior in French award
Kelsey Hyde started his undergraduate career at SVSU studying science and graduated with a chemical physics degree in 2015. Now he is completing a second bachelor’s degree, this time in French, earning accolades for his impressive dedication to his current field of study.
Carrollton students invited to give national presentation on SVSU-run Chief Science Officers Program
Two Carrollton High School students traveled to Washington, D.C. to present on the work they have been doing to increase interest in math and science among their peers. During the academic year, Hudson Holm and Emily Jaremba have been participating in the Chief Science Officers program organized by Saginaw Valley State University.
Teachers invited to apply for summer writing workshop
The Alden and Vada Dow Creativity Foundation is once again providing generous funding to allow Saginaw Valley State University and other partners to support K-12 teachers in their quest to become writing instructors and inspire a love of writing in their students.
SVSU hosts FIRST Robotics state championships
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome 160 high school robotics teams from across the state for the FIRST in Michigan state championships this week. The event is expected to draw about 5,000 high school students and 8,000 total visitors to campus each day of the competition.
SVSU’s Leonard a finalist for top adviser award in FIRST Robotics worldwide competition
There is life in the machinery for John Leonard. The Saginaw Valley State University laboratory support coordinator has enjoyed working with electronics in machine shop environments for as long as he can remember. What really brings him joy, though, is working alongside - and teaching - others who share the sentiment.
SVSU seeking nominations for ‘Heroes in Education’
Saginaw Valley State University is seeking nominations for its third annual Heroes in Education awards.
SVSU 'Human Library' event to turn compelling people into open books for visitors
For a few hours next week, visitors of Saginaw Valley State University's library will have access to an additional medium of information: people.
SVSU seeks to inspire future teachers in “Heart of Teaching” event
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome leading educators from the Great Lakes Bay Region to provide insight and motivation for students and others seeking education careers during “The Heart of Teaching” forum Friday, March 16 at 1:30 p.m. in Gilbertson Hall.
SVSU professor of nursing earns prestigious Fulbright award to study health care in Ireland
Sally Decker, professor of nursing at Saginaw Valley State University, has been selected as a Fulbright Scholar to support her teaching and research in Ireland.
In first year of DECA competition, all 6 SVSU students qualify for nationals
Saginaw Valley State University students rose to the challenge and delivered inspiring performances at the Michigan DECA conference in Grand Rapids.
SVSU student published for her research on injury, illness in marching band and color guard members
Saginaw Valley State University student Alissa Rhode, an athletic training major from Grosse Ile, recently learned that her determined research efforts will result in being published in a leading scholarly journal – a rare achievement for an undergraduate. Her article, “Injury and Illness in Marching Band and Color Guard Members and the Need for Athletic Trainers: A Critically Appraised Topic,” will appear in the Fall 2017 edition of the Journal of Sports Medicine and Allied Health Science.
SVSU students find their voice in forensics program, speaking their way to among Michigan's best
When Jill Castle walked into the classroom for her first day of the Intercollegiate Forensics course at Saginaw Valley Sate University, she did not fully realize she was joining the forensics team. What she thought was an upper division 3-credit communication course turned out to be an opportunity of a lifetime.
SVSU student nabs top honor for essay examining 2015 young adult novel
A passion for exploring literary theory led Saginaw Valley State University student Victoria Phelps to write a college essay recently honored as the top undergraduate paper presented at a conference for the Midwest chapters of Sigma Tau Delta, an English honors society.
SVSU professors to use Braun Fellowship to study signs of metabolic syndrome, managing patient flow in health care
Saginaw Valley State University will support two professors in their scholarly endeavors to improve people’s health. Jay Scott, associate professor of biology, and Danilo Sirias, professor of management, have been awarded SVSU’s Braun Fellowship.
SVSU students showcase senior projects at engineering symposium
Saginaw Valley State University will host its annual fall Engineering Symposium Friday, Dec. 8.
SVSU’s Heileman receives national award for empowering student health educators
A national organization dedicated to promoting healthy and safe college campuses has honored Cortney Heileman of Saginaw Valley State University for her commitment to empower SVSU students to help their peers make healthy decisions.
SVSU student earns best presentation honor at Midwest sports medicine conference
Saginaw Valley State University student Taylor Taraski's study on the mobility of Division II football players won high praise at a recent regional sports medicine conference.
National physics group honors SVSU’s Reed
The American Association of Physics Teachers has recognized Laurie Reed, lecturer of physics at Saginaw Valley State University, for her exceptional commitment to undergraduate teaching.
SVSU selects K-12 educators for Gerstacker leadership program
A new group of K-12 education leaders committed to professional growth will join the Saginaw Valley State University Gerstacker Fellowship program in 2018.
SVSU students display speaking skills during Sims Public Speaking Competition
Six Saginaw Valley State University students demonstrated their proficiency in public speaking on Friday, Nov. 3 during SVSU's 28th annual Sims Public Speaking Competition. The competition allows students to hone their oral communication skills while presenting on topics of their choosing.
SVSU student paper wins first place at Michigan Sociological Association conference
A Saginaw Valley State University student’s determination in her study resulted in high praise for her academic paper. Kellie Rankey, a creative writing major and sociology minor from Saginaw, won the 2017 Student Paper Award from the Michigan Sociological Association.
SVSU first in the nation to offer students Healthcare Financial Professional Certification
Saginaw Valley State University has become the first university in the nation to offer the Certified Healthcare Financial Professional credential when school leaders incorporate this certification into the curriculum this fall. The certification is available to those studying in SVSU's Master of Science in Health Administration and Leadership program.
SVSU student’s passion for political communication pays off with prestigious scholarship
A Saginaw Valley State University senior was one of 60 students in the nation to receive a prestigious scholarship given to undergraduates passionate about communications in the public policy industry.
SVSU to prepare ‘chief science officers’ to boost STEM learning in K-12 schools. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 22 and Wednesday, Aug. 23Gilbertson Hall, 2nd floor, SVSU campus
Saginaw Valley State University will host two days of workshops and fun learning activities for more than 50 middle school and high school students from the Great Lakes Bay Region who will serve as “chief science officers” in their schools during the upcoming academic yea
SVSU analysis shows Saginaw has seen major gains in safety
Research and analysis by a pair of Saginaw Valley State University professors shows that the City of Saginaw has seen a startling reduction in major crimes in recent years, and that neighboring communities also are safer.
SVSU study shows blight removal a significant factor in Saginaw’s drop in crime
Armed with federal funds, crews demolished 884 vacant homes in the city of Saginaw from 2013 to 2015. Two Saginaw Valley State University professors say those demolitions are directly linked to a significant reduction of serious crime in the city.
All-American running career prepares SVSU grad to serve U.S. Navy as submarine engineer
With exceptional discipline and inspired determination, Joey Southgate became an All-American athlete during a personal best-smashing, “storybook-ending” final run in May as a track athlete at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU alum to study Theodore Roethke's 'North American Sequence' as scholar
A Saginaw Valley State University alumnus and literary scholar will return to the institution this summer in part to study one of the later writings of 20th century poet and Saginaw native Theodore Roethke.
Strong interest for SVSU Education Employment Fair
Saginaw Valley State University is seeing a growing demand for teachers, and will hold a job fair for positions in the education industry Tuesday, June 13 from noon to 2 p.m. in Gilbertson Hall. The fair is open to the public.
SVSU engineering students aiming to assist in pet surgery recovery with automated intensive care unit
When dogs undergo surgery, veterinarians often must suture a nasal oxygen catheter to the animal, making for an uncomfortable recovery. Four Saginaw Valley State University electrical engineering students are working to ensure that is no longer necessary for a Saginaw County pet emergency hospital.
SVSU research shows police in greater Saginaw respond faster than national average
Data analyzed by a Saginaw Valley State University professor shows that the average time it takes police to respond to serious crimes in the Saginaw region is significantly less than the national average.
SVSU hosting open house for new master’s program in computer science & information systems
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting an open house for students interested in learning more about the new master’s degree program in computer science and information systems approved by the Board of Control earlier this month. SVSU professors will be on hand from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 23 in Pioneer Hall room 238 to answer questions and provide information about the program.
SVSU student awarded national honor as Outstanding Senior in French
Recent Saginaw Valley State University graduate Tory Thompson has received a national honor. The American Association of Teachers of French selected him to receive a 2017 Outstanding Senior in French Award.
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing finishes as top undergraduate team for 3rd straight year;
Places 6th in the world in acceleration
The Saginaw Valley State University Cardinal Formula Race team sped its way to another impressive performance, posting the top score among exclusively undergraduate programs for the third consecutive year at the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers Collegiate Design Series May 10-13 at Michigan International Speedway.
SVSU student shows perseverance to complete degree
Emotions filled Natalie Jacobs as she crossed the stage during Commencement exercises at Saginaw Valley State University Saturday, May 6.
SVSU writing tutors share expertise in building university writing center in Japan
Saginaw Valley State University secondary education majors Renee Okenka of Swartz Creek, and Samantha Geffert of Farmington Hills, are studying abroad at Shikoku University in Tokushima, Japan this summer, and their trip includes a special purpose: getting a newly established Writing Center off to a good start.
SVSU student examines causes of fraud in honors thesis
Nearly 16 years have passed since the public became aware of widespread fraud at Enron, an energy company that ultimately had one of the biggest bankruptcies in American history. Legislators have enacted stricter laws to try to prevent future such catastrophes, but just last month, banking giant Wells Fargo was outed in the latest scandal.
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing members pushing their limits in advance of international contest
The hard-working, motivated members of the Saginaw Valley State University Cardinal Formula Racing team are hoping for a top 10 finish this year at the at the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (FSAE) Collegiate Design Series on May 10-13 at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, Michigan.
Brother's disease led to SVSU student's research project set for display during Friday showcase
Saginaw Valley State University exercise science major Geena Militello gained a unique perspective on life by growing up with a brother living with muscular dystrophy, a group of diseases that cause progressive weakness and loss of muscle mass.
Forty projects featured in SVSU Science and Engineering Symposium
Saginaw Valley State University on Friday, April 21, will host its winter 2017 Science and Engineering Symposium, where the public can view the work students performed on 40 projects.
SVSU moot court students' strong performance in national tourney wraps up best year yet
Four Saginaw Valley State University students capped off a year of determined study and preparation with a strong showing at a national moot court tournament at the University of Chicago.
SVSU students present research on writing strategies
Ten Saginaw Valley State University Writing Center tutors were among a group of undergraduates selected to present their research at the East Central Writing Center Association 2017 Conference held at Southwestern Michigan College on the weekend of March 24-25.
SVSU students hope their firefighting robot douses competition at international contest
In its attempt to douse a fire, “Card-Bot 1.0” is blazing a trail for a new STEM-oriented student organization at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU history professor researches Cold War-era U.S. military experience in his native Germany
John Baesler was a boy in Bensheim, West Germany in the 1980s when his family — watching a crime drama on TV — heard a knock at the front door one evening. On the other side were two members of his family he met for the first time that night: His father’s niece and her daughter, who had arrived there after a daring escape from then-Communist-occupied East Germany.
Five SVSU elementary education majors to attend early childhood conference
Five elementary education majors from Saginaw Valley State University will be presenting at the Early Childhood conference hosted by the Michigan Association for the Education of Young Children. The event will take place Thursday through Saturday, April 20-22, at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel and DeVos Place in Grand Rapids.
SVSU to provide additional scholarship support for Bay Commitment students
Saginaw Valley State University will expand its commitment to supporting students and increasing educational attainment in the Great Lakes Bay Region by providing new scholarships for Bay County students who are Bay Commitment scholarship recipients.
SVSU to host FIRST in Michigan statewide high school robotics competition
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome nearly 5,000 high school students from across Michigan for the statewide FIRST Robotics competition Wednesday, April 12 through Saturday, April 15. Including professional mentors and family members, an estimated 7,500 people will descend on the Great Lakes Bay Region for the competition, which is designed to inspire students to pursue careers in the STEM fields: science, technology, engineering and math.
SVSU professors receive Braun Fellowship to improve health of pregnant women, write poetry collection
Two Saginaw Valley State University professors have received support from SVSU for their scholarly activity. Arra Ross, associate professor of English, and Rebecca Schlaff, assistant professor of kinesiology, have been selected for the Braun Fellowship.
SVSU student invited to present at World Congress on Public Health and Nutrition in Italy
Saginaw Valley State University student Jarrod Eaton, a health science major from St. Johns, has a genuine interest in the health of college students, and has pursued research in this regard. He has been invited to present his research at the 2nd World Congress on Public Health and Nutrition in Rome, Italy March 22-24.
SVSU music department earns national reaccreditation
The Saginaw Valley State University Department of Music hit a high note with accreditors, and has earned accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Music for the second time, this time for a 10-year period.
SVSU business students selected for global business leadership
Eleven Saginaw Valley State University students passionate about global business will receive leadership development and travel abroad after being selected for the 5th class of SVSU’s Vitito Global Leadership Institute.
SVSU residential student honored with national award for promoting health
A Saginaw Valley State University student's passion for promoting a safe environment for her peers has earned her national recognition. Megan Christoson, a health science major from Fowlerville, recently received the National Association of College and University Residence Halls Student of the Month award for November.
SVSU student wins top honor in national collegiate courtroom competition
A Saginaw Valley State University student’s passionate approach to arguing courtroom cases in a competitive collegiate setting earned him the highest national honor from the American Moot Court Association.
SVSU professor receives national neuroscience honor
A Saginaw Valley State University educator has earned accolades from colleagues nationally for his commitment to support and empower students with research opportunities.
SVSU student wins first place for presentation on Kawkawlin River research
Saginaw Valley State University student Erik Breidinger recently earned top honors for presenting his community-minded research on the Kawkawlin River. A communication and geography double major from Auburn, he won first place in the undergraduate paper presentation category at the American Association of Geographers East Lakes/West Lakes conference Friday, Oct. 14 at Northern Michigan University.
Recess is over: Michigan's teaching job openings are on the rise — and SVSU is supplying the talent
Craig Douglas, dean of SVSU’s College of Education, said demand for teaching jobs in Michigan is experiencing a stark rebound after years of decline. As a result, aspiring teachers who once faced an uncertain job market upon graduation now have plenty of options.
SVSU partners with CMU College of Medicine
A new cooperative agreement will grant Saginaw Valley State University premedical students early assurance of admission to the Central Michigan University College of Medicine through the Early Assurance Program.
SVSU faculty and students recognized for empowering research
Saginaw Valley State University students and faculty showcased community-based health-related research projects to representatives from private foundations at the University of Michigan’s “Big House.”
SVSU to host presentation of “Reaching for Opportunity” report
Saginaw Valley State University will host presentations by John Austin, president of the Michigan State Board of Education, and Brandy Johnson, executive director of the Michigan College Access Network, Monday, Oct. 10.
SVSU students earn accolades from Enterprise internship initiative
A pair of Saginaw Valley State University students showed their commitment to excellence when they were recognized for their outstanding performance at a summer-long internship program with Enterprise Holdings, the corporation largely known for vehicle rental services.
SVSU to offer new degree: Master of Arts - Public Administration
Saginaw Valley State University has approved a new graduate degree program and will enroll students for the Master of Arts - Public Administration program, beginning with the upcoming fall semester.
SVSU neuroscience student honored for brain research
A Saginaw Valley State University student has earned two major accomplishments recently for his dedication in research relating to improving the lives of individuals who have suffered traumatic brain injuries.
SVSU student accepted to challenging University of Wisconsin summer research program in chemistry
A Saginaw Valley State University student is spending her summer pursuing a passion for chemistry research through a highly competitive program at a university nationally renowned for its graduate programs in chemistry.
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing adapts and perseveres to again place among world’s best
The Saginaw Valley State University Cardinal Formula Racing team competed well and finished highly during the 2016 Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (FSAE) Collegiate Design Series at Michigan International Speedway May 11-14.
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing hopes for better final day during 2016 international contest
The faculty adviser for the Saginaw Valley State University Cardinal Formula Racing team says hard work, dedication and teamwork could propel this group to a strong finish at the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers Collegiate Design Series later this week at Michigan International Speedway.
SVSU students to attend national conference for female leaders
Two Saginaw Valley State University students have been awarded scholarships to attend a national conference in June.
SVSU, Bay-Arenac ISD reach agreement on health and human services credit transfer
Leaders with Saginaw Valley State University and Bay-Arenac ISD Career Center recently demonstrated their shared community-minded commitment by signing an articulation agreement to benefit students planning careers in the health professions.
SVSU English professor to discuss 19th century black literature at Massachusetts event
A Saginaw Valley State University English professor will grace a stage that has spotlighted scholars prominent in literary studies and history such as David S. Reynolds, Carla Peterson and Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
SVSU students take top honors at Michigan forensics tournament
Two Saginaw Valley State University students captured top honors at the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League forensics tournament held at Eastern Michigan University March 11-12.
SVSU to host 600 high school students in the health sciences
Saginaw Valley State University will host 600 high school health science students for a HOSA competition Wednesday, Jan. 6.
SVSU Theatre Department presents modern adaptation of classic
The Saginaw Valley State University Department of Theatre will present “Little Women … Now,” a contemporary adaptation of the classic novel by Louisa May Alcott, April 15-19 in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
Flight of fancy: SVSU production inspires audience to give wings to dreams
Anyone who remembers when their imaginations soared will appreciate Saginaw Valley State University’s next theatre production, “When She Had Wings.” Performances will be held in SVSU’s Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts Wednesday, Feb. 18-Saturday, Feb. 21, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 22, at 3 p.m.
SVSU Theatre reboots a robot revolution with “R.U.R.: An AI Musical Melodrama”
Saginaw Valley State University’s Department of Theatre will bring together human creativity and artificial intelligence with “R.U.R.: An AI Musical Melodrama,” running Wednesday, Oct. 15 through Sunday, Oct. 19, in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
“An Evening With Mozart” concert at SVSU
Seventy-five choral singers, 19 musicians and four soloists will join together to bring “An Evening With Mozart” to Saginaw Valley State University’s Rhea Miller Recital Hall on Wednesday, April 23, at 7:30 p.m.
Blondes aren’t the only ones having fun
Wrapped up like a pretty pink package, Elle Woods proves that blondes have more than fun on their minds in Saginaw Valley State University’s staging of “Legally Blonde The Musical.” Performances will be held Wednesday, April 9-Saturday, April 12, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, April 13, at 3 p.m. in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
The 'bots are back!
The ’bots are coming back to Saginaw Valley State University! SVSU will host the FIRST® in Michigan state championship, beginning Thursday, April 3, and running through Saturday, April 5. The competition is expected to bring 160 FIRST® Robotics teams representing high schools throughout the state. In addition to the 5,000 students, SVSU expects an additional 4,000 visitors.
SVSU Theatre to stage ‘Women Who Weave’
Saginaw Valley State University’s theatre department presents “Women Who Weave,” a play that draws on Greek mythology to present heroism as a choice vs. a destiny. The show runs Wednesday-Saturday, Feb. 19-22, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 23, at 3 p.m. All performances will be held in SVSU’s Malcolm Field Theatre for the Performing Arts.
Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum hosts “Black Art in the Absence of Light” film screening
The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, located on the campus of Saginaw Valley State University is pleased to host a film screening of “Black Art in the Absence of Light” on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 1:00 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall at SVSU.
Dow Visiting Artist Dr. Veronica Hicks to Visit SVSU and Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
Veronica Hicks, Ph.D., will be a visiting artist at Saginaw Valley State University from Tuesday, Feb. 4–Thursday, Feb. 6. During her stay, she will facilitate a cyanotype fabric printing workshop, present a lecture, model a lesson plan with education students, and meet with university students and faculty.
SVSU presents play about forgotten women of World War II
Saginaw Valley State University is shedding light on an often-forgotten part of World War II with the Theatre Department’s production of “The Night Witches” from Wednesday, Nov. 20-Sunday, Nov. 24.
SVSU Theatre to produce a classic French comedy
To kick off its 2024-25 season, Saginaw Valley State University’s Department of Theatre is showcasing a French comedy performed in a classic Italian style. “The Miser” will run from Wednesday, Oct. 16, through Saturday, Oct. 19, at 7:30 p.m., as well as on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 3 p.m. in SVSU’s Malcom Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum Receives Grant from Midland Area Community Foundation for Public Art Installations
The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, located on the campus of Saginaw Valley State University has received a grant award of $12,000 from the Midland Area Community Foundation (MACF). The award will support three temporary public art installations in Midland County as part of the 2024 Public Art Passport exhibition
SVSU presents ‘Noises Off’
The Saginaw Valley State University theatre department is giving audiences a behind-the-scenes look at putting on a show with its production of “Noises Off,” a PG-13 play that runs from Wednesday, Feb. 21-Sunday, Feb. 25 in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
SVSU theatre selected to present at regional theatre festival
In January, 19 Saginaw Valley State University theatre students will reprise their roles as theater designers, performers and technicians when they present their production of “Burning Bluebeard” during the closing ceremony of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) Region 3.
SVSU to present university premiere of ‘Burning Bluebeard,’ popular holiday show in Chicago
It is often said that tragedy and comedy are closely linked. Saginaw Valley State University’s theatre department will demonstrate just that with the production of “Burning Bluebeard” by Jay Torrence. The play will run from Wednesday, Oct. 25 through Sunday, Oct. 29.
Student wins scholarship for Roethke-inspired beer label
Saginaw Valley State University graphic design major Austin Hlinka can add another accomplishment to his resume: beer label designer. Hlinka, a graphic design major from Sterling, was named winner of a contest to design labels for three beers specially created for the Theodore Roethke Poetry & Arts Festival. In recognition of his achievement, he has earned a $300 scholarship.
SVSU to present first full-length production of ‘Very Berry Dead’
Jose Perez IV, the author and director of Saginaw Valley State University’s next theatre performance, “Very Berry Dead,” is no stranger to the Great Lakes Bay Region. The multifaceted talent grew up in Saginaw, graduating from Nouvel Catholic Central before completing bachelor’s and master’s degrees in drama.
Celebrated gospel artist Marvin Winans to perform at SVSU for MLK Regional Celebration
Well-known Detroit pastor and gospel artist Marvin L. Winans will perform at the Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Celebration at Saginaw Valley State University on Wednesday, Jan. 18. The event begins at 7 p.m.
SVSU presents ‘The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds’
Saginaw Valley State University’s second theatre performance of the season tells the story of motherhood, science and beauty in the play “The Effect of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds.”
SVSU Theatre opens season with ‘Tiny Beautiful Things’
Love, loss, resentment, disconnection – these universal themes are explored and addressed by an advice columnist in “Tiny Beautiful Things,” the first play in Saginaw Valley State University’s 2022-2023 season.
SVSU lecturer will explore intersection of race and popular culture
Saginaw Valley State University will host speaker Su‘ad Abdul Khabeer as part of the Dr. Raana Akbar Memorial Lecture Series on Wednesday, Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. A book signing, with refreshments, will follow the lecture.
SVSU’s theatre production showcases feminist themes, international cast
The final production in Saginaw Valley State University’s 2021-2022 theatre season features feminist themes and a talented cast featuring a number of international students.
SVSU theatre production features talented cast, production crew
The Saginaw Valley State University theatre department will debut its first show of 2022, “Silent Sky,” this week.
SVSU celebrates Black History Month with art exhibit, mobile museum
Saginaw Valley State University will celebrate Black History Month with events throughout the month of February.
SVSU thespians, musician shine at regional theatre festival
Students from Saginaw Valley State University recently made their mark as some of the best collegiate performing artists, producers and designers in the Midwest.
SVSU theatre production to feature seasoned actors and newcomers
Theatre production will showcase students who are new to acting in SVSU productions as well as seasoned performers.
SVSU student-led production opens theatre season
An SVSU student’s passion project will mark the first in-person theatre production of the 2021-22 academic year.
SVSU “Post(al) Pandemic” art exhibition delivers glimpses into life under the shadow of COVID-19
Artists from across the nation and around the world are displaying their works at Saginaw Valley State University’s Art Department Gallery.
SVSU celebrates writing excellence
The University Writing Program at SVSU celebrated the writing achievements of student writers with 2021 University Writing awards.
A Peek Into Social Constructs: SVSU’s reimagined “A Doll House” explores timeless themes in 1950s setting
Henrik Ibsen’s landmark drama “A Doll House” stirred significant controversy when it was introduced in 1879. SVSU’s adaptation of Ibsen’s classic offers a look into enduring social constructs through the lens of a 1950s television show, complete with commercials.
Political commentator Van Jones set as virtual MLK event speaker for SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University in January will welcome Van Jones, a political commentator who regularly appears on nationally-televised TV programs, to deliver the keynote address for the 12th annual Great Lakes Bay Regional Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. This year's event will be presented virtually.
SVSU student actors, vocalists to perform in virtual holiday show
Saginaw Valley State University’s theatre department will adopt a fitting theme (“Stay At Home”) as part of a virtual performance of SVSU’s annual holiday variety show.
SVSU theatre to stream play that explores race relations
As conversations about social justice and race relations are in the forefront of American culture, a Saginaw Valley State University theatre director hopes his latest production provides valuable perspectives for a constructive conversation.
Director 'Dreams' up modern twist to Shakespeare classic for online SVSU play
Karla Kash is no stranger to directing challenging productions of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Once, she led a group of fourth graders portraying the zany Athenian characters featured in one of the world’s original romantic comedies.
Defying a global pandemic, SVSU will move production of 'Macbeth' online for the world to watch from home
In Melanie Frasca’s mind, she imagined one final farewell on stage at Saginaw Valley State University; a climactic curtsy as the curtain closed in front of her, signaling a poignant end to her beloved experience as a student actor there that began in 2016. But when a pandemic led to the closure of public events worldwide – including her planned portrayal of one of Shakespeare’s most iconic characters – it seemed Frasca and her fellow graduating seniors would lose their chance at a proper sendoff
Event featuring Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha canceled
The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine has canceled the planned Thursday, March 12 presentation featuring Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha at Saginaw Valley State University in keeping with MSU’s proactive measures to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.
21st-century feminism topic of SVSU Women’s History Month presentation
Bringing with her a message of female empowerment, Philadelphia-based author and activist Feminista Jones will discuss the state of feminism in the 21st century during a Saginaw Valley State University Women's History Month presentation later this month.
Doctor who exposed Flint water crisis to present at SVSU
A public health advocate — once named among the “100 Most Influential People in the World” by Time magazine — will visit SVSU next week to discuss her role in uncovering the Flint water crisis.
At Saginaw Art Museum exhibition, SVSU student's photography puts trauma in focus
A Saginaw Valley State University student's photographic exploration of childhood trauma and adult PTSD will be on display beginning today at The Saginaw Art Museum.
Hometown Hollywood star Brian d'Arcy James to perform with students at SVSU event
Joining James that evening will be some of the university’s top theatre students as well as award-winning Gershwin pianist Kevin Cole.
SVSU student-musicians to showcase talents at Wednesday concert
Musical talent and skill will be on display in Saginaw Valley State University’s Rhea Miller Recital Hall on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at 7:30 p.m. during a recital featuring SVSU music majors.
SVSU theatre production about 1918 train disaster explores love, loss, and hope
A cheerful eulogy exploring the nature of performance, self and tragedy will be the focus of the upcoming Saginaw Valley State University production of “Roustabout: The Great Circus Train Wreck!”
Award-winning author to examine links between border regimes, literature during SVSU talk
An award-winning author will connect the politics of border regimes with contemporary world literature as part of a presentation at Saginaw Valley State University next week.
SVSU Black History Month event showcases history of racism and ‘Hateful Things’
The painful and racist legacy of Jim Crow-era America will be on display as part of Saginaw Valley State University Black History Month-themed events featuring historians sharing with the community about the “hateful things” from the nation’s past.
SVSU theatre students shine at regional competition
A group of 17 Saginaw Valley State University students and theatre faculty members took their passion for theater to the annual Kennedy Center American College Theatre Region III Festival (KCACTF) Jan. 7-12 in Madison, Wisconsin.
'Images from China' featured in SVSU art gallery exhibition
As part of an exchange program with Shenyang Aerospace University in China, Saginaw Valley State University is hosting an art exhibition featuring paintings and lacquerware that explores culture and memory, among other themes.
National thought leaders to speak during regional health conference at SVSU
Two thought leaders and change agents will headline a regional health conference at Saginaw Valley State University Friday, Jan. 24. This eleventh annual conference, titled “The Region's Health and Health Care Systems: Communities Achieving Excellence and Moving Upstream,” will be held from 8:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.
SVSU staff, faculty art highlighted in Midland Center for the Arts exhibition
Saginaw Valley State University staff and faculty members are showcased as part of a Midland Center for the Arts art exhibition open to the public now until early January.
SVSU students display exceptional representation at Model United Nations Conference
Two Saginaw Valley State University students’ enthusiasm for international diplomacy earned them an award at a recent conference and an opportunity to advance to international competition.
SVSU holiday production to showcase diverse cast of performers
Saginaw Valley State University student dancers, actors, and vocalists will perform together on stage to celebrate the holiday season in “Home For The Holidays: A Holiday Variety Show!”
Four SVSU students headed to moot court national tourney; more could qualify after upcoming contest
Through determination and hard work, Saginaw Valley State University’s top-ranked moot court program will continue its decade-long streak sending competitors to a national championship.
SVSU student-vocalists earn top honors at state competition
Students passionate about vocal performance led Saginaw Valley State University to an impressive appearance at the Michigan chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) competition earlier this month.
Mental health crisis in black communities focus of SVSU student's award-winning speech
A Saginaw Valley State University student’s passion for raising awareness about the mental health crisis in black communities recently helped her take home the top prize for a longstanding annual public speaking contest at the institution.
SVSU Flute Choir to perform Friday concert
Saginaw Valley State University’s Department of Music will present the SVSU Flute Choir concert on Friday, Nov. 15, at 7:30 p.m. in Founders Hall on campus.
SVSU Cardinal Singers and Concert Choir to perform, raise awareness about mental health issues
Musicians with Saginaw Valley State University's Cardinal Singers and Concert Choir groups, inspired to shine a light on social issues, will perform a concert this week aimed at raising awareness about mental health challenges. The concert, titled “Threads of Joy,” is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 14, at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU's Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU to host recital dedicated to late opera singer Jessye Norman
Saginaw Valley State University will continue its Rhea Miller Concert Series this week with a musical performance by LaToya Lain, a soprano singer familiar to the Great Lakes Bay Region, and Casey Robards, pianist. The performance is scheduled Saturday, Nov. 9, at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU’s Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU to host Foreign Language Day event for 400 visiting high school students
An annual celebration of language, culture and friendship will return to Saginaw Valley State University this week.
Student resiliency expert to discuss neuroscience and education during SVSU talk
A leader in the field of education will visit Saginaw Valley State University in November to discuss the role of neuroscience in education.
Leading role in 'Proof' showcases SVSU student's acting
Audiences familiar with Abigail Burgess' on-stage performance earlier this year as a Dolly Parton-inspired spitfire may have a hard time recognizing her as she takes center stage again — this time playing the troubled young woman leading Saginaw Valley State University's production of "Proof," a Pulitzer Prize-winning drama about a mourning family in crisis.
Trombone performance to put SVSU band director in musical spotlight
A Saginaw Valley State University educator perhaps most publicly known for directing SVSU’s marching band will share one of his other musical talents in an upcoming concert on campus.
Sound 'Proof': Student's talent adds depth to SVSU production of Pulitzer Prize-winning play
A sophomore’s passion for theatre sound and lighting design — along with his quickly-growing résumé of experience and training in the field — will be on display during a Saginaw Valley State University production of “Proof” later this month.
Education expert to discuss student engagement methods during SVSU talk
An expert in education will discuss concepts aimed at engaging learners in new ways during her visit to Saginaw Valley State University later this month.
At SVSU event, former MIT president to discuss ‘living machines,’ technology of the future
‘Living machines’ and their role in the future of humanity will be the focus of a guest speaker’s talk this week at Saginaw Valley State University.
Season-opening winning streak continues for SVSU forensics program
Hard work and dedication helped Saginaw Valley State University's forensics team experience its fifth consecutive year winning the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League season-opening tournament.
Former New York Mets manager to visit SVSU in October
A retired Major League Baseball manager and Midland native will return to the region next month to talk about his passion for leadership during a presentation at Saginaw Valley State University.
First Hispanic female Air Force pilot to discuss trailblazing career at SVSU talk
A Latina aviator whose career broke sound and gender barriers will visit Saginaw Valley State University next month.
SVSU presentation to examine opioid epidemic’s reach in rural Michigan
A Saginaw Valley State University educator’s determination to fight the opioid epidemic in rural Michigan will be the focus of a public presentation at the campus next month.
Oh, 'Mamma Mia!' Ambitious regional production features tons of talent with SVSU ties
The director (a faculty member), lead actor (an alumna) and stage manager (a current student) are among 17 people with SVSU connections participating in the weeks-long run of the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance-produced show.
Art, history, technology among topics planned for SVSU’s fall speaker series
Saginaw Valley State University will host seven guest speakers as part of its annual fall Visiting Scholars and Artists series. The series will bring to campus a renowned Bollywood actress, the daughter of two prominent American literary figures, a CEO and a former president of MIT.
SVSU fall speaker series kicks off with examination of Beat Generation and its female influences
At Saginaw Valley State University later this month, the daughter of a famous writer will engage audiences in a presentation exploring the influence of female writers on the Beat Generation of the mid-20th century.
Bollywood star Meera Chopra to return to alma mater SVSU as Dow Visiting Artist
Fresh from the debut of one of her most anticipated films, a leading Bollywood actor this month will return to the campus she considered transformative in her development: Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU Voices In The Valley event features pair of seasoned poets
Two critically-acclaimed poets will share selections of their works during a reading at Saginaw Valley State University next month.
SVSU kicks off Rhea Miller Concert Series with jazz saxophonist Clark Gibson
Saginaw Valley State University will host jazz saxophonist Clark Gibson for a concert Saturday, Sept. 28, at 7 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall as part of SVSU’s Rhea Miller Concert Series.
SVSU Accounting and Finance Employment Fair to feature 30 organizations seeking talent
Job-seekers in accounting and finance industries will have the opportunity to connect with about 30 employers expected to attend an employment fair at Saginaw Valley State University this month.
Workplace environment consultant to visit SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University will host a national expert on how to create a safe and respectful workplace environment.
SVSU summer camp keeps kids engaged in science, math fun for 2+ decades
For over 20 years, dozens of youths from across the Great Lakes Bay Region have flocked to Saginaw Valley State University every summer to take part in the university’s Science and Mathematics Extravaganza for Kids (SMEK) summer camps. There, children from grades 2 to 8 take part in fun and educational activities that engage their interests in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields.
SVSU to offer workshops led by award-winning expert on eliminating hospital overcrowding
A workshop offered later this month by Saginaw Valley State University will help emergency department and inpatient units to better manage patient flow and avoid hospital overcrowding.
SVSU theatre student’s ‘Rocky Horror’ production coming in July, preview at Great Lakes Bay Pride Festival June 29
With help from time warps and Transylvanians, Saginaw Valley State University student Jessica Hurley hopes her theatrical production of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” in July transports audiences to a magically strange place. More importantly, though, she wants the campy cult classic to help gather, support and celebrate the region's diverse communities.
Careers in IT: ‘Girls can do it’ during Camp Infinity at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University is working with partners to inspire more young women to consider careers in STEM fields. Camp Infinity, a week-long science-based camp for girls hosted at SVSU, saw 31new and 16 returning campers explore their interest in computers and Information Technology (IT).
SVSU honors outstanding nurses from the Great Lakes Bay Region
Saginaw Valley State University recognized the excellence, dedicated care and leadership delivered by six registered nurses in the Great Lakes Bay Region during the ninth annual Carleen K. Moore R.N. Nursing Excellence awards ceremony Thursday, May 16.
SVSU student’s dodgeball skills earn him All-American status
A strong arm and a passion for competition helped a Saginaw Valley State University student recently earn a spot on the National Collegiate Dodgeball Association’s All-American Team.
SVSU student earns national title in collegiate forensics competition
Participating in only his third competition ever on the college forensics circuit, a Saginaw Valley State University senior this week became a national champion.
Asian holiday observed with colorful powder and fun at SVSU event
An enthusiastic celebration of culture and color will return to Saginaw Valley State University this week.
SVSU's Concert Band performs spring concert featuring original song composed by SVSU student
A Saginaw Valley State University student inspired to compose a musical theme for a superhero movie will see his work played by the SVSU concert band next week.
Essayist to read from award-winning writings at SVSU event
Award-winning essayist Aisha Sabatini Sloan will read passages from her writing at Saginaw Valley State University on Wednesday, April 17, at 4 p.m. in Founders Hall at SVSU.
Shakespeare-inspired concert to showcase 49 SVSU student-musicians
Saginaw Valley State University students next week plan to transform William Shakespeare's texts into music during a concert event on campus.
Bestselling novelist Devin Murphy to visit SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University will present a reading by bestselling novelist Devin Murphy on Monday, April 15, at 7 p.m. in Founders Hall at SVSU.
SVSU students workin’ ‘9 to 5: The Musical’
Saginaw Valley State University student-actors next week plan to put a modern — and musical — spin on a beloved 1980 film following three working-class women getting even with their boss.
SVSU student to compete among nation's top college actors, follows in brother’s footsteps
Jared Kaufman is no stranger to the limelight, but landing the leading role in a Saginaw Valley State University production during his freshman year still managed to rattle his nerves leading up to opening night.
Local guitarist, professor to perform recital at SVSU
Brad DeRoche, an active concert guitarist, will perform in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall at Saginaw Valley State University Thursday, April 4 at 7:30 p.m.
SVSU Concert Choir joins Saginaw symphony, choral society for 'massive' concert
With a strong communal spirit, SVSU's Concert Choir will join forces this week with The Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra and Saginaw Choral Society for a concert event presented at a grand scale.
SVSU student to direct campus production of Tony Award-winning play
An SVSU initiative designed to give students more experience producing plays soon will place one theatre major in the director's chair for a production of a Tony Award-winning and Pulitzer Prize finalist black comedy.
Theatre director from SVSU brings collaborative spirit to 'Mamma Mia!' regional production
There's a lot going on with the unprecedented multi-theatre production of "Mamma Mia!" planned for fall. But one common theme — the desire to unify communities — seems to neatly tie together the ambitious effort for director Tommy Wedge.
SVSU welcomes Yale professor for talk on American Muslim communities
Zareena A. Grewal, associate professor of American studies, religious studies and anthropology at Yale University, will give a public lecture at Saginaw Valley State University Thursday, March 21, at 6:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
Economist to discuss central bank's influence on U.S. economy during SVSU talk
An economist hoping to familiarize Midwestern communities with the United States’ central banking system will visit Saginaw Valley State University later this month.
SVSU international students plan evening of dance, music, celebration of cultures
Audiences can expect to behold a colorful lineup of songs, dancing, fashion and theatrical performances — representing more than a dozen cultures — during Saginaw Valley State University’s 18th annual Intercultural Night.
SVSU to host nationally renowned author and commentator Michael Eric Dyson
Outspoken New York Times columnist, political TV pundit and Georgetown University professor Michael Eric Dyson will visit Saginaw Valley State University this month.
Trailblazing retired Navy captain to speak at SVSU
A military veteran who retired as the highest-ranking African-American woman in U.S. Navy history will talk about her career as a trailblazer during a visit to Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU student-vocalist bests Midwest's top college talent at singing competition
After years spent working tirelessly to reach her potential as a vocalist, Alivia Combs is rising to the top of the singing competition among her peers.
Pianist MiJung Trepanier returns for SVSU recital March 15
Pianist MiJung Trepanier will perform a solo recital Friday, March 15 at 7:30 p.m. in Saginaw Valley State University's Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
Pianist Wendy Chu to perform at SVSU
Musician Wendy Chu will perform a piano recital Thursday, Feb. 28 at 7:30 p.m. in Saginaw Valley State University's Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
A ‘Curious’ mystery — and an inclusive performance — part of SVSU's latest theatre production
Saginaw Valley State University's theatre department will stage its production of Simon Stephens' play, “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time,” from Wednesday to Sunday, Feb. 20-24, in SVSU's Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
SVSU’s Relay For Life fundraiser will feature survivor of rare bone cancer from Bay City
Haley Charbonneau doesn’t like to plan too many days in advance. A four-year battle against a rare form of bone cancer taught the Saginaw Valley State University senior that each day is best lived one at a time.
Musical duo to delight audiences at SVSU with euphonium, piano performances
A performance inspired in part by a steampunk superhero comic book series will be on the program for a classical music concert scheduled this week at Saginaw Valley State University.
Quintasonic Brass to perform at SVSU
A professional brass musical group will perform at Saginaw Valley State University later this week.
SVSU theatre student wins regional award for vocal excellence
A Saginaw Valley State University student's vocal talents earned him a prestigious honor while several of his classmates were praised at a recent theater festival featuring the best collegiate performing artists in the Midwest.
SVSU students invited to perform, compete in regional Kennedy Center theater festival
A group pf 21 Saginaw Valley State University students will take their passion for theater to the annual Kennedy Center American College Theatre Region III Festival Jan. 8-13 in Madison, Wisconsin.
Valerie Jarrett, former senior adviser to President Obama, to keynote regional MLK event at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome Valerie Jarrett, a former senior adviser to President Barack Obama, to deliver the keynote address during the 10th annual Great Lakes Bay Regional Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at SVSU.
SVSU holiday production a throwback to Christmas TV specials from ’60s, ‘70s
Saginaw Valley State University student dancers, actors, and vocalists next week will perform together on stage to celebrate the holiday season in “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year! A Christmas Variety Show!”
SVSU student-produced videos to educate peers on sexual assault prevention
Saginaw Valley State University leaders say a series of student-produced public service announcement videos are aimed at strengthening the campus’ sexual assault prevention education efforts.
SVSU Flute Choir to perform Thursday
Saginaw Valley State University students and faculty members – along with musicians from across the community — will perform a flute concert this week at the campus.
SVSU hosting lecture by scholar on North Korea's Nuclear Crisis
An expert in one of the world's most dangerous foreign policy challenges – North Korea's nuclear weapons program – will speak on the topic at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU visiting artist Kevin Cole teams with 2-time Grammy winner Sylvia McNair for concert
Saginaw Valley State University will host a concert featuring a Grammy winner and a musician lauded by the Chicago Tribune as “the best Gershwin pianist in the country.” Kevin Cole and Sylvia McNair will perform together Friday, Nov. 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
At SVSU competition, Pinconning native earns another public speaking contest victory
Inclusion advocacy was the theme of the winning presentation at Saginaw Valley State University’s 29th Sims Public Speaking Contest.
SVSU hosts regional high school students for Foreign Language Day
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome more than 400 high school students from eight regional high schools during the 43rd annual Foreign Language Day at SVSU Thursday, Nov. 8 in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
SVSU introduces new speaker series on international topics, starting with focus on Sudan
Saginaw Valley State University's Office of International and Advanced Studies will hold the first event in its new speaker series, The Traveling Tap, Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 5 p.m. at Pierce Road Bar & Grill, located across the street from campus.
SVSU welcomes leading expert on children with behavioral challenges
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting a public lecture by an author and leading child psychologist. Ross Greene will deliver “Collaborative & Proactive Solutions: Fostering the Better Side of Human Nature in Classrooms and Families,” Monday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. in the Ott Auditorium of Gilbertson Hall.
Artist presenting inflatable art exhibition, lecture featuring local wildlife at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting an art gallery exhibition featuring sculptures based on wildlife in the Great Lakes Bay Region.
SVSU Cardinal Singers and Concert Choir to perform in concert
Saginaw Valley State University's Cardinal Singers and Concert Choir will perform Tuesday, Oct. 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
Director expects audiences to ‘laugh hysterically’ at upcoming SVSU play
“I have laughed hysterically every night of rehearsal and I know what is going to happen next.”
SVSU alumni artwork showcased at University Art Gallery
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting its annual Art Alumni Show featuring the artistic creations of 27 alumni with arts-related bachelor's degrees.
SVSU's Wind Ensemble to host first concert of season
Saginaw Valley State University's Wind Ensemble will be performing its first concert of the 2018-19 season Thursday, Oct. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU to host mental health expert for annual O'Neill Lecture
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting a lecture by a renowned psychiatrist and researcher who specializes in depression and bipolar illness. Nassir Ghaemi will present “Psychiatric Profiles in Leadership” for SVSU’s annual James E. O'Neill Memorial Lecture Thursday, Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. in the Curtiss Hall Banquet Rooms.
SVSU selects Michigan author Hendrik Meijer for Gross Literature Award
Saginaw Valley State University has awarded the 2018-2019 Stuart D. and Vernice M. Gross Award for Literature to Hendrik Meijer for his book “Arthur Vandenberg: The Man in the Middle of the American Century,” published by the University of Chicago Press. The award is part of SVSU's community-minded commitment to recognize exceptional writing within Michigan.
Pianist, violinist to perform at SVSU concert Friday
Two world-renowned artists will bring the classical sounds of Beethoven, Ravel, Sheng, and Saint-Saens to the ears of an audience at Saginaw Valley State University this week.
Panel discussion at SVSU to engage in 'proactive conversation' over free speech, Confederate flag
Saginaw Valley State University will host a panel of educators and students examining the Confederate flag's history and society's ongoing conversation about its symbolism in modern America.
Critically-acclaimed poet to discuss politics' effect on poetry in SVSU talk
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting a lecture by an award-winning poet who will explore how poetry is influenced by the current political climate.
Talk at SVSU to examine the effects of toxic stress on health
Saginaw Valley State University will host a lecture examining how stress effects health – and how people can overcome it. Lauren O'Connell will speak Wednesday, Sept. 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the Alan W. Ott Auditorium at SVSU's Gilbertson Hall as part of the Your Health Lecture Series.
Impulse buying topic of SVSU talk
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting a lecture by a marketing and retail management scholar that will explore the causes and effects of impulse buying.
Detroit Symphony Trio to perform at SVSU
The Detroit Symphony Trio will perform a recital Friday, Sept. 7 at 7:30 p.m. in Saginaw Valley State University's Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The performance is free and open to the public.
SVSU collaboration empowers Saginaw arts community
Saginaw Valley State University leaders say a new partnership between the institution and a national organization will bolster the positive influence of the arts community in Saginaw.
SVSU's community writing centers to host family history research workshops in Bay City, Saginaw
Community members eager to dive deep into records revealing their family history — and anxious to record those findings for future generations — are in luck.
SVSU summer camp empowers girls interested in computer, Internet technology
Madison Crawford can see seventh grade approaching quickly, but thanks to a science-based camp for girls at Saginaw Valley State University, the Bullock Creek youth may have glimpsed even further into her future this summer.
Author to speak in Midland about improving children's writing skills
Renowned author and educator Colleen Cruz will give a public talk on how to improve childhood literacy Monday, July 23, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Central Middle School in Midland.
Four well-known Michigan authors come to Midland to share their work
The Alden and Vada Dow Creativity Foundation, in conjunction with the Saginaw Bay Writing Project, is hosting the Michigan Authors' Series.
SVSU art gallery to display former Saginaw Art Museum director's work
Saginaw Valley State University will display the works of a 20th century Saginaw artist whose legacy resonates with her creative successors in the University Art Gallery this summer.
In face of growing teacher shortage, SVSU to host Education Employment Fair
At a time when Michigan is seeing a growing demand for teachers, Saginaw Valley State University will hold a job fair for positions in the education industry Tuesday, June 19 from noon to 2 p.m. in the Curtiss Hall banquet rooms.
Summer literacy camp to be held at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University will host a camp created to enhance literacy skills in students from kindergarten to adulthood.
Seats aboard 2019 Eastern European-bound guided tour, cruise offered by SVSU organization
Individuals aged 50 and over are invited aboard a Saginaw Valley State University organization-sponsored 15-day guided cruise and tour across the Adriatic Sea and Eastern Europe next winter.
SVSU hosts Holi Festival of Colors to celebrate spring
The South Asian Student Association at Saginaw Valley State University will celebrate spring with the traditional Holi Festival of Colors — an annual Hindu holiday celebrating the beginning of spring and the “victory of good over evil.” The tradition involves encouraging participants to throw colorful powder at each other.
Research scientist to visit SVSU to discuss the importance of Coral Reef
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome a leading expert on ocean conditions and coral reefs for a public talk on the ecosystems. Joanie Kleypas, a research scientist for the National Center for Atmospheric Research in Boulder, Colorado, will give a lecture titled “Coral Reefs and Climate Change: An Ecosystem Meets its Match,” Thursday April 26 at 7 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU to host reading by award-winning poet
Saginaw Valley State University will host a poetry reading by author Jane Mead Tuesday, April 17 at 5 p.m. in Founders Hall as part of the Voices in the Valley Reading Series.
SVSU Percussion Ensemble, Valley Steel to perform concert Monday
Saginaw Valley State University's Valley Steel and SVSU Percussion Ensemble musicians will collaborate for a concert Monday, April 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The performance is free and open to the public.
Flute choir to perform at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University students and faculty — along with musicians from the community — will perform a flute concert this week for audiences.
Critically acclaimed jazz musician to perform at SVSU
Born in the Motown era of Detroit, award-winning jazz vocalist Kathy Kosins expands the rich history of jazz and soul with her diverse musical taste. She will join the SVSU Jazz Ensemble for a must-see musical performance Thursday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU play examines issues of race and social class
The Saginaw Valley State University Department of Theatre will stage a play exploring themes of race and class in the Malcolm Field Theatre of Performing Arts Wednesday to Sunday, April 11-15.
SVSU to host record number of employers at career fair
Saginaw Valley State University’s annual Spring University-Wide Employment & Networking Fair will be the institution’s largest career fair ever, officials say.
SVSU choir to perform world premiere of Roethke poems set to music
Saginaw Valley State University's vocal ensemble Cardinal Singers will perform into history when they sing a musical composition of "The Voice," a poem written by the late Pulitzer Prize-winning Saginaw native Theodore Roethke.
Theatre group re-imagines Shakespeare classic for SVSU stage
A Chicago-based theater troupe will visit Saginaw Valley State University to perform a hip-hop musical adaptation of a Shakespearean dark comedy.
SVSU art gallery to display works of high school artists
Talented high school art students will display their works for the community to view during a special exhibition in the University Art Gallery at Saginaw Valley State University.
Pianist MiJung Trepanier to perform at SVSU
Musician MiJung Trepanier will perform a solo piano recital Thursday, March 15, at 7:30 p.m. in Saginaw Valley State University’s Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The performance is free and open to the public.
SVSU plans candlelight vigil for slain student
Saginaw Valley State University students are organizing a candlelight vigil on campus to remember a student who was recently killed.
SVSU soprano to perform senior recital
Saginaw Valley State University student vocalist Rachael Parr, a music major from Pinckney, will perform a soprano recital Thursday, March 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
SVSU forensics team continues strong season, takes second place in the state
Saginaw Valley State University's competitive public speaking team placed second overall in the 2018 Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League Novice States Tournament.
Amosa Duo to perform recital at SVSU
The Amosa Duo will be performing a recital this week at Saginaw Valley State University. The Amosa Duo features clarinetist Gary June and pianist Chia-Ying Chan.
A murderous comedy takes the stage at SVSU
Comedy and murder do not always go hand-in-hand, but for playwright Rob Urbinati, this unusual combination weaves the fabric of his play "Death by Design." Audiences in the Great Lakes Bay Region will be able to see his play on stage at Saginaw Valley State University Wednesday, Feb. 21 through Sunday, Feb. 25.
Saxophonist Ebersole to perform at SVSU
Saxophonist Seth Ebersole will perform a recital at Saginaw Valley State University Thursday, Feb. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The performance is free and open to the public.
SVSU sponsors a community celebration of the arts, Saginaw, and A Pulitzer Prize-winning Poet
Poetry readings, musical performances, and prize ceremonies are just a taste of what is to come during the Theodore Roethke Poetry and Arts Festival, a triennial celebration of the late Pulitzer Prize-winning poet from Saginaw. Sponsored by Saginaw Valley State University, the festival venues will stretch across the Great Lakes Bay Region from March 23-28.
Alumna, author and retired chief judge to speak at SVSU for Black History Month
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome one of its graduates to share her compelling personal story as part of Black History Month events.
Concert guitarist, local professor to perform recital
Brad DeRoche, an active concert guitarist, appearing as a soloist, chamber musician, and orchestral soloist across North and South America will strum his way onto the stage of the Rhea Miller Recital Hall at Saginaw Valley State University Thursday, Feb. 15 at 7:30 p.m.
SVSU students showcased in flute recital
Four Saginaw Valley State University student flute musicians will take the stage in Founders Hall on Friday, Feb. 9 at 7:30 p.m. Under the direction of Townes Osborn Miller, an instructor of music at SVSU, they will showcase their talents through flute solos and duets.
Statistics, political science expert to examine '19 things' learned during 2016 U.S. election
One of the most talked about elections in modern American politics will be the subject of the next installment of Saginaw Valley State University's Visiting Scholars and Artists Series.
SVSU moot court program reinforces ranking among national elite
Saginaw Valley State University's nationally-ranked moot court team achieved new milestones for the program at the American Moot Court Association national tournament at UNT Dallas-College of Law in Dallas, Texas Jan. 19-20.
SVSU Voices In The Valley event features pair of emerging writers
Two up-and-coming writers will share their stories during a reading at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU students earn history-making honors at theatre festival
“This was one of our strongest showings we have ever had,” said Ric Roberts, SVSU professor of theatre.
SVSU students more prepared than ever for moot court national tourney
Saginaw Valley State University moot court program expects to face its toughest challenge yet during its ninth year competing in the national tournament.
SVSU student receives creative writing award named after Saginaw poet Roethke
Saginaw Valley State University student Bria Rivet has received a $2,000 award named in honor of the late Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Theodore Roethke. In addition, Rivet now is preparing to co-author a publication about the Saginaw-born writer.
Inclusion advocate from Dow to keynote regional MLK event at SVSU
An advocate for creating a more diverse and inclusive workplace globally will serve as the keynote speaker during the ninth annual Great Lakes Bay Regional Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at Saginaw Valley State University.
Elementary students to engage in computer code activities at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University faculty and students will engage about 100 elementary school students in learning computer programming.
SVSU holiday play to evoke variety show spirit of Christmas past
Saginaw Valley State University student actors and vocalists will summon the spirit of the season — along with the comedy and comforts of 1960s- and ‘70s-era Christmas TV specials — during the Department of Theatre's 9th annual holiday-themed production.
SVSU welcomes internationally published poet for reading
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome award-winning poet Tarfia Faizullah to campus for its Voices in the Valley series. She is scheduled to read selections of her work Thursday, Nov. 30 at 5 p.m. in Founders Hall.
SVSU Percussion Ensemble and Valley Steel to perform with Heritage High School Band
Saginaw Valley State University's Percussion Ensemble and Valley Steel, a steel drum band, will perform in concert Tuesday, Nov. 28 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The SVSU musicians will be joined by the Heritage High School band.
SVSU Wind Ensemble to perform fall recital
?The Saginaw Valley State University Wind Ensemble will perform a recital Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU students shine at moot court competition, qualify for national tournament
Saginaw Valley State University's nationally-ranked undergraduate moot court program continued its success at the American Moot Court Association regional tournament in Ohio at the University of Akron College of Law November 17-18.
Pop culture, Dungeons & Dragons serve as backdrop to SVSU play exploring sisterly bond
A play deeply rooted in fantasy, 1990s pop culture references, and sarcasm will test the acting talents of Saginaw Valley State University students Nov. 15-19 in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
SVSU to host Veterans Day Celebration - Thursday, Nov. 9, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Curtiss Hall Banquet Rooms at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University will host its Veterans Day Celebration on Thursday, Nov. 9, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in SVSU Curtiss Hall's banquet rooms. All SVSU students, staff and faculty members are invited to the event.
SVSU Veterans Day Celebration set for Thursday
SVSU will host its Veterans Day Celebration on Thursday, Nov. 9, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. in SVSU Curtiss Hall’s banquet rooms. Students, staff and faculty are welcomed to attend.
SVSU recital to spotlight vocalist’s talents
Madalyn McHugh, a music major at Saginaw Valley State University, will demonstrate her vocal talents during a recital performance Tuesday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU's Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU Cardinal Singers to perform 10th anniversary concert
The Cardinal Singers of Saginaw Valley State University will celebrate their tenth anniversary with a concert in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall Saturday, Nov. 11 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will consist of favorite pieces sung by the choir since its founding. Alumni have also been invited to join the current Cardinal Singers for the final song of the night, “The Awakening.”
More than 400 high school students coming to SVSU for Foreign Language Day
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome more than 400 high school students from eight regional high schools during the 42nd annual Foreign Language Day at SVSU Thursday, Nov. 2.
SVSU music students to showcase their talent at senior recital
Saginaw Valley State University music education majors Katie Mueller and Shane Billingsley, who are both Saginaw natives, will perform the clarinet in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall on Thursday, Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m. for their senior recital.
During SVSU lecture, Georgetown historian to discuss legacy of 1623 'massacre' on Indonesian island
A 17th century "massacre" that impacted European relations and shaped global influences will be the focus of a lecture at Saginaw Valley State University Monday, Oct. 30, at 4:30 p.m. in Founders Hall.
Critically-acclaimed violinist set to perform at SVSU
Award-winning violinist Hal Grossman will perform in concert at Saginaw Valley State University Saturday, Nov. 4, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall as part of SVSU’s Rhea Miller Concert Series.
Flutist, pianist to perform classical music during SVSU recital
On Friday, Oct. 27, Saginaw Valley State University will showcase the talents of two musicians with experience performing in venues across the nation. The recital, taking place at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall, is free and open to the public.
Musicians will recognize 100th anniversary of Russian Revolution during SVSU concert
It has been 100 years since the Russian Revolution in 1917. This historic moment and its aftermath are being recognized on Friday, Oct. 20 at 7:30 p.m. during a musical performance in Saginaw Valley State University's Rhea Miller Recital Hall. A trio of musicians with experience on international stages will perform pieces composed in the early-20th century Russia using instruments such as the piano, cello, and violin.
SVSU’s first all-female cast to stage WWII drama, 'Decision Height'
Saginaw Valley State University will soar into new territory this October with the theatre department's first production with an all-female cast, "Decision Height."
SVSU to host lecture on free will
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome a guest speaker and professor who will speak on the topic of "Free Will and Neuroscience." The presentation will take place Thursday, Oct. 5 at 7 p.m. in SVSU's Ott Auditorium.
Unique ‘Piano Windtet’ from Germany to perform in concert at SVSU
A group to believed to be the only "Piano Windtet" of its kind (piano, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, and horn) will perform in concert at Saginaw Valley State University Sunday, Oct. 8 at 4 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall as part of SVSU’s Rhea Miller Concert Series.
SVSU to host piano recital featuring Beethoven and Tchaikovsky
Two pianists will bring the music of Beethoven and Tchaikovsky to Saginaw Valley State University's Rhea Miller Recital Hall Friday, Oct. 6 at 7:30 p.m.
SVSU to host Visiting Scholars and Artists Series
Saginaw Valley State University will host several engaging guest speakers for the annual Visiting Scholars and Artists series. The series will bring guest lecturers to SVSU to speak on topics including neuroscience, political bipartisanship, and methods for motivating uninspired students.
SVSU Writing Center to open Bay Community Writing Center with open house Tuesday
Saginaw Valley State University's Writing Center will expand its community reach when it partners with the Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library in Bay City to open the Bay Community Writing Center on Tuesday, Sept. 19.
SVSU to host computer and Internet technologies camp for girls in grades 5-8
Saginaw Valley State University will host Camp Infinity this July to introduce girls in middle school to computer and Internet technologies through hands-on activities.
AT&T-sponsored STEM camp at SVSU aims to generate academic interest among high school students
A dozen high school students are getting an early taste of college life this week , all while Saginaw Valley State University educators expose them to the exciting side of science studies.
SVSU disc golf team wins Collegiate Cup championship
The disc golf team at Saginaw Valley State University won the inaugural Collegiate Cup Sunday, June 11 at Flip City Disc Golf Course in Shelby, Michigan.
SVSU Community Writing Center to be introduced at Wirt Public Library in Bay City
Saginaw Valley State University has received grant funding to establish the Bay Area Community Writing Center, which will open in September at the Alice and Jack Wirt Public Library in Bay City.
Burton native's illustrative interpretation of SVSU art department on display at campus research showcase
Comic books have long been popular in the entertainment industry and are firmly entrenched in modern pop culture with on-screen adaptations of bookstore titles such as The Avengers, Batman, and The Walking Dead.
SVSU club dance team inspires to finish fifth in national competition
The Saginaw Valley State University club dance team traveled to Florida earlier this month for its first-ever national competition – 22 years after the team’s inception.
Tickets remain for Grammy-winning jazz artist Bob James concert at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome multiple Grammy Award-winning musician Bob James for a concert performance Friday, April 28 in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts. Doors will open at 7 p.m. and the jazz pianist will take the state at 8 p.m. Tickets remain on sale at $40 per person.
SVSU hosting 10th annual ‘Pros vs. Joes’ charity basketball game in honor of fallen student
Faculty and staff from Saginaw Valley State University will hit the hardwood Tuesday, April 18, to help raise money in the name of a student who died tragically 10 years ago.
FIRST Robotics state championships at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University will host the FIRST in Michigan statewide high school robotics competition Thursday, April 13 through Saturday, April 15. Some teams will be arriving and unloading their equipment Wednesday, April 12.
Ecology scholar and international biodiversity expert to speak at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University will host renowned scholar and preservationist Giselle Tamayo-Castillo for a public lecture Thursday, April 20 at 7 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU Concert Band to perform
The Saginaw Valley State University Concert Band will perform in concert Wednesday, April 12 at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU's Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts. This event is free and open to the public.
SVSU, Saginaw libraries offer family history-writing workshop
A collaboration between Saginaw Valley State University and the Public Libraries of Saginaw will help individuals better understand and preserve their family histories through writing.
SVSU gives local 5th graders a ‘Passport to the World’
Saginaw Valley State University's English Language Program will share international experiences with local grade school students during the “Passport to the World” event Friday, April 7.
Renowned jazz artist Bob James to perform in concert at SVSU
James has been in the music industry for more than 50 years in the role of pianist, composer, arranger and producer, continually captivating audiences around the world.
SVSU Theatre presents Tony-winning musical ‘Assassins’
The Saginaw Valley State University Theatre Department will stage its production of the Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman musical “Assassins,” beginning on Wednesday, April 5 in SVSU's Malcolm Field Theatre of Performing Arts.
SVSU Flute Choir to perform in concert Thursday
Saginaw Valley State University's Flute Choir will perform in concert Thursday, March 30 at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU's Founders Hall.
SVSU Concert Choir and Cardinal Singers to perform together in concert
Saginaw Valley State University's Cardinal Singers and Concert Choir will perform in the concert “Mozart and More” Saturday, April 1 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU seeks to empower open minds with Human Library event
Saginaw Valley State University will host a Human Library event Tuesday, March 21 from 5 p.m. 8 p.m. on the first floor of the Zahnow Library.
SVSU students to teach kids to draw comics
A group of Saginaw Valley State University students, the SVSU Comic Strippers, will host a free workshop on drawing comics for youths, ages 7 to 17. The workshop will take place Saturday, March 18, starting at 11 a.m. at Butman-Fish Library, 1716 Hancock in Saginaw.
SVSU flute concert set for March 30
Saginaw Valley State University's Flute Choir will perform in concert Thursday, March 30 at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU's Founders Hall.
SVSU to host acclaimed graphic designer as part of Dow Visiting Artist series
Saginaw Valley State University will be hosting acclaimed graphic designer Shogo Ota the weekend of Friday, March 24 as part of the Dow Visiting Artist series.
SVSU commemorates Black History Month
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting a number of public events throughout Black History Month in 2017. The public is invited to SVSU throughout the month of February to join the university at its multiple Black History Month events. All events are free of charge and open to the public unless otherwise indicated.
SVSU professor to speak on post-Civil War black families and black print
Eric Gardner, professor of English at Saginaw Valley State University, will speak Tuesday, March 7 at noon at the Castle Museum of Saginaw County History as part of its “Lunch and Learn” series. The talk will explore post-Civil War memories of slavery and race and the role of black print culture.
Pianist Trepanier to perform at SVSU
MiJung Trepanier will perform a piano recital Thursday, Feb. 23 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall at Saginaw Valley State University. The event is free and open to the public.
SVSU senior soprano to perform with pianist in concert
Saginaw Valley State University will present a senior recital performance featuring student soprano Heather Seaton, who will be joined in concert by pianist Jason Maurer.
SVSU Theatre to stage modern play ‘Really Really’
The Saginaw Valley State University Theatre Department will stage its production of Paul Downs Colaizzo's “Really Really” Wednesday, Feb. 23 through Sunday, Feb. 26 in SVSU's Malcolm Field Theatre of Performing Arts.
SVSU to host Great Lakes Bay Region College Night
Saginaw Valley State University will host the Great Lakes Bay Region College Night Monday, March 13 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in SVSU's Curtiss Hall.
SVSU to support cancer research during Relay For Life event Friday
Relay For Life’s cause against cancer strikes a personal chord for Courtney Franzel.
SVSU Rhea Miller Concert series to feature acclaimed musicians
Saginaw Valley State University will showcase internationally-acclaimed baritone John Muriello, who will be joined by renowned composer and pianist Richard Pearson Thomas during the next Rhea Miller Concert Series installment Saturday, Feb. 4.
Film scholar to speak on Navajo weavers during SVSU talk
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome Janna Jones to campus for a public lecture Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. in SVSU's Alan Ott Auditorium.
SVSU international students celebrate art during annual Intercultural Night
Saginaw Valley State University’s international students will share their culture —through song, dance, fashion and theatre performances — with the community during the 16th annual Intercultural Night.
SVSU students shine on Midwest theatre stage; Bay City native headed to nationals
Saginaw Valley State University students turned their passion for theatre and strong work ethic into performances that earned praise and top honors — including an invitation to a national competition — during a festival featuring students from across the Midwest.
Former U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder to speak at SVSU in January
Over his career, Holder was appointed to various law enforcement-related positions by four U.S. presidents from both sides of the political aisle. Most recently, President Barack Obama nominated Holder as U.S. attorney general.
Breaking Winds Bassoon Quartet to perform at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University will showcase The Breaking Winds Bassoon Quartet during the next Rhea Miller Concert Series installment Saturday, Nov. 12. The performance, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall, is free and open to the public.
‘A Raisin in the Sun’ to rise at SVSU
You could say Tommy Wedge has been preparing for this moment since the day he first opened the pages of “A Raisin in the Sun” while in high school. The Lorraine Hansberry classic has informed every play written in the last six decades, said Wedge, now an experienced theatre professional.
SVSU International Food Festival to feature cuisines from around the world
The Saginaw Valley State University International Student Club is hosting its annual International Food Festival Tuesday, Nov. 8 in the Marketplace at Doan cafeteria on the campus of SVSU. The public is invited.
Popular physicist Michio Kaku to visit SVSU Oct. 24
Theoretical physicist Michio Kaku — world-famous for bringing science to popular culture — will speak at Saginaw Valley State University Monday, Oct. 24.
SVSU to host third annual Alumni Authors Showcase
Saginaw Valley State University will host its third annual Alumni Authors Showcase Wednesday, Oct. 19, at 4 p.m. The event, scheduled in Curtiss Hall Banquet Room A, will feature a panel of four SVSU alumni authors followed by a book signing at 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public.
Former SVSU president, constitutional scholar to discuss U.S. Supreme Court, politics at Oct. 19 lecture
“The Empty Ninth Chair: Politics and the Supreme Court” will be the subject of Saginaw Valley State University’s 2016 James E. O’Neill Jr. Lecture.
Dark comedy ‘The Cripple of Inishmaan’ kicks off SVSU theatre season
The Saginaw Valley State University Theatre Department will stage its production of Martin McDonagh’s classic “The Cripple of Inishmaan,” beginning Wednesday, Oct. 12 in SVSU’s Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
SVSU Wind Ensemble in concert Oct. 13
Saginaw Valley State University's Wind Ensemble will perform in concert Thursday, Oct. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU's Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
SVSU hosts reading by decorated poet Marcus Wicker
Saginaw Valley State University will host decorated poet Marcus Wicker on Thursday, Oct. 13 at 5 p.m. in SVSU’s Founders Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
TEDxSVSU draws engaging speakers
Saginaw Valley State University students have organized a multifaceted event featuring a diverse group of engaging speakers for the second annual TEDxSVSU Friday, Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. in SVSU’s Curtiss Hall.
Old meters turned into artwork for SVSU art gallery exhibition
A Saginaw Valley State University professor will display his paintings, drawings and artwork made from old meters during an exhibition Monday, Aug. 22 to Wednesday, Sept. 14 in the campus’ University Art Gallery.
Art scholar studies archives at SVSU’s Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
Nick Hartigan is an art scholar buried in paperwork, and he loves it.
SVSU Art Gallery hosting student exhibition
The University Art Gallery at Saginaw Valley State University is hosting its 11th annual Student Art Exhibition through Friday, June 17. A reception for the artists will be held Thursday, May 26 from 3 to 5 p.m.
SVSU to host concert featuring Percussion Ensemble, Valley Steel musicians
Audiences are invited to attend Saginaw Valley State University’s Percussion Ensemble and Valley Steel concert Wednesday, April 20.
SVSU Jazz Ensemble to be joined by guest pianist William Bastian for concert
The Saginaw Valley State University jazz ensemble will be joined by guest pianist William Bastian for a concert Thursday, April 21, at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU’s Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
Haitian composer Sydney Guillaume to lead SVSU, Mott Community College musicians in concert
An internationally-recognized composer from Port-au-Prince, Haiti will lead student musicians from both Saginaw Valley State University and Mott Community College in an SVSU concert Monday, April 18.
SVSU Concert Band to perform in one of director’s final appearances
The Saginaw Valley State University Concert Band will perform in concert Wednesday, April 13 at 7:30 p.m. in SVSU’s Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts. This event is free and open to the public.
SVSU welcomes author Andy Mozina for reading series
Writer Andy Mozina will speak at Saginaw Valley State University as part of the school's "Voices in the Valley" reading series Friday, April 15 at 1 p.m. in SVSU's Founders Hall. This event is free and open to the public.
SVSU welcomes brass quartet Cones and Tones for concert
Saginaw Valley State University will showcase brass quartet Cones and Tones during the next Rhea Miller Concert Series installment Saturday, April 2. The performance, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall, is free and open to the public.
SVSU Art Gallery showcases work of high school students and teachers
Saginaw Valley State University’s art department invited high school students and teachers from the Great Lakes Bay Region to exhibit their work at the University Art Gallery. The “High School Invitational” exhibition opened Monday, March 14 and will remain on display through Friday, April 8.
SVSU students spring toward next chapter
Nearly 800 Saginaw Valley State University students soon will receive their degrees, prepared to enter the workforce or graduate school. Many of those students will participate in commencement exercises on Saturday, May 2.
SVSU recognizes standout alumni
The Saginaw Valley State University Alumni Association recently honored seven alumni at the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Celebration. These awards recognize SVSU graduates whose personal and professional achievements have positively affected their community and strongly reflect the values of SVSU.
SVSU students spring toward next chapter
Nearly 970 Saginaw Valley State University students soon will receive their degrees and celebrate the beginning of the next chapter of their lives. Many of those students will participate in commencement exercises on Saturday, May 10.
SVSU recognizes outstanding alumni
SVSU will honor seven alumni during the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Celebration. Military veterans, business leaders, and educators are among the individuals whose accomplishments and dedication to excellence are recognized by Saginaw Valley State University’s Alumni Association.
SVSU President George Grant Jr. to preside over his first commencement
Saginaw Valley State University’s May commencement exercises will feature a new president and the return of invited commencement speakers. SVSU President George Grant Jr., who took office Jan. 1, will preside over his first graduation ceremonies. In addition, the two ceremonies on Friday, May 5 will feature commencement speakers for the first time since December 2019.
Graduating Senior: Madison Thomas
The green bicycle Madison Thomas rides might be as well known around Saginaw Valley State University as she is. As a busy student and photographer, Madison seemed to be every place on campus. And her bicycle was usually nearby.
SVSU alumnus directs audio play based on Welsh folktales
A Saginaw Valley State University alumnus’ Welsh folktales-inspired musical drama will be available for audiences this weekend. The pre-recorded audio play utilizes SVSU theatre talent.
Empowered by SVSU program, Meridian Public Schools leader named Superintendent of the Year in Michigan
For the second consecutive year, a member of a prestigious Saginaw Valley State University leadership development program that empowers K-12 education leaders was recognized as the top superintendent in Michigan.
SVSU Recognizes National School Counselor Week
As part of National School Counselor Week, we are recognizing some of our stellar SVSU alumni.
SVSU recognizes distinguished alumni from diverse industries
Military veterans, business leaders, and coaches were among the eight individuals whose accomplishments and dedication to excellence were recognized by Saginaw Valley State University’s Alumni Association.
SVSU alumnus in national spotlight with inspirational story about marching band's supportive performance
A Saginaw Valley State University alumnus' neighborly nature was music to the ears of one northern Michigan high school last week. Now the support the school marching band director offered has attracted the attention of media outlets across the country.
Determination, innovative spirit earn SVSU alumnus role re-imagining agricultural technology in New Zealand
James Harder knows the benefits of hard work and perseverance. The 2019 Saginaw Valley State University mechanical engineering alumnus started college when he was just 14 years old. While being homeschooled, the Saginaw native took college classes for two years through the Great Lakes Bay Early College program at SVSU to get ahead and discover what he wanted to study.
SVSU alumnus named Saginaw police Officer of the Year
Terrance Moore, a 2015 graduate of Saginaw Valley State University’s criminal justice program, received the Saginaw Police Department’s 2019 Officer of the Year Award.
SVSU alumna, Dow chief sustainability officer to address students
Saginaw Valley State University students will have an opportunity to hear from a graduate who has risen to a leadership position for one of the nation’s leading companies. Mary Draves, vice president and chief sustainability officer for Dow, will serve as a guest speaker during SVSU’s Science and Engineering Symposium.
SVSU music alum thriving in New York City theatre internship
Saginaw Valley State University alumna Madalyn McHugh has taken her talent and determination to New York City, where she has landed an internship with the Open Jar Institute, a program that provides learning opportunities for aspiring actors.
SVSU graduate one of 25 nationwide selected for Manhattan Sports Business Academy
Jessica Schafer-Thomas started tossing T-shirts. That action sparked an interest in sports marketing that has landed the recent Saginaw Valley State University graduate one of the most coveted internships in the industry.
SVSU grad inspired to teach in Detroit
Norma Gonzalez has always possessed a strong desire to teach. Those who have seen her in action are convinced she has made the right career choice.
Graduating SVSU student to pursue medical degree and fulfill military service
A strong desire to serve and outstanding performance in the classroom will see one Saginaw Valley State University student take an unorthodox route to earn his Doctor of Medicine degree through a commission in the U.S. military.
Graduating SVSU student shines in internship, earns job with Dow accounting department
Mallory Fisher has wrapped up her last round of final exams and is about to pack her bags for her job in Texas. Within weeks, she will begin a full-time position in The Dow Chemical Company’s Finance Development Program for Accountants in Houston, where she spent time as an intern last summer.
SVSU recognizes outstanding alumni during annual awards ceremony
Business leaders, doctors, a dentist and a military veteran are among the eight individuals whose professional exceptionalism and community engagement were recognized during Saginaw Valley State University's annual Alumni Celebration Friday, Oct. 27.
Great things ahead for 2017 SVSU graduates
We Are New Cardinal Alumni — available online at www.svsu.edu/weare2017 — is a series that takes a snapshot of our outstanding 2017 graduates.
Alex Fullerton: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Less than a year after a roadway crash claimed his left leg — and nearly his life — Alex Fullerton was where he belonged: back at full speed behind the wheel of an Indy-style car he helped build. His perseverance comes naturally.
Madison Laskowski: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
In her circle of friends, Madison Laskowski admits she is the one most likely to trip over her own two feet, but she has proven she knows how to put her best foot forward when it comes to making legal arguments.
Alec Ward: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Alec Ward has a gift for solving math problems, and he wants to share that talent with others.
“No question, he has been one of our best students ever,” said Amy Hlavacek, associate professor of mathematics. “He’s already great at teaching others math.”
Heather Harvey: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Inspired by a love of math and science, Saginaw Valley State University new alumna Heather Harvey decided on a nursing career when she was in high school.
Sarah Albanawi: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Driven to solve complex problems, Sarah Albanawi knows her choices defy some preconceptions.
Jarrod Eaton: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
In the wake of the April 2015 Nepal earthquake, Jarrod Eaton felt the world shake beneath his feet. Literally and figuratively.
Isabelle Pacitto: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Isabelle Pacitto came to SVSU with a passion for helping others and leaves inspired to make it her life's work, thanks to engaging with a campus community filled with servant leaders.
Sarah Tennyson: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
“I like to stay positive and keep a positive outlook on life.” Sarah Tennyson's optimism at first might seem odd coming from someone once kept alive by a feeding tube, she admitted.
Kevin Finley: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
As a future accounting asset to The Dow Chemical Company, Kevin Finley crossed the graduation stage in May 2017 with excitement and a firm sense of purpose after five years at Saginaw Valley State University.
Mackenzie Allen: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Mackenzie Allen arrived at Saginaw Valley State University with her sights set on an academic path that would lead her to a profession helping bodies heal.
Cameron Pratt: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Cameron Pratt didn’t need a math equation to discover his professional trajectory. But the math didn’t hurt.
Mallory Rivard: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
On the day Mallory Rivard? walked across the stage at Saginaw Valley State University's May 2017 commencement ceremonies, she already had one foot set in her future career: inspiring young minds as a classroom teacher.
Iridian Juarez: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
One shift.

That is all it took for Iridian Juarez to leave an impression in SVSU President Don Bachand’s office so strong that it led Mary Kowaleski, the president’s executive assistant, into a figurative tug-of-war for more of Juarez’s time.
Sloan Klaski: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Sloan Klaski looks to the future with excitement and a smile on his face as he describes his goals in the years to come. Many Saginaw Valley State University graduates share his positive outlook; few have faced as many obstacles.
SVSU alumni & FIRST Robotics mentors pleased to return to alma mater to compete
Thousands of students descended on Saginaw Valley State University April 12-15 to demonstrate determination during the FIRST Robotics state championships. It was the first time SVSU has hosted the event, which drew two alumni back to campus as coaches.
Great things ahead for 2016 SVSU graduates
We Are New Cardinal Alumni — available online at www.svsu.edu/weare2016 — is a series that takes a snapshot of our outstanding 2016 graduates.
Taylor Fisher: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Taylor Fisher has built quite an email signature during her time as an SVSU student.
Scott Stanford: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
On a warm October day in 2011, on Michigan Tech University’s football field, Scott Stanford experienced one of his first feelings of success at Saginaw Valley State University.
Marianna Cuevas: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Marianna Cuevas knows that leaving SVSU to take the next step toward fulfilling her professional ambitions will be bittersweet.
Emily Short: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Emily Short demonstrates her passion for environmental preservation through her studies and her everyday life.
Christina Swain: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
From the moment she arrived at Saginaw Valley State University, Christina Swain knew exactly what she wanted to accomplish.
Nicole Calandrino: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
In the depths of a Utah canyon, Nicole Calandrino received a phone call with news that made her want to shout with joy from a mountaintop.
Madeline Lefere: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
If teaching isn’t in Madeline Lefere’s DNA, she was certainly empowered with the role of educator at a young age. It’s a role she doesn’t plan to relinquish as an adult.
Kimberly Salwey: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
The sight of those T-shirts still makes Kimberly Salwey smile.
Keshara Mumford: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Keshara Mumford remembers what it was like to search for purpose in life. The Detroit native enrolled at Saginaw Valley State University initially as a criminal justice major, but spent much of her first year unsure of the decision — and her future.
Emmanuel Avelino: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
The funeral invitation came from a stranger ...
Dustyn Tubbs: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Dustyn Tubbs is ready for the next upgrade.
Chi Weng: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Chi Weng is more than adapting to the idea of wearing a red ceremonial robe during the May 2016 Saginaw Valley State University commencement ceremony.
Ashli Maser: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Ask Ashli Maser about her passions, and she will respond at first with a wide, white smile.
First graduates of historic joint degree program set to cross stage
Saginaw Valley State University and its sister institution, Ming Chuan University, are preparing to celebrate the first graduates of the schools’ innovative joint degree program.
Brandon Jones: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Brandon Jones describes himself as a man of purpose. He does his best to fulfill his genuine purpose every day at SVSU.
Riley Hupfer: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Lending a helping hand to the community has been at the core of Riley Hupfer’s character throughout his time at SVSU.
Jenni Putz: Portrait of a 2017 SVSU graduate
Jenni Putz enjoys a challenge. Her research record is extraordinary for an undergraduate, and one of those research interests resulted from challenging herself to step outside of her comfort zone. Far outside.
Megan VanFleteren: Portrait of a 2016 SVSU graduate
Heading into a profession that is over 75 percent dominated by males is just one more challenge for Megan VanFleteren to overcome.
SVSU’s Metiva named Michigan’s best student employee
A student employee from Saginaw Valley State University was recognized as the top student employee in Michigan.
SVSU alum leads social media for NCAA Division II men's basketball tournament that features SVSU
When Chris Roekle first stepped onto the Saginaw Valley State University campus, he didn't have a Twitter account. Now, he makes his living in the social media realm, and that ability to adapt in a rapidly changing environment has led to an extraordinary opportunity.
SVSU graduating senior: Dalton Natke
U.S. Navy veteran Dalton Natke arrived at Saginaw Valley State University looking for a place that understood the unique challenges and strengths of military-connected students. He found that sense of belonging immediately through SVSU’s Military Student Affairs Office.
SVSU graduating senior: Serena Hart
When Serena Hart first came to Saginaw Valley State University, she wasn’t entirely sure of her path. With support from peers, professors and mentors, she's following her passion.
Ron Portwine honored by national professional trade association for contributions to higher education auxiliary services
At SVSU, auxiliary operations — including the bookstore, dining services and housing operations — are key to helping students succeed and thrive. Ronald Portwine, SVSU associate vice president for administration and business affairs and chief business officer, helps guide those efforts every day.
SVSU dean to receive YWCA Lifetime Achievement Award
Marcia Ditmyer, dean of Saginaw Valley State University’s College of Health and Human Services, has been named the recipient of the YWCA Great Lakes Bay Region’s Lifetime Achievement Award for 2025.
SVSU students compete in prestigious global moot court competition
Saginaw Valley State University students Payton Stemmerich and Jason Hoang were named global finalists at the 17th Nelson Mandela World Human Rights Moot Court Competition, held July 14-18 at the United Nations headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
SVSU student places sixth in nation at IHSA equestrian championship
Seated astride a horse she’d met just hours earlier, Morgan TerBush rode to a sixth-place finish in the Beginner Western Horsemanship event at the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association National Championship Horse Show in Mill Spring, North Carolina, in May.
SVSU’s Kasper, students honored at regional conference
Saginaw Valley State University students and staff were recognized for their outstanding leadership and innovation at the NODA Region VII Conference, which took place March 29-30 in Waterloo, Ontario.
SVSU dance team defends national pom title
Saginaw Valley State University’s dance team successfully defended its national title in Division II Pom Performance at the Dance Team Union College Classic National Championship.
SVSU students to compete in 2025 Miss Michigan pageant
Saginaw Valley State University will be well represented in the 2025 Miss Michigan competition, June 12-14 in Muskegon. Three women with ties to SVSU are among the 22 Miss Michigan contestants who will compete for scholarships and the chance to represent the state in the Miss America pageant.
Graduating Senior - Emily Lezotte
Emily Lezotte’s journey to and through college is nothing short of remarkable. Hers is a story of fortitude, determination and perseverance.
Graduating Senior: Kennedy Kreger
For graduating senior Kennedy Kreger, law was not always the most obvious or easiest career path. But thanks to the support and counsel of the close-knit political science and pre-law community at Saginaw Valley State University, Kennedy has no reservations about heading to law school.
SVSU Coed Cheer Makes School History at NCA National Championship
The Saginaw Valley State University Coed Competitive Cheer made school history this weekend competing at the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) National Championships in Daytona Beach April 11-13. For the first time in school history, SVSU captured a trophy, placing third in the 20-team D2 intermediate small coed division.
SVSU Dance Team Claims Multiple National Championship Honors
For the first time in school history, the SVSU Dance Team claimed a national championship in both Team Performance and Pom Performance at the Dance Team Union College Classic held in Orlando, FL on April 12-13.
Walking Miracle: SVSU student’s grit takes him from harrowing accident to promising future
Jake Kokowicz has no memory of the night that changed his life. His story of extraordinary perseverance as a “walking miracle” is impossible to forget.
SVSU Dance Team reigns in virtual championship, heads to national championship
Saginaw Valley State University’s Dance Team had all the right moves to capture a top spot at the recent Dance Team Union 2023 College Classic virtual competition. The team was named Division II champions in the jazz category. They also claimed 2nd place in hip hop and 4th in the team performance.
SVSU students appointed to state voting advisory taskforce
Two Saginaw Valley State University students have been selected to serve on a voter engagement task force for the State of Michigan.
SVSU grad receives Pat Tillman Award for Service
In recognition of her connection to sports and service to others, a Saginaw Valley State University graduate will be honored with the Pat Tillman Award for Service at the 2022 ESPYS on Wednesday, July 20.
With family in Ukraine on her mind, SVSU graduate Alona Olshevska earns athletic honors
Saginaw Valley State University student and women's track and field All-American Alona Olshevska knows what it takes to run fast, but when confronted with uncertainty and fear with family still living in her native Ukraine, there was no running away.
SVSU graduating seniors: Alejandra Fulgencio
A Saginaw Valley State University graduate has followed in her mother’s and older sister’s footsteps by walking across the graduation stage.
Alumni Spotlight - Kyle Sproull
Kyle Sproull, B.S. 2015, 2nd Year Resident at Mary Free Bed in Grand Rapids
Graphic design grad brings characters to life
Kyle Sarafolean ('14), graphic design grad, brings characters to life finding success in “dream job.”
SVSU geography professor to study invasive species treatment
An SVSU geography professor is conducting a study on the effectiveness of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s treatment of invasive species at the Frankenlust Township Nature Park in Bay City with support of a grant from the Environmental Endowment Fund of the Bay Area Community Foundation.
SVSU chemistry professor named Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year
Saginaw Valley State University’s Tami Sivy, professor of chemistry, has received the Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year award from the Michigan Association of State Universities.
SVSU graduating seniors: Kathy Perez
As a student, Kathy Perez challenged herself to help people see beyond negative stereotypes too often associated with too many populations in the United States. As a student program coordinator in SVSU’s Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, Kathy took on this challenge when she organized a Lowrider Display event as part of SVSU’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations in 2019.
SVSU graduating seniors: Kyndall LoVette
With a passion and penchant for engaging with people, Kyndall LoVette will be ready to launch soon from her status as a graduating senior at Saginaw Valley State University to the professional career that will soon follow.
SVSU graduating seniors 2021: Sabrina Coffman
Mechanical engineering fields remain primarily dominated by men, but Sabrina Coffman is breaking the stigma as a woman who excels in the program at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU graduating seniors 2021: Saadman Bin Abdullah
Saadman Bin Abdullah, an international student from Bangladesh, has gained incredible knowledge from being a mechanical engineering student at SVSU. As a result, he wants to return home to help people gain access to clean energy and water.
SVSU graduating seniors 2021: Morgan Esch
Morgan Esch was certain that she wanted her future career to involve children and assisting others. Her determination to combine the two passions has landed her tremendous success — already, in advance of her graduating from SVSU — working her dream job as an educator in her hometown.
SVSU graduating seniors 2021: Justin Weller
Justin Weller started off as a shy student who never read a Supreme Court case … to being only the second student in Saginaw Valley State University history to qualify for three consecutive Moot Court National Championships.
SVSU Student Presents at International Competition, Wins Peer Competition
SVSU student Joanna Cooley knows what it is like to go to bed hungry. And she knows the lasting toll childhood hunger can take. Her research into childhood food insecurity — and her plan to combat hunger in her community — took Cooley, virtually, to the Global Student Leadership Conference in London and earned her the top prize in the “BIG IDEAS” pitch competition at the conference. The conference, presented by FIE, the Foundation for International Education, was held in London April 10 and 11.
Dedicated SVSU Theatre Professor Earns Prestigious National Honor for Teaching
Peggy Mead-Finizio, assistant professor of theatre at Saginaw Valley State University, is this year's recipient of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) Innovative Teacher award.
Four SVSU students qualify for moot court nationals in January
Members of Saginaw Valley State University’s nationally-ranked moot court program continued to demonstrate their commitment to hard work as four students recently qualified to advance to a national tournament in January.
SVSU Braun Fellowship powers research projects for faculty
Empowered by grant funding, two Saginaw Valley State University educators will pursue research projects aimed at advancing technology that impacts both the teaching and transportation industries.
Thrust into the fire: Fresh from graduation, SVSU alumna felt prepared for nursing career that began in pandemic ‘hot zone’
Haley Ludviksen was unsure about her professional aspirations after high school, but she was certain that continuing her education without pause was necessary to discover her calling and achieve her goals. She found her passion at Saginaw Valley State University, which led her to saving lives on the frontline of a global pandemic immediately after graduation.
Once determined to continue his education without pause, SVSU alumnus now thrives at Dow
Kevin Finley, a 2017 alumnus of Saginaw Valley State University, is proof that challenges can be overcome with drive and opportunity.
Since childhood, Gabrielle Gittens felt drawn to nature. Now the SVSU alumna is one step closer to a career spent protecting it.
In May, Gittens graduated from Saginaw Valley State University, where affordability and opportunity merged to move her closer than ever to fulfilling that ambition to better the planet.
SVSU professor earns lifetime achievement award after decades-long dedication to nursing education
With a deep sense of the history of modern nursing and an understanding of the profession’s importance during this critical moment, Sally Decker’s recent recognition as a statewide lifetime achievement award recipient was especially meaningful to the well-decorated Saginaw Valley State University educator.
SVSU graduate earns spot in prestigious film school
Madilyn Witherspoon doesn't let anything or anyone hold her back. Her determination to combine her passions for business and art has led to her tremendous success and has helped her forge her own unique path despite the obstacles that have stood in her way.
SVSU class of 2020: Saginaw native excels mixing chemistry with community engagement
Saginaw native Vincent Flores’ drive and determination push him to make an impact through his undergraduate research efforts so that he can positively influence the community he calls home.
Class of 2020: Shared passions propel cousins from SVSU to dental school
Ashley Reece and Caitlin Durkee take being part of the “Cardinal family” literally. The inspiring cousins and seniors at Saginaw Valley State University not only share familial ties, but they also share a similar college journey and passion for serving others. Each will earn her bachelor’s degree in biology, with a minor in chemistry, from SVSU this month and will be attending dental school together at the University of Michigan in the fall.
Class of 2020: After moving across U.S., Saginaw native discovered her place – and voice – at SVSU
Adapting to new environments and changing circumstances is nothing new to Imani Clark. What remains unwavering for the soon-to-be Saginaw Valley State University graduate, though, is her love for helping others by using her talent for communicating.
SVSU class of 2020: Once a safeguard for Obama, veteran from Bay City eyes law school next
A Marine Corps veteran once charged with safeguarding the president of the United States is nearly finished with his latest mission: graduating from Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU alumni help Duro-Last supply protective equipment for health care workers in COVID-19 fight
When he was a boy growing up on his family’s 40-acre Hemlock farm, Mitch Gilbert worked often with his hands, honing his industrious nature to build and fix equipment meant to cultivate corn and bale hay. As an undergraduate at Saginaw Valley State University, he sharpened his problem-solving and project-approaching skills considerably while studying mechanical engineering.
As Covenant HealthCare ER doctor, SVSU alumna protects front lines in region's COVID-19 fight
Through the filter of protective goggles and face shields, Dr. Angela Gregory has witnessed both heartbreaking tragedy and triumphs of human compassion since the COVID-19 pandemic reached the Covenant HealthCare Emergency Care Center facility in Saginaw where she works.
On front lines of COVID-19 battle in Saginaw, SVSU alumna serves community despite dangers
Smriti Pant never imagined showing up to work under protective layers of a hazmat suit and high-grade respirator mask. Years ago, she was inspired to care for others and use her personable nature to help people most in need of both, and now the Saginaw Valley State University educator and alumna is on the front lines of fighting a global pandemic.
Former student-actor returns 'home' to direct SVSU production of 'Émilie'
Once a talent on the stage during her days as a student, a Saginaw Valley State University alumna will return to her alma mater next week, this time moving behind the curtains to direct a production of "historic" proportions.
Judge, U.S. Army veteran among panelists for SVSU Alumni Authors Showcase
The panelists include Judge Marylin E. Atkins, R.S. Deeren, Adela Crandell Durkee, Bethany (Phipps) Goforth and Walter E. Kitter.
SVSU alumna joins NBA as sixth female referee in league history
"Nobody’s ever truly ready," Jenna Schroeder said of her new role, "but I'm as ready as I can be."
Ford Motor Company selects SVSU alumna for prestigious philanthropic leadership program
A Saginaw Valley State University alumna’s community-minded values helped her become selected for an innovative corporate leadership course associated with one of the world’s largest automotive companies.
SVSU alumna with small town roots makes the case in one of world's largest law firms
In a few short years, Samantha Jackson went from living in a rural town of 3,000 people and questioning her future to moving to a bustling city with nearly 3 million residents and working at one of the most prestigious law firms in the world.
After earning Miss Michigan crown, SVSU graduate student eyes national stage
For Mallory Rivard, winning the 2019 Miss Michigan title Saturday was a triumph of grit and the culmination of a lifetime of hard work dedicated to serving her community.
Beaumont Health selects grad of SVSU master’s program for prestigious fellowship
A two-time alumnus and former staff member of Saginaw Valley State University will pursue his passion for providing leadership in the health care industry after earning a spot in a prestigious program at Beaumont Health centers in southeast Michigan.
SVSU graphic design grad's 'pet' project up for national award
Shayla Krygier’s passion for graphic design soon could earn her accolades from the nation’s oldest advertising trade association.
SVSU alum helps build robotics team at Bullock Creek
Jamie Forbes has helped forge a robotics dynasty during her time as a biology and algebra teacher at Bullock Creek High School in Midland.
SVSU alumna's book aims to inspire interest in science among children
When her daughter was two, Jennifer Douglas read an article that encouraged parents to "make up science stories for your children" in order to inspire their interest in the subject.
SVSU alumna with passion for world languages interning in D.C.
Saginaw Valley State University alumna Alissa Rutkowski recently began an internship as a communications and policy intern with the Joint National Committee for Languages and International Studies in Washington, D.C. The committee represents language education advocacy organizations across the nation.
Robots return: SVSU to host FIRST® Robotics state championship
Robots are returning to Saginaw Valley State University for the eighth year. SVSU will host the FIRST® in Michigan state championship beginning Thursday, April 16, and running through Saturday, April 18.
SVSU to host ‘Writing the Constitution’ event
“We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union … .”

Many Americans recognize the opening words to the Constitution of the United States, but fewer may know much about the document that expresses the fundamental framework of our system of government.
Oppor2nity Days 2026 breaks record
Friends, employees and alumni of Saginaw Valley State University once again demonstrated their commitment to student success, contributing a record-breaking $208,000+ during Oppor2nity Days 2026, surpassing the goal of $200,000.
SVSU to host NPR ‘Hidden Brain’ creator, host Shankar Vedantam
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome Shankar Vedantam, host and creator of NPR’s “Hidden Brain,” as part of the 2025-26 University Lecture Season.
Theodore Roethke Poetry & Arts Festival set for March 20-25
A slate of poetry readings, musical performances and arts events will take place across Saginaw March 20-25 as Saginaw Valley State University presents the Theodore Roethke Poetry & Arts Festival, a triennial tribute to Saginaw’s Pulitzer Prize–winning poet.
African American food, culture at center of SVSU’s “A Taste of Soul”
Soul food classics like catfish, black-eyed peas, macaroni and cheese, and peach cobbler are on the menu for Saginaw Valley State University’s annual “A Taste of Soul.”
Community leaders to receive Drum Major Award at MLK Regional Celebration
Four dedicated community leaders from Bay, Midland and Saginaw counties will be honored with the 2026 Drum Major Award for Community Service. Nicole Luczak, Jennifer Vannette, and Jack and Janet Nash will be recognized during the 17th Annual Great Lakes Bay Region Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Thursday, Jan. 22.
Cynt Marshall, former CEO of the Dallas Mavericks, to deliver keynote at MLK Jr. Regional Celebration
The Great Lakes Bay Region will honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during the annual Great Lakes Bay Region Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, at 7 p.m. in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts inside Curtiss Hall at Saginaw Valley State University.
Renowned pianist Kathryn Brown to perform at SVSU, lead Piano Day
Internationally acclaimed pianist Kathryn Brown, Head of the Keyboard Division at the Cleveland Institute of Music, will feature the Rhea Miller Concert Series at Saginaw Valley State University on Friday, Nov. 21. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public.
Michigan journalist wins SVSU literature award
Author John Gallagher, a veteran journalist who spent 32 years with the Detroit Free Press, has been awarded Saginaw Valley State University’s 2025-2026 Stuart D. and Vernice M. Gross Award for Literature for his memoir “Rust Belt Reporter.” The award is part of SVSU’s community-minded commitment to recognize exceptional publications within Michigan.
SVSU celebrates International Education Week
Saginaw Valley State University has long fostered global connections, establishing partnerships with universities around the world, engaging in faculty exchanges, and promoting and facilitating study-abroad opportunities for domestic and international students.
Bug out with SVSU’s Insect-A-Palooza
Bugs take center stage at Saginaw Valley State University on Saturday, Nov. 8, when visitors can get a close-up look at the tiny creatures that make a big impact on our world.
SVSU professor to speak on consequential figure in poetry, abolitionist movement
Saginaw Valley State University English professor and Midland resident Eric Gardner will speak about his latest book, “Frances Ellen Watkins Harper’s Civil War and Reconstruction,” during two events this month.
SVSU to host local author for ‘haunting’ book talk
Just in time for Halloween, local author Nicole Beauchamp will present a talk about her path to becoming a successful author of “haunting” books.
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter at center of exhibit, lecture at SVSU
After leaving the White House, President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, worked tirelessly to improve the lives of people throughout the world. Deborah Hakes, a former Carter Center communications professional who traveled extensively with the Carters, will offer a glimpse into the couple’s work as global ambassadors for peace through a photographic exhibit and lecture at the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum on the campus of Saginaw Valley State University.
Economist to provide glimpse of what big data can tell us
What can Google searches, social media posts, and online data reveal about human behavior? A lot, says Seth Stephens-Davidowitz, a New York Times best-selling author, data scientist and former Google data analyst, who will share his insights during the Wickson-Nickless Distinguished Lectureship in Business presented by the Scott L. Carmona College of Business at Saginaw Valley State University.
Dow Visting Scholar explores science behind art conservation in SVSU lecture
Erich Uffelman, Ph.D., a forensic chemist will present a public lecture on the topic of cultural heritage science. In his talk, “Scientific Adventures with Art History and Cultural Heritage,” Uffelman will discuss how the use of noninvasive scientific techniques has transformed art history and art conservation.
Join SVSU at Dow Diamond for a night of cardinal spirit
Saginaw Valley State University will bring Cardinal spirit to the ballpark this fall with a community event at Dow Diamond. On Tuesday, Sept. 23, the SVSU Cardinals varsity baseball team will face Northwood University in an exhibition game at the Midland stadium.
Students take service on the road
Carrying on the Cardinal tradition of service, two groups of Saginaw Valley State University students participated in Alternative Breaks, a student-led, student-run program that offers opportunities for students to learn about an important social issue and then travel to another state or country to provide service relating to that particular issue.
SVSU honors standout nurses at 14th Carleen K. Moore Nursing Excellence Award Celebration
Saginaw Valley State University recognized seven area nurses for their dedication and leadership during the 14th annual Carleen K. Moore Nursing Excellence Award Luncheon.
SVSU Recognized as Voter-Friendly Campus for 2025-2026 Cycle
Saginaw Valley State University has been recognized for its efforts to encourage students to register and vote, earning the designation of a Voter Friendly Campus by Fair Elections Center’s Campus Vote Project and NASPA. SVSU is one of 272 campuses in 39 states and the District of Columbia to earn the designation for the 2025-2026.
Harlem poet named 2025 Roethke Poetry Prize winner
An interdisciplinary poet and sound artist has been selected as the winner of the 2025 Theodore Roethke Memorial Poetry Prize from Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU to host Alzheimer’s researcher for public lecture
Saginaw Valley State University will host internationally recognized Alzheimer’s disease expert Nicholas Kanaan, Ph.D., for a public lecture on Tuesday, April 22. The event will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts in SVSU’s Curtiss Hall. It is free and open to the public.
Expert in South Asian literature to speak at SVSU
Christi A. Merrill, an expert in South Asian literature and postcolonial theory, will present a lecture exploring our relationship to text and image across language and culture. The event will take place on Thursday, March 20, at 6 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall at SVSU. The lecture is free and open to the public.
SVSU’s “A Taste of Soul” celebrates 15 years of African American food and culture
In celebration of Black History Month, SVSU’s Office of Diversity Programs will host “A Taste of Soul” on Thursday, Feb. 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Marketplace at Doan near SVSU’s Curtiss Hall. The cost is $13 per person; SVSU faculty, staff and students may also use their meal card.
Community members to be recognized with Drum Major Award
Three members of the Great Lakes Bay Region community will be honored with the Martin Luther King Jr. Drum Major Award for Community Service. Jeff Dukes of Bay City, Kenneth Jolly of Midland and Gilberto Guevara of Saginaw will be honored during the Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Celebration, which will be held Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 7 p.m. at Saginaw Valley State University.
Advocate for racial and gender equality to give keynote address at MLK Jr. Regional Celebration
The Rev. Nontombi Naomi Tutu, an Episcopal priest and advocate for racial and gender justice, will deliver the keynote address, “Our Shared Humanity: Creating Understanding Through the Principles of MLK,” at the 16th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Celebration.
SVSU provides cultural exploration through food
Saginaw Valley State University will provide a taste of diverse cultures at its 26th International Food Festival on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Marketplace at Doan dining facility. The event is open to the public; a $13 admission fee allows diners to enjoy all they care to eat.
SVSU to host program on international education partnerships
A veteran higher education professional with extensive experience in international educational exchanges and collaborations will share his insights and reflections during Saginaw Valley State University’s celebration of International Education Week.
SVSU to host expert in vaccines and history
Since the earliest inoculations in colonial America, there has been controversy surrounding the practice of using disease to provide immunity. Saginaw Valley State University will host a lecture on 300 years of vaccine controversy with guest speaker Robert D. Johnston, professor history at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
SVSU to screen documentary ‘Beyond Their Years’ with guests from the Saginaw Spirit
Members of the Saginaw Spirit hockey team will join Saginaw Valley State University for a screening of the documentary “Beyond Their Years,” which reflects on the athletic and social justice strides made by sports icons Herb Carnegie (hockey) and Buck O’Neil (baseball).
SVSU to host lecture on artificial intelligence
Saginaw Valley State University is bringing to campus an expert in artificial intelligence to discuss how AI is reshaping the future. Hajj Flemings, a pioneer in harnessing the power of AI, will present “The AI Revolution: Re-architecting the World” on Tuesday, Oct. 15, at 6:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall in SVSU’s Curtiss Hall. The lecture is free and open to the public.
SVSU to host Great Lakes Bay Region 2024 candidate forum
Saginaw Valley State University is offering the public an opportunity to hear from the candidates vying to represent Michigan’s 8th Congressional District.
Guest lecturer to discuss the depiction of Muslim characters in film and media since 9/11
As a part of the Raana Akbar Memorial Lecture Series, Saginaw Valley State University will host Fareed Ben-Youssef, assistant professor in film and media at Texas Tech University, for “‘The Beauty and the Horror’: Sensing the Muslim as Enemy and as (Super)Hero in Post-9/11 Film.”
Runners to show support for veterans
Looping through and around the campus of Saginaw Valley State University, runners, walkers and ruckers of all ages will honor first responder and military heroes in the annual 9/11 Heroes Run, presented by USAA Small Business Insurance. The race will be held on Sunday, Sept. 15 to benefit the Travis Manion Foundation and the Saginaw County Veterans Memorial Plaza.
SVSU presents public lectures, performances during fall semester
Saginaw Valley State University will present a season of enlightenment during the 2024-2025 University Lecture Season, with presentations addressing topics within the fields of science, technology, government and the arts.
SVSU staff honored with Heart of the City awards
In an event celebrating community and collaboration, two Saginaw Valley State University staff members were honored with 2024 Heart of the City awards for their contributions and service to the Great Lakes Bay Region. David Lewis and Carmen Stricker received their awards during the Heart of the City Awards Celebration on June 8.
SVSU honors area nurses
Nine nursing professionals were recognized for their dedication, compassion and expertise when Saginaw Valley State University’s Department of Nursing hosted the Carleen K. Moore Nursing Excellence Awards today at SVSU. The 13th annual celebration luncheon highlighted the invaluable impact nurses have on patient care.
SVSU recognizes stand-out educators
In a continuing commitment to support K-12 education and educators, Saginaw Valley State University honored six education professionals for their outstanding performance and commitment to students.
SVSU to host screening of award-winning documentary ‘Still Here’
Saginaw Valley State University’s Office of Multicultural Affairs will host a screening of Mariah Barrera’s acclaimed documentary short film “Still Here” on Wednesday, April 24, at 5 p.m. in the Curtiss Hall Seminar Rooms (second floor). The screening is free and open to the public.
SVSU student organizes Slavic Heritage Month
Driven by a connection to Slavic cultures, a Saginaw Valley State University student has organized Slavic Heritage Month at the university, with a slate of events throughout April designed to bring awareness to and appreciation of Slavic culture.
SVSU to present show on mental health and gun violence
The Saginaw Valley State University theatre department will be taking on hard subjects like mental health, bullying and gun violence with the upcoming performance of “columbinus.”
SVSU to Host Lecture on Civility and Listening to Political Views
At a time when the political divide in America seems wider than ever, Saginaw Valley State University invites the public for a discussion on bringing civility back to politics and listening to other viewpoints.
SVSU to host FIRST® Robotics state championship for 6th year
For the sixth year, robots will take over Saginaw Valley State University’s Ryder Center as SVSU hosts the FIRST® in Michigan state championship, beginning Thursday, April 4, and running through Saturday, April 6.
SVSU to host expert on artificial intelligence and neuroscience
Saginaw Valley State University’s Field/Spicer Lecture will address artificial intelligence and neuroscience with ethics consultant Nita Farahany. The lecture will take place on Tuesday, April 9, at 7:00 p.m. in Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The lecture is free and open to the public.
SVSU lecture to address innovation, accessibility and entertainment in graphic design
A graphic designer who has worked with Disney, Google, Universal studios and other well-known corporations will share his perspectives on the industry during a public lecture at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU to hold match-making event to save lives
Saginaw Valley State University is holding a match-making event to save lives. On Wednesday, March 13, the university’s nursing department will host a “Be the Match” bone marrow donor registration event in honor of former nursing professor David Peruski, who is battling leukemia. The event will take place from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. outside the main entrance to the Melvin J. Zahnow Library. The first 100 people to register will receive a free water bottle.
SVSU professor to discuss moral psychology, political disagreement and relevance of George Orwell
It has been nearly 75 years since the publication of George Orwell’s “Nineteen Eighty-Four,” yet that dystopian novel, and other works by Orwell, remain relevant today. A lecture by Peter Rose-Barry, Finkbeiner Endowed Professor of Ethics at Saginaw Valley State University, will offer insights into why this is so.
SVSU to bring musical director/keyboardist for Billy Joel to campus
Saginaw Valley State University and the SVSU Foundation will host the longtime keyboardist and musical director for Billy Joel for an evening of reflections and musical selections. “An Evening with David Rosenthal: Stories from the Road” will take place Tuesday, Feb. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall in SVSU’s Curtiss Hall. This event is free and open to the public; however, for planning purposes, registration is requested.
SVSU’s ‘A Taste of Soul’ celebrates African American cuisine, culture
With a menu full of soul food and collaborations with community members, Saginaw Valley State University’s “A Taste of Soul” will celebrate African American culture during Black History Month.
SVSU to host lecture on process improvement
Saginaw Valley State University will host a lecture that offers insights into improving processes and achieving goals by identifying, and removing, the most important obstacle. As the featured speaker for the Thomas and Hilda Rush Lectureship, Danilo Sirias, SVSU professor of management and marketing, will present “Integrating Theory and Application: Exploring the Thinking Process of the Theory of Constraints for Effective System Improvement.”
Saginaw Valley State University to host book discussion with Andrew Liveris, former Dow chairman and CEO
Saginaw Valley State University will host Andrew Liveris, former chairman and chief executive officer of Dow and former executive chairman of DowDuPont, for a discussion of his latest book, “Leading Through Disruption: A Changemaker’s Guide to Twenty-First Century Leadership.”
Women with service mindset to be honored with Drum Major Award
Three women who have dedicated themselves to advancing equality and community service will be honored with the Martin Luther King Jr. Drum Major Award for Community Service. Moira Branigan of Bay City, Anita Jenkins of Midland and Joyce Seals of Saginaw will be honored during the Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Celebration, which will be held Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 7 p.m. at Saginaw Valley State University.
Professor, author, media professional Melissa Harris-Perry to give keynote address at MLK Jr. Regional Celebration
Saginaw Valley State University has announced the speaker for the 15th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Celebration, which will be held at SVSU on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2024, at 7 p.m. Award-winning author, sought-after public speaker and accomplished media professional Melissa Harris-Perry will join retired Saginaw Public Schools educator and active community volunteer Kermit Anderson Diggs for a fireside chat in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing arts in SVSU’s Curtiss Hall.
Dedicated education leaders selected for Gerstacker leadership program at SVSU
The 17th cohort of pre-kindergarten through grade 12 education leaders committed to professional growth will join the Saginaw Valley State University Gerstacker Fellowship program in 2023-24.
Michigan author, photographer wins SVSU literature award
Detroit photographer and architectural historian Jeff Morrison has been awarded Saginaw Valley State University’s 2023-2024 Stuart D. and Vernice M. Gross Award for Literature for his book “Guardians of Michigan: Architectural Sculpture of the Pleasant Peninsulas.”
SVSU to host fall open house
Saginaw Valley State University will host a fall open house on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
SVSU lecture to discuss innovation
For all who despair that isolation is required for creativity and innovation, Eric Weiner has good news. The award-winning journalist and best-selling author will debunk the myth of the lone genius during his lecture, “Innovation: They What, Where and When” on Tuesday, October 24 at Saginaw Valley State University.
Cultural and media historian to visit SVSU classrooms, speak at Roethke House
A respected cultural and media historian will step into a symbol of Saginaw’s past as she explores the relationship between writing and the future of culture in a talk at the childhood home of acclaimed Saginaw poet Theodore Roethke.
Join SVSU for a grand slam evening at Dow Diamond
Saginaw Valley State University wants to take you out to the ball game . . . and a movie. As a farewell to summer, the university invites the community to a night of entertainment at Dow Diamond on Thursday, September 28. Featuring an exciting exhibition ball game and a movie, the event is free and open to the public.
SVSU student groups to battle for the good of area nonprofit
Saginaw Valley State University students are hooked on doing good for others, so they’re continuing a 20-year fundraising contest without their traditional competitor.
SVSU to host 9/11 Heroes Run
For the 10th year, runners will loop through and around the campus of Saginaw Valley State University in a race to honor first responder and military heroes. The 9/11 Heroes Run will be held on Sunday, Sept. 10 to benefit the Travis Manion Foundation and the Great Lakes Bay Veteran Coalition.
SVSU lecturer will discuss how public academic institutions can foster interfaith dialogue
As part of its longstanding Dr. Raana Akbar Memorial Lecture Series, Saginaw Valley State University will host speaker Najeeba Syeed, J.D., on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The lecture is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served following the lecture.
SVSU exhibition explores artists’ ideas about African experience
Saginaw Valley State University's University Art Gallery is showcasing two artists whose works explore the African diaspora. An opening reception will be held Thursday, September 7, and the exhibit will remain on display through Saturday, September 16.
SVSU Department of Nursing celebrates contributions of nursing professionals
In a tribute to the dedication, compassion and expertise of nurses, Saginaw Valley State University’s Department of Nursing hosted the Carleen K. Moore Nursing Excellence Awards at SVSU.
SVSU student recognized on 2023 ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll
Thanks to his efforts to encourage fellow students to participate in the democratic process, Saginaw Valley State University student Nikolas Baker has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) as part of the 2023 ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll.
SVSU Theatre presents ‘Urinetown, The Musical’
Described as musical satire, “Urinetown” tells the story of a Gotham-like city that suffers a water shortage, leading to a government-enforced ban on private toilets.
SVSU to host FIRST® Robotics state championship; over $4 million in economic impact expected
For the fifth year, SVSU will welcome more than 5,000 high school students piloting robots in the FIRST in Michigan state championship.
SVSU to host climate change and civic engagement experts for lecture and fireside chat
Saginaw Valley State University will host climate control advocates Bill McKibben and Angela Ardis for an informative presentation on the impact of climate change and the steps ordinary people can take to alleviate it.
SVSU brings Michigan memoirist to region
Saginaw Valley State University will host author and memoirist Anne-Marie Oomen for a public lecture on Thursday, April 6. “An Evening with Anne-Marie Oomen” will be begin at 7 p.m. at the Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library, 500 Center Ave., Bay City. The event is free and open to the public.
Legacy of Theodore Roethke to be celebrated throughout region
Saginaw native and Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Theodore Roethke will be celebrated during the Theodore Roethke Poetry and Arts Festival, a triennial celebration of one of the 20th century’s most influential poets.
SVSU to host best-selling author for women’s history lecture
In recognition of Women’s History month, Saginaw Valley State University will host best-selling author Stacy Cordery for a lecture on campus and a community talk in Midland. Cordery’s appearances are supported by the Dow Visiting Scholars and Artists series at SVSU.
Area educators honored as ‘STEM Stars’
Saginaw Valley State University and the MiSTEM Network – East Central Michigan Region have recognized 20 educators for their contributions to STEM education.
SVSU STEMapalooza brings together Girl Scouts for a fun day of STEM
In a day designed to energize interest in STEM, approximately 90 youngsters — students from kindergarten to fifth grade — will participate in the Girl Scout STEMapalooza hosted by Saginaw Valley State University. The event will take place on Saturday, Feb. 25 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the campus of SVSU.
Event postponed until Thursday, March 2
Saginaw Valley State University will celebrate Black History Month with “A Taste of Soul,” a culinary celebration for the Great Lakes Bay Region.
Legislator, civil rights activist Bakari Sellers to give keynote address at MLK Jr. Regional Celebration
Political analyst, activist and former South Carolina representative Bakari Sellers will deliver the keynote address for the 14th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Celebration at Saginaw Valley State University on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 7 p.m.
SVSU selects K-12 educators for Gerstacker leadership program
The 16th cohort of K-12 education leaders committed to professional growth have joined the Saginaw Valley State University 2023 Gerstacker Fellowship program.
SVSU Dean Marcia Ditmyer to lead Michigan Health Improvement Alliance Board
Marcia Ditmyer, dean of the Crystal M. Lange College of Health & Human Services at Saginaw Valley State University, is set to become chair of the board of the Michigan Health Improvement Alliance.
SVSU to introduce 82 4th graders to computer science in university’s 6th Hour of Code event
Saginaw Valley State University will introduce 82 4th graders to computer science concepts during an Hour of Code program on Friday, Nov. 18 from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
SVSU to present award-winning documentary “Mentality”
Saginaw Valley State University in partnership with Great Lakes Bay Health Centers will screen the award-winning documentary “Mentality,” about the evolution of mental health treatment.
SVSU ranks among best colleges for student voting
Thanks to students who are active in the democratic process, Saginaw Valley State University has been named to Washington Monthly’s 2022 Best Colleges for Student Voting Honor Roll.
SVSU to host Great Lakes Bay Region candidate forums
Saginaw Valley State University is offering the public an opportunity to hear from candidates vying to represent Michigan’s 8th Congressional District and the 35th State Senate District.
SVSU to host lecture on civility in politics
As the 2022 mid-term elections draw near, Saginaw Valley State University will host economist and historian Lawrence W. Reed, who will discuss civility in politics. The inaugural Velasquez Lecture on Liberty and Free Markets presents “Liberty, Character and Civility in Politics” on Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 7:00 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall in SVSU’s Curtiss Hall.
SVSU alumnus returns to campus to perform with classical guitar trio
Saginaw Valley State University alumnus Erik Gibelyou will return to campus this Friday, Oct. 14 to perform with Trio Ghidorah, a classical guitar trio. The concert is part of the Rhea Miller Concert Series and will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. It is free and open to the public.
SVSU to host inspiring Michigan veteran Major Jonathan Turnbull
Saginaw Valley State University will host a retired U.S. Army major who survived a suicide bomber attack in Syria. Major Johnathan Turnbull (retired) lost his sight and endured 22 surgeries and two years of rehabilitation.
SVSU continues Battle of the Valleys tradition with pride
One of Saginaw Valley State University's proudest traditions - Battle of the Valley - will commence with a week of fundraising activities to support a local nonprofit organization. Events begin Sunday, Sept. 25.
SVSU earns veteran-friendly status for 8th consecutive year
Saginaw Valley State University’s commitment to veterans and other military-affiliated students has once again been recognized by the Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency (MVAA). For the eighth consecutive year, SVSU has earned Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly Status with the MVAA.
SVSU to Host 9/11 Heroes Run to Benefit National Foundation
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting its annual 9/11 Heroes Run on Sunday, Sept. 11, to benefit the Travis Manion Foundation. Sunday’s event will mark SVSU’s ninth year of hosting the run.
Literary scholar, professor selected for 2023 Roethke Poetry Award
A literary scholar and professor with ties to Michigan has been selected as the winner of the 2023 Theodore Roethke Memorial Poetry Prize from Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU’s Student Association selects Self Love Beauty as 2022 BOV charitable partner
Student Association — SVSU’s student government — announced that it has selected Self Love Beauty as the charitable partner for this year’s Battle of the Valleys competition.
SVSU and MyMichigan Health partner to enhance health care workforce in region, state
Saginaw Valley State University and MyMichigan Health have announced a partnership designed to enhance educational opportunities for MyMichigan Health employees and improve the talent pipeline for health care delivery at the health system’s locations in communities throughout Michigan.
SVSU’s Student Association invites regional nonprofits to apply for support
For the 20th year, Saginaw Valley State University students will raise funds for a regional nonprofit organization. The SVSU Student Association is now accepting applications for the 2022 Battle of the Valleys (BOV) charitable partner.
SVSU Department of Nursing recognizes excellence in nursing
The Saginaw Valley State University Department of Nursing celebrated the excellence, dedication and leadership demonstrated by nurses in the Great Lakes Bay Region during the Carleen K. Moore R.N. Nursing Excellence awards ceremony on Tuesday, May 17.
FIRST Robotics state championship returns to SVSU, bringing $1 million in economic impact
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome 160 high school robotics teams from across the state for the FIRST in Michigan state championships.
SVSU and partners creating Saginaw Chapbook Project
Saginaw Valley State University, in partnership with the Friends of Theodore Roethke and the Kalamazoo Book Arts Center, is providing people in the Saginaw area an opportunity to contribute their poetry to a special collection through the Saginaw Chapbook Project.
SVSU to host local mayors in roundtable and reception
Saginaw Valley State University will host the mayors of the Great Lakes Bay Region’s four major cities for a discussion on local governance. “Madame Mayor: Local Governance in the Great Lakes Bay Region” will take place on Wednesday, March 30 from 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. in the Curtiss Hall banquet rooms on SVSU’s main campus.
SVSU to host Black language scholar April Baker-Bell
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome a thought leader and published author on how language usage can negatively impact Black students.
SVSU to host Black History Museum Day
Saginaw Valley State University will hold a Black History Museum Day on Thursday, March 17.
SVSU to host Girls Scouts for a day of STEM this Saturday
Saginaw Valley State University will explore the fun side of STEM with a group of area Girl Scouts during a daylong event Saturday, Feb. 26.
SVSU, MiSTEM Recognize, Reward ‘STEM Stars’
Twenty K-12 teachers in six Michigan counties will see a boost to their STEM education budgets thanks to the STEM Center at Saginaw Valley State University and the MiSTEM Network – East Central Michigan Region.
SVSU and Lake Huron Region office of SBDC awarded ARPA funds to support small businesses in Bay County
The Lake Huron Region Michigan Small Business Development Center, housed at Saginaw Valley State University, has partnered with local organizations to provide much-needed financial support for small businesses in Bay County that have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The $368,500 award is part of the $2 million in ARPA funds allocated to Bay Future, Inc. by the Bay County Board of Commissioners.
Three champions for diversity, understanding honored with Drum Major Award at MLK Regional Celebration
Three champions for diversity, understanding and support of underserved people in the Great Lakes Bay Region have been selected to receive the Martin Luther King, Jr. Drum Major for Community Service Award.
66th U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to give virtual talk at SVSU in January
The country’s former top foreign affairs adviser to the president of the United States, Condoleezza Rice, will be the keynote speaker for the 13th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Celebration.
SVSU to host saxophonist Derek Brown in concert
Saginaw Valley State University and the Rhea Miller Concert Series will host saxophonist Derek Brown on Friday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall.
SVSU selects K-12 educators for Gerstacker leadership program
With a keen awareness of the academic challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic, a new group of K-12 education leaders will focus on professional growth as part of Saginaw Valley State University’s Gerstacker Fellowship Program.
Michigan Author wins SVSU literature award
Saginaw Valley State University has awarded the 2021-2022 Stuart D. and Vernice M. Gross Award for Literature to author T. Marie Bertineau for her debut memoir, “The Mason House.” The award is part of SVSU’s community-minded commitment to recognize exceptional writing within Michigan.
SVSU to host central figure in Flint water crisis
Saginaw Valley State University will host Mona Hanna-Attisha, M.D., the Flint pediatrician whose research proved that children were exposed to lead from the Flint water supply.
SVSU students score decisive victory in fundraising competition
While Saginaw Valley State University came out on top of Battle of the Valleys, nonprofit organizations in Midland and Grand Rapids were the big winners of the yearly fundraising competition.
SVSU annual student-run fundraiser begins
Saginaw Valley State University students are back on campus in full force, and one of the student body’s most meaningful traditions is gearing up to be stronger than ever, with Grand Valley State University back in the competition.
SVSU to host 9/11 Heroes Run to benefit national foundation
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting its annual 9/11 Heroes Run on Saturday, Sept. 11, to benefit the Travis Manion Foundation.
Scholar to discuss Muslim ways of understanding women during Akbar Lecture
Saginaw Valley State University will host a virtual presentation by a scholar of religion, gender and ethics.
Students’ work contributes to success of Roethke House
A research project by three Saginaw Valley State University students is helping bring to light the history of Theodore Roethke, a Saginaw native and one of the greatest American poets of the 20th century.
SVSU ranks as a "Best for Vets" college
Saginaw Valley State University’s commitment to serving military veterans has been recognized with a place in the Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges rankings. SVSU ranks 15th among four-year public institutions in the Midwest and is among only 189 four-year public institutions nationwide to achieve this distinction.
SVSU selects 23rd class of student leaders for Roberts Fellowship
A group of Saginaw Valley State University students will fuel their passion for leadership and service through their participation in the Roberts Fellowship program.
SVSU’s Student Association selects Children’s Grief Center as 2021 Battle of the Valleys charitable partner
Recognizing the tremendous support the Children’s Grief Center offers grieving children and families throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region, SVSU’s Student Association has selected the organization as its charitable partner for the 2021 Battle of the Valleys.
SVSU’s Student Association invites Great Lakes Bay Region nonprofits to apply for support
One nonprofit organization from the Great Lakes Bay Region stands to benefit from the fundraising efforts of Saginaw Valley State University’s Student Association. The student government is now accepting applications for beneficiaries of Battle of the Valleys, one of SVSU’s proudest and most meaningful traditions. Applications will be accepted through June 11 and can be found at svsubattle.com/benefactor-applications.
SVSU students supported students and families during pandemic - Roberts Fellows provided materials, educational resources and information
Four members of SVSU’s Roberts Fellowship Program responded to the educational and emotional needs of the Saginaw community’s school-age children and their families by providing materials and resources to help them manage at-home learning and other challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic.
SVSU students help revitalize Saginaw neighborhood
Wolohan Fellows partner with Mustard Seed Shelter and Saginaw-Shiawassee Habitat for Humanity
Ten SVSU students, members of the university’s Richard V. Wolohan Fellowship in Service and Leadership, are leading an effort to rehabilitate the exterior of a 127-year-old home in Saginaw as part of a neighborhood revitalization effort in the area surrounding the Mustard Seed Shelter.
SVSU sponsors 2021 First Ward Leadership Fellowship Program
Eleven Saginaw County residents between the ages of 18 and 30 have been selected as 2021 First Ward Leadership Fellows and will participate in a 14-week leadership training program hosted by Saginaw Valley State University.
With Broadway training, SVSU alumna performs in holiday production while pursuing pop music success
From small town Michigan to the Big Apple, Saginaw Valley State University alumna Madalyn McHugh's determination and hard work helped her pursue her dreams of becoming a Broadway-trained performer. After fine-tuning her talents in New York City, that dream has since grown even larger.
SVSU's Battle of the Valleys rivalry back on as GVSU returns to fundraising competition
Student leaders say the renewed rivalry will energize the fundraiser, which typically is scheduled each fall during the week leading up to the universities’ football matchup.
SVSU faculty, professor, student honored with YWCA Women of Achievement Awards
Three members of the Saginaw Valley State University community were among 12 women the YWCA Great Lakes Bay Region honored for their leadership and contributions to social causes across the area.
SVSU student-run fundraiser launches; Bay Area Women’s Center to benefit
In a year of unknowns, one thing remained certain for Olivia Nelson and a group of her fellow student leaders at Saginaw Valley State University: their commitment to enriching the community would not be obstructed. Despite challenges presented by a global pandemic, their dedication will power SVSU's annual student-run fundraiser known as Battle of the Valley, which kicked off Sunday and concludes Saturday, Oct. 24.
With Saginaw native's help, group aims to continue SVSU student voter registration trend in time for November election
With a passion for empowering often-underrepresented communities, Saginaw Valley State University student Angelo Martinez has focused his efforts on providing his peers the power to vote.
'I had a great support system': Student reflects on quarantine experience in SVSU apartment
Paige Dejohn spent her two weeks alone attending classes via her laptop, playing video games with her family remotely, cooking meals, streaming shows on Netflix, tending to a plant, and enjoying the company of SVSU staff members who checked on her regularly over the phone.
SVSU to host virtual panel featuring women entrepreneurs
The Saginaw Valley State University-based Dow Entrepreneurship Institute will host an empowering virtual panel discussion featuring successful women entrepreneurs.
SVSU Writing Center project allows community members to address future president
The nonpartisan project — also sponsored by the YWCA Great Lakes Bay Region and the U.S. Department of Arts and Culture Saginaw Outpost — collects the postcards prior to the election, with the promise of mailing the messages to the winning candidate in January.
Community invited to attend SVSU virtual session addressing 2020 election voting processes
Building on the success of various voting initiatives, Saginaw Valley State University leaders will continue to empower the Great Lakes Bay Region community and SVSU students to vote. SVSU's political science department will host a Zoom-based virtual presentation detailing the voting process in the 2020 presidential election Monday, Sept. 14, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
SVSU, STARS collaboration inspires bus mural featuring Saginaw poet Theodore Roethke
A mural celebrating Saginaw and Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Theodore Roethke will be painted on a local bus, thanks to a partnership with Saginaw Valley State University’s Community Writing Center and the Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services (STARS).
Navigating substantial obstacles, SVSU students move forward with annual fundraiser; beneficiary announced
SVSU’s student government – known as Student Association – today announced it selected the Bay Area Women’s Center as the community benefactor of Battle of the Valley.
Toy-lending program to aid childhood development in Midland, say SVSU organizers
Saginaw Valley State University and the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library will team up to support the development of children, including those with special needs.
Responding to racism, elevating equity and justice
Let me be clear: racism has no place at our university. It cannot and will not be tolerated. We can and must do more on our campus and in our communities to create justice and equity for all, and especially for those who have been disenfranchised.
State award reinforces SVSU’s reputation for supporting students with military ties
The university earned certification as a Veteran-Friendly School from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency for the sixth consecutive year. The institution earned a gold-level status, the highest honor for recipients of the veteran-friendly recognition.
SVSU student earns prestigious internship with Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
Arianna Jones was selected as one of 57 interns – out of 700 applicants nationally – to serve the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation for eight weeks beginning June 1. She is one of two college students in the state to earn the internship this summer.
Class of 2020: SVSU nursing grads finish semester early to join COVID-19 fight
SVSU nursing graduates such as Kylie Ostrofsky are on track to serve as registered nurses earlier than originally scheduled, largely at regional health care facilities.
SVSU class of 2020: With a lifelong love for animals, Midland resident chases a career as veterinarian
Mia Berlanga's undergraduate experience has included earning prestigious accolades, embarking on international endeavors relating to her chosen field, utilizing contacts at the university to earn a position at a nearby veterinary emergency care center, and taking advantage of many opportunities that contributed to her development as a community-engaged leader.
#GivingTuesday initiative allows community to support SVSU students impacted financially by pandemic
The SVSU Foundation-supported initiative -- known as #GivingTuesday -- allows community members on Tuesday, May 5 to donate at the following webpage: svsu.edu/givingtuesday
SVSU, Saginaw Art Museum launch webpage collecting writing, artwork chronicling life during pandemic
Saginaw Valley State University has teamed with the Saginaw Art Museum to capture history as it’s happening, taken from the perspectives of those experiencing it: specifically, Great Lakes Bay Region residents.
As COVID-19 exacerbates challenges of opioid epidemic, SVSU-led initiative offers solutions to health care teams worldwide
A Saginaw Valley State University-operated initiative is taking the lead — on a global scale — in providing expert solutions that support one of the populations left most vulnerable to COVID-19: people recovering from substance use disorders.
SVSU teams with Saginaw distillery on plan to produce hand sanitizer in response to COVID-19
Saginaw Valley State University is doing its part to answer the call by beginning plans to produce 300 gallons of much-sought-after hand sanitizer that health care professionals can use while responding to the COVID-19 virus.
SVSU students set to help communities across the U.S. during spring break
When they arrive at their destinations, each team will spend the week supporting agencies and nonprofits engaging a variety of issues including providing shelter for those in need, empowering communities to overcome racism, and educating children about HIV and AIDS.
SVSU introducing eSports program as club sport for fall 2020
Inspired by passionate players and fans in a rapidly-growing field of competition, Saginaw Valley State University will hit the “start” button on its own club sports team in fall 2020 for competitive video game players.
SVSU-sponsored poetry contest salutes Saginaw
A community-minded poetry contest celebrating the history and culture of Saginaw County is underway, sponsored by the Saginaw Valley State University-operated Saginaw Community Writing Center.
'Taste of Soul' festival brings SVSU, community together through food, music
With a mouth-watering menu of “soul food,” Saginaw Valley State University will host its 12th annual “Taste of Soul” food festival Wednesday, Feb. 19, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Marketplace at Doan cafeteria on campus.
SVSU Career Services to host over 100 employers at January job fair
Saginaw Valley State University will host its annual Summer Job and Internship Fair on Tuesday, Jan. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the second floor banquet hall rooms of SVSU’s Curtiss Hall. More than 100 employers are expected to seek prospective workers in a variety of industries.
Leaders in education honored as part of SVSU's 2020 Martin Luther King Jr. celebration
Three community leaders will be recognized for their advocacy for diversity and education during the 11th annual Great Lakes Bay Regional Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at Saginaw Valley State University later this month.
SVSU's Henry Marsh Institute for Public Policy continues legacy of leadership
Inspired by one of the region’s trailblazers, a Saginaw Valley State University-based political leadership program continues to create a legacy of its own nearly a decade after its founding, organizers say.
State budget expert to visit SVSU
An expert on the subject will discuss the state budget and policy plans in Lansing during a presentation at Saginaw Valley State University on Monday, Dec. 16.
Guitarist, pianist to perform Wednesday concert at SVSU
Brad DeRoche, guitarist, and Wendy Chu, pianist, will perform classical music together during a concert Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall on Saginaw Valley State University’s campus.
At your service: SVSU receives ‘Best for Vets’ ranking for sixth year
For the sixth consecutive year, Saginaw Valley State University has been recognized for its support of military-affiliated students, earning a place in the Best for Vets: Colleges 2020 rankings by Military Times.
SVSU selects K-12 educators for Gerstacker leadership program
A new group of K-12 education leaders committed to professional growth will join the Saginaw Valley State University Gerstacker Fellowship program in 2020.
Student's beloved Pakistan dish among meals set to spice up SVSU's International Food Festival
Farwa Fatima is accustomed to international food festivals. When the neighborly Saginaw Valley State University student from Pakistan cooks chicken biriyani, a food festival of sorts materializes in her apartment living room. There, classmates and friends from a variety of cultures — American, Japanese, and Polish, among others — often gather to enjoy the feast and flavors produced by her family recipe.
Kochville Township's Cardinal Square street signage to feature SVSU branding
After decades spent as neighborly partners, Saginaw Valley State University and Kochville Township will continue to empower each other this week when crews install street signage — featuring the logo of SVSU’s cardinal mascot — in a developing commercial district known as Cardinal Square.
'Mad Feast' author to offer taste of his writing at SVSU reading
A critically-acclaimed author will read from his work in nonfiction and poetry during a visit next week to Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU panel to spotlight impact of female entrepreneurs in Great Lakes Bay Region, beyond
With women-led businesses on the rise, the need for role models, mentors and real-world training for female entrepreneurs is a demand that Rebecca Cox recognized clearly.
More than 130 businesses, organizations to seek prospective employees at SVSU fair
Saginaw Valley State University will host its annual Fall University-wide Employment & Networking Fair later this week.
SVSU fundraising tradition to boost Midland nonprofit's educational programs across region
Saginaw Valley State University students’ commitment to support the community remains as strong as ever. They are inspired to compete — now only against themselves — during a fundraiser next week that will support a nonprofit’s expansion of a developmental educational program already positively impacting Great Lakes Bay Region teens.
Bay City third graders to visit 'the world' — and many of its cultures — at SVSU
A group of third grade students from Bay City will drive a few miles from their school to take a tour of the world.
SVSU pushes students to get involved, election participation doubled in 2018, report shows
Saginaw Valley State University leaders determined to engage more students in casting their votes during the 2018 election helped those students find their voice, a new study shows.
SVSU kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month with celebration of lowrider culture
Committed to honoring Hispanic heritage, Saginaw Valley State University will host an event Sunday, Sept. 15, celebrating lowrider vehicles and the culture surrounding them.
SVSU to host 9/11 Heroes Run to benefit national foundation
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting its annual 9/11 Heroes Run on Wednesday, Sept. 11, to benefit The Travis Manion Foundation.
Lineup of dynamic speakers set for SVSU-based education leadership conference in August; registration remains open
Dynamic workshops, engaging speakers, and powerful learning experiences are what audiences can expect at the 2nd Annual Educator Leadership Institute at Saginaw Valley State University Aug. 7-9.
SVSU, Dow Library, Dow Home & Studio partner to bring Michigan authors to Midland for writing workshops, public readings
Saginaw Valley State University’s Center for Community Writing – in partnership with the Grace A. Dow Library and the Alden B. Dow Home and Studio – invites the public to a week-long series featuring critically acclaimed Michigan writers this July in Midland.
SVSU students to 'Battle' support to support teens with The ROCK Center for Youth Development
Saginaw Valley State University students inspired to continue supporting community-engaged nonprofits today selected a Midland-based organization to serve as the beneficiary of a week-long annual fundraising tradition in October.
SVSU student recognized for study of French language, culture
A Saginaw Valley State University alumna with a handle on several world languages recently was honored for her mastery of French.
United Way event to send SVSU staff ‘Over the Edge’ of a building for a good cause
A team of SVSU staff members plan to rappel down one of Saginaw Township’s tallest structures to raise awareness and funds for United Way of Saginaw County as part of a celebration of the nonprofit’s 100th year as a community booster.
SVSU to host summer literacy camp
Saginaw Valley State University will continue its commitment to community-minded educational opportunities by hosting a literacy clinic to improve students' reading skills for three weeks this summer.
SVSU students selected for leadership development program
Organizers of a Saginaw Valley State University program aimed at inspiring the next generation of leaders recently selected 10 students eager to develop their leadership skills.
The 'Battle' isn't over: SVSU students pledge to continue successful fundraiser
Newly-elected leaders of Saginaw Valley State University's student government promise to continue a fundraising competition that has raised more than a half-million dollars for nonprofits and charities statewide.
SVSU students break down barriers, advance to national forensics tournament
Jessica Carpenter refuses to let her social anxiety stand in her way. The Saginaw Valley State University student not only has overcome that challenge and embraced public speaking; she has competed in forensics tournaments and established herself among the nation’s best.
SVSU student supports Kingston high school FIRST robotics team
As Saginaw Valley State University prepares to host the FIRST in Michigan state championship April 10-13, one SVSU student is doing all he can to help his former high school team qualify to visit his current campus.
SVSU student-organized bowling fundraiser at Stardust Lanes to support assisted living facility
When Lindsey Mead in high school began volunteering at Community Village, an assisted living facility for senior citizens in Saginaw Township, she became fast friends with its residents.
FIRST Robotics state championship expected to bring 8,000 people
About 5,500 high school students are expected to participate in the FIRST Robotics state championship Wednesday through Saturday, April 10-13, at SVSU’s Ryder Center.
SVSU exhibition organizers seek to shift blame away from sexual assault survivors
Staff and student interns in SVSU's Student Counseling Center are collaborating on the project with Underground Railroad Inc., a Saginaw-based nonprofit that services victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking and human slavery.
SVSU program empowers math teachers in region's middle schools
Education advocates say an SVSU-based leadership education initiative for teachers will bolster math studies and achievement in the Great Lakes Bay Region.
YWCA Women of Achievement Awards to honor SVSU staff, students, alumni
Seven members of the Saginaw Valley State University community are among 17 women the YWCA Great Lakes Bay Region will honor today for their leadership and contributions to social causes across the area.
SVSU to honor Great Lakes Bay Region business leaders, faculty members during awards ceremony
During its sixth annual Best In Business awards ceremony Friday, March 22, Saginaw Valley State University will recognize businesses and entrepreneurs as well as SVSU faculty, students and alumni dedicated to supporting the Great Lakes Bay Region business community.
SVSU to host employment fair this month
More than 125 employers and agencies next week plan to participate in Saginaw Valley State University’s annual Spring University-wide Employment and Networking Fair.
SVSU earns Voter-Friendly Campus designation
Saginaw Valley State University's commitment to civic engagement has been recognized with the institution being selected as a “Voter Friendly Campus.”
SVSU to host more than 100 employers for Summer Job and Internship Fair
Saginaw Valley State University will host its Summer Job and Internship Fair this Thursday, Feb. 7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the second floor of SVSU's Curtiss Hall in the banquet and seminar rooms.
SVSU to host STEM activities, games for Girl Scouts Saturday
Saginaw Valley State University will introduce a group of Girl Scouts to the wonders of science during an all-day event Saturday, Feb. 2.
Regional leaders to be honored as Drum Major Award recipients at MLK Celebration
An educator, an advocate for peace and the leader of a local NAACP branch will be honored at Saginaw Valley State University this month for community work that exemplifies the spirit of Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision.
SVSU staff member recognized by National Multiple Sclerosis Society for fundraising feat
A Saginaw Valley State University staff member overcame what she believed were her own physical limitations as well as rough environmental conditions to earn praise from a national nonprofit for her passion to raise awareness — and funds — to fight multiple sclerosis.
SVSU Battle of the Valleys initiative honored by regional fundraising organization
A Saginaw Valley State University student government-led initiative that has raised over $425,000 for nonprofit organizations since 2003 recently received recognition from a group of regional fundraising professionals.
SVSU students to spend winter break learning through service
Saginaw Valley State University students often defy stereotypes. At the end of the fall semester, may college students return home to sleep in, binge watch Netflix and generally unwind. But for Alina Devoogd, Chantel Poquette and nearly 100 SVSU students, they are dedicating their winter break from school to volunteer at locations across the country, helping a number of organizations in need.
SVSU-sponsored letter-writing campaign to Gov.-elect Whitmer on display through Dec. 19
A Saginaw Valley State University-based program that prompted K-12 students to write postcards to the future governor of Michigan – before the election – resulted in a response that far exceeded organizers’ expectations. The messages received revealed the civic-minded hopes of today's youth, as well as their deep anxieties.
At SVSU, high school students to wrap gifts collected for Bay City, Midland, Saginaw shelters
Local high school students involved in Saginaw Valley State University’s Great Lakes Bay Regional Youth Leadership Institute are showing their support for the community by collecting gifts for three regional nonprofits that provide shelter for those in need of help.
SVSU to host 100 fourth grade students for Hour of Code event
Saginaw Valley State University is inspiring young minds through it participation in a national initiative to increase diversity in computer science.
SVSU hosts networking event to connect Great Lakes Bay graduates and alumni with top employers
Discover Great Lakes Bay is hosting a business-casual networking experience that will offer an opportunity for talented professionals to connect with world-class employers from across the Great Lakes Bay Region. The “Coming Home” event will take place Wednesday, Nov. 21 from 3-5 p.m. in the Curtiss Hall banquet rooms at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU social work profs take leadership posts to improve the Saginaw community
Two Saginaw Valley State University social work professors will serve in leadership roles at a newly-created community enrichment organization centered in downtown Saginaw.
International Food Festival on the menu at SVSU Tuesday
A celebration of international culture and cuisine will return to Saginaw Valley State University, which is preparing to host its annual International Food Festival Tuesday, Nov. 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
SVSU welcomes Bay City elementary students for a ‘Passport to the World’
Saginaw Valley State University's English Language Program will host their annual Passport to the World event on Friday, Nov. 2.
SVSU's Garcia receiving award for educational impact in region
Saginaw Valley State University's Roberto Garcia is being honored for his commitment to supporting students in their quest for higher education. He will receive the Adelante Education Award by the nonprofit La Union Civica Mexicana at the 9th Annual Adelante Awards Saturday, Nov. 3.
SVSU students win 'Battle,' raise $36,000 for suicide awareness and prevention
Saginaw Valley State University students continued to demonstrate their commitment to support community causes by raising $36,210 in one week during the annual Battle of the Valleys fundraising competition.
Former U.S. attorney Preet Bharara to speak at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting a lecture by a nationally recognized attorney, who earned a reputation as one of “the nation's most aggressive and outspoken prosecutors,” according to The New York Times.
SVSU students have high expectations for “Battle of the Valleys” fundraising competition
Cheyenne Wilton is inspired to help her peers. She is familiar with the studies showing suicide as a leading cause of death among her college-aged peers. Suicide rates are on the rise nationwide.
Local nonprofit to benefit from SVSU students ‘battle’ to support suicide prevention
Saginaw Valley State University students are committed to supporting community causes, and next week they will be raising funds to help a Saginaw-based nonprofit expand its prevention and training efforts to help people recognize and respond to signs of suicidal thoughts.
SVSU’s Stricker honored as one of Top 50 Latinas of Michigan
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Hispanic Latino Commission of Michigan has recognized a Saginaw Valley State University staff member as one of the Top 50 Latinas of Michigan.
SVSU engineering and robotics students bring mobility and joy to children with disabilities
Family members say Joey soon could keep pace with his active sibling thanks to the support of Saginaw Valley State University students determined to help him move despite his physical limitations.
More than 130 companies, agencies expected at Friday SVSU employment fair
Saginaw Valley State University will host its Fall University-wide Employment & Networking Fair this week.
Chief Science Officers program at SVSU takes Carrollton, John Glenn students to D.C.
Four local high school students, two from Carrollton High School and two from John Glenn High School in Bay City, have been recognized as national leaders in empowering their peers to learn math and science.
SVSU Writing Center launching ‘Write Your Future Michigan Governor’ campaign
Saginaw Valley State University's Writing Center is hosting a postcard writing campaign to encourage people in the Great Lakes Bay Region to write to their future governor.
SVSU-based youth leadership program welcomes next class of high school participants
A year-long leadership development program for local high school students will kick off its 14th year at Saginaw Valley State University with front-row seats to a theatrical performance by one of Detroit’s most highly-regarded cultural treasures.
SVSU hosting event to prevent traumatic injuries, plus blood drive and flu vaccinations
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting several events to educate individuals on how to respond in emergency situations by heightening awareness on how to respond when someone is in life-threatening danger.
SVSU professor to speak on civic engagement for annual Rush Lecture
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting a lecture by a professor of sociology at SVSU on how communities thrive when people participate in civic engagement.
SVSU to host Heroes Run to benefit local veterans' foundation
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting its annual 9/11 Heroes Run to benefit the Bay Veterans Foundation as its local charity recipient.
SVSU staff, faculty help power documentary about Saginaw’s automotive industry history; premiere set for Saturday
Saginaw Valley State University staff and faculty are collaborating with a New York City theatre group on a project aimed at telling the story of Midwest cities struggling in the wake of industry job loss. The community engagement-driven project includes production of a short documentary detailing the highs and lows of automobile manufacturing in Saginaw.
SVSU earns grant funds to support addiction recovery services for seniors at community health clinic
Health professionals at Saginaw Valley State University are determined to secure resources to improve health for people living in the Great Lakes Bay Region.
Newest SVSU fraternity makes a difference locally; student and advisor receive national award
A Saginaw Valley State University student and staff member were recently recognized as national leaders by Alpha Kappa Lambda (AKL) fraternity.
SVSU students develop solutions for local companies, see them at summer engineering symposium
Saginaw Valley State University engineering students will display their senior projects during the Summer Engineering Symposium Friday, Aug. 17. Over the past year, the students have worked with a variety of engineering industry partners to develop fully working prototypes.
SVSU to host debate focused on environmental issues facing Saginaw
Students involved in a six-week-long summer program that involved cleaning up local parks will culminate their experience in a debate competition at Saginaw Valley State University that will focus on environmental issues affecting Saginaw.
SVSU welcomes business delegation from Ghana
A leader and educational expert from Ghana will grace the Great Lakes Bay Region, offering ambassadorial greetings focused on culture and economic partnership potential.
Marilyn Wheaton, director of Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum at SVSU, set to step down after 12 years
For 12 years, Marilyn Wheaton has contributed to the growing legacy of Marshall M. Fredericks, the late sculptor (1908-1998). Now she is set to retire.
SVSU's National Society of Collegiate Scholars chapter members find joy in serving community
For Dan Kennihan, membership to Saginaw Valley State University's National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) chapter means an experience sure to expand the mind and enrich the community.
SVSU extends bystander training with help from $25K state grant
Saginaw Valley State University is stepping up its efforts in sexual assault prevention with help from a $25,044 grant from the State of Michigan.
SVSU student’s passion for positivity earns him national Student of the Year award
A Saginaw Valley State University student recognized for his leadership and passion for bettering SVSU students’ life on campus has added another national award to his résumé.
SVSU students to support suicide prevention in 2018 ‘Battle of the Valleys’
The Saginaw Valley State University community will compete in the 16th annual Battle of the Valleys competition to support a non-profit that focuses on prevention, education and support for people who have been affected by suicide in the Great Lakes Bay Region.
SVSU honors outstanding patient care at Nursing Excellence awards ceremony
Saginaw Valley State University celebrated the excellence, dedicated care and leadership delivered by six registered nurses in the Great Lakes Bay Region during the eighth annual Carleen K. Moore R.N. Nursing Excellence awards ceremony Wednesday, May 16.
SVSU to help brighten downtown Bay City with new murals
Downtown Bay City will receive new colorful murals just in time for summer. Saginaw Valley State University students have produced 10 painted panels depicting notables from the history of Bay City.
SVSU fraternity to raise money for St. Jude's Children's Hospital
Saginaw Valley State University's Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE) fraternity is hosting a unique fundraiser to benefit St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital in Memphis.
Nostalgia, school spirit defines Bay City Western teacher’s return to SVSU during FIRST Robotics event
?On the outside, Vicki Stoddard this week is clad in pink clothing. As she contemplates her surroundings, though, she can’t help but feel a familiar swell of “red pride” in her heart.
SVSU student organization Forever Red named best in Midwest region
A group of Saginaw Valley State University students have been honored at a national level for inspiring their peers to embrace school spirit and to give back to their campus and surrounding community.
SVSU honors leading companies and business people during Best in Business awards ceremony
Recipients of the business and alumni awards were chosen by an advisory board for SVSU's College of Business & Management. The faculty award honorees were selected by SVSU students.
SVSU student supports her peers and wins award as top writing tutor in Midwest
An SVSU student has been honored for the care and concern she shows for her fellow students in helping them learn to write more effectively.
SVSU to celebrate Holi Festival of Colors in April
The tradition involves encouraging participants to throw colorful powder at each other.
SVSU powers up to host another FIRST Robotics state championship
Saginaw Valley State University will be filled with about 5,500 high school students seeking a state championship Wednesday, April 11 through Saturday, April 14 as SVSU hosts the statewide FIRST Robotics competition for the second consecutive year.
SVSU hosts renowned scholar of Islamic studies for Akbar Lecture
Saginaw Valley State University will host one of the leading scholars of contemporary Islamic thought and Islamic spirituality for a public lecture. Omid Safi, director of the Duke Islamic Studies Center, will speak Wednesday, March 28 at 6:30 p.m. in Curtiss Hall Banquet Room A.
SVSU welcomes scholar on academic performance of boys and men of color
Wood serves as the director of the joint Ph.D. program in education between San Diego State and Claremont Graduate University.
SVSU seeking charity partner for 2018 Battle of the Valleys competition
Saginaw Valley State University students have shown an incredible passion to support their surrounding community over the past 15 years, raising more than $350,000 to support numerous worthy causes and charitable organizations during the annual Battle of the Valleys fundraising competition.
SVSU students inspired to serve during Alternative Breaks across the country
For more than 50 Saginaw Valley State University students, spring break will not be a typical vacation. They will be traveling across the U.S. to volunteer as part of the student-run Alternative Breaks program.
SVSU students rally to raise funds for cancer fighters, survivors, caregivers
The fight against cancer is personal for Jessica Hacker, and she is inspired to help others in their personal battles.
SVSU welcomes national diversity expert for Black History Month
Saginaw Valley State University is commemorating Black History Month by hosting a number of events throughout the month of February. All events are free of charge and open to the public, unless otherwise noted.
Saginaw Valley State University will host the Great Lakes Bay Regional Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Wednesday, Jan 24. At 7 p.m. in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
Saginaw Valley State University will host the Great Lakes Bay Regional Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Wednesday, Jan 24. At 7 p.m. in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
90 SVSU students engaged in week of service through Alternative Breaks
Eight teams of Saginaw Valley State University students are spending a week of their winter break traveling to seven states in order to volunteer their time as part of SVSU’s Alternative Breaks program.
SVSU student wins Student of the Year at regional leadership conference
Saginaw Valley State University student Pedro Marin, a marketing major from Grand Blanc, was honored for his outstanding leadership and service skills at an annual conference for student leaders in college campus housing operations.
At SVSU, local high school students donating, wrapping gifts for Saginaw nonprofits
More than 90 local high school students with Saginaw Valley State University's Great Lakes Bay Regional Youth Leadership Institute will wrap gifts collected to benefit two nonprofits.
Cardboard City at SVSU to address homelessness awareness, raise funds for Habitat for Humanity
Saginaw Valley State University students will gather in the SVSU Student Center Thursday, Nov. 16, and build makeshift homes out of cardboard boxes, where they will spend the night during the annual Cardboard City event.
Author of collection about racial injustices earns Roethke poetry prize from SVSU
A widely-published poet and author of operas will receive the 14th triennial Saginaw Valley State University Theodore Roethke Memorial Poetry Prize.
SVSU conference to address challenges, solutions for individuals with disabilities
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting the C of IDEAS Summit 2017: Enhancing Lives, Creating Community Saturday, Nov. 4, starting at 9 a.m. in Gilbertson Hall. The focus of the summit is to advance interdisciplinary education and develop solutions that enhance the quality of life of individuals with disabilities.
SVSU leaders participating in fundraiser for literacy, education programs
Two members of Saginaw Valley State University are showing their dedication to the institution’s commitment to community engagement through a fundraising campaign aimed at improving local literacy and education programs.
SVSU hosts lecture on effects of domestic violence
Dr. Stephen R Guertin, medical director at Sparrow Regional Children’s Center and associate professor at Michigan State University’s College of Medicine, will be hosting an informative conversation about the effects of domestic violence on children at Saginaw Valley State University on Wednesday, Oct. 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the Ott Auditorium.
Open house to reintroduce community primary care health clinic in Bay County Health Department
Saginaw Valley State University, the Bay County Health Department and Bay-Arenac Behavioral Health are hosting an open house event to introduce a new name for a primary care health clinic available to the public.
SVSU alumna takes stage as educator at top children's theatre
Karli Jenkins’ love of theatre began as a youngster attending summer camps at Saginaw Valley State University, where she later completed her degree. Now she is sharing that love with other children at one of the nation’s leading children’s theatre companies.
Congressman Kildee to speak on bipartisanship and civil discourse in SVSU lecture
U.S. Representative Dan Kildee will discuss the state of modern politics during a lecture at Saginaw Valley State University Thursday Oct. 19. He will discuss "Promoting Civil Discourse and Fostering Bipartisanship in Today's Politics" at 7 p.m. in the Malcolm Field Theatre for Performing Arts.
SVSU job fair to feature record 140 employers
Saginaw Valley State University will host a record total of at least 140 employers during its annual Fall University-Wide Employment & Networking Fair. The event - free and open to the public - is scheduled Friday, Oct. 13 from noon to 3 p.m. in SVSU's Curtiss Hall.
SVSU hosts kick off for Great Lakes Bay Regional Youth Leadership Institute, Friday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Curtiss Hall
SVSU hosts kick off for Great Lakes Bay Regional Youth Leadership Institute

Friday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Curtiss Hall, SVSU
SVSU students win ‘Battle,’ lift spirits for Saginaw homeless shelter's occupants, director
Saginaw Valley State University students continued their tradition of improving their surrounding community by raising $32,115 in the annual “Battle of the Valleys” fundraising competition. The funds will help the Mustard Seed Shelter double the occupancy of its Saginaw facility that moves women and children from homelessness to self-sufficiency.
SVSU and Pulse 3 Foundation hope to host 500 for CPR Blitz at Saturday’s football game
Saginaw Valley State University’s College of Health and Human Services, the Pulse 3 Foundation in Saginaw, and Blue Cross Blue Shield will partner to provide lifesaving training Saturday, Oct. 7. Using the slogan “500 in 5,” they hope to train 500 people how to perform hands-only CPR training the SVSU home football game that day.
SVSU students hosting fire truck pull, dodgeball game for Battle of the Valleys fundraising
SVSU students hosting fire truck pull, dodgeball game for Battle of the Valleys fundraising. Tuesday, Sept. 26 and Wednesday, Sept. 27, SVSU campus
SVSU students to raise funds for Saginaw shelter during this year's Battle of the Valleys
Saginaw Valley State University's annual Battle of the Valleys fundraising competition will kick off Sunday, Sept. 24. For the 15th consecutive year, the students of SVSU and Grand Valley State University will go head-to-head to see who can raise the most money for their respective charity partners. The fundraiser concludes Saturday, Sept. 30, when the rival football teams face off at 7 p.m. at GVSU's Lubbers Stadium.
From the archives: Students aid local firefighters; research electricity-producing bicycle
The following story appeared in the fall 2010 issue of Reflections magazine. This story in part spotlighted Jade Fulton, who will be inducted into the Cardinal Athletic Hall of Fame in September 2017.
Detroit author wins SVSU literature award
Saginaw Valley State University has awarded the 2017-18 Stuart D. and Vernice M. Gross Award for Literature to author Drew Philp for his book, "A $500 House in Detroit: Rebuilding an Abandoned Home and an American City. The award is part of SVSU’s community-minded commitment to recognize exceptional writing within Michigan.
SVSU 9/11 Heroes Run to benefit organization inspired by Midland man killed in Afghanistan in 2011
This year, the 9/11 Heroes Run hosted at Saginaw Valley State University will support a Midland-based nonprofit dedicated to sending morale-lifting care packages to military service members serving overseas.
SVSU students to help homeless women and children through 2017 Battle of the Valleys
Saginaw Valley State University students will direct their passion for supporting the community by raising funds for an organization that helps homeless women with children during the 15th annual “Battle of the Valleys” fundraising competition. SVSU students will raise funds for The Mustard Seed when they compete against their rivals from Grand Valley State University during the week-long challenge this coming fall.
SVSU partners with K-12 schools to prepare ‘chief science officers,’ thanks to grant from The Dow Chemical Co.
Saginaw Valley State University hopes to send students back to their K-12 schools to serve as leaders and “chief science officers” when the new school year begins in the fall.
Thanks to his family and campus, Napoleon Lewis' legacy at SVSU stands strong years after his death
“It was an awesome feeling to see everyone react that way toward him because we, as his children, felt that way about him all the time,” Ava Lewis says. “He touched so many lives here.”
As judge, minister and citizen, Manvel Trice is on a mission to make a difference in Saginaw
Manvel Trice is on a mission to work as a steward for the place he calls “home” and serve as a role model to the residents he considers extended family.
SVSU, Dow Corning Foundation STEM program rewards Kingston teacher's eye for the future
“Robots shall inherit the classroom” reads the tagline on Matt Ferguson’s Kingston High School-based webpage featuring his Robotics course’s trials and tribulations.
An SVSU-led community health clinic offers hope for opioid addicts
Theo Hoxie was 15 the first time he stole morphine from his cancer-stricken mother’s medicine cabinet. Using a syringe lifted from a friend’s father, he injected the drug into a vein and felt the weight of the world lift from his shoulders.
How an SVSU grad and (wo)man's best friend changed the lives of wounded warriors
A specially-trained hearing dog, Aura acts as the ears for SVSU alumna Gretchen Evans, an Army veteran wounded in Afghanistan in 2006.
After wife's death, SVSU faculty member discovers therapy for despair
Brian and his boys were lost in the weeks following her death. During that period, he often thought to himself, “Others have been through this — so shouldn’t we make it through OK?”
Optimistic Club spreads positivity at SVSU
Along with the anxieties of the world outside of campus, stress can lead some college students to see the glass as half-empty. Members of SVSU’s Optimistic Club, however, hope to fill those metaphorical glasses to the top.
FIRST Robotics student enjoys competition at SVSU, her future college home
The Algonac High School senior is among the nearly 5,000 high school students attending the statewide FIRST Robotics competition hosted by Saginaw Valley State University this week.
SVSU business students organize anniversary dinner for Vietnam Vets
Four Saginaw Valley State University students are hosting a dinner to recognize local Vietnam veterans for their military service. The event will take place Friday, April 7 at the Kochville Township Veterans Hall from 5-7 p.m.
FIRST Robotics, Cardinal Formula Racing provide foundation for business started by SVSU mechanical engineering alum
As the founder and president of a design and engineering company, Nevin Steinbrink appreciates the opportunity to build things. He also appreciates the things that built him.
SVSU and Saginaw's Counter Cruise team up for food drive doubling as bicycle ride
A group of Saginaw Valley State University students will collaborate with a local bicycle-riding organization for a community-minded cause.
SVSU to host sold-out employment fair Friday
Saginaw Valley State University will host more than 150 employers during its spring university-wide employment fair Friday, March 31. The event, which will run from noon to 3 p.m., will be in the Curtiss Hall banquet and seminar rooms.
SVSU students to honor military veterans at Loons opener
Saginaw Valley State University business students are organizing an event in the spirit of service. Home Runs for Heroes will honor local military veterans in partnership with the Great Lakes Loons Thursday, April 6 for the team’s home opener at 6:05 p.m. at Dow Diamond.
SVSU Alternative Breaks sends students to volunteer at seven locations across U.S.
Seventy-seven Saginaw Valley State University students are spending their spring break traveling to seven states in order to lend a helping hand as part of the Alternative Breaks program.
SVSU student’s servant leadership results in Emerging Leader award from YWCA
Saginaw Valley State University student Rebecca “Becks” Meredith has been selected by the YWCA Great Lakes Bay Region to receive an Emerging Leader award for her enthusiastic service on campus and in the community.
SVSU partners with United Way of Midland County to research food needs
Saginaw Valley State University is providing expertise to a community-oriented research project aimed at improving access to food for low-income households.
SVSU honored by Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce for community engagement
Saginaw Valley State University received the Corporate Community Service Award from the Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce Saturday, Feb. 11.
SVSU students empowered to explore journeys of expression through Odyssey
Aiming to shine a spotlight on millennial voices, Odyssey gives student writers a platform to discuss what matters most to them.
SVSU honors proud alumni
Saginaw Valley State University recognized seven of its graduates and one future graduate who are excelling in their careers and improving their communities at its annual Alumni Celebration Friday, Oct.28. Five alumni were honored with the 2016 Distinguished Alumni Award, the highest award presented by the SVSU Alumni Association. In addition, the Young Alumni, Veteran Alumni and Future Alumni awards were bestowed.
SVSU students support Hidden Harvest to the tune of $26K during Battle of the Valleys
Saginaw Valley State University students showed their passion to help their community. The streak continues.
SVSU welcomes Bad Axe, Merrill students for writing workshop
Saginaw Valley State University student tutors demonstrated dedication to support aspiring writers during a creative writing workshop for 12 students for students from Bad Axe and Merrill high schools Friday, Oct. 28.
SVSU students ‘battle’ to raise funds to help the hungry
Samantha McKenzie’s earliest memories include helping her grandmother deliver food from their Kingston church to elderly parishioners who weren’t able to attend Sunday services.
SVSU serves as steward to 19th century photos important to histories of Saginaw, black Americans, and photography itself
Wallace and William Goodridge are not alive now, to say the least. They died more than a century ago. Yet the nearly 140-year-old photograph that froze their moment in time together in 1879 breathes with life today in SVSU's archives.
Writer Samrat Upadhyay to speak at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting award-winning author Samrat Upadhyay for this year's Visiting Scholars and Artists Series. His lecture titled “Celebrating Gratitude: An Ode to the Forces that Make a Writer,” will be presented Thursday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The event is free and open to the public.
ROSE BUTTERFLY: The fall and rise of Jaeleen Davis
Disease wrecked her childhood and tragedy nearly ended her life as an adult this summer, but for SVSU student Jaeleen Davis, adversity is a cue to spread her wings.
SVSU to host Advocates for Latino Student Advancement Conference
Saginaw Valley State University will host some 500 high school students from across Michigan for the 14th annual Advocates for Latino Student Advancement in Michigan Education (ALSAME) Conference Friday, Oct. 21. The event will be held in SVSU’s Ryder Center and Curtiss Hall; it runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saginaw NAACP honors SVSU alumni, faculty, staff
The Saginaw branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People honored several members of Saginaw Valley State University’s faculty, staff and alumni.
SVSU lecture series lineup includes Supreme Court politics, future of science
Saginaw Valley State University is hosting several thought-provoking speakers for this year's Visiting Scholars and Artists Series. The series will run during both the fall and winter semesters and is part of SVSU’s community-minded mission to bring leading scholars to campus and share their insights with residents of the Great Lakes Bay Region.
SVSU leaders heading to Atlanta hoping for national awards
Saginaw Valley State University student leaders hope a big presence translates into big awards at the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) Network Convention in Atlanta this week.
Bullock Creek teacher combines seat belt safety and STEM learning, thanks to SVSU & Dow Corning
Teacher Erin Martin decorates the walls of her Bullock Creek High School classroom with pop culture science flair.
Bay City Western students analyze sports physics through SVSU, Dow Corning Foundation initiative
Jarret Deming is a natural with a tennis racquet in his grip. Until recently, he never considered how it could empower him to better understand physics.
SVSU students to partner with Hidden Harvest for 2016 ‘Battle of the Valleys’
Saginaw Valley State University's Student Association has selected its charitable partner for the 14th annual “Battle of the Valleys” fundraising competition. SVSU students will raise funds for Hidden Harvest when they compete against their rivals from Grand Valley State University during the week-long challenge this coming fall.
SVSU announces new scholarship for Saginaw Promise students
Saginaw Valley State University has established a new scholarship to provide additional financial support for students who reside within the Saginaw Promise zone. The Saginaw Urban and Civic Partnership Scholarship will provide up to $3,000 annually for up to 10 students who meet the criteria and attend SVSU. The scholarships are renewable for up to four years.
SVSU students to present "Saginaw Revitalization: Drawing on Our Different Strengths"
SVSU students to present "Saginaw Revitalization: Drawing on Our Different Strengths"
Thursday, April 21, 5:30 to 8 p.m.
Dow Event Center, downtown Saginaw
SVSU honors ‘Heroes in Education’ for K-12 schools
Saginaw Valley State University recognized six outstanding K-12 employees during SVSU’s first-ever Heroes in Education awards ceremony April 13.
SVSU free youth sports clinics receive boost from Michigan Baseball Foundation grant
Saginaw Valley State University will be able to supply new equipment to youths who participate in SVSU’s free, year-round athletics camps, thanks to a Michigan Baseball Foundation grant.
SVSU students honored for outstanding innovation in community impact
Saginaw Valley State University students have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to supporting charities in the Great Lakes Bay Region through the annual Battle of the Valleys fundraising competition.
SVSU students to team up with AmeriCorps for service project in Midland
Students in Saginaw Valley State University’s Roberts Fellowship are devoting a Saturday to improving a community facility.
SVSU to show new PBS film searching for 'The Head of Joaquin Murrieta'
Saginaw Valley State University will show filmmaker John J. Valadez' new PBS documentary, "The Head of Joaquin Murrieta," Friday, April 22, at 6:30 p.m. in Wickes 115.
SVSU students receive statewide honors for community service
Saginaw Valley State University students Mallory Rivard and Natalie Schneider were honored for their community-minded actions during the Michigan Campus Compact Awards Gala in East Lansing Thursday, April 7. Each received a Commitment to Service award for her extensive community involvement.
SVSU honors service and dedication at awards banquet
Saginaw Valley State University honored one of Saginaw’s leading community servants, as well as faculty and staff who display extraordinary enthusiasm and dedication, during SVSU's All -University Awards Banquet Friday, April 8.
Historian to talk race, gender, ghosts during SVSU seminar
An award-winning author and historian will discuss her study of race and gender in southern ghost tours during a Saginaw Valley State University event.
Islamic scholar to speak at SVSU for Akbar Lecture
Saginaw Valley State University will host speaker Ingrid Mattson for a presentation, “Qur'an: Text, Context, and Tradition” Thursday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. She is visiting for SVSU’s Dr. Raana Akbar Memorial Lecture series; the talk is free and open to the public.
SVSU sees growing interest from employers for employment fair
Saginaw Valley State University will host more than 150 employers during its spring university-wide employment fair Friday, April 1.
SVSU to host entrepreneur and author Michael Drew
Entrepreneur and author Michael Drew will speak at Saginaw Valley State University Thursday, March 31, to share his insights on how students can make the most of their college experience.
SVSU to offer writing workshops for Huron County teachers
Saginaw Valley State University's commitment to community engagement will extend into Michigan’s Thumb this summer through a new program to benefit Huron County K-12 teachers hoping to develop as better writing educators.
SVSU offers summer writing workshop for local teachers
Saginaw Valley State University will seek to empower K-12 teachers in the Great Lakes Bay Region to better advocate the joys of writing to their students, thanks to a generous gift that will support a week-long writing workshop.
SVSU to honor ‘Heroes in Education’
Saginaw Valley State University is seeking nominations for its first “Heroes in Education” event intended to extend SVSU’s community-minded mission and build upon strong partnerships with K-12 schools by honoring outstanding educators.
SVSU names 'Best in Business' awards recipients
Saginaw Valley State University's College of Business & Management recently honored outstanding regional business leaders as well as SVSU students, alumni and faculty as part of the university’s third annual Academia Awards: Best in Business.
SVSU to partner with St. Clair County Community College to expand access to higher education
Saginaw Valley State University and St. Clair County Community College, located in Port Huron, are joining forces to expand opportunity to residents throughout the Thumb and Southeast Michigan.
SVSU community engagement activities earn national recognition
A tradition of involving students in research, fieldwork and service learning has earned Saginaw Valley State University the 2026 Carnegie Community Engagement (CE) Classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and the American Council on Education.
SVSU Board grants tenure to 7 faculty
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control granted tenure to 7 faculty members during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, Feb. 16.
SVSU to celebrate fall 2025 graduates at commencement ceremonies
Over 500 Saginaw Valley State University students are preparing to receive their degrees. SVSU will celebrate the fall 2025 graduates during two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, Dec. 13, in the Ryder Center.
SVSU welcomes 2025-26 Gerstacker Fellowship cohort
Saginaw Valley State University introduced 10 K-12 education leaders from across Michigan as the newest members of the Gerstacker Fellowship Program during the program’s annual symposium at SVSU in November.
SVSU recognized for commitment to Promise students
Saginaw Valley State University has been honored for its commitment to the success of first-generation, first-experience Promise Scholars.
Thompson Working Families Scholarship program creates opportunity for 179 first-generation students at Saginaw Valley State University
Of the nearly 360 students at Saginaw Valley State University selected to participate in the Thompson Working Families Scholarship program, half are first generation college students - among the first in their family to attend college.
SVSU students benefit from donor support
Saginaw Valley State University closed out a strong 2025 fiscal year by raising more than $6 million. Donors to SVSU gave $6,758,247 which represents a 96% increase in giving from fiscal year 2024. The university’s fiscal year runs from July 1-June 30.
SVSU reports enrollment growth
Saginaw Valley State University saw an increase in the number of students enrolled this fall. There are 6,906 students taking classes for the fall 2025 semester, compared to 6,822 a year ago.
SVSU, STARS offer free rides to students, faculty, staff
Saginaw Valley State University and STARS, Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services, are partnering to improve transportation access for SVSU students, faculty and staff. Beginning October 1, passengers holding an SVSU ID card can access STARS fixed route services at no charge.
SVSU welcomes 2 new Board appointments
Governor Gretchen Whitmer appointed two new members to the SVSU Board of Control today: Shaun Johnson and Dr. Debasish Mridha. Each has strong ties to the university.
Four incoming SVSU students to benefit from Wildfire Credit Union scholarship
Four incoming freshmen at Saginaw Valley State University have been named the first recipients of the Wildfire First Time in College Scholarship. Each student will receive $6,250 per year for up to four years, totaling $25,000 in scholarship support.
SVSU prepares for additional student housing
Saginaw Valley State University today held a ceremonial groundbreaking for four new housing buildings in the University Village complex. Construction is expected to be completed by August 2026.
SVSU Board approves block tuition structure
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control authorized the adoption of a block tuition structure as part of its approval of the general fund operating budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year at its Monday, June 16 regular meeting.
SVSU cheer reaches new heights at NCA nationals
The Saginaw Valley cheer team made program history, earning a second-place finish in the D2 Intermediate Small Coed Division at the 2025 NCA College Nationals, stepping up from their third-place finish in the same category in 2024. The 2025 competition was held April 9-13 in Daytona Beach, Florida. This is the highest finish for SVSU since the program began competing at nationals seven years ago.
SVSU selects music professor and faculty leader as dean of the College of Arts & Behavioral Sciences
Saginaw Valley State University has appointed Brandon Haskett to serve as dean of the College of Arts and Behavioral Sciences, effective July 1.
SVSU, Mary Free Bed partnership expands educational opportunities for Mary Free Bed employees
Saginaw Valley State University and Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital have forged a partnership to strengthen the talent pool in Michigan.
Award-winning superintendent named co-director of Gerstacker Fellowship
The 2025 Michigan Superintendent of the Year has joined Saginaw Valley State University. Matthew Schmidt, superintendent of Bangor Township Schools, has been named co-director of the Gerstacker Fellowship Program, a selective leadership development program for premier teachers and administrators throughout Michigan. Schmidt’s appointment began April 1.
SVSU’s annual fundraising event smashes goal
Friends, employees and alumni of Saginaw Valley State University came through in record-breaking fashion by generously giving nearly $200,000 during Oppor2nity Days 2025, smashing its goal of raising $100,000 and setting a new Oppor2nity Days fundraising record.
Delta, SVSU get NARCAN® distribution boxes
Lifesaving treatment for opioid overdose is now available on the main campuses of Delta College and Saginaw Valley State University as well as at SVSU’s Riverfront Center in downtown Saginaw thanks to a collaboration between the two institutions and Face Addiction Now (FAN), formerly Families Against Narcotics.
SVSU Board approves housing and dining rates
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control passed housing and dining rates for the 2025-26 fiscal year during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, Dec. 13. The new auxiliary fund budget includes a simplification and standardization of rates for students living on campus next year.
SVSU recognized for standout student voter engagement
Saginaw Valley State University has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge as a 2024 ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting.
SVSU, Saginaw ISD partner to boost educational opportunities for ISD employees
With an eye toward easing teacher shortages and enhancing the educational horizons and opportunities for employees of the Saginaw Intermediate School District (ISD), the ISD and Saginaw Valley State University have forged a partnership that will ease the financial burden for ISD employees attending SVSU.
SVSU hires Michigan native Boehm as next provost
Saginaw Valley State University has hired a noted historian, author, and academic leader to serve as its next provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. Lisa Krissoff Boehm will join SVSU in January 2025.
SVSU, Scheurer Health partner to increase educational opportunities for Scheurer employees
Saginaw Valley State University continues to strengthen the talent pool in Michigan and has established a partnership with Scheurer Health in Michigan’s Thumb that will provide higher education opportunities to employees of the hospital.
SVSU Board Approves New Housing, Adding Women’s Flag Football Team
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved constructing new student housing and adding a new intercollegiate sport, women’s flag football, during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, Oct. 28.
SVSU receives award for innovation in supporting military affiliated students
SVSU continues to earn recognition for its commitment to military-affiliated students. Recently, the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency awarded SVSU its new Education Innovator Award in recognition of the university’s deferred payment plan for eligible military students.
SVSU associate dean to publish novel
Carlos Ramet, associate dean of SVSU’s College of Arts and Behavioral Sciences, will publish his first novel on Tuesday, Sept. 24. “The Quiet Limit of the World” will be released by RIZE Press, which specializes in publishing works by minority writers.
SVSU recognized as ‘2024 Great College to Work For’
For the 9th time, Saginaw Valley State University has been named a Great College to Work For®. The 2024 recognition places the university in good company; 75 colleges and universities have earned the Great College to Work For designation this year. Recognized institutions were officially announced in a special insert in today’s (Sept. 20) issue of “The Chronicle of Higher Education.” Recognized schools are also listed at GreatCollegesList.com on the GreatCollegesProgram.com website.
SVSU sees increases in incoming freshmen and new transfers for the 2024-25 academic year
More new students are attending Saginaw Valley State University this fall, relative to recent prior years.
SVSU continues streak as Great College to Work For
Saginaw Valley State University has been named a Great Colleges to Work For® for 2023, one of 72 institutions across the United States to earn this recognition. It is the eighth consecutive year the university has received this distinction.
SVSU recognized for excellence in student voter registration and turnout during the 2022 midterm elections
ALL IN Awards Day honored Saginaw Valley State University for excellence in nonpartisan student voter engagement and campus turnout in the 2022 midterm elections
Delta and SVSU sign cooperative partnership agreement
Delta College and Saginaw Valley State University have entered into a new partnership agreement that will streamline pathways for Delta students to complete an associate’s degree and then transfer to Saginaw Valley State University to complete their bachelor’s degree.
SVSU hires fundraising leader as new vice president for development
Saginaw Valley State University has announced that Brian Brunner will join the university as its inaugural vice president for development, following a national search.
Nearly 900 SVSU students to participate in commencement
Saginaw Valley State University will hold commencement exercises on Saturday, May 11, at 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
SVSU raises $129,000 for student retention, completion
Over two days, Saginaw Valley State University alumni, community supporters and organizations demonstrated their support of Saginaw Valley State University students, contributing $129,040 to help students stay in college or return after a break to complete their degrees.
SVSU honors community supporters, outstanding faculty and staff
Saginaw Valley State University honored a founding board member as well as outstanding faculty and staff during the university’s 32nd All-University Awards Banquet Friday, March 15.
SVSU hires Noel Hornbacher to serve as VP for Administration and Business Affairs
Saginaw Valley State University has hired Noel Hornbacher to lead the university’s financial operations as vice president for Administration and Business Affairs. He joins SVSU following a national search and will begin his duties on January 30.
Two alumni appointed to SVSU Board of Control
Saginaw Valley State University welcomes two new members to its governing board. Today, Thursday, Jan. 4, Gov. Whitmer announced the appointments of Ron Bacon, of East Lansing, and Heather Gallegos, of Essexville, to the SVSU Board of Control. Their terms begin today and expire July 21, 2031. They replace Bhushan Kulkarni and Vicki Rupp, whose terms expired in July.
Season's Greetings From President and Mrs. Grant
As we prepare for our winter break, President and Mrs. Grant wish everyone a joyous holiday season.
Karen S. Carter, Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics business president to deliver commencement address to SVSU graduating class
Karen S. Carter, president of Dow’s Packaging & Specialty Plastics (P&SP) business operating segment, has been selected to address Saginaw Valley State University’s graduating class during two commencement ceremonies on Saturday, Dec. 16.
SVSU receives six-figure gift to boost scholarship support
A six-figure gift from the estate of a former Saginaw Valley State University employee will benefit SVSU students who are current or past members of SVSU’s Support Staff Association or their children or grandchildren.
SVSU ranks as a “Best for Vets” college for 10th consecutive year
Military-affiliated students find a helpful and welcoming environment at Saginaw Valley State University, and that has led to the university being recognized on the Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges list for the 10th consecutive year.
Enrollment leader Ken Fettig joins SVSU as new vice president
Saginaw Valley State University has concluded a national search for vice president of enrollment management by selecting Ken Fetting to serve in the role.
SVSU hires John Lewandowski to serve as AD
Saginaw Valley State University has selected John Lewandowski to join the university as its next director of athletics, following a national search.
SVSU community celebrates Hispanic Heritage
Saginaw Valley State University students are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with a variety of events and activities. Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15-October 15, celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
SVSU captures top spot among for dorms for 5th time
The nation’s best public college dorms are at Saginaw Valley State University. For the fifth straight year, SVSU residence halls have been named No. 1 among the nation’s four-year public universities on the Niche list of best dorms in America for 2024. The university’s dorms are ranked No. 3 in the nation among all colleges and universities, public and private.
SVSU installs President George Grant Jr in iconic ceremony
George Grant Jr. was formally installed as the fifth president of Saginaw Valley State University during an investiture ceremony today, Tuesday, September 26, at 10:30 a.m. in the Malcom Field Theatre for Performing Arts. Grant assumed the office of president on Jan. 1.
SVSU Board approves seeking liquor license for athletic venues
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved granting the university the ability to seek a license to sell alcohol at SVSU athletic venues, during a special meeting of the Board on Monday, September 25.
McLaren Health Care, Saginaw Valley State University partnership provides opportunities, discounted tuition for employees
McLaren Health Care, the three-state, fully integrated health care system, has announced a partnership with Saginaw Valley State University that will provide all qualified employees wishing to further their education with a 30 percent discount on tuition and all associated fees for in-person and online courses through the university, located less than 10 miles from McLaren Bay Region hospital in Bay City.
SVSU-Covenant tuition agreement aims to boost educational opportunities for Covenant employees
In a move that builds on their longstanding collaboration, Saginaw Valley State University and Covenant HealthCare have forged a partnership aimed at providing higher education opportunities for the employees of Covenant HealthCare and bolstering the talent pool in the Great Lakes Bay Region and other communities Covenant serves.
SVSU grants early acceptance to Cesar Chavez Academy 8th grade graduates
When the 8th grade class of Cesar Chavez Academy in Detroit graduates today, they will receive a gift designed to put them farther along the path for success: early admission to Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU Board approves tuition increase
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved increasing tuition to $408 per credit hour during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, June 19.
SVSU honors community supporters, outstanding faculty and staff
Saginaw Valley State University honored two longtime supporters as well as outstanding faculty and staff during the university’s 32nd All-University Awards Banquet Friday, April 21.
SVSU earns Silver status as a 2023-2024 Military Friendly® School
Thanks to its commitment to and support of military-affiliated students, Saginaw Valley State University has earned Silver status as a Military Friendly® School for the 2023-2024 cycle.
SVSU professionals and students honored for creativity
Saginaw Valley State University staff and students were recently honored for their creative work in the marketing and advertising arena, winning 14 ADDY Awards in the American Advertising Federation (AAF) Great Lakes Bay’s annual American Advertising Award competition.
SVSU professor receives national recognition for contributions to teacher education
A Saginaw Valley State University professor has gained national recognition for her commitment to educating future teachers.
SVSU recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Scholars, enriching student learning
Saginaw Valley State University has earned national recognition for its leadership in international and intercultural education. The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs named has named SVSU a Fulbright Top Producing Institution for U.S. Scholars. This recognition is given to the U.S. colleges and universities that received the highest number of applicants selected for the 2022-23 Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program.
SVSU Board approves naming rights deal with Covenant for Athletic Training rooms
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control has approved a sponsorship agreement with Covenant HealthCare to name the university’s athletic training rooms for student-athletes in the Ryder Center as the Covenant HealthCare Cardinal Care Center. The Board took action during its regular meeting Monday, Feb. 13.
SVSU art professor receives ‘Distinguished Servant of Public Education award from MEA
Saginaw Valley State University professor of art J. Blake Johnson was selected for the 2023 MEA Distinguished Servant of Public Education Award. The award honors an individual who positively promotes public education – at any level – through union activity, political action and/or community advocacy. Blake received the award at the Human Rights and Excellence Awards Luncheon at the MEA Winter Conference on Feb. 2.
SVSU President Donald Bachand to preside over his final commencement
When he addresses Saginaw Valley State University’s latest graduates on Friday, Dec.16, it will be one of Don Bachand’s last official acts as president of the university he has served for more than 40 years, the last eight as president.
SVSU sees enrollment growth in teacher certification students and highest GPA for incoming freshmen
Saginaw Valley State University is seeing gains in the number of students pursuing teacher certification at the university for the fall 2022 semester. In addition, SVSU’s award-winning residence halls are completely filled, as student interest in living on campus has rebounded.
SVSU earns “best dorm” ranking in Niche’s 2023 ratings;
Fourth consecutive year as No. 1 among all public universities in the U.S.
Saginaw Valley State University has ranked No. 1 among all 4-year public universities on the 2023 Niche list of best dorms in America. This is the fourth consecutive year SVSU residence halls have claimed the top spot among all public institutions.
SVSU again recognized by national magazine for outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion
Saginaw Valley State University has again garnered recognition for its commitment to diversity and inclusion, receiving the 2022 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education.
SVSU honors 4th president with newly named Bachand Hall
Donald J. Bachand, has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to education, the university, and health and wellbeing throughout his tenure at Saginaw Valley State University, include more than 8 years of service as SVSU’s 4th president.
SVSU’s new Cardinal Closet supports students with free professional attire
Saginaw Valley State University recently celebrated the grand opening of the Cardinal Closet, a new initiative led by the Career Services office that allows students to obtain professional attire at no cost.
SVSU-Bowie State football to play at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10
Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) and Bowie State University (BSU) of the Central Intercollegiate Athletics Association (CIAA) have announced a unique collaboration of common ground that will highlight the history and experience of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).
SVSU welcomes students back to campus
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome new students to its award-winning residence halls on Wednesday, August 24.
SVSU boosts talent pipeline through career fairs
Saginaw Valley State University is committed to improving the talent pipeline for employers in the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond. As part of this effort, SVSU’s Office of Career Services is planning to host seven employment fairs during the 2022-2023 academic year.
Past colleagues endorse future SVSU president
Those who have worked with incoming SVSU president George Grant Jr. praised his vision, his values and his character, and they have every confidence that he will be effective in his new role.
SVSU Board selects George Grant to serve as 5th president
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control appointed George Grant Jr. to serve as the institution’s fifth president during a special meeting of the Board Tuesday, Aug. 9.
SVSU Board approves modest tuition increase of 3.9 percent
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved a tuition increase that is less than half the current rate of inflation during the Board's regular meeting Monday, June 20.
SVSU supports rural students’ college success and career preparation with $1.2 million federal grant
Saginaw Valley State University has received a major federal grant that will enable the institution to broaden the scope of services it offers rural students and prepare them for careers in Michigan.
SVSU-Wildfire partnership brings financial services, scholarships to campus
Saginaw Valley State University has named Wildfire Credit Union as its financial services partner. Under the agreement, Wildfire will commit $100,000 in scholarships each year as well as other services.
SVSU alumnus makes gift to Athletics in honor of former track and cross country coach Doug Hansen
Saginaw Valley State University today announced the largest donation in the history of its athletic program. The gift of $300,000 was given by Fred Harring ’84, a former Cardinal track and cross-country runner, to honor his coach, the legendary Dr. Douglas Hansen, and support current and future student-athletes in those programs.
SVSU to celebrate opening of Riverfront Saginaw Center with ribbon cutting
Saginaw Valley State University leaders, public officials and others will cut the ribbon on SVSU’s Riverfront Saginaw Center site on Friday, May 13, marking the culmination of years of university planning to expand community outreach.
SVSU Board approves investments to nursing simulation and advanced automation lab
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved spending up to $2 million to fund enhancements to the university’s nursing simulation center and its advanced automation and technology laboratory during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, May 6.
SVSU anticipates joyous commencement ceremonies
When Alejandra Fulgencio participates in one of two commencement ceremonies at Saginaw Valley State University on Friday, May 6, she will join the ranks of Cardinal alumni that include her mother and sister.
SVSU’s chief diversity officer receives national award
Mamie T. Thorns, associate vice president and chief diversity officer for diversity, equity and inclusion at Saginaw Valley State University has been honored with the 2022 Dr. Frank Hale, Jr. Award from the National Association of Diversity Officers in Higher Education.
SVSU recognized as Military Friendly School, GOLD status
For the 11th year, Saginaw Valley State University has been recognized as a Military Friendly® School. The latest honor, for the 2022-23 cycle, comes with an upgrade: SVSU has achieved Gold status for the first time. Only a select group of institutions earn this prestigious honor.
SVSU day of giving generates over $102,000 for scholarships and more
Thanks to an outpouring of support from alumni and friends of Saginaw Valley State University, the university will be able to offer scholarships to students who face financial hurdles to completing their degrees.
Runner-up in 2020 displays determination to win SVSU public speaking contest
Saginaw Valley State University student Evangeline Cruz placed second in the 2020 Sims Public Speaking Contest. She learned from experience and returned to win the 2021 competition with a presentation about discrimination against transgender athletes.
President Bachand announces plan to retire from SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University President Don Bachand announced his intent to retire from SVSU in December of 2022, concluding more than 40 years of service to the university.
SVSU to host Veterans Day celebration
Saginaw Valley State University will host its Veterans Day Celebration on Thursday, Nov. 11, from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the SVSU Thompson Student Activity Room.
SVSU brings cultures together for 23rd International Food Festival
Saginaw Valley State University’s dining hall will turn into a melting pot of delicious dishes from various countries during the 23rd annual International Food Festival.
Saginaw Valley State University Professor Receives Distinguished Professor of the Year Award
Saginaw Valley State University Professor Joseph Ofori-Dankwa was recognized as one of the state’s three recipients of the 2020 Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year Award by the Michigan Association of State Universities.
JuJuan Cook: SVSU Nursing Student Determined to Make a Difference
With health care careers receiving more attention than ever, society sees the critical role of nurses, especially hardworking and compassionate nurses like JaJuan Cook.
SVSU students elect 2021 Homecoming royalty
Students at Saginaw Valley State University have selected three of their peers to reign as the 2021 Homecoming royalty.
Veterans agency recognizes SVSU
For the seventh consecutive year, the Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency (MVAA) has recognized Saginaw Valley State University as a Veteran-Friendly School for the 2021-2022 academic year.
SVSU named Great College to Work For, 6th consecutive year for workplace recognition
Through a collective commitment to supporting one another and overcoming challenging circumstances, Saginaw Valley State University earned designation as one of the 2021 Great Colleges to Work For®. It is the sixth consecutive year the university has received this recognition.
SVSU cheer team on top at NCA camp competition
One of Saginaw Valley State University’s club sports teams has something to cheer about.
SVSU earns "best dorms" ranking again
Saginaw Valley State University has once again earned the title of "best dorms" in the nation among public universities.
SVSU offers incentives for students vaccinated against COVID-19
Saginaw Valley State University students who submit their proof of vaccination against COVID-19 can win $1,000 scholarships and other incentives.
SVSU hires new dean of College of Health & Human Services
Saginaw Valley State University has hired a leader with experience as an epidemiologist, researcher and community health specialist to serve as the new dean of the institution’s Crystal M. Lange College of Health & Human Services.
SVSU hires new dean for business school
Saginaw Valley State University has hired an experienced leader in business education to serve as the new dean of the institution’s Scott L. Carmona College of Business.
Jayati Ghosh will head SVSU’s business school after devoting more than two decades to a career in higher education, most recently at Widener University in Chester, Pennsylvania.
Ghosh said she was excited for the opportunity to join an institution with SVSU’s strong ranking among top business schools worldwide.
SVSU Board approves granting degrees in advance of outdoor Commencement ceremonies
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved granting undergraduate and graduate degrees during the Board’s regular meeting Thursday, May 6. More than 1,000 students are expected to complete degree requirements.
SVSU graduates to celebrate Commencement in person Friday; first outdoor ceremonies to be held in Wickes Stadium
More than 700 SVSU graduates have registered to participate in Saginaw Valley State University’s three outdoor commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 7. The ceremonies, SVSU’s first-ever outdoor commencement celebrations, will be held in the Harvey Randall Wickes Memorial Stadium. Relocating the ceremonies outdoors provide a safer venue and allows more people to participate in person.
SVSU Department of Nursing recognizes excellence in nursing
The SVSU Department of Nursing has recognized several area registered nurses and three nursing units for their contributions to the regional community and extraordinary dedication to public health over the past year. Recipients of the 2021 Carleen K. Moore Nursing Excellence Award are:
SVSU receives largest single gift – $6 million – to support Thompson Working Families scholarships
SVSU is receiving an additional gift of $6 million to support Robert & Ellen Thompson Working Families Scholarships. This generous gift from Bob and Ellen Thompson is intended for immediate use and is the largest single gift in university history.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Townhall set for April 23
A virtual townhall featuring the “Diversity, Inclusion & Equity at SVSU Annual Report and Celebration” will take place Friday, April 23 from 9 to 11 a.m. The purpose of the meeting is to showcase each DE&I committee and the work that has been accomplished since September.
SVSU set to host in-person, outdoor commencement ceremonies for May 2021 graduates
Saginaw Valley State University will provide an opportunity for its May 2021 graduates to participate in commencement exercises and celebrate their achievements in three outdoor ceremonies planned for Friday, May 7, in the university’s Wickes Memorial Stadium.
SVSU Recognizes Women’s History Month
In observance of Women’s History Month, several SVSU faculty and staff members have shared their experiences as women, what Women’s History Month means to them, and what advice they would share with young women.
SVSU to Offer Free Tuition to Qualifying Students in Michigan
Saginaw Valley State University is expanding its longstanding dedication to making a first-class college education accessible to Michigan families by offering free tuition to qualified students throughout Michigan. A new initiative known as the SVSU Cardinal Commitment will remove barriers to higher education for many students, starting with the fall 2021 semester.
SVSU establishes, hires director for new on-campus mental health & wellness center
Saginaw Valley State University is responding to the growing demand for mental health services by building a new model to serve its campus community.
Dedicated SVSU Theatre Professor Earns Prestigious National Honor for Teaching
Peggy Mead-Finizio, assistant professor of theatre at Saginaw Valley State University, is this year's recipient of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) Innovative Teacher award.
SVSU Board grants degrees to 550 students who persevered to complete their studies
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control granted graduate and undergraduate degrees during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, Dec. 18. Around 550 students have completed degree requirements despite disruptions arising from the coronavirus pandemic.
SVSU Board grants degrees to 550 students who persevered to complete their studies
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control granted graduate and undergraduate degrees during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, Dec. 18.
SVSU Board approves 3-year contract with Faculty Association
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the SVSU Faculty Association (MEA/NEA) during a special meeting of the Board Monday, Nov. 30.
Statement Regarding Nov 12 Public Safety Emergency
Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) Police were alerted to a report of an SVSU employee threatening self-harm on Thursday, November 12. University Police contacted the individual on campus just before 8 p.m. SVSU immediately alerted the campus community.
SVSU student-led fundraiser raises over $18K for Bay Area Women's Center
Overcoming logistical challenges presented by the pandemic, Saginaw Valley State University students worked hard to support a regional nonprofit, raising $18,573.46 to help the organization bolster its services preventing domestic violence and sexual assault.
Meijer teams up with SVSU to offer flu vaccinations for campus community
To promote community health, Saginaw Valley State University this week is partnering with Meijer to offer flu vaccinations to students, faculty and staff at SVSU. The 3-day program began Monday and concludes Wednesday.
SVSU-based Michigan Small Business Development Center gets CARES Act boost to help region's economy
Great Lakes Bay Region communities will be among 83 Michigan counties where small business owners challenged by the pandemic will benefit from expanded support offered by the Michigan Small Business Development Center (SBDC), which operates a regional office at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU launches contact tracer program on eve of fall semester; local health care agencies provide support
When Moregan LaMarr recently began her role as a contact tracer searching for potential cases of COVID-19 at Saginaw Valley State University, she was motivated by her determination to provide a strong support system and sympathetic ear to a community she knows well. LaMarr, after all, is a two-time SVSU graduate, having earned her master’s degree in social work only last year.
Partnership expands Covenant HealthCare’s support for SVSU as fall semester nears
Saginaw Valley State University’s commitment to providing students a safe return to campus next month is bolstered by the institution’s strengthened partnership with Covenant HealthCare.
SVSU NEST Ambassador profile: Lauren Steen
Over the next few days, 100 enthusiastic students will begin orientation training in their roles as NEST Ambassadors. These individuals will assist with keeping the community healthy and safe, serving in one of three specialty areas: Student Experience, Information Technology, and Health and Wellness.
SVSU establishes phone line to answer student, parent questions about return to classes in fall
Saginaw Valley State University officials continue to add services aimed at strengthening a safe campus environment ahead of students’ return to campus next month.
As fall semester approaches, SVSU reimagines campus spaces to address safety during pandemic
Since in-person classes were suspended in March, Ron Portwine has remained one of the few members of Saginaw Valley State University’s staff working at the campus. There – like so many higher education institutions in the nation that shifted the college experience to online and virtual environments in response to the pandemic – the vibrancy of student life at SVSU’s admired facilities was replaced by empty hallways and vacant classrooms.
SVSU police officer earns national award for response to 2019 shooting of Saginaw Township officer
A Saginaw Valley State University police officer’s quick response to a fellow law enforcer’s need for help earned him national recognition this week.
SVSU fall semester to finish through online/remote instruction
The final two weeks of the fall semester at Saginaw Valley State University will be conducted through online and remote instruction, so that students do not need to return to campus after Thanksgiving break.
After pandemic cancels signature event, SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing revs up for 2021 ... and maybe 2022
For more than two decades, Saginaw Valley State University’s Cardinal Formula Racing team built a reputation for engineering some of the fastest vehicles in the international college competition circuit. Even as the competition’s talent pool deepened, the team’s Indy-style vehicles blew past peers from multiple hemispheres. After a global pandemic spoiled the hard work of the last 12 months for the team, members say the next 12 months will present a new kind of challenge that will reveal as much
SVSU announces Cardinal 'NEST' plan with New Expectations for a Safer Tomorrow
SVSU planning for safe return to campus for fall 2020 semester
SVSU Board approves new environmental science program, and confers degrees, including 400 headed to ‘front line’ professions
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved a new bachelor’s degree program in environmental science and conferred degrees to a graduating class that includes many individuals pursuing careers in professions on the front lines of protecting communities. The Board’s regular meeting was conducted via a live video conference available to the public Friday, May 8.
SVSU planning tuition freeze for 2020-21
Saginaw Valley State University President Donald Bachand announced plans to freeze tuition for the upcoming academic year in a message to the campus community Friday, May 1.
SVSU students to raise Relay For Life funds via Facebook event
Saginaw Valley State University students are determined to not allow one health crisis to disrupt their fight to end another health crisis.
Retiring leader leaves SVSU program in strong position to support regional businesses challenged by pandemic
As its leadership changes hands, a Saginaw Valley State University entrepreneurship-supporting program will continue its momentum at a time when the business community needs it most, officials say.
With demand boosted by COVID-19, SVSU Master of Public Health program educators to host informational sessions online
Public health professionals are on the front lines of battling COVID-19 pandemic, and Saginaw Valley State University educators anticipate both demand and interest in public health professions will skyrocket in the coming years. Responding to the call for that demand and interest, SVSU is hosting two online-based informational sessions this month for individuals interested in enrolling in the university's Master of Public Health program, which is taught online.
Provost offers more details regarding spring semester course offerings
In order to ensure that you can continue your education through this crisis, we have made the decision to offer courses only online for the spring semester. Fieldwork courses remain on the schedule, however, please check with your academic department as fieldwork is subject to agency, state and federal policies during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Waiting out COVID-19, Facebook group harmonizes SVSU music community
For Norman Wika and Saginaw Valley State University's music community, nothing can stop the music.
Provost offers more details regarding Pass / No Credit
SVSU recently announced that undergraduate students would be given the option of electing a letter grade as usual or a Pass/No Credit option. This message provides details and clarification of this option.
SVSU response to "Stay Home, Stay Safe" executive order
In light of Governor Whitmer’s executive order to “stay home, stay safe” through Monday, April 13, we are moving forward with plans to further reduce the number of staff reporting to campus, while maintaining University operations. Classes are continuing in the remote/online formats begun last week.
SVSU coronavirus campus update concerning pass / no credit option for students
Students will be able to select the “Pass” or “No-credit” option for any of your courses beginning in mid-April until after final grades are submitted, when the letter grade for the course is known.
SVSU coronavirus campus update and transition to remote operations
SVSU made the transition to remote and online instruction on Monday, and starting tomorrow, most campus operations will be conducted online, by phone, or using other technology. Faculty and staff will continue to perform their duties with the expectation of continued remote and online operations through Friday, May 1, but this is subject to change, given the rapidly evolving nature of this situation.
SVSU coronavirus update, message from Provost to students
We continue to take steps to ensure campus safety and instructional continuity in the midst of larger societal disruptions. We will continue to provide regular updates to all members of the campus community.
SVSU coronavirus update, message from Provost to faculty
This morning, Governor Whitmer signed an executive order closing many public venues as of 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2020 through March 30, 2020. Most relevant to us are the closing of libraries, museums, fitness centers and dining facilities. SVSU will be in full compliance with this executive order.
SVSU coronavirus update, message from President
University operations are continuing. Some staff will continue to come to campus to perform their duties, and the campus will remain accessible to faculty, staff and students. Some staff may also experience schedule and work assignment changes as we develop operations plans.
SVSU-hosted College Night canceled
The Great Lakes Bay Region College Night set to be hosted at Saginaw Valley State University next week will be canceled in response to the COVID-19 virus outbreak.
SVSU coronavirus update, message from Provost to campus
Our entire university is working diligently to respond to the changing expectations resulting from the COVID-19 virus outbreak.
SVSU coronavirus campus update
In addition to our communication with you earlier today, we have new information to share with you regarding SVSU’s response to the COVID-19 virus outbreak.
SVSU update on coronavirus and large gatherings
Effective immediately, SVSU is canceling all large gatherings of 50 or more people through Sunday, April 19.
SVSU coronavirus update concerning classes
SVSU President addresses the campus community related to the COVID-19 virus.
SVSU updates on coronavirus
SVSU continues to take action in the interest of the health and safety of the campus community related to the COVID-19 virus. We also continue to remind you of precautions you should be taking.
Campus, community to celebrate SVSU’s $25.4M business college expansion opening
“A game changer” expected to boost the region’s business community for generations will be celebrated Monday, Feb. 24, by leaders from across the state during a dedication ceremony for Saginaw Valley State University’s soon-to-open $25.4 million business school expansion.
SVSU Board adds women’s lacrosse as varsity sport, grants tenure to 12 faculty
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved adding women’s lacrosse as a varsity sport, competing in NCAA Division II, during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, Feb. 17.
Community backs SVSU business college expansion, providing $15.6M for fundraising campaign
The business community demonstrated its strong commitment to investing in the Great Lakes Bay Region’s future during a $15.6 million fundraising campaign supporting a building expansion expected to benefit generations of Saginaw Valley State University business students and grow regional businesses.
Grants boost small business-supporting state agency housed in SVSU campus
After recently opening a regional branch on Saginaw Valley State University’s campus, a small business-supporting state agency will receive a boost of its own thanks to $196,000 in grant funding from the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation.
SVSU hires new dean of Education to tackle Michigan’s growing teacher shortage and other challenges
Saginaw Valley State University has hired an experienced educator – with a passion both for preparing the next generation of teachers and developing individuals already leading classrooms – to serve as the new dean of the institution's College of Education.
A 'Hidden Figure' in modern times; NASA leader to keynote regional MLK Jr. event at SVSU
Saginaw Valley State University next month will welcome Ruth D. Jones, a leader with NASA and a trailblazer in her industry, to deliver the keynote address during the 11th annual Great Lakes Bay Regional Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration at the campus.
SVSU Board approves room and board rates, faculty sabbaticals
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved room and board rates for the 2020-21 and 2021-22 academic years during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, Dec. 13.
Community leader, alumnus to serve as SVSU commencement speaker
Saginaw Valley State University graduates will hear from one of the institution’s most generous alumni during December commencement exercises.
SVSU selected to national academy focused on advancing student success
Saginaw Valley State University is home to hard-working students who often overcome challenges in pursuit of their degrees. The university has placed additional emphasis on degree completion by participating in an exclusive program offered by one of the nation’s leading higher education accreditors.
SVSU Board approves renovations to student housing, lease for downtown Saginaw location
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved spending up to $4.6 million to renovate a residence hall and some on-campus apartments during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, Oct. 28.
SVSU students victorious in 'Battle,' raising $20K for Midland nonprofit
The persevering spirit of Saginaw Valley State University students will improve the lives of young people in the Great Lakes Bay Region, as SVSU students insisted on continuing a fundraising tradition, resulting in a donation of at least $20,302 for a Midland-based nonprofit.
Record-high number of SVSU students admitted early to medical school
Saginaw Valley State University students passionate about pursuing health care professions combined their outstanding academic preparation with exemplary community service commitment to be accepted early into medical school. They did so using a program that networks talent from SVSU to other institutions.
SVSU enrollment down, but freshman class up nearly 20 percent over 2017
Saginaw Valley State University saw an overall enrollment decline for the 2019 fall semester, but it enrolled a much larger freshman class than 2016 or 2017, after increasing the number of first-time students by 28% last year.
SVSU is 4 for 4 in being selected as Great College to Work For
Saginaw Valley State University’s welcoming campus atmosphere and empowering environment has resulted in the institution's designation as a "Great College to Work For" for the fourth consecutive year by The Chronicle of Higher Education.
SVSU greenhouse recertified for environmental safety standards
Saginaw Valley State University's commitment to environmental sustainability has been recognized, as SVSU’s Boutell Memorial Greenhouse has been recertified for cropping system through the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development's Michigan Agriculture Environmental Assurance Program (MAEAP).
SVSU hires Midland law enforcement leader as new University Police chief
Saginaw Valley State University has hired Cliff Block to serve as the school’s next police chief, bringing aboard a highly-respected law enforcement leader to help maintain the campus’ secure and friendly atmosphere. With more than a quarter-century of law enforcement experience — ranging from neighborhood patrol duties to statewide leadership positions — Block plans to strengthen the university’s status as a safe campus with a close-knit community feel.
SVSU welcomes 2 new Board appointments: past Lt. Gov. Cherry and alumna Wiener
Governor Whitmer announced the appointment of two new members to the SVSU Board of Control today. Former Lieutenant Governor John Cherry and SVSU alumna Raj Wiener begin their service today.
SVSU rises to the challenge, lands $2.8M grant to tackle life-and-death health concerns in rural Michigan
Determined to be part of the solution for Michigan's opioid epidemic and other health problems plaguing rural Michigan, Saginaw Valley State University sought and secured a $2.8 million federal grant to combat the most pressing health crises in some of the state's most under-served communities.
SVSU Board approves tuition increase of $505
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of control approved a tuition increase of $505 for in-state undergraduate students as part of the 2019-20 general fund operating budget adopted during the Board's regular meeting Monday, June 17.
SVSU community remembers life and legacy of former President Jack Ryder
Family, friends and colleagues recalled how former Saginaw Valley State University President Jack M. Ryder used grit and determination to mold an institution that stands stronger today because of his hard work during a ceremony honoring the late president. Ryder, who led the institution from 1974-89, died in April at the age of 90.
SVSU community to remember its second president, Jack Ryder
Friends, family and former colleagues will pay tribute to the late Jack Ryder, Saginaw Valley State University's president from 1974-89, during a memorial service on campus Tuesday, June 4.
SVSU partnership offers financial help for students who helped Michigan College Access Network
Individuals who have helped high school students in Michigan seek a college education are eligible for reduced costs when enrolling in Saginaw Valley State University's graduate programs.
‘Stubborn’ SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing finishes among top 15 in the world
An unyielding desire to excel by the students on Saginaw Valley State University's Cardinal Formula Racing rocketed the team to a top 15 against the top college and university race teams from around the world.
SVSU Board grants degrees for more than 1,000 graduates
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved granting degrees for nearly 1,100 graduates during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, May 10. SVSU will host Commencement exercises at 7:30 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. Saturday, May 11 in O’Neill Arena.
Consumers Energy CEO to deliver SVSU Commencement address
Saginaw Valley State University graduates will hear from Patti Poppe, president and CEO of Consumers Energy, during Commencement exercises Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11.
SVSU supports professors’ innovation with Dow Teaching Awards
Four Saginaw Valley State University educators will receive funding for their ideas to improve student learning after being selected to receive 2019-20 Dow Professor Teaching Awards from SVSU's Center for Academic Innovation.
SVSU hires Chubb as dean of College of Science, Engineering & Technology
Saginaw Valley State University has hired Andrew Chubb to serve as dean of the College of Science, Engineering & Technology.
SVSU Board approves improvements to Pine Grove apartments
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved spending up to $1.8 million to make improvements and renovations to Pine Grove apartments during the Board’s regular meeting Tuesday, Feb. 18. The on-campus apartments were originally constructed in 1986 and will be modernized as a result of the project.
Grant boosts SVSU efforts to turn military education into college credits for vets
Saginaw Valley State University was one of seven institutions state-wide to receive Military Credit Equivalency grants that will bolster credit transfer programs that empower veterans to complete their education.
SVSU named Military-Friendly University for eighth year
Saginaw Valley State University has earned continued recognition for the committed support it provides to military-affiliated students.
SVSU earns high praise for its fiscal health from top credit rating service
Saginaw Valley State University works hard to maintain a high-quality education at relatively low tuition rates for its students. That commitment recently resulted in a top credit rating service praising SVSU for its fiscal responsibility and strength.
SVSU Board approves faculty sabbaticals, congratulates Student Association
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved 11 faculty sabbaticals during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, Dec. 14.
Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation executive director Velasquez to deliver SVSU commencement address
The executive director of the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation will deliver the keynote address to graduates during commencement exercises at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU serves those who served, again earns ‘Best for Vets’ ranking
Saginaw Valley State University has again been recognized for its support of military-affiliated students, earning a place in the Best for Vets: Colleges 2019 rankings by Military Times.
SVSU Board authorizes extending agreement with Aramark
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control agreed to authorize an extension of the university’s campus dining agreement with Aramark during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, Oct. 22.
Governor appoints Lindsay Eggers to SVSU Board of Control
Governor Rick Snyder appointed Lindsay Eggers of Linwood to the Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control Friday, Oct. 26. She replaces Luis Canales, who resigned from the Board over the summer, due to relocating out of state.
SVSU hosts groundbreaking ceremony to kick off construction of building expansion for business college
Saginaw Valley State University welcomed campus, community and business leaders to celebrate a $25 million construction project that will enhance business research and education, while also supporting the region's business community through state-of-the-art educational resources and strengthened partnerships with local entrepreneurs.
SVSU students elect 2018 Homecoming queen, king
Saginaw Valley State University students elected Kayla Flintoft and Tyler Boylen as the 2018 Homecoming queen and king, respectively.
SVSU-operated health clinic at Bay County Health Department wins statewide award for public health
A primary care health clinic operated jointly by Saginaw Valley State University and the Bay County Health Department has earned a prestigious award from the State of Michigan for its supportive regional services.
SVSU honors late educator Bobby Ann Robinson
With her commitment to community service and willingness to help others, the late Bobby Ann Robinson made a lasting positive impression on colleagues who worked alongside the educator at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU earns national award for commitment to diversity, inclusion
A national publication again has recognized Saginaw Valley State University for its commitment to diversity and inclusion.
SVSU freshman class rises by 28 percent; gains in student retention seen, too
Saginaw Valley State University saw a dramatic increase in the size of its freshman class for the 2018-19 academic year, as the number of first-time students rose by 28 percent over the previous year.
IMLS Announces Grants of $19 Million for U.S. Museums
University Center, Mich. -- The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum at Saginaw Valley State University was awarded a $79,148 Museums for America grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
SVSU appoints John Decker as Director of Athletics
Saginaw Valley State University has appointed John Decker to serve as director of Athletics in a permanent capacity. Decker had been serving as the interim director since January when Mike Watson retired.
SVSU student housing ranked No. 1 in nation among public universities
Saginaw Valley State University has earned the 2019 “best dorms” ranking, thanks to students’ praise for the welcoming environment and outstanding facilities.
SVSU students design new mobile app for Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum has launched a new app designed to allow visitors to tour the galleries and sculpture garden on their smartphones. The free app is available on both iOS and Android via the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. It can be downloaded in advance of a visit or in the gallery on the museum’s free Wi-Fi.
SVSU Board Approves Contract with Support Staff Union
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved a contract with the SVSU Support Staff Association (MEA/NEA) during its regular session Monday, June 18.
SVSU Board approves 2018-19 budget, tuition to rise by $489
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of control approved a tuition increase of $489 for in-state undergraduate students as part of the 2018-19 general fund operating budget adopted during the Board's regular meeting Monday, June 18.
SVSU’s Tapp elected president of the Michigan Association of Colleges for Teacher Education
University Center, MICHIGAN – The Michigan Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (MACTE) has elected Anne Tapp, Ph.D. as president of the Board. She begins her term in June 2018. Tapp, who has served on the MACTE executive board, has worked in education for 27 years. She is currently the assistant dean and professor of Saginaw Valley State University’s College of Education.
SVSU adds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in public health
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved two new degree programs during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, May 11, adding a bachelor’s degree in public health and a master’s degree in public health to the SVSU curriculum.
SVSU honors alumnus, family for lead gift to College of Business campaign
Late nights, early mornings, a determined spirit and a supportive family carried Scott Carmona to success as a businessman starting in the late 1970s. Back then, the Bay City native – who married his wife Nancy at age 19 – was pursuing an education at Saginaw Valley State University, using wages earned operating small business ventures built with sweat equity.
SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing Team overcomes obstacles in advance of international competition
Students on the Saginaw Valley State University Cardinal Formula Racing team have been burning the midnight oil to get their Indy-style race car ready to compete in the Formula Society of Automotive Engineers (FSAE) Collegiate Design Series May 9-12 at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn, Michigan.
SVSU student newspaper a top 3 finalist for best college newspaper award
The hard-working journalists of Saginaw Valley State University’s student newspaper, The Valley Vanguard, have earned high praise for their writing, photography and design, and have been judged to be among the state’s best college newspapers.
SVSU honors teaching, research and contributions to community at awards banquet
Saginaw Valley State University honored one of Saginaw's most active community leaders, as well as faculty and staff who display extraordinary enthusiasm and dedication, during SVSU's All -University Awards Banquet Friday, April 27.
SVSU director of Orientation Programs honored for making new students feel welcome
Providing a friendly, welcoming and confidence-building experience for incoming freshmen is the goal of Rachel Florence-Spaetzel, director of Orientation Programs at Saginaw Valley State University.
Retired judge and alum to address SVSU graduates
The May 2018 graduating class at Saginaw Valley State University will hear from an alumna who enjoyed a distinguished career as a judge and whose captivating personal story is the subject of a recently published memoir. Marilyn E. Atkins will deliver the Commencement address during ceremonies Friday, May 11 and Saturday, May 12.
Future SVSU students enjoy preview of campus life during FIRST Robotics competition
For high school students from outside the Great Lakes Bay Region, the recent FIRST Robotics state championships at Saginaw Valley State University provided a taste of undergraduate life on campus and a greater appreciation for what the region has to offer.
SVSU student named top leader in six-state region for her extraordinary enthusiasm
A Saginaw Valley State University student known across campus for enthusiastically promoting school spirit has earned a coveted honor for her passionate advocacy.
SVSU lifelong learning program receives Outstanding Humanities Organization Award
Saginaw Valley State University's Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) - an enrichment program geared toward individuals age 50 and older - has received the Outstanding Humanities Organization Award from the Delta College Humanities Learning Center in recognition of its humanities-based classes and trips.
SVSU forensics team captures multiple awards at state tournament
The Saginaw Valley State University forensic team continued to reap the rewards of its hard work, winning several honors at the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League State Tournament at Eastern Michigan University Saturday, March 10.
SVSU hires former Dow executive to boost business and entrepreneurship programs
Saginaw Valley State University has welcomed an accomplished business executive to strengthen SVSU’s College of Business & Management
SVSU housing ranked No. 2 in the nation among public universities
Saginaw Valley State University has been nationally recognized for its welcoming, friendly and fun residential community.
SVSU literary arts journal receives highest national honor – again
The student staff of Cardinal Sins, a student-run literary arts journal at Saginaw Valley State University, have seen their hard work rewarded with a top national award. The American Scholastic Press Association honored the publication with its Most Outstanding University Literary-Art Magazine for 2017. Only two college journals nationwide are selected for the award.
SVSU staff member relives Winter Olympics glory in Switzerland, selects U.S. bobsled Olympian
"It's been kind of eerie, how I'm back here like this," said Knous, a clinical coordinator for exercise science students at Saginaw Valley State University.
SVSU College of Business expansion receives final state approval for construction
Saginaw Valley State University expects to begin construction on a 38,500 square foot building addition for its College of Business and Management later this year, following construction authorization and a commitment of $9.8 million by the State of Michigan that was signed into law Thursday, Dec. 28.
SVSU Board approves room and board rates for 2019-20 academic year
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved the auxiliary operations budgets for the 2019 and 2020 fiscal years during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, Dec. 15.
Remembered as an inspiration to classmates, Breckenridge native will receive posthumous degree at SVSU ceremony
One year after Evan Willman's funeral, family and friends will gather for a different kind of ceremony where they will honor his legacy as a beloved classmate and dedicated student.
Dow community engagement leader to deliver SVSU commencement address this month
The director of Global Citizenship for The Dow Chemical Company will speak to graduates of a university nationally recognized for community engagement during Commencement exercises at Saginaw Valley State University. Rob Vallentine will deliver the keynote address to SVSU's newest graduates.
SVSU recognized nationally for outstanding support for military-affiliated students
Saginaw Valley State University has been recognized for creating a supportive environment for students affiliated with the military.
SVSU faculty awards recognize outstanding educators
The Faculty Association at Saginaw Valley State University recognized outstanding faculty members during the 32nd annual SVSUFA Faculty Awards. The awards are presented to those faculty members who have shown initiative in teaching and research as well as providing a supportive environment for their students and colleagues.
SVSU Board congratulates students on ‘Battle of the Valleys’ victory
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control congratulated the SVSU Student Association for their leadership in winning the 2017 Battle of the Valleys fundraising competition against their counterparts from Grand Valley State University.
SVSU receives $3 million federal grant to boost student success and retention
Saginaw Valley State University is poised to accelerate improvement in student retention and graduation rates after receiving a $3 million, five-year Title III grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Only seven universities in the nation were selected to receive funding.
FIRST Robotics scholarship recipients bring their work ethic and talents to SVSU
Bryce Stevens knew he was headed to college. His experience competing in the FIRST Robotics state finals at Saginaw Valley State University, coupled with a new SVSU scholarship for FIRST in Michigan robotics competitors, convinced him to choose SVSU.
SVSU announces 2017 Homecoming king, queen and court
Saginaw Valley State University students elected Mikaela Ashton, a senior management major from Grayling; and Mitchell Kennedy, a senior accounting major from Bad Axe, as the university's 2017 Homecoming queen and king. Ashton and Kennedy were crowned Saturday, Oct. 14 during the halftime festivities at SVSU's football game against Ferris State University.
SVSU receives top certification from Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
Saginaw Valley State University has earned certification as a Veteran-Friendly School from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency for the third consecutive year.
SVSU forensics team wins competition
The Saginaw Valley State University forensics team earned a first-place finish during a Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League competition at Oakland Community College Friday, Sept. 22.
SVSU sees enrollment dip, but bright spots in student retention and graduate programs
Saginaw Valley State University saw its total enrollment decline for the 2017 fall semester, but the numbers also show encouraging trends in improved student retention and growth in the number of new graduate students.
SVSU hosting dedication ceremony to showcase renovations to Zahnow Library
Saginaw Valley State University will host a dedication ceremony in the Melvin J. Zahnow Library Thursday, Sept. 14 from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. The facility will be open for tours.
Another freshman class moves in to SVSU top-ranked residence halls
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome another freshman class Wednesday, Aug. 23 when students move into the “best dorms” in Michigan for the 2017-18 academic year. More than 70 percent of incoming freshmen again have chosen to reside on campus.
SVSU Board Approves New 3-Year Faculty Contract
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved a new three-year contract with the SVSU Faculty Association (MEA/NEA) during a special meeting of the Board Tuesday, Aug. 22.
New facility for SVSU business programs in store, following state budget approval
Saginaw Valley State University’s College of Business and Management will soon have a new home for students, faculty, staff and business organizations in the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond, as SVSU moves forward with plans for a 40,000 square foot building addition.
SVSU honored as ‘Great College to Work For’ nationally for second consecutive year
Saginaw Valley State University joined elite company when it was named one of the “Great Colleges to Work For” for the second consecutive year by The Chronicle of Higher Education, a top trade publication for colleges and universities.
SVSU receives $1.39 million federal grant to improve health care in northern lower Michigan
Saginaw Valley State University has won federal funding to improve health care delivery for residents in rural areas immediately and into the future. A grant of nearly $1.4 million will support an innovative approach that will place graduate students in SVSU’s nurse practitioner program into the field to provide patient care, and will prepare them for careers in rural settings.
SVSU Board approves 2017-18 budget, tuition to increase $474
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of control approved a tuition increase of $474 for in-state students as part of the 2017-18 general fund operating budget adopted during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, June 19.
SVSU earns national acclaim for inclusive housing policy
Saginaw Valley State University received national recognition recently for its efforts to provide gender-inclusive student housing options on campus.
SVSU honors outstanding patient care by 7 nurses across the region
Saginaw Valley State University celebrated the dedicated care and leadership delivered by seven registered nurses in the Great Lakes Bay Region during the seventh annual Carleen K. Moore R.N. Nursing Excellence awards ceremony Monday, May 22.
SVSU Board approves new master’s degree in computer science
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved a new graduate program, a master’s degree in computer science and information systems, during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, May 5.
SVSU inducts 14 students to business honor society
The College of Business and Management at Saginaw Valley State University honored and inducted 14 students to Beta Gamma Sigma, the honor society serving business programs accredited by AACSB International.
Saginaw Valley State University College of Education honors 2nd annual Heroes in Education
The Saginaw Valley State University College of Education will recognize six individuals from the Michigan educational community for their outstanding and heroic contributions to positively impact the lives of students.
SVSU professor wins national award for book on post-Civil War black print
Eric Garnder, professor of English at Saginaw Valley State University, has won his second Book Prize from the Research Society of American Periodicals. The prize awards the best scholarly book on American periodicals published in 2015 and 2016.
Consumers Energy deputy general counsel, SVSU alum, to address SVSU May graduates
The vice president of a Michigan energy company will deliver the keynote address to graduates during Commencement exercises next month at Saginaw Valley State University.
Visitor information now available for FIRST in Michigan robotics state finals guests
Your news and information resource for the FIRST Robotics Michigan State Finals.
‘Love for Speech’ leads to honors for SVSU Forensics team at state tournament
The Saginaw Valley State University forensics team captured multiple awards at the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League State Forensics Tournament on March 18 at Eastern Michigan University.
SVSU seeking charity partner for 2017 Battle of the Valleys competition
Saginaw Valley State University students have shown an incredible community-minded spirit over the past 14 years, raising more than $350,000 to support numerous worthy causes and charitable organizations during the annual Battle of the Valleys fundraising competition.
SVSU forensics team places second in competition
A Saginaw Valley State University student’s performance helped propel the institution’s forensics team to a second-place finish at the Michigan Intercollegiate Speech League Novice States Tournament Feb. 18 at Northwood University.
SVSU Board approves Master of Social Work program, campus updates
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved adding a Master of Social Work degree program to the curriculum during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, Feb. 20.
SVSU President Bachand offers statement on the passing of Ted Braun
Hugo E. “Ted” Braun of Saginaw passed away Wednesday, Feb. 8 at age 84. Saginaw Valley State University President Donald Bachand offered these thoughts:
As her own retirement approaches, founding director reflects on SVSU program dedicated to engaging retirees
Jo Brownlie is in the business of helping others cross items off their bucket lists. It is a source of pride for the founding director of Saginaw Valley State University’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, or OLLI.
SVSU Foundation board elects officers, adds members
The Saginaw Valley State University Foundation board of directors elected officers for 2017 at its regular December meeting.
SVSU home to ‘best dorms’ in Michigan and among top 20 in the nation
Saginaw Valley State University is ringing in the new year having secured — and improved — its reputation as a neighborly and friendly institution for students to live, according to a website grading “Best Dorms” in the nation.
SVSU Holiday Video - 2016
Celebrate the tradition of giving, experience the beauty of the season, cherish the joy of family and value the gift of friends. Your SVSU family wishes to extend our warmest thoughts and best wishes for a wonderful Holiday Season and a very Happy New Year.
SVSU promotes Peretz to dean of Arts and Behavioral Sciences
Saginaw Valley State University has announced that Marc Peretz has been chosen to serve as dean of the College of Arts and Behavioral Sciences. He had been serving as interim dean since July 2015.
SVSU promotes Bowrin to business dean
Saginaw Valley State University has announced that Anthony Bowrin has been chosen to serve as dean of the College of Business and Management. He had been serving as interim dean since June.
SVSU Board approves room and board rates for 2018-19
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control set room and board rates for the 2018-19 academic year during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, Dec. 16. The rates are part of SVSU’s nearly $31 million auxiliary operations budget, which covers self-sustaining operations such as housing, dining, and conferencing.
Communications executive and alumna to address SVSU December graduates
A respected communications executive will deliver the keynote address to graduates during Commencement exercises at Saginaw Valley State University. Jan Botz, an SVSU alumna who previously served as chief communications officer for Dow Corning and as vice president of Public Affairs and Communications at the University of Notre Dame, will speak Friday, Dec, 16 at 7:30 p.m. and again Saturday, Dec. 17 at 11 a.m. in O'Neill Arena.
SVSU earns Best for Vets recognition for best military services among 4-year universities
Military Times has recognized Saginaw Valley State University as part of its Best for Vets: Colleges 2017 rankings.
SVSU students’ giving spirit shared at national conference
Saginaw Valley State University recently drew national attention for its students’ dedication to helping their fellow students financially.
SVSU employment, networking fair planned for Friday
Saginaw Valley State University will host a university-wide Employment and Networking Fair to show support for students, alumni, and employers from the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond. The event is open to the public and will take place Friday, Oct. 7, from noon to 3 p.m. in the Curtiss Hall banquet and seminar rooms on SVSU's campus.
SVSU sees enrollment dip, but encouraging signs in freshman class, retention numbers
Saginaw Valley State University experienced an enrollment decline for the 2016 fall semester, but leaders are encouraged by trends involving the incoming freshman class and student retention.
CAMPUS ALERT: Shooting Incident Near SVSU
Latest news and information regarding shooting incident near campus of SVSU in early morning hours of Sunday, Sep. 11, 2016
SVSU earns top certification from Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency
Saginaw Valley State University recently earned certification as a Veteran-Friendly School from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency.
SVSU receives grants in support of new cross country fitness trail
Saginaw Valley State University has received multiple grants and donations to support the construction of the SVSU Cross Country Fitness Trail, which will serve SVSU students and runners throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region.
SVSU named 2016 ‘Great College to Work For’
Saginaw Valley State University has been recognized as among the nation’s best college workplaces, according to a new survey by The Chronicle of Higher Education, a top trade publication for colleges and universities.
SVSU hires longtime higher education leader for top student affairs position
Saginaw Valley State University has hired an advocate for students - with over 23 years of higher education leadership experience - to serve as its new associate provost for student affairs.
SVSU Board approves tuition increase of 4.19 percent;
Buildings named for Brandimore, Hamilton
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved a tuition increase of 4.19 percent as part of the 2016-17 general fund operating budget adopted during the Board’s regular meeting Monday, June 13.
SVSU chooses next class for leadership development program
A Saginaw Valley State University selection committee chose 10 students to participate in the 18th class of the highly competitive Roberts Fellowship Program.
Healthcare CEO & SVSU alum to address 2016 graduates
Saginaw Valley State University will welcome an alumnus passionate about improving health care as its May 2016 Commencement speaker. Joseph Fifer, president and CEO of the Healthcare Financial Management Association, will address graduates during Commencement exercises Friday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 7 at 11 a.m.
SVSU takes action to save nearly $7 million for current and future students
Saginaw Valley State University will see nearly $7 million in cost savings, thanks to timely debt refinancing and a dedication to running a fiscally responsible organization to better serve students.
SVSU to host watch party for men’s basketball game
SVSU to host watch party for men’s basketball game
Wednesday, March 23, 9:30 p.m. to end of game
Curtiss Hall banquet rooms
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