SVSU Students Benefit From Donor Support
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Saginaw Valley State University closed out a strong 2025 fiscal year by raising more than $6 million. Donors to SVSU gave $6,758,247 which represents a 96% increase in giving from fiscal year 2024.
Saginaw Valley State is excited to continue building this momentum and the work of enhancing student lives through high quality and accessible education and experiences.
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SVSU Delegates Visit Beijing
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A delegation of SVSU students, faculty and staff traveled to Beijing in late September to participate in the World Heritage Experience Tour, joining more than 100 students from leading universities across the United States and the United Kingdom.
From September 24 to 28, the SVSU delegation joined the World Cultural Forum, which featured speakers from the United Nations, architecture, urban planning, and business sectors tied to tourism and cultural industries. Alongside forum discussions, students visited world-renowned sites including the Forbidden City, Summer Palace, Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and the 798 Arts District. The group also toured Tsinghua University’s X-lab, an innovation hub that highlights how China links entrepreneurship, economic development and emerging technologies such as AI. SVSU students delivered closing remarks and participated in media interviews, highlighting the university’s expanding global engagement.
This experience aligns with SVSU’s mission to expand globally engaged, experiential learning opportunities that cultivate cultural awareness, leadership, and empathy. The trip strengthened the university’s relationship with the Ng Teng Fong Charitable Foundation and the Global Heritage Forum, which may lead to future collaboration and student participation.
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SVSU Grad to Share Photos, Experiences with Former President Jimmy Carter
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After leaving the White House, President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, worked tirelessly to improve the lives of people throughout the world. Deborah Hakes, a former Carter Center communications professional who traveled extensively with the Carters, will offer a glimpse into the couple’s work as global ambassadors for peace through a photographic exhibit and lecture at the Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum on the campus of Saginaw Valley State University.
Hakes, a 2003 SVSU graduate, will present “Steps Toward Democracy in the Developing World: A Photographic Journey with Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter” on Thursday, Nov. 6, from 6 to 7 p.m. in the museum. A reception, at 5 p.m., will precede the lecture. The event is free and open to the public.
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Associate Dean to Speak on Novel Writing
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Carlos Ramet, associate dean of the College of Arts and Behavioral Sciences, will speak at Hoyt Public Library on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m. Hoyt Library is located at 505 Janes St., downtown Saginaw.
Ramet will present "What Makes the Novel Novel? A Perspective on Ken Follett and the Craft of Novel Writing."
Ramet will appear live on WNEM TV 5 at 9:15 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 3, to promote the talk.
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Just in time for Halloween, join local author Nicole Beauchamp for a memorable talk.
Beauchamp, of Bay City, will present “Apparitions & Aspirations: An Evening of Haunted History and the Journey to Becoming a Successful Author” on Monday, Oct. 27, from 7-8 p.m. in the Roberta Allen Reading Room (fourth floor of Zahnow Library). Snacks will be provided.
Beauchamp will discuss her most recent books and her journey to becoming the writer that she is today. Her works often focus on paranormal or haunted activities at locations from New Orleans to Bay City. The author may also show one or two of her haunted artifacts.
A world-renowned paranormal researcher, Beauchamp founded the Tri-City Ghost Hunters Society in 2009 and has since investigated haunted sites worldwide. Her work has been featured in national and international publications, and she has authored several books in Arcadia Publishing’s “Haunted America” series. Her passion for history and the paranormal fuels her mission to enlighten readers about the spirit realm.
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Join SVSU's Department of Kinesiology for a Halloween 5K on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 5 p.m. The walk begins and ends at Bachand Hall. Costumes are optional! There is no charge to register.
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- University Art Gallery — Hannah Duggan: “Lost in Translation,” now-Friday, Nov. 14; reception: Thursday, Nov. 6, 4-6 p.m.; artist presentation: Thursday, Nov. 6, 7 p.m., Arbury Fine Arts Center; no charge.
- Faculty Recital — Colin Wood, assistant professor of music, will present a saxophone recital on Saturday, Oct. 18, 7:30-8:30 p.m., Rhea Miller Recital Hall; no charge.
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Philanthropy Contest Winner
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To celebrate the spirit of generosity in support of our students, the SVSU Foundation hosted a fun giveaway. Employees who correctly answered a few questions about employee giving and the Foundation were entered into a drawing to win an SVSU umbrella or duffle bag. With over 50 entries, the lucky winner was Kelsey Lipinski, administrative secretary in the College of Health and Human Services. Congratulations, Kelsey, and thank you to all who participated! Keep an eye out for future philanthropy fun.
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SVSU does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical impairment, disability or veteran status in the provision of education, employment and other services.
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