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GVSU to celebrate Juneteenth through Jubilee breakfast, community events

The GVSU community is invited to attend the second annual Juneteenth Jubilee breakfast, as well as participate in a variety of local GVSU-sponsored events.

Jun 14, 2024


GVSU community remembers life of Bill Pickard, former board of trustee member

Detroit business mogul and GVSU supporter William Pickard died June 12 at age 83.

Jun 14, 2024


Lakers compete for Miss Michigan titles

This summer, several students and alumni are competing for the title of Miss Michigan through the Miss America and Miss USA organizations.

Jun 13, 2024


Former 'Fab Five' member kicks off Black Boys and Men Symposium

Jalen Rose kicked off the third annual symposium with a keynote presentation before 400 people at the Amway Grand Plaza.

Jun 12, 2024



Survey shows another month of modest growth for West Michigan economy

A GVSU survey of West Michigan purchasing managers and businesses indicates the region's economy continues to chug along at a steady pace after posting a fourth straight month of modest growth.

Jun 11, 2024


Music professor is link to Grand Valley's newest international partnership

Music professor Marlen Vavrikova grew up in Czechia and helped facilitate the exchange between GVSU and the University of Ostrava.

Jun 10, 2024


Varsity, club teams excel on national level

The Lakers' varsity and club athletic teams compiled another championship season, bringing home national titles, NCAA individual titles and the GLIAC President's Cup for the 30th time.

Jun 6, 2024


Harris and Verplank families honored by Grand Valley University Foundation

Each family received the Enrichment Award, an honor that recognizes significant contributions to Grand Valley through philanthropy and community service.

Jun 5, 2024


Tribeca Festival to present world premiere of latest release by GVSU filmmaker

The movie "Vulcanizadora," by Joel Potrykus, was filmed in Grand Rapids and near Manistee.

Jun 4, 2024