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Agreement allows high school students at North Ed Career Tech to obtain direct credit to GVSU

Leaders from GVSU and Northwest Education Services in Traverse City gathered to sign the agreement.

Apr 5, 2023


New Johnson Center executive director named

Lesley D. Slavitt has nearly three decades of experience in philanthropy and higher education.

Apr 3, 2023



GVSU ends COVID-19 vaccination requirement, asks new students to report immunizations

The university ends its COVID-19 vaccination requirement for students, faculty and staff, effective April 3.

Apr 3, 2023


Pilot program developing, strengthening leadership skills

The Leading Lakers: Leadership Pilot Program is in its final weeks, guiding participants through sessions devoted to topics on leadership, including conflict management, strategic mindset and building trust.

Mar 30, 2023


Civic Engagement Showcase returns to highlight campus-community partnerships

After a three-year absence, the Civic Engagement Showcase returns on April 6, offering campus and community members space to share their partnerships on issues that impact everyone.

Mar 30, 2023



Blood drive to be held in memory of student athlete Jaden Blake

The Office of Student Life and Versiti Blood Center of Michigan will host a blood drive on March 29-30 in memory of Jaden Blake, a Grand Valley student athlete who passed away in November 2022.

Mar 28, 2023


GRPS principal shares journey as first-generation student at TRIO celebration

Julian Ramirez-Torres told a room full of high school students about the doubts and fears he had before starting college.

Mar 28, 2023


President Mantella, CEOs discuss leadership in era of disruption

President Philomena V. Mantella and three CEOs from West Michigan businesses discussed their strategies on leading their institutions through the post-COVID era during a March 27 forum hosted by the Economic Club of Grand Rapids at the JW Marriott.

Mar 27, 2023