Mental health summit focuses on belonging

Student panelists discussed their mental health and well-being experiences.

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Article by Patricia Stow Bolea

Faculty and staff sketches

Michelle Walters and Joy Murerwa were interviewed about a partnership to support REP4 FinLit.

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What's happening on campus

Homecoming is Nov. 7-8. All Laker families are invited to the University Club Trunk or Treat on Oct. 30.

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Leaders honored at annual awards event

Awards and scholarships were presented by two affinity groups, an academic department and a social justice center.

Featured

October 14, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 4)

500 students attend Undergraduate Research Fair

Representatives from academic departments and local organizations engaged students with information about research and internship opportunities.

October 14, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 4)
Article by Joseph Martin

On-campus flu vaccination clinics announced

Clinics are scheduled through October for retirees, benefit-eligible faculty and staff, and their dependents.

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Faculty and staff sketches

Crain's Grand Rapids Business recognized Sherri Fannon as a leader in health care technology.

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New honor society launched for adult learners

Alpha Sigma Lambda is the nation's oldest and largest honor society exclusively for adult learners.

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First-Year Learning Community weekend trip creates sense of belonging for students

Students in the paired courses explored the process of dune formation, went on a bird-watching hike and learned about citizen science.

October 14, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 4)

Johnson Center launches program to connect faculty, nonprofits

The Juan Olivarez Learning Equity Endowment will support the program. Deadline to apply is mid-November.

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Call for proposals for Leadership Summit

Faculty, staff, students, alumni and community partners are invited to submit a proposal through November 9.

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GEAR UP holds first statewide event for high school students

Students at the event participated in on-site admissions at GVSU and other universities.

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What's happening on campus

Upcoming events include a Grand Rapids Symphony concert honoring Doug and Barbara Kindschi, and Poetry Night with Pulitzer Prize winner Tyehimba Jess.

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Creative Innovation Lab opens, celebrates idea 10 years in the making

The lab provides GVSU faculty and students with state-of-the-art resources and knowledgeable staff to support a broad range of initiatives.

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Article by Matt Cooke

Changes at Steelcase Library highlight available resources

Updates to the space include a new University Testing Center, which will celebrate a grand opening on October 16.

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Article by Sofia Ellis

Three campus night tours planned

Tours are planned for October 8, 13 and 16.

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Article by Thomas Chavez

GVSU theater opens season with WWII drama

'Wrens' follows the Women's Royal Naval Service as they face duty, secrets and shifting loyalties.

September 30, 2025 (Volume 49, Number 3)
Article by Joseph Martin

Faculty and staff sketches

President Philomena V. Mantella was interviewed about the expansion of the Grand Rapids Promise. Faculty member Ari Mokdad earned a fellowship to create art in Italy.

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Proposals for Teach-In accepted through mid-October

Proposals for sessions and posters will be accepted through October 20. The Teach-In is November 12-13.

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In Memoriam

This space pays tribute to the people who helped shape Grand Valley, such as Charles Baker-Clark.

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