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Commitments to Detroit chamber initiatives will open pathways for Southeast Michigan residents

GVSU's participation in two initiatives will help strengthen the Detroit area's postsecondary talent pipeline.

May 21, 2025

Shawntae Mintline stands in front of Detroit Center, steps leading to building behind her

Veterans

Veteran's solution for the sandwich generation wins top prize at pitch competition

Participants in the MVE-Lab accelerated entrepreneurship program competed for prize money in Traverse City.

May 19, 2025

four people in a row on stage, one holding a big check

College of Education and Community Innovation

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

A student magnifies and examines a macroinvertebrate at the WMEAC booth during the Groundswell Stewardship Initiative student project showcase on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus May 14.

Seidman College of Business

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

Exterior of L. William Seidman Center, home of GVSU's Seidman College of Business

Center for Undergraduate Scholar Engagement

Lakers recognized nationally for academic excellence, global engagement

Grand Valley students and recent graduates continue to excel on the national stage, earning competitive scholarships and fellowships that support their academic and professional growth.

May 8, 2025

Kobe Wright, right, helps Emily Grob write in Japanese as part of the Global Language and Culture Festival at the Kirkhof Center on March 20.

Secchia Military and Veterans Resource Center

Virtual Hug a GI campaign earns GVSU Veterans Resource Center MVAA honors

Grand Valley and the Peter Secchia Military and Veterans Resource Center will receive an education innovator award from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) on Friday, May 9.

May 7, 2025

Shane Scherer, director of the Peter Secchia Military and Veteran Resource Center, speaks as part of the Military Connected/Student Veteran Orientation at the Kirkhof Center Veterans Lounge

Office of the President

Bernal named president of Western Connecticut State University

The vice president for Strategy and chief of staff to the President will begin his new role July 11. WCSU is the largest Hispanic-Serving Institution in Connecticut.

May 6, 2025