Grand Valley State University's Education programs are ideal for undergraduate and graduate students to study education, teaching, and counseling. Offering courses in education and teaching since 1964, GVSU provides high-quality programs with small class sizes. With a commitment to educational principles such as active learning, interaction of theory and practice, and learning relevancy, the Education programs offer students the personalized attention needed to become leaders in their fields.
In July 2021, Grand Valley State University merged the College of Education and the College of Community and Public Service into a new college, the College of Education and Community Innovation.
“Through our programs, we educate students to become professionals within fields in which a broader understanding of the larger community remains essential. We see opportunities for interdisciplinary synergies because of our shared focus on community engagement, social justice, and our support for societal structures.” — Dr. Sherril Soman, Dean
Elizabeth Petroelje Stolle, Ph.D., explores the power of collaboration and reflection in her new Springer book, Critical Friendship as a Self-Study Research Tool, offering educators a practical and research-based guide to meaningful professional growth.
Jan 5, 2026
LEFT faculty at GVSU are advancing inclusive excellence through teaching, mentorship, and high-impact research, earning recognition for their commitment to equity, student engagement, and academic innovation.
Dec 18, 2025
Dr. Catherine L. Meyer-Looze is participating in the Michigan ACE Women's Network Senior-Level Leadership Job Shadow Program, where she will explore senior leadership in higher education and apply those insights to strengthen leadership development.
Dec 5, 2025
Breezy Rusher, a December 2025 graduate in social studies and secondary education, found community, led the Educators of Color Network, and explored research and mentorship throughout his Grand Valley experience.
Dec 2, 2025
January 12, 2026 All Day
The Winter 2026 semester begins on Monday, January 12, 2026.
January 15, 2026 All Day
All Application materials are due by January 15th, 2026 Learn more here.
January 19, 2026 All Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day recess, observed holiday
The Education programs' accreditation for our initial teacher preparation programs was most recently renewed by CAEP (the national Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation) in 2019.
