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No. 6 Lakers welcome Wayne State for Homecoming

Grand Valley sits in a three-way tie for second place in the conference, alongside Davenport and Saginaw Valley, with three games remaining.

Oct 31, 2024


Consortium marks milestone: agreements with 10 partners

The HBCU/HSI Consortium welcomed its ninth and 10th partners: Wilberforce University and Voorhees University.

Oct 30, 2024


GVSU Homecoming 2024: What you need to know

Grand Valley’s 46th Homecoming will include many ways for the community to celebrate what it means to be a Laker for a Lifetime. Here’s what to expect during Homecoming week.

Oct 28, 2024


Eliminating barriers: Let's Talk offers appointment-free counseling sessions through Counseling Center

The program gives GVSU students the opportunity for free, virtual conversations with licensed counselors.

Oct 24, 2024


GVSU wrestler wins gold medal at World Championships

Sage Mortimer won the gold medal in the 50kg weight class at the Under-23 World Championships in Tirana, Albania.

Oct 24, 2024


No. 1 Lakers, No. 3 Ferris State clash in Anchor-Bone Classic

Two of the top teams in Division II meet again with the edge to a Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference title riding on the outcome.

Oct 24, 2024


GVSU green roofs play role in sustainability efforts

Grand Valley’s rooftop gardens provide more than just aesthetics and scenery for the university’s campuses. They are one part of GVSU’s wider sustainability efforts highlighted by Sustainability Month.

Oct 24, 2024


GVSU celebrates Thompson Foundation for decades of helping students achieve goals

The university celebrated the Thompsons and their foundation for their philanthropy on October 18 with the dedication of the Bob and Ellen Thompson Student Success Center, in the Kirkhof Center.

Oct 18, 2024


Battle of the Valleys pits No. 2 Lakers, No. 24 Saginaw Valley

Saturday's game will feature three of the top offensive players in the GLIAC: Grand Valley's Khalil Eichelberger and Avery Moore and Saginaw Valley's Mason McKenzie.

Oct 17, 2024


GVSU secures state grant to help retain graduates in Michigan

President Philomena V. Mantella and Vice President for Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach B. Donta Truss announced that the university was selected for the first round of a state-funded initiative, the Make MI Home grants.

Oct 17, 2024