News from Grand Valley State University

Educational Equity

Grand Valley's 22nd annual Pow wow held to celebrate Native American heritage

The "Celebrating all walks of life" Pow wow was held in person for the first time since 2019 and included a number of traditional Native American songs and dances.

Apr 18, 2023


Event celebrates student academic, leadership achievements

A new award presented at the Student Awards Convocation went to a student who, at one point, dropped out of college.

Apr 17, 2023


Leaders from GVSU sign articulation agreement with North Carolina HBCU

JCSU is the fifth Historically Black College or University (HBCU) to join the HBCU/Hispanic Serving Institution Consortium.

Apr 12, 2023


Agreement allows high school students at North Ed Career Tech to obtain direct credit to GVSU

Leaders from GVSU and Northwest Education Services in Traverse City gathered to sign the agreement.

Apr 5, 2023



GRPS principal shares journey as first-generation student at TRIO celebration

Julian Ramirez-Torres told a room full of high school students about the doubts and fears he had before starting college.

Mar 28, 2023


Office of Sustainability Practices recognizes Champion Award recipients

The 2023 Sustainability Champion Awards recognized students, faculty, staff, community members and organizations for their outstanding contributions to sustainability efforts on and around campus.

Mar 24, 2023



GVSU commitment to Latino student success transfers successfully to other populations

Model uses a three-pronged approach to elevate student success: data, practice and leadership.

Mar 13, 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