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Virus Action Team Update: Steps for returning to campus

Aggressive testing for COVID-19, along with completion of the daily self-assessment, social distancing and wearing face coverings are the best ways to protect and support the health of the Grand Valley community and surrounding communities.

Jan 7, 2021


Campus Safety Task Force report gives opportunity for GVPD feedback

The number of informal complaints and internal investigations made against Grand Valley Police Department officers has greatly decreased since 2017, according to a report from the Campus Safety Task Force.

Jan 6, 2021


Faculty researchers, health care leaders will discuss trends, impact of COVID-19 at virtual event

The 12th annual West Michigan Health Care Economic Forecast will begin virtually at 8 a.m. on January 8.

Jan 5, 2021


Governor appoints two attorneys, alumnae to GVSU Board of Trustees

Noreen K. Myers, an attorney in private practice from East Grand Rapids, and Mikyia S. Aaron, a labor attorney from Detroit, may live in different regions of the state, but they are both GVSU alumni who say they have a passion for Lakers and the universityýs future.

Dec 28, 2020


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