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Davenport University professors, a student and a stranger show how heart and grit overcome the tragedy of a hurricane
Leslie Kinnee, DU Communications | December 16, 2024
Academics, Careers, Student Life, Newsroom

A message from the president
DU Communications | November 14, 2024
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University and Mary Free Bed sign education partnership
Mary Eilleen Lyon, DU Communications | May 6, 2024
Student Life, Newsroom

President Pappas testifies in Lansing to keep tuition grant
Hannah Mayle, Advancement Marketing Assistant | April 18, 2024
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University launches one-of-a-kind bilingual program
Leslie Kinnee, DU Communications | March 21, 2024
Student Life

Tips and tricks for life on campus
Leslie Kinnee, DU Communications | August 21, 2023
Student Life, Newsroom

Davenport University offers Meijer team members scholarships through Corporate Education Scholarship Program
DU Communications | July 19, 2023
Academics, Careers, Student Life, Newsroom

Davenport University to honor 1,400 new graduates during April commencement
DU Communications | April 24, 2023
Newsroom

Excellence in Business Gala to Feature Golf Icon Jack Nicklaus
DU Communications | April 13, 2023
Academics

Davenport President Shares Update on Vision 2025
DU Communications | March 4, 2023
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport students provide free tax help to West Michigan low-income individuals, families
Amy Miller | February 13, 2023
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University launches $35 million fundraising campaign to ‘Elevate’ education and address Michigan’s talent gap
DU Communications | January 4, 2023
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University names new Executive Director to recruit, and retain students within the Latino community
DU Communications | November 8, 2022
Academics, Careers, Student Life, Newsroom

Davenport University ramps up digital learning experiences with Online+
DU Communications | June 22, 2022
Student Life, Newsroom

Davenport University joins Lansing Promise to enhance scholarships for Lansing students
DU Communications | June 16, 2022
Academics, Student Life, Newsroom

Davenport University and Pontiac School District sign agreement to offer new innovative scholarship program to address teacher shortage
DU Communications | June 7, 2022
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport names new Department Chair for its groundbreaking College of Urban Education
DU Communications | May 25, 2022
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport students earned 49 top-five finishes at the 2022 BPA National Leadership Conference
DU Communications | May 23, 2022
Academics, Newsroom, Student Life

Davenport University Reinvests in Warren, downtown Detroit Campuses
DU Communications | May 18, 2022
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University and GRPS sign agreement to offer new innovative scholarship program to address teacher shortage
DU Communications | May 2, 2022
Newsroom, Student Life

Davenport University Renews Traditional In-Person Graduation Ceremony at Van Andel Arena
DU Communications | April 20, 2022
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Tax season is a win-win
DU Communications | April 18, 2022
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University students provide free tax help to West Michigan low-income individuals, families
DU Communications | February 14, 2022
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport names new Vice President of Admissions, Jodi Chycinski
DU Communications | January 11, 2022
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Davenport University appoints two new executives to its Board of Trustees
DU Communications | January 6, 2022
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Davenport, GRCC, GVSU to host Cheryl Brown Henderson, in Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Commemoration
DU Communications | December 21, 2021
Academics, Athletics, Newsroom, Student Life

NCAA names Davenport University among top 10 universities nationwide in Division II for student athlete academic performance
DU Communications | December 16, 2021
Alumni, Athletics, Careers, Newsroom

2021 Davenport University Alumni Awards
DU Communications | December 15, 2021
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport offers STEM students full-ride scholarships to achieve bachelor’s degrees, teach in urban schools
Amy Miller | November 17, 2021
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University designs Bachelor’s Degree to tackle urban-area teacher shortage
Amy Miller | November 15, 2021
Athletics, Newsroom

NCAA appoints Pappas to DII President’s Council
DU Communications | November 1, 2021
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University appoints new dean, College of Arts and Sciences
DU Communications | October 21, 2021
Academics, Careers, Student Life, Newsroom

Davenport University offers Military Promise, a smoother path to higher education
DU Communications | October 7, 2021
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Davenport recognized in Diversity Impact Awards
DU Communications | September 21, 2021
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Davenport Wins Two Silver Brandon Hall Group HCM Excellence Awards
DU Communications | September 1, 2021
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

New Davenport University program helps individuals with a trade degree earn bachelor’s degree in 2 years
DU Communications | August 31, 2021
Academics, Student Life, Newsroom

College of Urban Education’s FUSE-Future Urban STEM Educators Program Receives INSIGHT Into Diversity Award
DU Communications | August 16, 2021
Academics, Careers, Student Life, Newsroom

Davenport offers four-year scholarships to Veteran-friendly employers
DU Communications | July 29, 2021
Academics, Careers, Student Life, Newsroom

Supporting Michigan frontliners
DU Communications | July 29, 2021
Academics, Newsroom

A rewarding journey
DU Communications | July 29, 2021
Academics, Newsroom, Student Life

Davenport welcomes Dr. Amy Mansfield
DU Communications | July 29, 2021
Athletics

Davenport University named the safest campus in Michigan
DU Communications | July 23, 2021
Careers, Newsroom

GE employees qualify for Davenport University 4-year scholarships, an award for being Gold-Level Veteran-friendly business
DU Communications | May 28, 2021
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University announces new program to offer scholarships to Future for Frontliners graduate
DU Communications | May 12, 2021
Newsroom

GE employees qualify for Davenport University 4-year scholarships, an award for being Gold-Level Veteran-friendly business
DU Communications | April 23, 2021
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport to once again offer free course to help unemployed land their next job
DU Communications | April 19, 2021
Newsroom

Davenport University stages second drive-through commencement to honor 2021 graduates
DU Communications | March 4, 2021
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University names new Dean of the Donald W. Maine College of Business and College of Technology
DU Communications | January 8, 2021
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University partners with Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency to offer 4-year scholarships to employees of Veteran-friendly businesses
DU Communications | November 9, 2020
Newsroom

Annual César E. Chávez commemoration transitions to virtual events over three days, includes panel featuring higher education leaders
DU Communications | October 14, 2020
Academics, Student Life, Newsroom

As mental health needs rise, Davenport University increases ease of access and availability to free, confidential counseling for students on all campuses
DU Communications | October 5, 2020
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University earns $650k in scholarships for 20 computer science majors with a new National Science Foundation grant
DU Communications | October 5, 2020
Academics, Newsroom

Nine students receive cybersecurity scholarships from Davenport University for coming academic year
DU Communications | October 5, 2020
Careers, Student Life, Newsroom

Davenport University extends scholarship eligibility for individuals unemployed because of COVID-19
DU Communications | September 15, 2020
Athletics, Newsroom

Davenport President named as Chair of GLIAC President’s Council
DU Communications | September 10, 2020
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University to offer series of short professional development courses for those looking to increase business skills, explore new career paths
DU Communications | September 2, 2020
Newsroom

Davenport University receives INSIGHT Into Diversity 2020 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award
DU Communications | September 2, 2020
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University Partners with Henry Ford College to help students earn a bachelor’s degree
DU Communications | August 27, 2020
Newsroom

Davenport University Named 2020 Excellence in Assessment Designee
DU Communications | August 19, 2020
Academics, Newsroom

Computing a cure: Professor’s computational research extends from staph to COVID-19
DU Communications | June 5, 2020
Academics, Student Life

“It’s the least I can do:” Davenport student 3D prints masks for local hospitals
DU Communications | May 22, 2020
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University creates scholarship for individuals unemployed because of COVID-19
Amy Miller | May 13, 2020
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University creates scholarship for individuals unemployed because of COVID-19
DU Communications | May 11, 2020
Newsroom

Davenport recognized as one of Michigan’s Gold-Level Veteran-Friendly Schools
DU Communications | May 4, 2020
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport offers free course to help unemployed skill-up and land their next job
DU Communications | April 24, 2020
Newsroom

Davenport University hosts former U.S. President at 23rd Annual Excellence in Business Gala
DU Communications | April 17, 2020
Newsroom

Davenport becomes first university to earn recognition by Michigan Performance Excellence Council
DU Communications | February 27, 2020
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University offers free tax filing assistance to students and community
Daniel Caracheo | February 6, 2020
Academics, Student Life, Newsroom

Davenport University develops nationally recognized system to offer veterans maximum course credits for military experience
DU Communications | November 14, 2019
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University partners with Emergent Holdings to offer employees Corporate Education Scholarships
DU Communications | October 2, 2019
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University Earns $4M in Scholarship Funds for Cybersecurity Students
DU Communications | September 20, 2019
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Davenport University Receives Insight Into Diversity 2019 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award
DU Communications | September 19, 2019
Academics, Newsroom

Detroit Public Schools Community District and Davenport University team up on new urban education program to improve student performance
DU Communications | August 29, 2019
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University, Mercantile Bank of Michigan Partner to Offer Education Scholarship
DU Communications | August 1, 2019
Athletics, Newsroom

NCAA approves Davenport University for active Division II membership
DU Communications | July 12, 2019
Newsroom

Davenport University President Dr. Richard Pappas Elected to American Council on Education Board
DU Communications | June 27, 2019
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University partners with two community colleges to offer Bachelor of Science in nursing degrees
DU Communications | May 30, 2019
Newsroom

DU honors Rockford Construction CEO Mike VanGessel and chats with Cleveland Cavaliers’ new coach John Beilein
DU Communications | May 22, 2019
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University named one of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For®
DU Communications | May 17, 2019
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DU’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council again named to Top 10 for ERG & Council Honors Award
DU Communications | May 16, 2019
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Closing the gap: Partnership tackles OR nursing shortage
DU Communications | May 7, 2019
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Birgit M. Klohs to speak at Davenport University’s commencement ceremony
DU Communications | April 26, 2019
Newsroom

West Michigan Jewels of Africa, NAACP Youth Council President & Davenport University come together for the 2019 Global & Intercultural Competency Student Summit
DU Communications | April 12, 2019
Careers, Newsroom

DTE Energy partners with Davenport University to offer Corporate Education Scholarship
DU Communications | April 5, 2019
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University occupational therapy students build sensory room to benefit children at Grand Rapids Child Discovery Center
DU Communications | March 26, 2019
Newsroom

An inspiring legacy continues through the Eileen DeVries Family Foundation at Davenport
Laura Macka | March 22, 2019
Academics, Alumni, Newsroom

Davenport University names new executive vice president of alumni and development
DU Communications | March 12, 2019
Academics, Student Life

2019 Woodrow Wilson Visiting Fellow to speak on cybersecurity & financial innovation
DU Communications | March 8, 2019
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University’s Veterans to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (VBSN) Initiative Shows Significant Results, Strengthens Efforts in Supporting Veteran Students
DU Communications | February 21, 2019
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University names Dr. Gilda Gely as provost & executive vice president of academic affairs
DU Communications | February 15, 2019
Newsroom

Davenport’s Detroit Campus now officially open
DU Communications | February 8, 2019
Newsroom

DavenFund to give $10,000 to employees for professional development, software, equipment and more
DU Communications | December 20, 2018
Newsroom

Davenport University offers scholarships to GM employees impacted by plant closures
DU Communications | December 14, 2018
Newsroom

Davenport University Named Among Best Colleges
DU Communications | November 28, 2018
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University’s work with Amway earns national recognition
DU Communications | November 16, 2018
Newsroom

Lean Six Sigma: How Lessons from Manufacturing are Improving Davenport
DU Communications | November 9, 2018
Careers, Newsroom

GR Fire Department Partners with IPEx for Customized Leadership Learning
DU Communications | November 7, 2018
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Diversity field trip expands cultural knowledge for students, faculty and staff
DU Communications | October 29, 2018
Alumni, Careers, Newsroom

Traverse City Alums named in Traverse City Business News 40 under 40
Laura Macka | October 22, 2018
Academics, Newsroom

New leader for Business Professionals of America Middle Level Program
DU Communications | October 18, 2018
Newsroom

Davenport University Invests in Detroit with New Detroit Campus
DU Communications | October 16, 2018
Alumni, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport Alumni recognized in Grand Rapids Business Journal’s 40 under 40
Laura Macka | October 15, 2018
Newsroom

Davenport University welcomes new board of trustee member
DU Communications | September 20, 2018
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University receives its first National Science Foundation grant
DU Communications | September 17, 2018
Newsroom

Davenport DEI: a Winner Again
DU Communications | September 14, 2018
Newsroom

Davenport University grateful for decades of support from Richard DeVos
DU Communications | September 13, 2018
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport receives $2.4 million grant to prepare nursing students in primary care
DU Communications | August 9, 2018
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University partnership helps companies invest in employee success
DU Communications | July 16, 2018
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport partnership with Holland Early College puts students on path to careers
DU Communications | July 16, 2018
Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University partners with City of Detroit and Wayne County
DU Communications | June 18, 2018
Academics, Newsroom

Master of Science in Nursing granted accreditation through 2027
DU Communications | June 12, 2018
Newsroom

M.E. Davenport Legacy Endowment Fund supports passion and innovation in teaching
Laura Macka | May 24, 2018
Athletics, Student Life, Newsroom

Exploring summer learning: Davenport University offers camps for children and teens
DU Communications | May 14, 2018
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Davenport University measures and certifies the soft skills and competencies sought by employers
DU Communications | May 9, 2018
Athletics, Newsroom

How DavenFund will support employees this year
DU Communications | April 25, 2018
Newsroom

Haworth President and CEO Franco Bianchi to speak at Davenport University commencement
DU Communications | April 17, 2018
Academics, Newsroom

DU professor’s biometrics research has implications for security and databases
DU Communications | April 11, 2018
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Helping military veterans excel in the classroom and into nursing careers
DU Communications | March 29, 2018
Academics, Athletics, Newsroom

10 facts about Davenport University’s history
DU Communications | March 20, 2018
Newsroom

Continuing DU’s Detroit story: Lisa Howze appointed as Vice President for Detroit Campuses and Strategic Partnerships
DU Communications | February 27, 2018
Academics, Newsroom

Delta College and Davenport University announce Nursing degree partnership
DU Communications | February 27, 2018
Academics, Athletics, Newsroom, Student Life

Woodrow Wilson Visiting Fellow to speak on civility and respect
DU Communications | February 19, 2018
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Investing in employees: IPEx brings programs on-site for Cascade Engineering
DU Communications | February 6, 2018
Newsroom

The Other America: Student essays focus on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s vision and economic justice
DU Communications | January 25, 2018
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

IPEx graduates the first class in its new certificate program focused on integrated operations management
DU Communications | January 17, 2018
Academics, Newsroom

Good Morning America’s Robin Roberts to speak at Excellence in Business Gala
DU Communications | January 3, 2018
Academics, Newsroom

More than a class assignment: Students help build Panther Resource Closet to help classmates
DU Communications | December 14, 2017
Newsroom, Student Life

Students plan hockey fundraiser for Helen Devos Children’s Hospital
DU Communications | December 6, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

DU launches new degree for professionals in industrial production
DU Communications | November 18, 2017
Careers, Newsroom

DU partners with Greater Michigan Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors
DU Communications | November 14, 2017
Student Life, Newsroom

Reconstructing a warrior’s experience: Local artist to present at DU during Veterans Week
DU Communications | November 2, 2017
Newsroom

DU’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council named to Top 10 for ERG & Council Honors Award
DU Communications | October 12, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

Walking a mile in combat boots: Simulation enhances understanding of veteran student experiences
DU Communications | October 10, 2017
Academics, Newsroom, Student Life

Mental health event raises more than $60,000
DU Communications | October 9, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

Veterans to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (VBSN) Grant Extended
DU Communications | September 27, 2017
Newsroom

Davenport advocates for Michigan Tuition Grant at the Capitol
DU Communications | September 21, 2017
Newsroom

DU receives 2017 HEED Award
DU Communications | August 31, 2017
Newsroom

Davenport University appoints Gagliardi as executive director of Great Lakes Bay Campus
DU Communications | August 30, 2017
Newsroom

Davenport moving into Mott’s University Center in Flint
DU Communications | August 17, 2017
Newsroom

Davenport University appoints two to leadership roles
DU Communications | July 21, 2017
Newsroom

Davenport University appoints new vice president of information technology and CIO
DU Communications | July 13, 2017
Athletics, Newsroom

Student-Athlete Jonathan Cheshire Drafted by Toronto Blue Jays
DU Communications | June 16, 2017
Newsroom

Davenport History Book Earns National Award
DU Communications | June 8, 2017
Newsroom

New Executive Vice President of Marketing & Communications Appointed
DU Communications | May 31, 2017
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

IPEx Success Story: Nichole Konyndyk
DU Communications | May 31, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

The Changing Landscape of Business: Donald W. Maine COB Building Dedication
DU Communications | May 4, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

Grand Rapids Public Schools and Davenport University Announce Strong Results for College of Urban Education Students
DU Communications | April 26, 2017
Newsroom

Eric Riley Awarded 2017 Gerald R. Ford Memorial Scholarship
DU Communications | April 7, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

DU’s Nursing Program Joins Prestigious Honor Society of Nursing
DU Communications | April 6, 2017
Newsroom

Daniel DeVos to Speak at Commencement
DU Communications | March 28, 2017
Newsroom

Davenport Earns Community Builder Award from Ottawa County United Way
DU Communications | March 27, 2017
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

Grow Existing Accounts and Win New Customers with IPEx’s Certificate of Sales Fundamentals!
DU Communications | March 23, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

DU Earns #1 Spot as Nation’s Best Online Management Program
DU Communications | March 23, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

DU Ranked #2 Best Online Business Degree
DU Communications | March 21, 2017
Athletics, Newsroom

Panther Ridge Expansion Accommodates Growing Student Population at W.A. Lettinga Campus
DU Communications | March 13, 2017
Academics, Newsroom, Student Life

DEI: Stamina, Courage, Pride and Mental Illness
DU Communications | March 6, 2017
Academics, Newsroom, Student Life

DU to Welcome Second Woodrow Wilson Visiting Fellow
DU Communications | March 1, 2017
Academics, Newsroom, Student Life

Students Offer Free Tax Help for Low-Income Families
DU Communications | February 28, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

DU Named #1 Online Medical Billing Coding Program in the Nation
DU Communications | February 20, 2017
Academics, Newsroom

Daniel DeVos to Receive 2017 Peter C. Cook Excellence in Business Award
DU Communications | February 7, 2017
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

IPEx Success Story: Peter Bouchard
DU Communications | January 25, 2017
Newsroom

MLK Essay Contest Winners Announcement
DU Communications | January 19, 2017
Academics, Careers, Newsroom

IPEx Introduces International Business Experience
DU Communications | December 29, 2016
Academics, Newsroom

Davenport University Online Global Campus Programs Receive High Rankings
DU Communications | December 22, 2016