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Groundswell Stewardship Initiative empowers students through annual showcase

The Groundswell event concludes a year of exploration and study for PK-12 students, who get the opportunity to exhibit and discuss their projects, data and research in environmental studies.

May 15, 2025


GVSU researcher: West Michigan economy resilient amid economic tensions

While global economic markets face turbulence following the Trump administration’s implementation of tariffs, the West Michigan economy continues to show modest strength, according to a Grand Valley State University researcher.

May 9, 2025


Learning through Virtual Reality

With three academic program examples, how Grand Valley prepares students for careers after commencement.

May 5, 2025


AI chatbot developed at Seidman enhances students’ understanding of software

The chatbot, named ADA (or Advanced Digital Assistant), is the brainchild of Asli Akbulut, professor of information systems, and Chris Gillespie, SAP systems administrator and instructor, who are both in the Management Department at the Seidman College of Business.

Apr 23, 2025


5 immersive experiences we saw at the Reach Higher Celebration

Grand Valley's celebration of the progress of its Reach Higher 2025 initiative featured GVx talks and immersive showcases highlighting university projects as it strives to continue leading in the higher education space.

Apr 20, 2025


College of Computing highlights graduating class, cybersecurity at Innovation Day

The College's biannual Innovation Day welcomed some of the region's top tech leaders for a series of panel discussions on cybersecurity and its applications.

Apr 18, 2025


Reach Higher Celebration spotlights GVSU's innovation in Michigan

Community and industry leaders from across Michigan gathered at the DeVos Center on Grand Valley's Pew City Campus on April 17 for the university's Reach Higher Celebration.

Apr 17, 2025


Drake appointed as provost and executive vice president for Academic Affairs

President Philomena V. Mantella announced the permanent appointment on April 11.

Apr 11, 2025


GVSU celebrates innovation, research at Student Scholars Day

For nearly 30 years, Student Scholars Day has provided students opportunities to collaborate with faculty mentors, expand their academic interests and contribute to the advancement of their field of study.

Apr 9, 2025


GVSU survey: Tariff impact leads to pessimism in West Michigan economy

Brian Long, the director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business, said responses from March’s survey participants reflected a noticeable trend.

Apr 9, 2025