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GVPD breaks dress code to support students diagnosed with cancer

Officers at the Grand Valley Police Department follow a strict dress code, which, for the men, includes no beards. But, for the first time, officers are allowed to break this rule.

Dec 22, 2020


A look back: GVSU's most memorable stories of 2020

In 2020, as Grand Valley joined the world in grappling with the COVID-19 crisis, the university also created more education opportunities for a wide range of learners while reaffirming its commitment to student-centered research and community engagement.

Dec 22, 2020


Partnership stirs up holiday cheer, supports alumni-owned business

Alumni Relations and Stir It Up Bakery partner to offer cookie kits in place of traditional Holiday Brunch with Santa and Louie.

Dec 21, 2020



OCDPH uses Holland Campus to give initial vaccinations

Jeff Potter, a firefighter and EMT from Zeeland, was the first person to receive the COVID-19 vaccination at Grand Valley's Meijer Campus in Holland December 17.

Dec 18, 2020


GVSU at 60: Now retired, Stoll served as common thread for students for nearly 40 years

January and the start of the winter semester will be the first time in nearly 38 years Bob Stoll is not on campus.

Dec 18, 2020


Donations help Replenish end the semester on a high note

'Tis the season of giving, and several Grand Valley staff members took the saying to heart to help Replenish, the university's food pantry and food resource for students.

Dec 17, 2020


Ottawa County will use Holland Campus as site to give COVID-19 vaccinations to frontline workers

Vaccinations for EMS and other frontline workers will begin Friday.

Dec 17, 2020


Faculty and staff sketches

Faculty and staff members who have given virtual presentations or had their research published are detailed.

Dec 17, 2020


Candlelight vigil held to remember GVSU student

Flowers, photographs and written messages were laid against the Cook Carillon Tower on the Allendale Campus, during a candlelight vigil held in memory of first-year student Taylor DeRosa.

Dec 16, 2020