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National, community leaders highlight events during MLK Commemoration Week
January 12, 2026
Derrick Johnson, president and CEO of the NAACP, will kick off a week of activities.
GVSU survey: West Michigan economy remains soft heading into 2026
January 8, 2026
Survey reveals widespread uncertainty, confusion on region's 2026 economic forecast.
GVSU in 2025: A review of the headlines, images and moments
December 17, 2025
Let's take a look back at a busy year for Lakers.
GVSU data shows West Michigan economy "softening"
December 10, 2025
Survey indicates business confidence flipped to negative in November.
GVSU in Photos: Celebrating Laker graduates at December 2025 Commencement
December 9, 2025
See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.
"Thrilling and terrifying": Experts discuss AI's rapid rise in health sciences
December 5, 2025
College of Computing's Innovation Day showcases the growing impact of AI on medical discovery.
Laker Raker drone sweeps 4,700 pieces of plastic from Lake Michigan shoreline
November 24, 2025
The majority of items collected — 68 percent — were hard plastic fragments.
Grand Valley, Oakland Community College sign cybersecurity transfer agreement
November 12, 2025
The articulation agreement runs through September 30, 2028.
GVSU report: West Michigan economy holds steady amid tariff challenges
November 12, 2025
The state’s jobless rate held at about 5.2% in the latest data, ranking 48th in the nation.
How GVSU students are helping shape the future of Michigan's parks
November 12, 2025
Student-led analysis of guest surveys provides valuable data on a park's amenities and resources.