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Recreation and Wellness

Game Changers: Women-only esports team does well in premiere competition

The Laker Esports Center has intentionally hosted women-only game nights and recruited women and students from diverse genders to play on teams.

Apr 30, 2024

Sydney Lim from the back with her esports jersey on, No. 7 with name Slim, giving two thumbs up

Alumni

Winter Class of 2024 honored during Commencement ceremonies

Over 3,100 graduates of the Winter Class of 2024 were recognized and celebrated by GVSU academic leaders and supporters on April 26 and 27, with a Commencement address given by guest speaker Timothy Shriver.

Apr 27, 2024

A graduate proudly holds up his diploma as he crosses the stage during Commencement.

Office of the Provost

Top students will be recognized at annual award convocation

The Student Award Convocation on April 8 will recognize top scholars and students who will receive Excellence-in-a-Discipline Award.

Apr 2, 2024

Aseel Ayesh standing outside in a maroon hajib

Office of Student Life

Alternative Breaks: Students provide service at organizations across the country

Through Alternative Breaks, student groups traveled across the country on six trips, including one to Ohio's largest no-kill animal shelter.

Mar 12, 2024

student hugs a dog who is outside in a pen at an animal shelter

University News

GVSU Board hears how university is expanding access, capacity for all learners

Trustees met on February 23.

Feb 23, 2024

One person smiles as another speaks. Microphones are before them.

Division of Student Affairs

GVSU fosters voter engagement ahead of Michigan primary

GVSU's Office of Student Life is hosting events to educate the campus community and provide accessible voting opportunities.

Feb 20, 2024

Several buttons that read 'GVSU Votes!' on a table.

Presidential Initiatives

Presidents' Ball award winners celebrate in style

Event included presentation of Laker of the Year awards, Presidential Appreciation Award, Student Award for Faculty Excellence

Feb 13, 2024

Award winner Michelle Rhodes on stage at the President's Ball

Commencement

GVSU Fall Class of 2023 honored during Commencement ceremony

The 1,323 graduates of the Fall Class of 2023 were recognized and celebrated by GVSU academic leaders and supporters on December 9.

Dec 9, 2023

A member of the class of 2023 returns to his seat after getting his diploma.

Alumni

Commencement speaker is self-described 'hope dealer'

Shannon Cohen, '00 and '11, a self-described 'hope dealer,' will be the keynote speaker for the Fall Commencement ceremony on December 9 at Van Andel Arena.

Dec 6, 2023

Shannon Cohen in black dress standing before colorful artwork

Veterans

New director of Military and Veteran Resources Center named

Shane Scherer earned a master of public administration degree from Grand Valley in 2011.

Nov 9, 2023

Shane Scherer standing outside in a blue GV golf shirt

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