News
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September 3, 2020
SVSU, STARS collaboration inspires bus mural featuring Saginaw poet Theodore Roethke
A mural celebrating Saginaw and Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Theodore Roethke will be painted on a local bus, thanks to a partnership with Saginaw Valley State University’s Community Writing Center and the Saginaw Transit Authority Regional Services (STARS).
August 18, 2020
SVSU launches contact tracer program on eve of fall semester; local health care agencies provide support
When Moregan LaMarr recently began her role as a contact tracer searching for potential cases of COVID-19 at Saginaw Valley State University, she was motivated by her determination to provide a strong support system and sympathetic ear to a community she knows well. LaMarr, after all, is a two-time SVSU graduate, having earned her master’s degree in social work only last year.
June 26, 2020
Navigating substantial obstacles, SVSU students move forward with annual fundraiser; beneficiary announced
SVSU’s student government – known as Student Association – today announced it selected the Bay Area Women’s Center as the community benefactor of Battle of the Valley.
June 23, 2020
SVSU police officer earns national award for response to 2019 shooting of Saginaw Township officer
A Saginaw Valley State University police officer’s quick response to a fellow law enforcer’s need for help earned him national recognition this week.
June 16, 2020
Toy-lending program to aid childhood development in Midland, say SVSU organizers
Saginaw Valley State University and the Grace A. Dow Memorial Library will team up to support the development of children, including those with special needs.
June 9, 2020
Inspired to seek racial equality in justice, SVSU students lead one of community's largest protests in years
Indigo Dudley and Simone Vaughn won't forget the first time they watched video of George Floyd dying beneath the knee of a police officer. The disturbing footage of another public death of a black man – a man whose skin color so resembled their own – was relayed to the two Saginaw Valley State University students through the light of their smart phones.
June 9, 2020
Director 'Dreams' up modern twist to Shakespeare classic for online SVSU play
Karla Kash is no stranger to directing challenging productions of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream.” Once, she led a group of fourth graders portraying the zany Athenian characters featured in one of the world’s original romantic comedies.
May 15, 2020
SVSU student earns prestigious internship with Congressional Black Caucus Foundation
Arianna Jones was selected as one of 57 interns – out of 700 applicants nationally – to serve the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation for eight weeks beginning June 1. She is one of two college students in the state to earn the internship this summer.
April 23, 2020
SVSU students to raise Relay For Life funds via Facebook event
Saginaw Valley State University students are determined to not allow one health crisis to disrupt their fight to end another health crisis.
April 16, 2020
SVSU, Saginaw Art Museum launch webpage collecting writing, artwork chronicling life during pandemic
Saginaw Valley State University has teamed with the Saginaw Art Museum to capture history as it’s happening, taken from the perspectives of those experiencing it: specifically, Great Lakes Bay Region residents.
April 9, 2020
On front lines of COVID-19 battle in Saginaw, SVSU alumna serves community despite dangers
Smriti Pant never imagined showing up to work under protective layers of a hazmat suit and high-grade respirator mask. Years ago, she was inspired to care for others and use her personable nature to help people most in need of both, and now the Saginaw Valley State University educator and alumna is on the front lines of fighting a global pandemic.
April 2, 2020
SVSU psychology educator offers advice on maintaining mental health during COVID-19
Maintain a daily routine to maintain mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic, Travis Pashak advised during a TV news feature.
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.
February 28, 2020
SVSU students set to help communities across the U.S. during spring break
When they arrive at their destinations, each team will spend the week supporting agencies and nonprofits engaging a variety of issues including providing shelter for those in need, empowering communities to overcome racism, and educating children about HIV and AIDS.
February 25, 2020
SVSU-sponsored poetry contest salutes Saginaw
A community-minded poetry contest celebrating the history and culture of Saginaw County is underway, sponsored by the Saginaw Valley State University-operated Saginaw Community Writing Center.