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GVSU Police Academy celebrates 57th graduating class on Valley Campus

After 17 weeks of training, the Grand Valley State University Police Academy's summer cadre celebrated their graduation. The academy's 24 recruits, their instructors and their families filled the Louis Armstrong Theatre on August 26.

Aug 26, 2026

Laker Life

Move-In 2026: Lakers return, boost campus vibrancy

Students settled in with plenty of support.

Aug 26, 2026

Resident advisors flash the "Anchor Up" hand sign to welcome new students to campus

Athletics

Aiming high: Lakers football opens 2026 season

For full coverage of GVSU football, including broadcast info, news, features, highlights, press conferences and more, follow @GVSUFootball on social media and on the GVSU Athletics website.

Aug 25, 2026

A Grand Valley football player wearing a helmet and light blue jersey fires up his teammates as they crowd around him.ammates.

Laker Life

10 things every new Laker must know

As students head back to campus and GVSU comes to life, here are 10 things that every incoming Laker should know.

Aug 24, 2026

Facilities Planning

GVSU community celebrates life of retired Facilities Planning leader

James Moyer worked with three university presidents to help expand GVSU's footprint before retiring in 2018.

Aug 24, 2026

Charter Schools

Teachers from GVSU-authorized charter schools find inspiration in Atlanta

K-12 educators from Grand Valley-authorized charter public schools spent two days at the Ron Clark Academy, exploring new approaches to student engagement, leadership and school culture.

Aug 20, 2026

Charter school educators take a tour of the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta.

Office of the President

University Address: Mantella outlines dimensions of the university GVSU chooses to become

Mantella opened the annual University Address with a quote from former GVSU President Arend "Don" Lubbers saying, “GVSU is always becoming.”

Aug 19, 2026

President Philomena V. Mantella shares the university's priorities and aspirations during the University Address

Office of the President

Mantella to receive ATHENA Leadership Award

Honor is given to exceptional leaders whose dedication to professional excellence, community service, and empowerment of women exemplifies the highest standards of leadership and mentorship

Aug 19, 2026

Portrait of GVU President Philomena V. Mantella in a chair.

Athletics

Becker earns second national honor for athletics leadership

Director of Athletics Keri Becker continues to draw national attention for her leadership, vision and dedication to the Lakers’ athletic department.

Aug 18, 2026

Director of Athletics Keri Becker poses for a photo in the Fieldhouse Arena.

Visual and Media Arts

New Padnos Artist-in-Residence explores American belonging and culture in campus installation

The newest Padnos Distinguished Artist-in-Residence, Jeffrey Augustine Songco was excited about the opportunity to be ambitious and adventurous with his art.