Winter 2025 Finals
Finals are fast approaching, see the schedule in this article.
Mar 31, 2025
Welcome to Occupational Safety and Health Management at GVSU!
The fully ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Health Management (OSHM) degree at Grand Valley is designed to equip individuals with the essential skills for entry-level positions in safety management, industrial hygiene, and environmental protection, while concurrently laying the groundwork for professional certification. The demand for proficient, fully-qualified safety professionals is on the rise in Michigan and across the nation.
WHY STUDY OSHM AT GVSU?
Accredited program
Teaching-oriented approach
Professional certification upon graduation
Hands-on Learning
Paid internships
Nearly 100% job placement
“I would advise someone who is new to this field to never stop learning. Some people think that once you get a degree, that's it and you're done. That's very limiting! Industries and safety are always changing and advancing, whether it's with technology or standards. That means your learning should never stop”
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Kasey Wesley '20
Mission
To prepare exceptional professionals who will impact the safety and health of today and tomorrow's workforce.
Vision
To create a learning environment that fosters critical thinking, ethical behavior, and encourages life long learning.
Core Values
- Professional and ethical behavior
- Respect and appreciation of differences
- Life long learning
- Social responsibility
News
Internship Informational Meeting
A brief meeting will be held that is required for OSH 490 students to attend in EC617.
Feb 20, 2025
Michigan Safety Conference 2025
The Michigan Safety Conference will be held on April 15th and 16th, 2025 in Lansing, MI.
Feb 14, 2025
Events
Michigan Safety Conference 2025
April 15, 2025 All Day
The Michigan Safety Conference is a volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the improvement of workplace safety and health practices in the State of Michigan. The Michigan Safety...
Michigan Safety Conference 2025
April 16, 2025 All Day
The Michigan Safety Conference is a volunteer organization dedicated to promoting the improvement of workplace safety and health practices in the State of Michigan. The Michigan Safety...
Senior / Alumni Spotlights
Alex Rautio '15
"The OSH program prepared me for the field by giving me confidence that I knew what I was talking about and that I was doing the right thing for the people around me. The program prepped me with the tools I needed to be a successful safety professional."