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University News

GVSU an early adopter of national call to employ more college students as K-12 tutors

The U.S. Department of Education issued the call to action on May 10.

May 10, 2023

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Padnos College of Engineering

Engineering team uses interdisciplinary approach to create award-winning African spear

Team earned honors in the collegiate competition that is similar to TV's 'Forged in Fire.'

May 8, 2023

six people standing, one holding spear, next to vertical poster of Cast in Steel teams with university logos.

Laker Life

Commencement stories: Graduates share their paths to becoming Lakers and the ways GVSU will always be with them

Five Lakers reflect on what it took to reach this moment.

Apr 20, 2023

A blue mortarboard with the initials "GV" spelled out using pearls.

GV NextEd Co-Lab

GVSU K-12 tutoring program has helped thousands, continues to grow

The program also offers valuable experiential learning opportunities for tutors.

Apr 13, 2023

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Student Scholars Day

Student Scholars Day showcases research, projects

More than 400 students across a variety of disciplines delivered their research findings or displayed their projects to their peers and faculty members during Student Scholars Day on April 12.

Apr 12, 2023

A student discusses her research with another student during Student Scholars Day

Community Engagement

GVSU-made film tells stories from Michigan about climate change and resilience

The film, "Climate Sisu" will be premiere April 6.

Mar 29, 2023

Four people smile while posed in front of boards that have titles of "Upsides," "the "Science" and "Local Effects.

Office of Sustainability Practices

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

Dean Schaub welcomes attendees to the 2023 sustainability champion awards.

Academics & Research

Public health stories: GVSU experts, students team with Grand Rapids Public Museum to showcase groundbreaking work

"GR Stories - Public Health History in Grand Rapids" will be held March 29.

Mar 23, 2023

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

CLAS launching program to ensure every student engages in multiple high-impact educational experiences

The CLAS Voyage is set to begin in Fall 2025.

Mar 15, 2023

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School of Computing

School of Computing opens Cyber Threat Range, called 'game changer' for computing students, community

The range is a high-tech training ground to prepare students for cybersecurity jobs and set Grand Valley on a path to become a National Security Agency designated academic program.