News from Grand Valley State University

Striking a Chord: Future educators mentor youth orchestra members

Music education students are gaining professional experience as mentors to youth orchestra members.

Apr 21, 2026


Portrait of Judy Faulkner

Health tech pioneer Judy Faulkner to be honored at Commencement

Faulkner, one of the most influential leaders in the health care and tech sectors, will receive an honorary degree during Winter 2026 Commencement.

Apr 21, 2026

An individual laughs, with a hot glue gun and craft bin seen in the foreground.

Art Buddies: Lakers work with special education students to create playful art pieces

Grand Valley art education students celebrated the conclusion of the two-semester Art Buddies program with a showcase in early April.

Apr 20, 2026


Record financial aid planned as GVSU reports reduced net price for incoming students

Average net price of first-year attendance down by $2,800 over five years thanks to investments in student aid

Apr 17, 2026


Board approves computing Ph.D. program

Grand Valley State University will launch a research doctoral program in computing in the fall, marking a milestone as the first Ph.D. program in the university’s history.

Apr 17, 2026


Birds of GVSU: Finding belonging through birding

As migratory birds return to Michigan, the ornithology club, one of GVSU’s more than 400 student organizations, took full advantage of a sunny Saturday morning to see and hear 35 different species.

Apr 16, 2026


Innovators Summit to connect entrepreneurs, investors in Muskegon

The event, presented by GVSU's Muskegon Innovation Hub, is scheduled for April 21 at the VanDyk Mortgage Convention Center in Muskegon and will highlight the creativity and entrepreneurship shaping the region.

Apr 16, 2026


Stewards of a university: Four presidents reflect on six decades of Grand Valley

They shared stories, challenges and a shared vision for the future of GVSU.

Apr 15, 2026


Apple icon Steve Wozniak to deliver keynote at Winter Commencement ceremonies

Wozniak will speak at each of Grand Valley’s three Commencement ceremonies — 7 p.m. on May 1, and 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on May 2.

Apr 14, 2026


High-achieving students recognized at annual awards convocation

The awards recognize excellence in and out of the classroom.

Apr 13, 2026