News
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October 31, 2024
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.
October 29, 2024
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.
October 23, 2024
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).
October 9, 2024
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.
October 9, 2024
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.
October 7, 2024
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.
September 13, 2024
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.”
September 6, 2024
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.
August 28, 2024
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.
July 11, 2024
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.
June 19, 2024
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.
May 23, 2024
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.
April 25, 2024
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
April 23, 2024
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.
April 22, 2024
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.