GVSU in Photos, August 2026: Kicking off the new year
See the images that caught our eye in the last month.
Sep 2, 2026
Lakers opens their doors to Purdue Northwest after devastating storm
When Purdue Northwest needed a place for its women’s soccer team to train and stay following a catastrophic storm, Grand Valley answered the call. For three days, the Lions found a home in Allendale — and discovered a partnership that extended well beyond the playing field.
Sep 1, 2026
Melanie Shell-Weiss shares vision as new Dean of the Libraries and Art Museum
Shell-Weiss was appointed dean by Provost Jennifer Drake after serving as interim dean since 2025.
Sep 1, 2026
Lakers back home for White Out game with West Texas A&M
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.
Aug 31, 2026
GVSU Expert: A Q&A about having civil discussions during election season
Dan Cope was named the faculty fellow for the Center for Civil Discourse, bringing expertise in civic participation and elections.
Aug 31, 2026
Laker Kickoff celebrates new year with spirited welcome for students
The Aug. 28 event on the Valley Campus featured festivities at Lubbers Stadium, a lawn party and more.
Aug 28, 2026
GVSU Police Academy celebrates 57th graduating class on Valley Campus
After 17 weeks of training, the Grand Valley State University Police Academy's summer cadre celebrated their graduation. The academy's 24 recruits, their instructors and their families filled the Louis Armstrong Theatre on August 26.
Aug 26, 2026
Move-In 2026: Lakers return, boost campus vibrancy
Students settled in with plenty of support.
Aug 26, 2026
Aiming high: Lakers football opens 2026 season
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.
Aug 25, 2026
10 things every new Laker must know
As students head back to campus and GVSU comes to life, here are 10 things that every incoming Laker should know.
Aug 24, 2026
