Stacie Behler

Public Affairs & Communications Chief for Grand Valley State University. Recovering trial lawyer. Political junkie, policy nerd.

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

3 billion dollars! That's how much GVSU generates per year for Michigan's economy. Thursday, we shared details of new economic impact report that shows Grand Valley is a key driver of Michigan's economic growth. See more data and the full report here: https://t.co/Z6jniS2i42

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

It was wonderful to join leaders from GVSU, The Right Place and @bamfhealth to welcome Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak to West Michigan for Monday's kickoff of Tech Week GR. Looking forward to a great week of innovation and collaboration as we build our region's tech future.

[GVSU News @GVNext]

Grand Valley continued its growth trajectory, welcoming 4,400 first-year students this fall, the second largest first-year class in its history

https://t.co/O6aAgoUEMS

[Grand Valley State @GVSU]

Class of 2025, the moment you’ve been waiting for is almost here! 🎓 As you get ready to walk the commencement stage, take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey you’ve had at GVSU. 🥹

Follow @GVSUalum to stay connected and be a #LakerForALifetime 💙

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

The hoilday spirit can be seen everywhere at GVSU! Take a look at how campus shined as the semester came to a close. #AnchorUp

[GVSU Alumni @GVSUalum]

📅 Save the Date! Join President Mantella for a special event in Washington, D.C. on September 9. Hear about Grand Valley's achievements over the past five years and get a preview of what's ahead. Stay tuned for more details! #GVSU
@PhillyGVPres

[Stacie Behler @BehlerBehler]

@AndreaBitely Congratulations!!

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

Today, GVSU was honored to host the Americas Competitiveness Exchange at our downtown campus. Delegates from 18 countries visited as we shared our work to connect industry and education within the areas of engineering and computing. @gvsuPCEC @kessentiniglp @MEDC

[EDA @US_EDA]

At Grand Valley State University (@GVSU), President Philomena Mantella and staff shared with #ACEMichigan delegates how the university is preparing students for jobs of the future and spurring job growth in the Grand Rapids area. #ACXchange 2/3

[GVSU Lakers @gvsulakers]

We are excited to announce our new partnership with Long Road Distillers for the 2024-27 seasons! Excited things in store with this alumni owned business, stay tuned. 😏

#AnchorUp

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

We were excited to host @GovWhitmer and state lawmakers this morning as the governor signed a bill providing $30 million for our Blue Dot Lab. This investment will build capacity for us to prepare students for in-demand careers in data science, AI and computing technology!

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

Tomorrow afternoon, we’ll showcase the dynamic year it's been for our @REP4 Alliance. Join us live to see how support is growing across the country for the alliance, which gives students the power to transform higher education.

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

Today, GVSU's Board of Trustees approved a plan that creates two colleges for the Fall of 2024, the Padnos College of Engineering and a new college of computing. This move positions GVSU to better produce the talent needed in these high-demand areas.
https://t.co/fw662Z48wi

[Detroit Free Press @freep]

Whitmer names Jen Flood new budget director as Chris Harkins departs for job at MSU https://t.co/k4jTjBXQPH

[Stacie Behler @BehlerBehler]

@GShushtari @GovWhitmer @GVSU We got you! 90% of @GVSU grads stay in Michigan!

[Stacie Behler @BehlerBehler]

A great way to start the year! GVSU is stepping up and continuing its leadership here in Michigan! Strong numbers, great value and growing our state with nearly 90% of GVSU grads staying in Michigan. Anchor up....WAY UP!! #enrollment #higereducation #michigan #letsgrow

[Grand Valley State @GVSU]

This year’s incoming class has a record-breaking number of 4,974 students: nearly 25% larger than last year! It is also the more diverse student body in Grand Valley’s history.

Learn more about GVSU’s 2023 enrollment here: https://t.co/kuSjwmGPgH

[Stacie Behler @BehlerBehler]

Welcome to the largest entering class in GV history! We are ready for you...call in with any questions as you prepare to join us next week! #anchorup

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

I am so excited to welcome students back to campus! I want to invite Lakers to reach out to our student to student info line to get answers to any question. We are here for you now and anytime as you get ready to come back to campus. Call 616.331.2020, no question is too small!

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

Thanks to @RepScholten for being part of the conversation about a new vision for education at today's @rep_4 event and her support of @GVSU!

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

Excited to be spending the day in Washington D.C. with our alliance partners speaking to lawmakers and education leaders about @rep4 and how this national movement empowers diverse high school and college students to shape the future of higher education.

[Philomena Mantella @PhillyGVPres]

I want to share my appreciation to the Michigan Legislature for approving a budget that acknowledges the value GVSU provides students and the state through our proven success in empowering our Laker community to shape a brighter future for Michigan.