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GVSU Expert: A Q&A exploring what it means to return to the moon

Deana Weibel, professor of anthropology, reflects on this lunar mission, which includes a crew member with strong West Michigan ties.

Mar 30, 2026

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Community Engagement

A celebration of STEM: GVSU hosts two weekends of events for K-12 students

The Science Olympiad and FIRST Robotics competitions were held on the Valley Campus.

Mar 30, 2026

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Birds of GVSU

Birds of GVSU: An appreciation of the creatures that share our air, keep us grounded

Explore our first installment of a series dedicated to the feathered friends that share our campuses.

Mar 25, 2026

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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