News from Grand Valley State University

Detroit

Agreement between GVSU, Wayne County Community College District will strengthen region's workforce in key areas

The agreement advances efforts by both institutions to increase the number of Detroit area college-going students and residents with postsecondary degrees and credentials.

Jun 9, 2025


Commitments to Detroit chamber initiatives will open pathways for Southeast Michigan residents

GVSU's participation in two initiatives will help strengthen the Detroit area's postsecondary talent pipeline.

May 21, 2025


GVSU's direct credit program expands, Michigan high school students benefit

More than 200 high school students are earning college credits through established partnerships among Grand Valley State , intermediate school districts, technical education centers and high schools.

Sep 18, 2024


Mintline brings vast educational experience to new Omni role in Detroit

Shawntae Mintline is the new director of Southeast Michigan, where she will help expand GVSU Omni partnerships and programs in that region.

Aug 8, 2024


GVSU pathway program grows with new cohorts of Detroit eighth graders, their parents

More than 800 students participate in program that includes college-readiness workshops.

Jul 27, 2023


New Detroit TRIO programs find success in community, schools

The programs celebrated National TRIO Day at Wright Museum of African American History.

Mar 9, 2023


Pat Waring nears retirement, reflects on serving as bridge from GVSU to community

The word "sales" does not appear in Pat Waring's job title, but it has certainly been an unofficial role for the community relations director.

Feb 24, 2021


GVSU offers tuition-free program for qualified students from six Michigan counties

University leaders are committed to opening access to higher education and have announced a tuition-free program for students from low-income backgrounds who live in six Michigan counties.

Feb 8, 2021