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GVSU Awarded GenCyber Grant to Host 2027 Cybersecurity Camp

The College of Computing is excited to share that Dr. Andrew Kalafut and Dr. Sara Sutton have been awarded a GenCyber grant to bring a cybersecurity summer camp to Grand Valley State University in 2027.

Awards College Updates Cybersecurity Innovation Research

Published August 28, 2026 by Allison Bazaire

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A Summer of Discovery: Undergraduate Researchers Find New Possibilities Through SURGE

Through interdisciplinary research, faculty mentorship and a summer spent asking big questions, College of Computing students discovered new possibilities for their research and their futures.

College Updates Research undergraduate Undergraduate

Published August 28, 2026 by Allison Bazaire

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Dr. Rebecca Jonas on Designing Technology Around People

A movie and a cross-country road trip may seem like unlikely starting points for a career in computing research. For Dr. Rebecca Jonas, both helped spark questions she is still exploring today.

College Updates Faculty Human Centered Computing Research Women in tech

Published August 21, 2026 by Allison Bazaire

Evolving Better Networks: College of Computing Receives Research Grant to Improve Wi-Fi Performance

Grand Valley State University College of Computing Associate Professor Erik Fredericks is exploring a new way to improve the software behind the networks we rely on every day.

Awards College Updates Faculty Grants Research

Published August 18, 2026 by Sarah Schaible

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Dr. Sara Sutton Awarded Competitive Comcast Innovation Fund Grant to Advance Quantum Cybersecurity Research

Sutton has been awarded a highly competitive Comcast Innovation Fund grant to support her research project, "Quantum-Aware Software-Defined Networking (SDN) Security."

Awards College Updates Cybersecurity Faculty Grants Innovation Research Women in tech

Published August 7, 2026 by Allison Bazaire

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Dr. Shakil Ahmed on Quantum Computing

Computing’s rapid evolution is creating opportunities that extend far beyond the research community.

College Updates computer science Cybersecurity Research

Published July 31, 2026 by Allison Bazaire

Marcos presents digital evolution research on the global stage in Japan

College Updates Research

Published November 21, 2025 by Santiago Castellanos Donoso

The international conference MODELS 2025 brings global computing leaders to Grand Rapids, showcasing GVSU’s expanding role in innovation

MODELS 2025: Global Conference held at GVSU

Events Global partnerships Research

Published October 13, 2025 by Shelby Harrison

President Philomena V. Mantella speaks as part of "Tech Talks: Health & Technology" at the DeVos Center's Loosemore Auditorium in Grand Rapids on September 16.

College of Computing highlights AI, Health Care, and Industry partnerships at Tech Week

From panels and competitions to networking events, GVSU’s College of Computing faculty, students, and alumni were leading by showcasing how GVSU bridges research, education, and industry to shape the future of technology.

Partnerships Research

Published September 26, 2025 by Shelby Harrison & Santiago Castellanos

Kristen Vu, assistant professor and Medical Dosimetry Program Director, speaks as part of "Tech Talks: Health & Technology" at the DeVos Center's Loosemore Auditorium in Grand Rapids on September 16

GVSU faculty, researchers highlight AI’s role in future of medicine

GVSU’s Tech Talks: Health & Technology highlighted how AI is transforming healthcare education, patient care, and treatment planning, preparing students to responsibly use AI for better outcomes.

Artificial Intelligence Research

Published September 16, 2025 by Brian Vernellis

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GVFaces: Kevin Maupin

Dr. Kevin Maupin, a GVSU alum and new College of Computing faculty member, brings a rare blend of biomedical research and computing expertise to mentor students and advance innovation in health care and biotechnology.

Alumni Faculty Partnerships Research

Published September 16, 2025 by Shelby Harrison

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Dr. Samir Iqbal joins GVSU’s College of Computing as associate dean of Research

With a career that bridges cutting-edge innovation and global impact, Samir Iqbal has joined Grand Valley State University’s College of Computing as the associate dean of Research.

College Updates Research

Published September 4, 2025 by Shelby Harrison

Dr. Jiaxin Du receives DOJ-funded award to advance justice through AI research

Dr. Jiaxin Du, assistant professor in the College of Computing, has been awarded a subaward from Cleveland State University as part of the U.S. Department of Justice’s FY 21 National Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI).

Grants Research

Published August 28, 2025 by Shelby Harrison

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Dr. Naureen Hoque joins GVSU's College of Computing, bringing expertise in wireless security and AI defense

Dr. Naureen Hoque, the newest faculty member to join Grand Valley State University (GVSU)'s College of Computing, specializes in wireless security, AI-powered threat defense, and quantum-resistant communications.

Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Faculty Innovation Research

Published June 24, 2025 by Shelby Harrison.

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Detecting forest threats with AI and Drones: College of Computing faculty receives MTRAC grant

Dr. Rahat Ibn Rafiq, assistant professor in the College of Computing at GVSU, has been awarded a $43,284 grant from Michigan State Universitys MTRAC AgBio Innovation Hub, along with matching funds.

Artificial Intelligence College Updates Cybersecurity Environmental conservation Faculty Grants Innovation Research

Published May 29, 2025 by Shelby Harrison.

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From the OR to GVSU: New GVSU faculty Dr. Talha Khan brings award-winning mixed reality research

Dr. Talha Khan is joining GVSU's College of Computing, bringing cutting-edge research in mixed reality and healthcare to the classroom and putting vital data directly into the hands (and sightlines) of those who need it most.

Artificial Intelligence College Updates Faculty Healthcare Innovation Mentorship Research

Published April 7, 2025 by Shelby Harrison.

NASA-Funded Grant to Advance Cybersecurity Research at Grand Valley

Dr. Sutton was recently awarded a NASA-funded grand through the Michigan Space Grant Consortium.

Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Faculty Graduate Grants Innovation Research

Published April 3, 2025 by Maxwell Ritchie

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GVSU to offer degree programs in artificial intelligence

As artificial intelligence continues to permeate industries across West Michigan, Grand Valley State University is making sure its students are prepared for the future.

Artificial Intelligence College Updates Research

Published March 7, 2025 by Alina Hauter and reported on Fox 17 News. View the video accompanying this piece.

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338% surge in West Michigan AI job postings prompts GVSU to create new degrees

In an attempt to better prepare students joining a workforce that increasingly utilizes Artificial Intelligence (AI), Grand Valley State University is creating four new degree programs.

Artificial Intelligence Careers College Updates computer science Human Centered Computing Innovation Partnerships Research

Published February 27, 2025 by Danielle James featured on mLive and Government Technology.

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AI degrees among new GVSU computing programs slated to strengthen Michigan tech talent pipeline

Grand Valley State University plans to offer bachelor's and master's degrees in Artificial Intelligence as part of an expansion of College of Computing programs.

Artificial Intelligence Careers College Updates Faculty Graduate Innovation Partnerships Research undergraduate

Published February 21, 2025 by Peg West on GVNext.