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April 2, 2020
As COVID-19 exacerbates challenges of opioid epidemic, SVSU-led initiative offers solutions to health care teams worldwide
A Saginaw Valley State University-operated initiative is taking the lead — on a global scale — in providing expert solutions that support one of the populations left most vulnerable to COVID-19: people recovering from substance use disorders.
April 1, 2020
With demand boosted by COVID-19, SVSU Master of Public Health program educators to host informational sessions online
Public health professionals are on the front lines of battling COVID-19 pandemic, and Saginaw Valley State University educators anticipate both demand and interest in public health professions will skyrocket in the coming years. Responding to the call for that demand and interest, SVSU is hosting two online-based informational sessions this month for individuals interested in enrolling in the university's Master of Public Health program, which is taught online.
March 12, 2020
Event featuring Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha canceled
The Michigan State University College of Human Medicine has canceled the planned Thursday, March 12 presentation featuring Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha at Saginaw Valley State University in keeping with MSU’s proactive measures to help prevent the spread of coronavirus.
March 4, 2020
Doctor who exposed Flint water crisis to present at SVSU
A public health advocate — once named among the “100 Most Influential People in the World” by Time magazine — will visit SVSU next week to discuss her role in uncovering the Flint water crisis.
December 3, 2019
Community leader, alumnus to serve as SVSU commencement speaker
Saginaw Valley State University graduates will hear from one of the institution’s most generous alumni during December commencement exercises.
November 21, 2019
SVSU recognizes distinguished alumni from diverse industries
Military veterans, business leaders, and coaches were among the eight individuals whose accomplishments and dedication to excellence were recognized by Saginaw Valley State University’s Alumni Association.
October 30, 2019
Student resiliency expert to discuss neuroscience and education during SVSU talk
A leader in the field of education will visit Saginaw Valley State University in November to discuss the role of neuroscience in education.
October 30, 2019
SVSU social work student dedicated to empowering her community
Helping others comes naturally for Jessalyn Gaskin. The second-year Saginaw Valley State University social work major and youth services minor has always possessed a clear vision of what she wants her future to be: serving others and helping them navigate their futures.
October 30, 2019
First-generation college student determined to continue her education at SVSU
Talia Pruiett had the grades, the dream, and the drive to attend college, but she wasn’t sure she would make it. With hard work, perseverance, and endless support she made her goal a reality.
October 1, 2019
Record-high number of SVSU students admitted early to medical school
Saginaw Valley State University students passionate about pursuing health care professions combined their outstanding academic preparation with exemplary community service commitment to be accepted early into medical school. They did so using a program that networks talent from SVSU to other institutions.
September 20, 2019
SVSU presentation to examine opioid epidemic’s reach in rural Michigan
A Saginaw Valley State University educator’s determination to fight the opioid epidemic in rural Michigan will be the focus of a public presentation at the campus next month.
September 4, 2019
SVSU nursing student’s bone marrow donation could save leukemia patient’s life
When Haley Ludviksen helped her student organization bring a bone marrow donor drive to Saginaw Valley State University six years ago, the nursing major never expected she might be the one to give a potentially lifesaving gift to a person in need.
July 23, 2019
SVSU rises to the challenge, lands $2.8M grant to tackle life-and-death health concerns in rural Michigan
Determined to be part of the solution for Michigan's opioid epidemic and other health problems plaguing rural Michigan, Saginaw Valley State University sought and secured a $2.8 million federal grant to combat the most pressing health crises in some of the state's most under-served communities.
July 9, 2019
SVSU to offer workshops led by award-winning expert on eliminating hospital overcrowding
A workshop offered later this month by Saginaw Valley State University will help emergency department and inpatient units to better manage patient flow and avoid hospital overcrowding.
June 21, 2019
SVSU program empowers nurses supporting patients suffering from mental health conditions, substance use addiction
Demand is high for a new Saginaw Valley State University academic program designed for advanced practice nurses passionate about caring for patients suffering from mental health conditions or substance use addiction.
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Marcia Mastracci Ditmyer, PhD., M.B.A., M.S.
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Catherine A. Macomber, PhD., LMSW
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Jeremy Knous, PhD.
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