Honors students build connections at conference
Students listen as Travis Hardin shares wisdom about the world of business. By Ashlee Larrison GCU News Bureau Connections are often the overlooked companion to a college degree that makes the...
View ArticleGCU Hall of Famer survived and then thrived
By Ashlee Larrison GCU News Bureau The five alumni who will be inducted into the Grand Canyon University Hall of Fame on Saturday all have demonstrated tireless dedication. Hagir Elsheikh, Reginald...
View ArticleStudent instructors give Lopes a chin up on fitness
Abraham Montez (left) and Annika Balkema receive tips from student fitness instructor Jack Krochman, who helms the “DoItForYou: An Introduction to Fitness” class. By Lana Sweeten-Shults GCU News Bureau...
View ArticleFamilies stand strong at Run to Fight Night
Run to Fight Children’s Cancer families are introduced at Wednesday’s men’s basketball game, including race starter Gwyn Satterlee (right). Story by Lana Sweeten-Shults Photos by David Kadlubowski GCU...
View ArticleGCU’s culture embraced at rebooted Cyber Center
Julian Vega, a senior IT major with an emphasis in cybersecurity, configures a range network at Grand Canyon University’s Cyber Center of Excellence. The hands-on cyber range is now being fully...
View ArticleFar, far away, GCU sports have alum’s attention
Air Force Master Sergeant Mark Rosewaren is stationed in Afghanistan but watches GCU basketball games on the internet. By Rick Vacek GCU News Bureau Mark Rosewaren is just as devoted to Grand Canyon...
View ArticleStudents’ film talents readily seen in 1-night Festival
By Ashlee Larrison GCU News Bureau There were lights, there were cameras and there was movie magic Thursday night at Grand Canyon University’s College of Fine Arts and Production’s Film Festival....
View ArticleCanyon Worship artists value performing in concert
Worship Arts students Chris Calderon (center) and Logan Myers perform at Canyon Worship East on Friday night at Compass Christian Church in Chandler. (Photo courtesy of Bryson Morrow) By Rick Vacek GCU...
View ArticleSlideshow: Homecoming
Photos by David Kadlubowski GCU News Bureau GCU celebrated homecoming Saturday with a wide array of activities, including an alumni golf tournament, Breakfast with Thunder, the GCU Hall of Fame...
View ArticleInductees honored, inspired at Hall of Fame ceremony
By Ashlee Larrison GCU News Bureau Dr. Kimberly LaPrade, Dean of the College of Education, awarded Sharky Baker his Hall of Fame induction plaque. Presenters told five inspirational stories Saturday...
View ArticleA big Chapel message about the Goliaths we face
Jodi Hickerson put a modern spin on the message of David vs. Goliath when she spoke to Chapel on Monday. Story by Rick Vacek Photos by Gillian Rea GCU News Bureau In slingshotting the story of David...
View ArticleDr. Deb’s Mental Health Vitamin: Love what you see in the mirror!
Dr. Deb Wade By Dr. Deb Wade GCU Vice President, Counseling and Psychological Services “Mirror, mirror on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?” The wicked witch in “Snow White” was so obsessed with...
View ArticleFitness Facts: Get focused during Save Your Vision Month
By Jo Gott Adult Nurse Practitioner – Board Certified, Canyon Health and Wellness Clinic With the coming of spring, people will spend more time outdoors enjoying the sunshine. In addition to wearing...
View ArticleNew booths showcased at Forensic Science Day
Story and photos by Ashlee Larrison GCU News Bureau There were fingerprints, there was blood (fake, of course) and there was a crime scene at Tuesday’s annual Forensic Science Day fair at Grand Canyon...
View ArticleEmergency exercise aids Run to Fight preparedness
By Lana Sweeten-Shults GCU News Bureau “Move back!” a focused Kaely Olmore commands the crowd of onlookers gathered around the scene, pushing the crowd back five feet. “This guy is bleeding!” one of...
View ArticleGrand Canyon Seminary receives full accreditation
The lobby of the College of Theology’s new home, Howerton Hall. By Rick Vacek GCU News Bureau Tom Tanner has visited the Grand Canyon University campus four times. The first time he said, “Wow, it’s...
View ArticleGCU gains accreditation from Association of Theological Schools
PHOENIX (March 6, 2019) – Grand Canyon Theological Seminary at Grand Canyon University has received full accreditation from the Association of Theological Schools. The ATS Commission on Accrediting has...
View ArticleKeep your faith in business, executive tells students
By Rick Vacek GCU News Bureau The Colangelo College of Business teaches students to apply their Christian beliefs to the business world. At no point, however, is it ever suggested that everyone will...
View ArticleLopes Leap to Teach — and lead — in schools
Representatives from 65 school districts turned out for Lopes Leap to Teach on Thursday. By Rick Vacek GCU News Bureau Talk about a big occasion for the vocation: The passion for teaching – and...
View ArticleBicycle program gears up thanks to police officers
GCU Police officers Bill Green (left) and Mark Potts volunteer their skills as bike and auto mechanics. By Lana Sweeten-Shults GCU News Bureau GCU Police officers Mark Potts and Bill Green tend to work...
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