Kyle Kooyers standing in front of colorful artwork that reflects his bow tie

Kooyers continues building community as director of Kaufman Interfaith Institute

Kyle Kooyers has made notable contributions and community connections over the past decade since he joined the team.

Mar 23, 2026

Paige VanStee, named the Midwest Regional’s Most Valuable Player, holds the Elite Eight ticket as teammates celebrate after a win over Northwood in the NCAA Division II Midwest Regional Championship on March 16 in the GVSU Fieldhouse Arena.

GVSU women's basketball seeks title repeat in NCAA Division II Tournament

The Grand Valley women's basketball team punched its ticket to the NCAA Division II Elite Eight after winning another Midwest Regional title.

Mar 23, 2026

Robert Shorty, left, and Derrick Johnson on stage seated in the Kirkhof Center, GVSU vertical banners behind them

MLK

NAACP president: 'Do well for yourself, do good for your neighbors'

Derrick Johnson gave a rescheduled MLK keynote presentation in the Kirkhof Center.

Mar 18, 2026

Center for Women and Gender Equity

EqualiTEA celebrates Women's History Month with connection, healing and solidarity

The annual event was hosted by the Gayle R. Davis Center for Women and Gender Equity on March 17, inviting the campus community to connect over a cup of tea to share stories and honor the exceptional women at GVSU.

Mar 17, 2026

A person pours tea from a coffee urn into a blue mug with text on it that reads �Center for Women and Gender Equity, Equali-Tea�.

Giving

Support student success during Day of Giving, March 26

The GVSU community can choose from hundreds of funds to support.

Mar 16, 2026

three cheerleaders in black GVSU uniforms with white pompoms, Day of Giving 2026

Seidman College of Business

GVSU research: West Michigan economy shows modest rebound

West Michigan’s recent slowdown in economic growth appears to be subsiding, according to data collected by a GVSU researcher.

Mar 10, 2026

Low angle photo of L. William Seidman Center's main entrance

Athletics

Lakers earn NCAA berths after sweeping GLIAC Tournaments

For the first time in 20 seasons, both teams swept their respective GLIAC Tournaments and secured their spots in the NCAA Division II Tournament.

Mar 9, 2026

A Lakers men's basketball player drives toward the basket with an opponent guarding him.

Center for Women and Gender Equity

Women's History Month kicks off with summit for middle, high school students

Keynote speaker Sharnell James challenged participants to be unapologetically themselves.

Mar 9, 2026

speaker in white polo shirt with left arm raised before a group of people seated at tables

Laker Life

‘It means everything’: GVSU Women’s Ice Hockey Club cherishes opportunity to continue playing

For 18 years, the GVSU Women’s Ice Hockey Club has extended the playing careers of young athletes transitioning from high school to college. The team members who have played the sport their entire lives said they are grateful for the opportunity.

Mar 5, 2026

Senior forward Abbey McCallion celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against Eastern Michigan.

Board of Trustees

Two Lakers slated to join GVSU board in 2027

Kentwood Superintendent Kevin Polston and communications entrepreneur Ryan Irvin appointed by Gov. Whitmer to eight-year terms

Mar 4, 2026

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