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Laker Raker drone sweeps 4,700 pieces of plastic from Lake Michigan shoreline

An eco-friendly, beach-cleaning drone operated by the Annis Water Resources Institute completed another summer sweeping and sifting the beach at Muskegon’s Pere Marquette Park.

Nov 24, 2025


Grand Valley, Oakland Community College sign cybersecurity transfer agreement

The transfer agreement between the schools creates a seamless pathway for OCC students to earn a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity from GVSU.

Nov 12, 2025


GVSU report: West Michigan economy holds steady amid tariff challenges

A report by a GVSU researcher shows businesses and purchasing managers are still adjusting to the ongoing effects of the federal tariffs.

Nov 12, 2025


How GVSU students are helping shape the future of Michigan’s parks

Since January 2024, Grand Valley faculty and students have partnered with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to analyze guest surveys compiled by state parks, campgrounds and marinas.

Nov 12, 2025


GVSU survey: West Michigan economy flattens amid tariff uncertainty

Tariffs have created challenges for businesses to plan accordingly, said Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business.

Oct 9, 2025


CLAS launches 'signature' effort to strengthen student success

The CLAS Voyage guides students through their academic journeys.

Oct 8, 2025


Study finds GVSU generates $3 billion annual economic impact, drives state and regional economy

The study details Grand Valley’s strong return on public investment and the economic engine the university and its graduates drive for Michigan.

Oct 2, 2025


AWRI, community partnerships lead to restoration milestone for Muskegon Lake

The lake's extensive remediation efforts were supported in large part by the research and monitoring conducted by GVSU's Annis Water Resources Institute.

Oct 1, 2025


AWRI secures $1 million NSF grant to advance Great Lakes research

A $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation will support a collaborative effort, involving Grand Valley’s Annis Water Resources Institute, to develop an experiential learning pathway for emerging technologies and strengthen Michigan’s Blue Economy.

Sep 24, 2025


GVSU to host prestigious international computing conference

Grand Valley will host computer and software engineers from around the world for one of the most prestigious international conferences on computing and computer science.

Sep 22, 2025