President Philomena V. Mantella has prioritized the University Communicator Network as among the first campus groups she addresses ahead of the new academic year.

Mantella will lead a presentation about communication themes and how they present a framework for messaging to help communicators align content with Grand Valley's strategic plan.

Join us on Thursday, August 7, from 3-4:30 p.m. at the Kirkhof Center, room 2263, on the Valley Campus.

We are excited to share news about a special UCN meeting in October …

Author, motivational speaker and consultant Valerie Garcia will give a presentation about how to tell authentic, purposeful stories and celebrate change in the workplace on October 16, 10-11:30 a.m., at the Alumni House on the Valley Campus.

Please save the date and share with colleagues. An RSVP form will come your way soon. 

Valerie's book, "We're Gonna Need Cake: Celebrating Authentic Leadership in a Messy World," was listed by Forbes among its list of five books to help leaders motivate their teams.

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