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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


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


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


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


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


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


Learning through Virtual Reality

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

May 5, 2025



GVSU in photos, April 2025: Celebrating Lakers for a Lifetime

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Apr 29, 2025