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Campus community invited to Faculty Awards Convocation

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

Feb 3, 2026


Fostering Success: GVSU initiatives strengthen support for foster youth, from infant to college-age

The effort to improve care for foster children is part of a broader continuum of support at Grand Valley that extends to college.

Jan 26, 2026


GVSU receives $1.98 million grant to build pathways for students to earn engineering degrees

Students will receive scholarships, academic and social support throughout their degree program.

Sep 8, 2025


Nursing graduate develops medical device with help from engineering students

The Tibbe EUD was licensed by a Grand Rapids company and will soon be available at health care facilities.

Jul 7, 2025


GVSU appoints Ryan Otter as interim vice provost for Research and Innovation

Otter joined GVSU in 2023 from Middle Tennessee State University, where he served as director of its Data Science Institute and held teaching and research responsibilities.

Jun 23, 2025


Delegation celebrates 50 years of collaboration with Krakow University of Economics

Leaders from Grand Valley traveled to Poland to celebrate the university's oldest international partnership with the Krakow University of Economics.

May 27, 2025


GVSU celebrates innovation, research at Student Scholars Day

For nearly 30 years, Student Scholars Day has provided students opportunities to collaborate with faculty mentors, expand their academic interests and contribute to the advancement of their field of study.

Apr 9, 2025


Faculty will be recognized for outstanding teaching, scholarship, service at ceremony

The 18th annual Faculty Awards Convocation is February 18 at the DeVos Center, Loosemore Auditorium.

Feb 10, 2025


Student named as Truman Scholarship Finalist

Nancy Hoogwerf, a junior studying political science, served as an intern in the office of U.S. Rep. Hillary Scholten in the fall.

Mar 19, 2024


Outstanding faculty members will be recognized at awards convocation

The campus community is invited to attend the February 15 ceremony at the DeVos Center.

Feb 6, 2024