Academics & Research

Graduate School appointments will advance distributive learning, scholarship

Erica Hamilton is vice provost for Distributed Learning and dean of the Graduate School, Jennifer Moore is associate dean.

Aug 25, 2025

Erica Hamilton, left in tan jacket; Jennifer Moore on right in blue shirt

Seidman College of Business

GVSU research: Tariffs, higher rates slowing West Michigan economy

Brian Long, director of supply chain management research at the Seidman College of Business, said his recent survey of local businesses and purchasing managers shows signs the economy is leveling off.

Aug 14, 2025

A sculpture spelling out GVSU on the Allendale campus

Pew FTLC

Speaker: Stronger connections in classrooms create stronger students

FTLC speaker shared ideas how faculty can create space in their classrooms for relationship building.

Aug 14, 2025

Peter Felten stands by podium, in suit jacket and blue shirt, no tie

Annis Water Resources Institute

GVSU study analyzes 50 West Michigan lakes for salt runoff

Summer is a prime time for GVSU researchers. We'll show you some of the projects making an impact.

Aug 14, 2025

Three AWRI staff members wearing life vests sit in a boat on a lake.

Summer Research

Critical hope: Research integrated into classes to launch the next generation of environmentalists

Summer is a prime time for GVSU researchers. We'll show you some of the projects making an impact.

Aug 6, 2025

Summer Scholars Showcase

Students unveil research projects at Summer Scholars Showcase

Summer is a prime time for GVSU researchers. We'll show you some of the projects making an impact.

Jul 25, 2025

A student discusses his research with guests during the Summer Scholars Showcase.

Academics & Research

Rare turtles, opportunistic predators the focus of GVSU-led conservation research to stabilize threatened species

Summer is a prime time for GVSU researchers. We'll show you some of the projects making an impact.

Jul 15, 2025

A person holds a wood turtle with a tracking device and antenna attached to its shell. The background is a blurred outdoor scene with green and yellow tones.

Research

GVSU receives $1.6 million state grant to launch fund that invests in startups

The fund will focus on high-tech early stage companies in Kent County with proceeds going back into the fund for additional start-up help.

Jul 14, 2025

The sun rises over downtown Grand Rapids with the Becking Carillon in the foreground.

Seidman College of Business

GVSU survey shows economic resilience in West Michigan

Despite months of economic uncertainty stemming from tariff policies and ongoing global trade tensions, the West Michigan economy has remained resilient, according to data collected by a Grand Valley State University researcher.

Jul 10, 2025