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August 30, 2018
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.
August 30, 2018
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.
August 23, 2018
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.
August 21, 2018
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.
August 21, 2018
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.
August 15, 2018
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.
August 9, 2018
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.
July 31, 2018
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.
July 27, 2018
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.
July 13, 2018
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.
July 11, 2018
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.
May 2, 2018
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.
March 30, 2018
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.
March 30, 2018
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.
March 28, 2018
SVSU to celebrate Holi Festival of Colors in April
The tradition involves encouraging participants to throw colorful powder at each other.