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Visual and media arts faculty earns prestigious national fellowship

Norwood Viviano, associate professor of sculpture and foundations and area coordinator for sculpture, is one of 50 recipients of United States Artists' 2026 USA Fellowship, a highly competitive award that supports artists across disciplines.

Jan 29, 2026

Visual and media arts faculty member Norwood Viviano poses in his studio with some of his 3D printed creations.

Johnson Center for Philanthropy

Johnson Center releases national philanthropy trends report for 2026

Now in its 10th year, the Johnson Center’s “11 Trends in Philanthropy” report analyzes emerging developments while reflecting on the forces that have shaped the field since the center published its first list in 2017.

Jan 27, 2026

Graphic displaying the headline �11 Trends in Philanthropy for 2026,"

New partnerships expand comprehensive health care for GVSU students

Three organizations have partnered to provide comprehensive primary and urgent health care to students at the Campus Health Center.

Jan 27, 2026

exterior of the Campus Health Center with snow on ground

Kirkhof College of Nursing

Fostering Success: GVSU initiatives strengthen support for foster youth, from infant to college-age

The effort to improve care for foster children is part of a broader continuum of support at Grand Valley that extends to college.

Jan 26, 2026

two parents and two young boys walk in the snow home from school in their neighborhood

MLK speaker: Mayweather challenges Lakers to lead with vision

The two-time Laker graduate challenged the virtual audience to build their own visions to create change.

Jan 21, 2026

Dar Mayweather in a studio with camera and monitors, he is wearing a dark sweater and white shirt with black tie, with glasses

Padnos College of Engineering

Laker Racing heads to the Motor City for Michigan Central Race Days

The GVSU Formula SAE Laker Racing Club’s Formula 1 car, the "LR25," will be on display at Michigan Central during the festivities from January 18-25.

Jan 16, 2026

The LR 25 drives the endurance course at the Michigan International Speedway

GVSU offers seamless transitions for displaced Siena Heights students

The university in Adrian will close at the end of the academic year.

Jan 14, 2026

students walking under the blue artwork called the Transformational Link, light snow on the ground

Office of the President

GVSU, Michigan's other public universities drive $45 billion economic impact for state

MASU report reinforces study showing the GVSU contributes more than $3 billion to the state’s economy each year.

Jan 13, 2026

President Philomena V. Mantella at a conference table next to MSU President Kevin M. Guskiewicz

Winter in West Michigan: Five ways to enjoy the season

Make the most of the chilly winter season with a variety of indoor and outdoor events and activities in the area.

Jan 12, 2026

An aerial photo of downtown Grand Rapids.

University News

GVSU joins celebration of America at 250 years

President Philomena V. Mantella on GRA250 steering committee

Jan 12, 2026

A painted wood art rendering of the American flag by Willian Henry Edgerton hangs in the Lake Ontario Wall Gallery as part of the Becoming America: Our Past, Present, and Future at 250 exhibit.