News from Grand Valley State University

GVSU Expert: A Q&A on what disease outbreaks reveal about public health

Ronke Olawale, assistant professor in the School of Social Work, discusses what the cyclosporiasis and Ebola outbreaks reveal about disease prevention, health care access and the importance of understanding the social and environmental factors that shape public health.

Sep 21, 2026


Gustavo Alonzo, a member of the GVSU Boxing Club, laughs while encouraging a student to try out punching gloves during Campus Life Night.

National award recognizes GVSU's commitment to belonging

GVSU received an Insight Into Academia award for dedication to academic excellence and belonging.

Sep 18, 2026


GVSU, renowned biologist explore what’s next in healthcare

The goal for future healthcare systems will be defined by the four P’s — predictive, preventive, personalized and participatory — according to biologist Leroy Hood.

Sep 17, 2026


Family Weekend features No. 6 Lakers’ matchup against Judson

For full coverage of GVSU football, including broadcast info, news, features, highlights, press conferences and more, follow @GVSUFootball on social media and on the GVSU Athletics website.

Sep 17, 2026


Tech Week Grand Rapids: College of Engineering launches Blue Spark, connects with entrepreneurs

Area industry leaders learned how engineering faculty and students can partner with entrepreneurs to solve problems together.

Sep 16, 2026


Replenish unveils updated space to better serve students

Changes include new freezer space and an updated layout to better accommodate visitors and volunteers.

Sep 16, 2026


GVSU and Van Andel Institute partner to launch AI Research and Innovation Institute

The institute will also serve as a facilitator of shared seminars, workshops and collaborative projects that connect students and researchers across both institutions.

Sep 16, 2026


Dance performances highlight GVSU at ArtPrize 2026

Unique dance is 'choose your adventure'; psychology will host an evening of science and art

Sep 15, 2026


Former astronaut brings message of civic responsibility to campus

John Herrington serves on the steering committee of Astronauts for America, a nonprofit, nonpartisan group of former NASA astronauts that promotes civic participation and voter registration.

Sep 15, 2026