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GVSU in photos: Celebrating Laker graduates at May 2026 Commencement

See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.

May 5, 2026



Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on their time as Lakers

Lakers share how GVSU helped launch their futures.

Apr 27, 2026


Women's History Month kicks off with summit for middle, high school students

Keynote speaker Sharnell James challenged participants to be unapologetically themselves.

Mar 9, 2026


Preserving community history: Students gain key experience working on West Michigan heritage projects

Two students curated area stories through internships at the Kutsche Office of Local History.

Feb 11, 2026


Campus community invited to Faculty Awards Convocation

University Awards of Excellence and awards from two departments will be presented.

Feb 3, 2026


Grand Valley Groundhogs: celebrating sustainability and Groundhog Day at GVSU

Lakers were invited into the basement of Lake Ontario Hall for a rare opportunity to view the campus’s underground utility tunnels and learn about GVSU’s environmental impact.

Feb 2, 2026



GVSU in 2025: A review of the headlines, images and moments

Let's take a look back at a busy year for Lakers.

Dec 17, 2025


GVSU in Photos: Celebrating Laker graduates at December 2025 Commencement

See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.

Dec 9, 2025