News from Grand Valley State University

Division of Student Affairs

GVSU named an ALL IN Most Engaged Campus for College Student Voting

GVSU was recognized for its efforts to increase nonpartisan democratic engagement in the 2022 election.

Nov 21, 2022


On-campus events allow community to get involved in Election Day

Free snacks, a visit from President Philomena V. Mantella, a performance by the Laker Marching Band and more took place on Election Day to encourage the campus community to utilize the satellite office in Kirkhof Center.

Nov 8, 2022


Teach-In celebrates 10 years of raising awareness through collaborative sessions

The 10th Teach-In, with more than 30 sessions under the umbrella of "Power, Privilege and Difficult Dialogues," will offer two days of education on November 9-10 in Allendale and Grand Rapids.

Nov 2, 2022


Homecoming: Five Lakers will be recognized for their service to GVSU, professions

The Alumni Association will celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of five Lakers during Homecoming activities.

Oct 19, 2022


Igniting action: Institute's facilitators will enhance, lead meaningful campus DEI work

The Inclusion and Equity Institute has expanded its offerings and now serves as an umbrella for DEI work being done on campus.

Oct 4, 2022


GVSU again recognized nationally for its commitment to Latino student success

Grand Valley was among 15 national higher education institutions to be recognized for its commitment to Latino student success during a September 30 ceremony.

Sep 30, 2022


GVSU, Trinity Health Medical Group leaders celebrate expanded partnership

Leaders at Grand Valley and Trinity Health Medical Group celebrated their expanded partnership during a ribbon-cutting ceremony September 27 at the Campus Health Center.

Sep 28, 2022


Alumni reconnect in New York for endurance bike ride to raise funds for cancer research

You know you have good friends when they agree to join you on a fundraising bicycle trip that stretches across the state of New York.

Sep 7, 2022


New director of Student Health Services brings holistic view, systems approach to role

It was not how Edward Jones II, the new director of Student Health Services in the Division of Student Affairs, wanted to introduce himself to colleagues on campus. But the work comes with being a public health official.

Sep 6, 2022


University initiative will create culture of civil conversation, interrupt polarization

Four campus partners have collaborated to bring to Grand Valley and the community a yearlong series of programs designed to foster a culture of civil conversation and provide participants with tools to interrupt polarization.

Aug 25, 2022