‘Waddle of Honor’: Celebration honors and salutes student veteran graduates

Friends, family, faculty and staff gathered at the Kirkhof Center on April 22 to honor and celebrate 19 Laker veterans and service members who will be graduating during commencement ceremonies this weekend.

Apr 24, 2024


A wide shot of Van Andel Arena during Grand Valley's Commencement.

Over 3,100 students to participate in Commencement ceremonies, Timothy Shriver to give Commencement address

Grand Valley's three ceremonies will take place in Van Andel Arena on April 26 & 27. Timothy Shriver, chair of Special Olympics International, will be the guest speaker at the Friday evening and Saturday morning ceremonies.

Apr 23, 2024

Jalen Rose in a portrait against a brick wall

GVSU will host third annual Black Boys and Men National Symposium

Keynote speakers and featured presenters are announced for the June 12-14 symposium, held at the Amway Grand Plaza.

Apr 22, 2024


Laker Dance and Cheer teams claim national championships

The teams brought back a combined six national titles, in addition to other accolades.

Apr 18, 2024


Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on their time as Lakers

Five Lakers share how GVSU helped launch their futures.

Apr 18, 2024


Why do teachers stay? CECI programs show success in retention for early-career teachers

Two mentoring programs from CECI are proving to be valuable tactics in retaining young teachers in Battle Creek Public Schools.

Apr 17, 2024


Cuts at the Clock

There is more behind this campus collaboration than offering free haircuts to students.

Apr 16, 2024


Five innovations we saw at the Reach Higher Showcase

About 150 projects were presented to a crowd of over 400 people at the Reach Higher Showcase on April 12. Here are five presentations from the event.

Apr 15, 2024


Truth Initiative grant supports adoption, implementation of updated smoke-free policy

The grant will be used to create resources to bring awareness to the policy and educational materials about tobacco cessation.

Apr 15, 2024


Hauenstein Center panel to offer insights on patriotism

GVSU's Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies and its Common Ground Initiative welcome three guest speakers to address and explore the contemporary understanding of patriotism among Americans in the early 21st century.

Apr 15, 2024