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Athletics

Lakers earn NCAA berths after sweeping GLIAC Tournaments

For the first time in 20 seasons, both teams swept their respective GLIAC Tournaments and secured their spots in the NCAA Division II Tournament.

Mar 9, 2026


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Center for Women and Gender Equity

Women's History Month kicks off with summit for middle, high school students

Keynote speaker Sharnell James challenged participants to be unapologetically themselves.

Mar 9, 2026

Senior forward Abbey McCallion celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against Eastern Michigan.
Laker Life

‘It means everything’: GVSU Women’s Ice Hockey Club cherishes opportunity to continue playing

For 18 years, the GVSU Women’s Ice Hockey Club has extended the playing careers of young athletes transitioning from high school to college. The team members who have played the sport their entire lives said they are grateful for the opportunity.

Mar 5, 2026


Board of Trustees

Two Lakers slated to join GVSU board in 2027

Kentwood Superintendent Kevin Polston and communications entrepreneur Ryan Irvin appointed by Gov. Whitmer to eight-year terms

Mar 4, 2026

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Athletics

Title chase: Lakers have sights set on national championships

From the inaugural NCAA women’s wrestling championship to the women’s basketball team defending its 2025 national championship, Laker teams are positioned for another postseason run.

Mar 4, 2026

A smiling women's basketball player sits on a confetti-covered floor with her arm around the national championship trophy.

Laker Life

GVSU in Photos, February 2026: Celebrating Black History Month, more success for champions and a longstanding Laker tradition

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

Mar 2, 2026

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Laker Life

Lakers dance the night away at Presidents’ Ball

Lakers celebrated “A Red Carpet Soiree” at the 2026 Presidents’ Ball.

Mar 2, 2026

Students take to the dance floor at the President's Ball at GLC Live at 20 Monroe February 28.

TRIO

National TRIO Day celebrates support systems that turn potential into futures

Grand Valley's 11 programs, including Detroit, held events to celebrate students, partnerships.

Feb 24, 2026

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College of Computing

GVSU launches free AI literacy course for community learners 

A free, online course from Grand Valley will help community learners build a practical understanding of artificial intelligence and how to use it responsibly in their everyday lives.

Feb 24, 2026

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College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

“It’s the start of something that’s going to be really great”

The GVSU Speech and Debate team entered its first competitions in December, sending four competitors to Indianapolis for two tournaments that proved successful for the inexperienced team.

Feb 23, 2026

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