Educational Equity


Grand Valley to celebrate Black History Month through series of events in February

GVSU's Office of Multicultural Affairs will host a variety of educational events allowing students to connect with Black student groups and organizations.

Jan 29, 2024


'Team Dream' advocates for more access to pools, swimming lessons

The film and panel discussion continued events during MLK Commemoration Week.

Jan 18, 2024



Two GVSU outreach programs receive state funding to expand services

TRIO Upward Bound and the RMSC will serve more students at summer camps and after school hours.

Jan 11, 2024


Area educational institutions partner to bring Melissa Harris-Perry as speaker during MLK event

The author and educator will give three presentations in West Michigan, including during a January 16 event at the Kirkhof Center.

Jan 8, 2024


REP4 National Convening celebrates the alliance's growth and gatherings in the past year

GVSU leaders and students gathered to watch the premiere of the National Convening, which highlighted the accomplishments of REP4 in 2023.

Dec 15, 2023


myProfile portal expands equity efforts by adding pronouns, demographic information

The portal allows voluntary inclusive data collection such as a user's pronouns and, if a person chooses, their sexual orientation and gender identification.

Dec 11, 2023


Giving Tuesday will focus on Replenish, helping ensure students have access to food, basic needs

For the second consecutive year, the Grand Valley community will rally around the Replenish Student Food Resource Fund during Giving Tuesday, the national philanthropic day of giving after Thanksgiving and Black Friday.

Nov 21, 2023


Federal $2.2 million grant to help GVSU close equity gaps, boost career-connected educational opportunities

The five-year grant was awarded to the Center for Experiential Learning in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Nov 15, 2023