College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Center for Women and Gender Equity

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

speaker in white polo shirt with left arm raised before a group of people seated at tables

Laker Life

GVSU in Photos, February 2026: Celebrating Black History Month, more success for champions and a longstanding Laker tradition

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

Mar 2, 2026

Two people wearing red winter hats embrace while having big smiles on their faces.

TRIO

National TRIO Day celebrates support systems that turn potential into futures

Grand Valley's 11 programs, including Detroit, held events to celebrate students, partnerships.

Feb 24, 2026

four people laughing at photos of themselves in photo booth for Federal TRIO programs

College of Computing

GVSU launches free AI literacy course for community learners

A free, online course from Grand Valley will help community learners build a practical understanding of artificial intelligence and how to use it responsibly in their everyday lives.

Feb 24, 2026

Overhead view of a person typing on a laptop at a desk.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

“It’s the start of something that’s going to be really great”

The GVSU Speech and Debate team entered its first competitions in December, sending four competitors to Indianapolis for two tournaments that proved successful for the inexperienced team.

Feb 23, 2026

Dr. Besel places his thumb on the meeting notes.

Office of the Provost

New dean to lead collaborative, interdisciplinary vision for College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Christopher Jones brings decades of experience in higher education to his new role after serving in leadership roles at Le Moyne College, Northern Illinois University and Bradley University.

Feb 17, 2026

portrait of Christopher Jones, new dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

College of Computing

GVSU expands access to computing degrees through GRCC partnership

College of Computing Dean Marouane Kessentini said the partnership provides a seamless transfer process between the institutions and removes common barriers for students.

Feb 10, 2026