News
News items about Community Engagement at SVSU, which can include service learning, internships, community-based research, community service, global collaboration and distinctive programs. For a complete list of News, please go to the Newsroom. To submit an item, please contact JJ Boehm, director of media and community relations, at ext. 4055
November 16, 2018
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.
November 16, 2018
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.
November 15, 2018
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.
November 14, 2018
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.
November 14, 2018
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.
November 13, 2018
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.
November 12, 2018
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.
November 7, 2018
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.
November 6, 2018
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.
November 6, 2018
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.
November 1, 2018
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.
November 1, 2018
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.
November 1, 2018
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.
November 1, 2018
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.
October 30, 2018
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.
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