News
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December 13, 2018
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.
December 11, 2018
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.
December 11, 2018
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.
December 6, 2018
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.
December 6, 2018
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.
November 29, 2018
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.
November 29, 2018
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.
November 28, 2018
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.
November 27, 2018
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!”
November 19, 2018
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.
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.