News from Grand Valley State University

GVSU in photos: Celebrating Laker graduates at May 2026 Commencement

See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.

May 5, 2026


Shelley Moore, the conference's keynote speaker at the podium.

GVSU-based START Project celebrates 25 years of enhancing educational equity

For a quarter century, START, Statewide Autism Resources Training, has enhanced equity and removed barriers to education to meet the needs of students in Michigan.

May 4, 2026

Joel Potrykus, associate professor of film and video production, speaks during a panel discussion at the Summer Film Project�s 30th anniversary celebration at Wealthy Theatre on April 30, 2026. He has led Summer Film Project productions for the past five years.

GVSU Summer Film Project celebrates 30 years at "Three Divided by Zero" premiere

During the six-week Summer Film Project course, GVSU students fill out the production crew on the film set with professional filmmakers serving as department heads.

May 4, 2026


“Don’t throw away your time”: GVSU winter class of 2026 celebrates Commencement

Over 3,200 members of Grand Valley's Winter Class of 2026 were celebrated during three Commencement ceremonies at Van Andel Arena on May 1 and 2.

May 2, 2026


Business coalition launches inaugural 'Small Biz Week West Michigan' to support and celebrate local entrepreneurship

Seidman College of Business joins with Michigan SBDC, the Grand Rapids Chamber, SCORE and Grow for week-long celebration, spotlighting small business

May 1, 2026


Acrisure Amphitheater to feature opening theme performed by GVSU Orchestra

When the Acrisure Amphitheater in downtown Grand Rapids opens, guests will be greeted by an opening theme performed by the Grand Valley Symphony Orchestra. The recorded work is slated to play before every event at the venue.

May 1, 2026



Laker Navy continues tradition of hosting Lubbers Cup

The Lubbers Cup, now in its third decade, is an early spring benchmark for Midwest rowing teams.

Apr 30, 2026


Acknowledging nature, reflecting on the rebirth of spring: Earth Month 2026 at GVSU

Lakers celebrated the start of spring on Grand Valley’s campus throughout the month of April.

Apr 30, 2026


GVSU expertise part of study examining sometimes differing professional dog-training methods

The information from professional trainers also revealed important common ground.

Apr 30, 2026