GVSU in photos, July 2026: Trading football for film, research milestones and all the ways we saw the light
See the images that caught our eye in the last month.
Aug 3, 2026
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Welcome to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences! CLAS is the largest of Grand Valley's colleges. Our students choose from more than 50 bachelor degrees (and a growing number of advanced degrees) in the natural and mathematical sciences, the fine arts and humanities, and the social sciences. In fact, all GVSU undergraduates build the foundation for their major studies in general education courses offered by our College.
Programs in the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences
GVNext News
Summer Scholars Showcase highlights discovery across disciplines
Whether in the lab, the library or the community, Grand Valley students embody the curiosity, creativity and dedication that fuel discovery and innovation.
Jul 30, 2026
AWRI, Muskegon celebrate quarter-century of partnership, progress
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Robert B. Annis Water Resources Institute establishing its permanent home on the shores of Muskegon Lake.
Jul 6, 2026
Events
Free Play 54: Timothy McAllister & Liz Ames
September 21, 2026 7:30 PM
Timothy McAllister, saxophone, and Liz Ames, piano, present a dynamic program of recent music.Timothy McAllister is one of the world's leading classical saxophonists, internationally acclaimed for...
Guest Artist Recital: Ying Quartet
October 5, 2026 7:30 PM
Performance by the Grammy award winning Ying Quartet
AI Issues for Proactive Communicators
October 8, 2026 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Today’s communicators are navigating one of the most transformative shifts in professional practice since the advent of social media: the rise of artificial intelligence. AI Issues for Proactive...
Cello Fest Ensemble Concert
October 8, 2026 7:30 PM
Prof. Pablo Mahave-Veglia is joined by guest cellists Andrew Plaissier and Aron Zelkowicz in a program of music by cellist-composers. Also featuring the GVSU Cello studio.
Jazz Ensembles Concert
October 13, 2026 7:30 PM
The GVSU Jazz Symphony (Ryan Christianson, director) and Laker Jazz Combos (Michael Drost, director) perform.
Symphony Orchestra Concert
October 14, 2026 7:30 PM
The GVSU Symphony Orchestra (Dr. Joel Schut, director) performs.