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President Mantella unites national, regional educators to activate change

President Philomena V. Mantella brought together education leaders from across the country and region, including Google, Coca-Cola and Sony Music Entertainment, to discuss how to transform education models to better serve students.

Nov 13, 2019


News website name changes to GVNext

Known for nearly two decades as GVNow, the website's name changed to GVNext on November 13 to reflect the next chapter for Grand Valley under President Philomena V. Mantella's leadership.

Nov 12, 2019


GVSU graduate designs updated PBS typeface

Terrance Weinzierl, '08, entered Grand Valley knowing he wanted to study graphic design, a natural fit given his interest in computers and the influence from his mother, an industrial designer and calligrapher who encouraged Weinzierl to study a creative field.

Nov 12, 2019


Previous presidents influence, shape Grand Valley

Throughout its nearly 60-year history, four previous presidents have guided Grand Valley into a comprehensive university with more than 24,000 students.

Nov 12, 2019


Theater production explores women battling glass ceiling

The play, set in the 1990s, has themes that may resonate today, said a student cast member.

Nov 12, 2019


Annual symposium will focus on building skills for civil conversations

The sixth annual Padnos/Sarosik Civil Discourse Symposium at Grand Valley will focus on building the skills needed for civil conversations.

Nov 11, 2019


Affinity groups find fellowship, make impact on campus

Members of Grand Valley's nine faculty and staff affinity groups have found fellowship, connections to their cultural heritage and have made positive impacts on students through mentorship.

Nov 11, 2019


Investiture for President Mantella set for November 15

The investiture of President Philomena V. Mantella as the fifth president of Grand Valley State University will be held Friday, November 15, with a series of events leading up to the ceremony.

Nov 11, 2019


GVSU celebrates, honors veterans

Students, faculty and staff members who served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard were honored November 11 at the Ninth Annual Veterans Day Breakfast held in the Alumni House. 

Nov 11, 2019


Soccer will host GLIAC quarterfinals

The Laker soccer team will host the GLIAC quarterfinals on Sunday, November 10, at the GVSU Soccer Field in a match that will air on ESPN3.

Nov 9, 2019