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Graduate School appointments will advance distributive learning, scholarship

Erica Hamilton is vice provost for Distributed Learning and dean of the Graduate School, Jennifer Moore is associate dean.

Aug 25, 2025


Lakers kick off new year with exuberant celebration of GVSU life: 'Embrace it all'

The new welcome event Aug. 22 featured festivities at Lubbers Stadium, a lawn party and more.

Aug 23, 2025


University Address: Mantella charts path for growth, innovation and impact

President Mantella said GVSU will expand its reach and relevance by being innovative and people-centered.

Aug 22, 2025


GVSU students look forward to life downtown after City Campus move-in

While many students have already settled into life on the Valley Campus in Allendale, those living in Winter and Secchia halls on Grand Valley’s City Campus began their move-in process on August 22.

Aug 22, 2025


GVSU Police Academy celebrates excellence at August 2025 graduation

Amid the excitement of GVSU's move-in week, 32 recruits — which included four military veterans — their instructors and families packed the Louis Armstrong Theatre in the Haas Center for Performing Arts on the Valley Campus in Allendale to celebrate the completion of the 17-week program.

Aug 21, 2025


Lakers' pride shines as students begin new year

Hundreds of first-year students arrived at Grand Valley's Valley Campus in Allendale on August 20, with vehicles filled with belongings and family members, ready to move into living centers and begin their journeys as Lakers.

Aug 20, 2025


What's new on campus: 7 things Lakers can look for this fall

A new academic year means exciting new changes on campus. Read on to see what Lakers can expect this fall.

Aug 18, 2025


GVSU research: Tariffs, higher rates slowing West Michigan economy

Brian Long, director of supply chain management research at the Seidman College of Business, said his recent survey of local businesses and purchasing managers shows signs the economy is leveling off.

Aug 14, 2025


Speaker: Stronger connections in classrooms create stronger students

FTLC speaker shared ideas how faculty can create space in their classrooms for relationship building.

Aug 14, 2025


GVSU study analyzes 50 West Michigan lakes for salt runoff

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

Aug 14, 2025