News from Grand Valley State University

Remembering the game that changed Grand Valley football

Grand Valley upset No. 1 Northern Michigan, 31-14, on Nov. 13, 1976, giving the Lakers one of their most defining victories in program history.

Nov 9, 2026


A Grand Valley football helmet sits among footballs and training equipment, with the Lakers' blue-and-white GV logo prominently displayed.

Lakers enter final stretch with Northern Michigan visit

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

Nov 5, 2026

GVSU Valley Campus Sign

GVPD to host annual campus safety tour Friday

The tour will run from noon to 2 p.m., starting in the customer service lobby of the Service Building on the Valley Campus.

Nov 4, 2026


“This is a day of celebration”: GVSU community participates in Election Day

The celebration started with a performance from the Laker Marching Band and ended with a student Stroll to the Polls.

Nov 3, 2026


Mantella op-ed: Gap remains between students who register to vote and those who cast ballots

For Bridge Michigan, Mantella urged universities to help students move beyond voter registration to lifelong civic participation.

Nov 2, 2026


GVSU remembers and honors passed loved ones at Día de los Muertos event

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a day of remembrance for loved ones who have passed. The holiday traditionally takes place on November 1- 2, welcoming loved ones’ spirits, honoring and celebrating them.

Nov 2, 2026



GVSU joins over 50 colleges and universities in National Student Success Project

The National Student Success Project seeks to address concerns from students and families about the value of a college degree through five core commitments.

Nov 2, 2026


GVSU Women's Rugby Club forms bonds for a lifetime

The GVSU Women's Club Rugby Team faces the same challenge at the start of every season: Training up players with no experience in the sport.

Oct 29, 2026


GVSU-supported workshop helps educators explore digital storytelling

A free workshop series from WGVU Public Media is helping educators bring video and audio storytelling into K-12 learning spaces.

Oct 29, 2026