May - 2019
May 2, 2019
Calendar established for SVSU's 'Battle' fundraiser; nonprofits encouraged to apply now
SVSU students' passion for philanthropy inspired Student Association leaders to quickly move to continue the fundraiser, now organized exclusively by SVSU and re-branded as Battle of the Valley.
May 2, 2019
Consumers Energy CEO to deliver SVSU Commencement address
Saginaw Valley State University graduates will hear from Patti Poppe, president and CEO of Consumers Energy, during Commencement exercises Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11.
May 6, 2019
Strong work ethic drives SVSU Indy-style race team on eve of international competition
A year’s worth of hard work, dedication, late nights and early mornings will culminate with the literal and metaphoric rubber meeting the road this week for Saginaw Valley State University’s Cardinal Formula Racing team as it faces the world’s top collegiate talent in Indy-style racing.
May 8, 2019
SVSU students selected for leadership development program
Organizers of a Saginaw Valley State University program aimed at inspiring the next generation of leaders recently selected 10 students eager to develop their leadership skills.
May 10, 2019
SVSU to host summer literacy camp
Saginaw Valley State University will continue its commitment to community-minded educational opportunities by hosting a literacy clinic to improve students' reading skills for three weeks this summer.
May 13, 2019
SVSU Board grants degrees for more than 1,000 graduates
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved granting degrees for nearly 1,100 graduates during the Board’s regular meeting Friday, May 10. SVSU will host Commencement exercises at 7:30 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. Saturday, May 11 in O’Neill Arena.
May 15, 2019
‘Stubborn’ SVSU Cardinal Formula Racing finishes among top 15 in the world
An unyielding desire to excel by the students on Saginaw Valley State University's Cardinal Formula Racing rocketed the team to a top 15 against the top college and university race teams from around the world.
May 15, 2019
SVSU student’s dodgeball skills earn him All-American status
A strong arm and a passion for competition helped a Saginaw Valley State University student recently earn a spot on the National Collegiate Dodgeball Association’s All-American Team.
May 16, 2019
SVSU graphic design grad's 'pet' project up for national award
Shayla Krygier’s passion for graphic design soon could earn her accolades from the nation’s oldest advertising trade association.
May 17, 2019
United Way event to send SVSU staff ‘Over the Edge’ of a building for a good cause
A team of SVSU staff members plan to rappel down one of Saginaw Township’s tallest structures to raise awareness and funds for United Way of Saginaw County as part of a celebration of the nonprofit’s 100th year as a community booster.
May 17, 2019
SVSU student recognized for study of French language, culture
A Saginaw Valley State University alumna with a handle on several world languages recently was honored for her mastery of French.
May 21, 2019
SVSU honors outstanding nurses from the Great Lakes Bay Region
Saginaw Valley State University recognized the excellence, dedicated care and leadership delivered by six registered nurses in the Great Lakes Bay Region during the ninth annual Carleen K. Moore R.N. Nursing Excellence awards ceremony Thursday, May 16.
May 23, 2019
SVSU partnership offers financial help for students who helped Michigan College Access Network
Individuals who have helped high school students in Michigan seek a college education are eligible for reduced costs when enrolling in Saginaw Valley State University's graduate programs.
May 23, 2019
SVSU students apply engineering expertise in capstone project for Storch's SuperMag
(LIVONIA) - Storch Magnetics is working closely with a group of hard-working senior mechanical engineering students finishing their engineering capstone class at Saginaw Valley State University to aid Storch in the manufacturing process of the SuperMag, one of its signature products.
May 28, 2019
SVSU writing tutors receive award from Midwest organization
Their dedication to supporting communities — and, in some cases, communities on the other side of the globe — helped two Saginaw Valley State University students win awards from a writing center-centric organization covering Midwest states.
May 30, 2019
Beaumont Health selects grad of SVSU master’s program for prestigious fellowship
A two-time alumnus and former staff member of Saginaw Valley State University will pursue his passion for providing leadership in the health care industry after earning a spot in a prestigious program at Beaumont Health centers in southeast Michigan.
May 31, 2019
SVSU community to remember its second president, Jack Ryder
Friends, family and former colleagues will pay tribute to the late Jack Ryder, Saginaw Valley State University's president from 1974-89, during a memorial service on campus Tuesday, June 4.