GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY

May 28 2026EDUCATION

High‑School Coders Show Off Their Own Games

Canyon High’s computer science class held its yearly Demo Day during lunch, letting visitors see apps and games the students built all semester. Students flocked to Josh Underwood’s classroom to watch projects that came from a capstone program where learners tackle real‑world deadlines. Underw

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May 03 2026HEALTH

Healthy habits in college: what Spanish students really do in their free time

University life doesn’t just mean late-night study sessions and endless coffee. For many Spanish students, it’s also a time when daily habits start to take shape—some good, some not so great. A fresh study looked at how these young adults actually spend their time outside classes, using a detailed q

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Apr 18 2026FINANCE

Grand Rapids Sets Up $35M Bond to Fund New Firefighter Center

Grand Rapids is planning to raise up to $35 million through bonds for a new fire training facility. The city’s commission recently approved a notice that starts a 45‑day period where residents can petition for a public vote on the bond. If no one challenges it, the commission will need to pass a fin

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Mar 28 2026OPINION

Politics at Dinner: Did We Lose Good Manners Over Posts?

Grandparents kept politics off the dinner table. Not because they didn’t care, but because they valued harmony. Today, silence often feels like suspicion. Social media changed the game: what used to be private chats now blast to strangers instantly. Algorithms push loudest voices, not deepest though

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Mar 14 2026EDUCATION

Science Olympiad Draws 60 Teams to Grand Valley for Regional Showdown

Grand Valley State University will welcome more than 50 middle and high school teams on March 21 for the Region 12 Science Olympiad competition. The event, held at the university’s Valley Campus in Allendale, will pit students from Kent, Ottawa and Muskegon counties against one another in 47 STEM

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Feb 12 2026SPORTS

Grand Blanc Schools Dive Into Charity

Grand Blanc students and teachers made a big splash for a good cause. On February 10, about one hundred people gathered at Don Batchelor Field to jump into cold water and raise money for Special Olympics Michigan. The event, called the Polar Plunge, is a popular fundraiser that encourages ever

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Nov 28 2025HEALTH

What's Eating Our Students? A Look at University Food Choices

University students often have poor eating habits. This can lead to serious health problems. Many students eat too much junk food. They also don't get enough nutrients. This can cause hidden obesity. It can also lead to metabolic risks. Research shows that students' lifestyles affect their health.

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Oct 23 2025HEALTH

Young Adults, Risky Choices, and the Role of Faith and Family

University students often engage in risky behaviors. These can include using drugs, eating poorly, not exercising, and even violence. These actions can seriously harm their health. In Iran, not much research has been done on this topic. A recent study focused on students in Khuzestan Province. It lo

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Jul 19 2025HEALTH

Helping Students Before They Reach a Breaking Point

University students are facing a serious issue: suicide. This is especially true in countries that aren't as wealthy. Schools are a place where students can get help, but they also have their own set of problems. Many students struggle with stress, feeling alone, and not belonging. These feelings c

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Jun 12 2025SPORTS

Mindset Matters: How Beliefs Fuel Drive in University Athletes

University athletes often face intense pressure to perform. Their mindset can greatly impact how they handle this pressure. A recent look into this topic focused on how a belief in personal growth affects their drive to compete. It also examined how stress and personal needs play into this dynamic.

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