Academics & Research
Provost, graduates highlight impact of undergraduate research at conference
As a first-generation student, Nkrumah Grant., '14, never imagined doing research — until GVSU gave him the chance. That experience eventually led him to a faculty role at the University of Illinois. Grant joined two fellow GVSU graduates and Provost Jennifer Drake at a conference to share how undergraduate research and faculty mentorship changed their lives.
Jun 17, 2025
Delegation celebrates 50 years of collaboration with Krakow University of Economics
Leaders from Grand Valley traveled to Poland to celebrate the university's oldest international partnership with the Krakow University of Economics.
May 27, 2025
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
