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GVSU ranks first in state, among top in the nation, on 'Best for Vets' list

Grand Valley ranked as the top Michigan college or university, 11th nationally, in the 2025 Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges rankings.

Dec 2, 2025



Inside Seidman's new lab bringing real-world business to campus

The space gives students hands-on experience with situations they are likely to encounter in their careers, including negotiations, presentations and sales pitches.

Dec 1, 2025


Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on their time as Lakers

Lakers share how GVSU helped launch their futures.

Dec 1, 2025


Bridging generations: native elders and students unite at the Sustainable Agriculture Project

GVSU students and West Michigan Native American elders shared intergenerational learning through gardening, language and more.

Nov 24, 2025


Fall 2025 graduates to be celebrated during Commencement Ceremony

John Keating ’79 will be the guest speaker at the Dec. 6 celebration at Van Andel Arena.

Nov 24, 2025


Laker Raker drone sweeps 4,700 pieces of plastic from Lake Michigan shoreline

An eco-friendly, beach-cleaning drone operated by the Annis Water Resources Institute completed another summer sweeping and sifting the beach at Muskegon’s Pere Marquette Park.

Nov 24, 2025


Women's cross country repeat as national champions

The women’s team finished with 65 points, edging national runner-up Colorado School of Mines by four points. The men's finished fourth, one point shy of third place Colorado School of Mines.

Nov 23, 2025


Join Giving Tuesday efforts to support growing needs at Replenish

A record number of students have accessed the Replenish Basic Needs Center this year.

Nov 20, 2025


Women's soccer, cross country teams poised for national titles

It’s championship season at Grand Valley, and the Lakers are right where they expect to be — on the national stage pursuing NCAA titles.

Nov 19, 2025