July 18, 2024
SVSU nursing students achieve 98% pass rate on licensing exam; program ranks in top 10% nationally for careers
The nursing program at Saginaw Valley State University continues to stand out for career preparation, as its students posted an exemplary 98.4% first-time pass rate on the NCLEX®, the national licensure exam. Nurses must pass this exam to become licensed and enter the nursing profession, and 124 Saginaw Valley State University nursing students passed the test and are ready to begin work.
July 11, 2024
SVSU hires fundraising leader as new vice president for development
Saginaw Valley State University has announced that Brian Brunner will join the university as its inaugural vice president for development, following a national search.
June 19, 2024
SVSU staff honored with Heart of the City awards
In an event celebrating community and collaboration, two Saginaw Valley State University staff members were honored with 2024 Heart of the City awards for their contributions and service to the Great Lakes Bay Region. David Lewis and Carmen Stricker received their awards during the Heart of the City Awards Celebration on June 8.
June 17, 2024
SVSU student prepares to roll out small business with support from community
Thanks to support from the Midland Area Community Foundation, a Saginaw Valley State University student is starting a business that he hopes will innovate the sidewalk surfing world.
May 29, 2024
SVSU to offer first dual entry MSOT program in the state
In a move to make it more convenient for people to attain a master’s degree in occupational therapy, Saginaw Valley State University is expanding access to its Master of Science in Occupational Therapy program, enabling students to begin the program in either the fall semester or the winter semester.
May 23, 2024
SVSU honors area nurses
Nine nursing professionals were recognized for their dedication, compassion and expertise when Saginaw Valley State University’s Department of Nursing hosted the Carleen K. Moore Nursing Excellence Awards today at SVSU. The 13th annual celebration luncheon highlighted the invaluable impact nurses have on patient care.
May 17, 2024
Graduating Senior - Emily Lezotte
Emily Lezotte’s journey to and through college is nothing short of remarkable. Hers is a story of fortitude, determination and perseverance.
May 8, 2024
Graduating Senior: Kennedy Kreger
For graduating senior Kennedy Kreger, law was not always the most obvious or easiest career path. But thanks to the support and counsel of the close-knit political science and pre-law community at Saginaw Valley State University, Kennedy has no reservations about heading to law school.
May 8, 2024
Driven to succeed: SVSU’s Cardinal Formula Racing competing at Michigan International Speedway
On a Tuesday evening in mid-April, about a dozen members of Saginaw Valley State University’s Cardinal Formula Racing team are gathered in the Scott L. Carmona Performance Lab on campus.
May 2, 2024
SVSU moot court program ranks in top 10 in the country
Countless hours of practice and rigorous preparation have propelled Saginaw Valley State University’s moot court program into the top 10 in the nation, marking a university first and raising the bar for future competitors.
April 23, 2024
Nearly 900 SVSU students to participate in commencement
Saginaw Valley State University will hold commencement exercises on Saturday, May 11, at 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
April 23, 2024
SVSU recognizes stand-out educators
In a continuing commitment to support K-12 education and educators, Saginaw Valley State University honored six education professionals for their outstanding performance and commitment to students.
April 23, 2024
SVSU students to present research in two showcase events
Saginaw Valley State University students will cap off the academic year with two events designed to recognize and celebrate their work. On Friday, April 26, SVSU will host the SE&T Symposium and the SVSU Student Showcase. Both events are open to the public, and there is no charge to attend.
April 22, 2024
SVSU to host screening of award-winning documentary ‘Still Here’
Saginaw Valley State University’s Office of Multicultural Affairs will host a screening of Mariah Barrera’s acclaimed documentary short film “Still Here” on Wednesday, April 24, at 5 p.m. in the Curtiss Hall Seminar Rooms (second floor). The screening is free and open to the public.
April 22, 2024
SVSU students excel in national speech tournaments
At the end of two days of intense competition at the National Speech Championship at the University of Illinois at Chicago on March 23 and 24, the team achieved a university first, breaking the top 10 to finish at No. 7.