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October 18, 2023

SVSU to host fall open house

Saginaw Valley State University will host a fall open house on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

October 4, 2023

Cultural and media historian to visit SVSU classrooms, speak at Roethke House

A respected cultural and media historian will step into a symbol of Saginaw’s past as she explores the relationship between writing and the future of culture in a talk at the childhood home of acclaimed Saginaw poet Theodore Roethke.

September 27, 2023

Join SVSU for a grand slam evening at Dow Diamond

Saginaw Valley State University wants to take you out to the ball game . . . and a movie. As a farewell to summer, the university invites the community to a night of entertainment at Dow Diamond on Thursday, September 28. Featuring an exciting exhibition ball game and a movie, the event is free and open to the public.

September 22, 2023

SVSU student groups to battle for the good of area nonprofit

Saginaw Valley State University students are hooked on doing good for others, so they’re continuing a 20-year fundraising contest without their traditional competitor.

September 7, 2023

SVSU to host 9/11 Heroes Run

For the 10th year, runners will loop through and around the campus of Saginaw Valley State University in a race to honor first responder and military heroes. The 9/11 Heroes Run will be held on Sunday, Sept. 10 to benefit the Travis Manion Foundation and the Great Lakes Bay Veteran Coalition.

August 31, 2023

SVSU lecturer will discuss how public academic institutions can foster interfaith dialogue

As part of its longstanding Dr. Raana Akbar Memorial Lecture Series, Saginaw Valley State University will host speaker Najeeba Syeed, J.D., on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. The lecture is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served following the lecture.

August 31, 2023

SVSU exhibition explores artists’ ideas about African experience

Saginaw Valley State University's University Art Gallery is showcasing two artists whose works explore the African diaspora. An opening reception will be held Thursday, September 7, and the exhibit will remain on display through Saturday, September 16.

June 13, 2023

SVSU Department of Nursing celebrates contributions of nursing professionals

In a tribute to the dedication, compassion and expertise of nurses, Saginaw Valley State University’s Department of Nursing hosted the Carleen K. Moore Nursing Excellence Awards at SVSU.

April 26, 2023

SVSU student recognized on 2023 ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll

Thanks to his efforts to encourage fellow students to participate in the democratic process, Saginaw Valley State University student Nikolas Baker has been recognized by the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge (ALL IN) as part of the 2023 ALL IN Student Voting Honor Roll.

April 11, 2023

SVSU Theatre presents ‘Urinetown, The Musical’

Described as musical satire, “Urinetown” tells the story of a Gotham-like city that suffers a water shortage, leading to a government-enforced ban on private toilets.

April 5, 2023

SVSU to host FIRST® Robotics state championship; over $4 million in economic impact expected

For the fifth year, SVSU will welcome more than 5,000 high school students piloting robots in the FIRST in Michigan state championship.

March 30, 2023

SVSU to host climate change and civic engagement experts for lecture and fireside chat

Saginaw Valley State University will host climate control advocates Bill McKibben and Angela Ardis for an informative presentation on the impact of climate change and the steps ordinary people can take to alleviate it.

March 23, 2023

SVSU brings Michigan memoirist to region

Saginaw Valley State University will host author and memoirist Anne-Marie Oomen for a public lecture on Thursday, April 6. “An Evening with Anne-Marie Oomen” will be begin at 7 p.m. at the Alice & Jack Wirt Public Library, 500 Center Ave., Bay City. The event is free and open to the public.

March 6, 2023

Legacy of Theodore Roethke to be celebrated throughout region

Saginaw native and Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Theodore Roethke will be celebrated during the Theodore Roethke Poetry and Arts Festival, a triennial celebration of one of the 20th century’s most influential poets.

March 1, 2023

SVSU to host best-selling author for women’s history lecture

In recognition of Women’s History month, Saginaw Valley State University will host best-selling author Stacy Cordery for a lecture on campus and a community talk in Midland. Cordery’s appearances are supported by the Dow Visiting Scholars and Artists series at SVSU.

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