College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Welcome to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences! CLAS is the largest of Grand Valley's colleges. Our students choose from more than 50 bachelor degrees (and a growing number of advanced degrees) in the natural and mathematical sciences, the fine arts and humanities, and the social sciences. In fact, all GVSU undergraduates build the foundation for their major studies in general education courses offered by our College.

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Programs in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences

Students smiling at the Oliver Thompson Scholars event

GVNext News

Jeff Rogg poses for a portrait in front of an Aston Martin DB5.

Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies

Hauenstein Center to host expert on U.S. intelligence operations

The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies welcomes Jeff Rogg to Grand Valley for a discussion on U.S. security and intelligence operations.

Apr 6, 2026

The Transformational Link is seen through raindrops on a window from James H. Zumberge Hall March 26.

Laker Life

GVSU in Photos, March 2026: A spectrum of light, early STEM appreciation and repeat champions

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Apr 1, 2026

A GVSU professor smiles while posing for a photo.

GVSU Experts

GVSU Expert: A Q&A exploring what it means to return to the moon

Deana Weibel, professor of anthropology, reflects on this lunar mission, which includes a crew member with strong West Michigan ties.

Mar 30, 2026

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Events

Dr. Keivan G. Stassun: Student Scholars Day Keynote Speaker (INT 100/201 approved)

April 7, 2026 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Dr. Keivan G. Stassun, Stevenson Professor of Astrophysics and Director of the Frist Center for Autism & Innovation, Vanderbilt University. The Neurodiversity Revolution: Tapping the Human...

Tabling in Kirkhof Center on Student Scholars Day: Opportunities for Summer Internships and Post-Graduation Work and Service

April 8, 2026 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Come join us on the 30th Annual Student Scholars Day in the Kirkhof Center Lobby to explore opportunities for summer internships and post-graduation work and service. Tabling in the main Kirkhof Center...