Robert Vera

Freshman locks in a Canyon Challenge win with Hair Haven

Less than a year ago, Kara Hairston planned to leave Scottsdale for a California college. But after visiting Canyon Ventures, Hairston became hooked on GCU's […]

Canyon Challenge, fall 2025

Students competed for $12,500 in cash prizes in Friday's Canyon Challenge at Sunset Auditorium. Kara Hairston, founder and CEO of Hair Haven, was named the […]

Students find purpose by catering food to churches

A church pickleball tournament gave GCU students Troy Edwards and Rye Samson an idea that has come full circle. Edwards and Samson have taken their […]

Grad student's activewear can't be contained

In a market dominated by the likes of Lululemon, Grand Canyon University graduate student Maria Sartin isn't afraid of competition. Sartin's Uncontainable company featuring women's […]

GCU places five on AZ Inno Under 25 list

Grand Canyon University continues to make a strong presence in the Valley with its entrepreneurship and innovation. That was illustrated by the fact that five […]

Want to be great? Elevate, says Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer

It takes more than talent to succeed in basketball or business. The ones who reach the elite level are willing to outwork everyone, whether it's […]

Student hoping to turn heads with hair treatment business finds a home at GCU

RaSean McMiller was ready to continue his studies and hair treatment business to Florida. But a detour to Grand Canyon University has proven to be […]

GCU provides springboard for Peoria entrepreneurs

GCU's Entrepreneur Training Program is making an impact in the city of Peoria, which held its first Demo Day event featuring local entrepreneurs. Alexis Szewczyk, […]

Mission accomplished: Canyon Ventures director honored for impacting students

For the last six years, Robert Vera has embarked on "a personal mission to be significant in the lives of others." That commitment was reciprocated […]