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Seidman survey: Key local economic indicators rebound in March

A March survey of local purchasing managers reflects their fluctuating beliefs regarding the state of the West Michigan economy.

Apr 10, 2023

Two students exit the L. William Seidman Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus

Laker Life

Grand Valley's Toast to the graduating class returns

Hosted by GVSU Alumni Relations and President Mantella, the event will return after a three-year hiatus on April 13 in the Eberhard Center.

Apr 7, 2023

Two Champagne glasses that say "Laker for a Lifetime" sit on a table at a former toast to the graduating class.

University News

Alumni get inside look at March Madness, Final Four

As athletic trainers, Sam Johnson, '14 and Andrea Chilcote, '12, helped prepare their college basketball teams for success at the NCAA men's and women's national basketball tournaments.

Apr 5, 2023

Sam Johnson trims a piece of net as a souvenir following a win by the Miami basketball team.

University News

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

Two people are seated at a table with a blue table cloth. One person signs paper while another looks on. A Grand Valley State University flag hangs behind them.

Johnson Center for Philanthropy

New Johnson Center executive director named

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

Apr 3, 2023

Laker Life

GVSU in photos, March 2023: Impactful research, children's bright smiles and an honorable Laker visitor

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Apr 3, 2023

Sun rising partly behind a building, light streams across the grass and glows through the glass of the building on the right. A carillon tower is silhouetted to the left of the frame as well.

Campus Health

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

University News

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

Paul Stansbie, associate dean with the College of Education and Community Innovation, speaks with the Leadership Program cohort as President Philomena V. Mantella looks on.

Civic Engagement

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