The GV NextEd Co-Lab is an incubator founded on the principles of co-design that further GVSU's commitment to creating new paths to and through the University for all learners in all communities.

As an incubator, the Co-Lab values growth and impact equally. Programs that demonstrate product-market fit, measurable achievement of their social–impact KPIs, and a path to sustainability are spun off to existing units within the university or spun out as freestanding entities.

We welcome ideas and new partners and are especially interested in facilitating innovative research and practice ideas from GVSU faculty and students. If you’d like to chat, please reach out to [email protected].

 

Unite resources and knowledge
Explore ground-breaking concepts
Elevate all learners

“GV NextEd Co-Lab is designed so innovative ideas that push public education forward can be implemented. It aligns with our deep commitment to inclusion, our communities and social justice. We will be able to test ideas and rapidly expand those that work, so we can have a profound impact on access and learning outcomes. This concentrated effort will advance the public good in Michigan and around the country.”

President Philomena V. Mantella

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A group of people in blue REP4 shirts stand in front of the ornate entrance of Michigan Central.

Imagining the future of student-led learning at Michigan Central REP4® Detroit Design Blitz

The event was made possible by GVSU’s Charter Schools Office Impact 30 grant.

May 8, 2026

President Mantella stands in front of a turquoise and purple REP4 backdrop and addresses a room full of people.

REP4Ⓡ accelerates student-led learning at 2025 Alliance-Wide gathering

Alliance partners met October 29 & 30 and looked to a future of scaling the program across the country.

Nov 4, 2025

A group of students wearing matching black Fin Lit shirts stand in a circle and hold their hands together in the center.

REP4ⓇFinLit launch rethinks financial literacy for Gen Z

GVSU and the Fifth Third Foundation celebrated the launch of a learner-driven financial literacy tool designed by and for college students.

Sep 23, 2025

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