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Programs

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MBSAC event with students and instructors.

Laker Open House

Join us for an information-packed day on campus. Take part in a dynamic array of events and learn about our campus, majors, and our community.

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The GV Pledge makes a first-class education accessible for students with limited family assets.

Marketing and Branding Student Advisory Council

The MBSAC is a way for students to gain professional experience and provide feedback on university marketing tactics. The next opportunity to participate is September 29. Sign up now!

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Grand Valley offers over 350 programs, combining rigorous academics with hands-on learning to meet your educational and career goals.

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Two campuses.

Endless possibilities.

Grand Valley State University offers two distinct campus experiences to enrich your academic journey. The Valley Campus in Allendale serves as the university’s academic, residential, and social hub, providing a vibrant college atmosphere with abundant resources and support. Meanwhile, the City Campus, located in downtown Grand Rapids (Michigan’s second-largest city) includes the Robert C. Pew and Health campuses, and hosts many professional programs such as business, engineering, and health care.

148,109

Alumni

80+

Study Abroad Programs

2,300,300

Titles Held at Library

350+

Student Organizations

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News

Gustavo Alonzo, a member of the GVSU Boxing Club, laughs while encouraging a student to try out punching gloves during Campus Life Night.

National award recognizes GVSU's commitment to belonging

GVSU received an Insight Into Academia award for dedication to academic excellence and belonging.

Biologist Leroy Hood discusses his research during a Tech Week event at Grand Valley.

GVSU, renowned biologist explore what’s next in healthcare

The goal for future healthcare systems will be defined by the four P’s — predictive, preventive, personalized and participatory — according to biologist Leroy Hood.

A Grand Valley football player carries the football while a teammate blocks for him,

Family Weekend features No. 6 Lakers’ matchup against Judson

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.

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Tech Week Grand Rapids: College of Engineering launches Blue Spark, connects with entrepreneurs

Area industry leaders learned how engineering faculty and students can partner with entrepreneurs to solve problems together.

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Events

2026 Laker Family Weekend Fun(d) Run

Saturday, September 19, 2026

9:00 a.m.

Recreation & Wellness is proud to host the 4th annual GVSU Family Weekend FUN(D) Run on Saturday, September 19, 2026 @ 9am on the Valley Campus. Participants will start and end by the Cook Carillon Tower, with views of our spectacular campus in Allenda...

Barbara Kindschi Greenhouse Family Weekend Open House

Saturday, September 19, 2026

10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Come and visit the beautiful plant collection located in the Barbara Kindschi Greenhouse! We are located on the second floor of the Kindschi Hall of Science, room 2241. There will be some free plants for the first 200 visitors!

Alumni & Student Small Business Market

Saturday, September 19, 2026

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Support alumni- and student-owned businesses during Laker Family Weekend! While youre on campus, stop by the Alumni from apparel and artwork to food itemsall created by fellow Lakers. Its a fun way to shop local while supporting the creativity of Grand...

Spirit Youth Clinic 2026

Saturday, September 19, 2026

4:30 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.

Join us for our Spirit Youth Clinic on Saturday, September 19th at GVSU! Little Lakers will spend the afternoon learning from the Laker Dance Team and GVSU Cheer Team, participating in a fun-filled clinic featuring choreography, spirit techniques, and...