SVSU TODAY

Week of August 14, 2023

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In recognition of its dedication to support military-affiliated students, Saginaw Valley State University has been recognized as a Veteran-Friendly School (VFS), Gold status for the 2023-2024 academic year. This is the ninth consecutive year SVSU was named a Veteran-Friendly School by the Michigan Veteran Affairs Agency (MVAA). The university is one of 62 universities, colleges or trade schools to earn DFS designation this year. 

The MVAA introduced the VFS program in 2015 to recognize academic institutions committed to supporting the needs of veterans and other military-affiliated students. VFS-designated schools earn Gold-, Silver- or Bronze-level status based on the services and programs they provide to their military-affiliated population.

“Our office is extremely proud of the continued recognition of the work we do to support military-connected students on campus,” said Bethany Alford, SVSU director of Military Student Affairs, special assistant to the provost and dean of students. “Of all the distinctions we earn, we put a lot of value on this one because it is specific to our state. We put a lot of thought and time into creating innovative and fun ways to engage this student population to ensure they are receiving all the benefits and resources available.” 

Cardinal Solutions, a team of Saginaw Valley State University students and professors that develops marketing solutions for local businesses and nonprofits, is celebrating the approval of a $10,000 grant written on behalf of an anonymous nonprofit in Midland. The grant, provided by the Hemlock Semiconductor Foundation (HSC) and the Midland Area Community Foundation, will fund significant environmental upgrades to the nonprofit’s greenhouse area.

"Our technical writing intern, Thomas Hufton (a professional and technical writing major from Grand Blanc), showcased exceptional skills and dedication in developing the grant," said J. Blake Johnson, director of Cardinal Solutions. "This accomplishment underscores the real-world impact that we can make for our community."

Expressing gratitude for the funds, the nonprofit director highlighted the successful outcome of the cooperative effort. "I want to thank you for your hard work in developing this grant," they said. As SVSU Cardinal Solutions continues to make strides in community outreach, this victory solidifies our commitment to making SVSU alumni stand out.

Eric Weiner, author, speaker and philosophical traveler, will present two insightful lectures at SVSU on Tuesday, October 24.

All Carmona College of Business students are invited to an exclusive discussion from 1:00 - 2:20 p.m. at Curtiss Hall 100. Weiner will dismantle the lone genius myth and introduce a groundbreaking innovation model centered around people, places and timing, specifically tailored for the business world.

The wider community is invited to an equally captivating session from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. Delve into how environments can power creativity, with Weiner's exploration spanning from ancient Hangzhou to the dynamic landscape of present-day Silicon Valley. This event is free and open to the public.

Mark your calendars for these exceptional events on October 24. Stay tuned for further details on what promises to be a thought-provoking and enlightening experience.

All room prefixes within Bachand Hall, previously known as Health & Human Services, have been changed to "BA" from "H." This change is aimed at facilitating the swift location of building and room assignments for faculty, staff and students, ensuring a smoother navigation experience as we begin the new semester.

Saginaw Valley State University students were recognized for excellence in the field of graphic arts. Capri Kloha, a graphic design major from Bay City, and Michael King, a fine arts major from Detroit, were honored with Gutenberg Awards at the 98th Annual Membership & Professional Development Conference of the Graphic Communication Education Association (GCEA), held at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) in Providence.

Kloha secured both first- and second-place awards in the category of Color Digital Photography. She also claimed the top spot in Black & White Digital Photography. (Kloha's work is shown below).

King collected a first-place accolade for Film Photography and a second-place honor for Black & White Digital photography (shown below).

Reflecting on the achievement, Michael Crawford, graphic design adjunct and member of GCEA, emphasized the significance of graphic arts in driving economic success worldwide. He also expressed pride in SVSU's art students. The awards underscore the university's commitment to fostering creative excellence and contributing to the dynamic field of graphic communication.

Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum to host plein air event

SVSU graduate named 2023 Online Teacher of the Year

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