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GVSU receives $1.98 million grant to build pathways for students to earn engineering degrees

Students will receive scholarships, academic and social support throughout their degree program.

Sep 8, 2025


No. 3 Lakers host Black Hills State in first-ever matchup

A strong start to the 2025 season has Grand Valley ready for its next challenge: South Dakota’s Black Hills State University.

Sep 4, 2025



GVSU in Photos, August 2025: Moving in, multiple kickoffs and an epic celebration

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

Sep 2, 2025


Lakers football opens 2025 season against Lincoln

At this year’s GLIAC Media Day, Grand Valley was picked to finish second behind rival Ferris State, the defending Division II national champion. Nationally, the Lakers rank as high as No. 3 in preseason rankings.

Aug 28, 2025


Remembering WWII: Hauenstein Center joins community in 80th anniversary events

The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies joins academic and civic institutions across Grand Rapids to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, beginning on Labor Day.

Aug 28, 2025


GVSU collaboration powers return of national conference on student research

Building on its partnership with Grand Valley, the Council on Undergraduate Research has announced that its flagship event will return to Grand Rapids in 2027 — marking the city’s second time hosting the national gathering in three years.

Aug 27, 2025


Grant helps GVSU team monitor invasive species in Michigan forests

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

Aug 26, 2025


Muskegon Innovation Hub awards grants to 14 small businesses

Since August 2024, the Direct Grant Program has awarded $200,000 to assist small businesses with their operational costs, upgrades and expansion projects.

Aug 26, 2025


GVSU Faculty prepare for first-year students through Strong Start Teaching Institute

The Institute provides GVSU faculty with information on ways to effectively communicate expectations and reflect on how instructors can help make their classroom more accessible to students.

Aug 25, 2025