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New tradition lights up Convocation ceremony

In her first Convocation address, President Philomena V. Mantella led the audience of first-year students, faculty and staff members, and guests through a new tradition she said symbolizes a commitment to individual success and a connection to the campus community.

Aug 23, 2019


Photos and video: GVSU move-in week 2019

New and returning Grand Valley students received a helping hand from more than 700 volunteers who carried furniture, boxes and other personal items into living centers during move-in August 19-21. 

Aug 22, 2019


Convocation to be webcast live August 23

Grand Valley President Philomena V. Mantella will participate in her first Convocation ceremony and address students Friday, August 23. Convocation is a celebration that marks the beginning of the academic year. It will be webcast live at 11:30 a.m. from the Fieldhouse on the Allendale Campus. 

Aug 22, 2019


President Mantella invites faculty and staff to engage

President Philomena Mantella welcomed the campus community back for Fall semester with an invitation to share ideas for the university's future.

Aug 22, 2019


Digital marketing program geared toward professionals

Grand Valley will begin its second cohort of a unique digital marketing professional development program that offers industry-recognized certification in platforms like Google Analytics and HubSpot.

Aug 20, 2019


GVSU named a 2019 top college by Forbes

Grand Valley has been named one of America's Top Colleges by Forbes for the second straight year.

Aug 19, 2019


GVSU Police Academy holds graduation ceremony

Forty-eight police academy recruits graduated August 15 from the Grand Valley State University Police Academy.

Aug 15, 2019


Fall move-in parking restrictions announced

Fall move-in begins Saturday, August 17, and that process means several roads and parking lots on campus will have limited access starting at 6 p.m. on August 16.

Aug 15, 2019


New interactive library exhibit seeks to create a sense of home

It's not uncommon for first-year students to miss their family and friends back home. A new exhibit at the Mary Idema Pew Library is designed to help students combat feelings of homesickness and feel a greater sense of belonging.

Aug 15, 2019


Lifelong Learning on Tap series starts with imposter syndrome

The imposter syndrome, when someone doubts their accomplishments or feels inadequate, is a common phenomenon and one that particularly resonates with adult learners.

Aug 14, 2019