July 28, 2020
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.
July 16, 2020
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.
June 26, 2020
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.
June 23, 2020
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.
June 16, 2020
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.
June 9, 2020
Inspired to seek racial equality in justice, SVSU students lead one of community's largest protests in years
Indigo Dudley and Simone Vaughn won't forget the first time they watched video of George Floyd dying beneath the knee of a police officer. The disturbing footage of another public death of a black man – a man whose skin color so resembled their own – was relayed to the two Saginaw Valley State University students through the light of their smart phones.
June 9, 2020
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.
June 2, 2020
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.
May 28, 2020
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.
May 27, 2020
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
May 21, 2020
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.
May 15, 2020
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.
May 13, 2020
SVSU announces Cardinal 'NEST' plan with New Expectations for a Safer Tomorrow
SVSU planning for safe return to campus for fall 2020 semester
May 13, 2020
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.
May 8, 2020
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.