Commencement speaker is self-described 'hope dealer'

Shannon Cohen, '00 and '11, a self-described 'hope dealer,' will be the keynote speaker for the Fall Commencement ceremony on December 9 at Van Andel Arena.

Dec 6, 2023


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MVE-Lab winner plans hub to help vets better understand benefits

A former Marine earned $10,000 for his startup idea of developing a hub that would help veterans better understand their benefits and overcome barriers to success.

Dec 5, 2023

water bottle, Battle Creek Pipeline Scholars, GVSU, sits next to a MacAir laptop

Final cohort of pipeline scholars finds career paths through internships

Nearly 50 students have received full scholarships from a partnership with Battle Creek Public Schools and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

Dec 4, 2023


University Libraries & Dematic partner to provide scholarship opportunity for students

Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to those who answer one simple question: What does ASRS stand for?

Dec 1, 2023


GVSU in photos, November 2023: Celebrating milestones, traditions and new seasons

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Dec 1, 2023


Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on becoming Lakers

Four Lakers talk about connections, growth and lessons learned.

Nov 30, 2023


Wheelhouse Talks series to feature KCON's Tricia Thomas

The Wheelhouse Talks, a signature program of the Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy, presents leaders from a variety of backgrounds to share their philosophies and expertise with the Laker community.

Nov 30, 2023


Grand Valley takes on Harding in Division II quarterfinals

The No. 2-seed Lakers meet the top-seeded Bisons in the Super Region Three final at 2 p.m. Saturday in Harding's home of Searcy, Arkansas. It's the first meeting between the teams.

Nov 30, 2023


Mary Idema Pew Library celebrates 10th anniversary

Created as a prototype for 21st century learning, the space introduced innovative, student-focused designs.

Nov 28, 2023


No. 2 Grand Valley, No. 5 Pittsburg State meet in Division II playoffs

Grand Valley's quest for a Division II football national championship cleared a major hurdle last Saturday. Now, it's on to the Lakers' next opponent in the playoffs.

Nov 23, 2023