News from Grand Valley State University

Enrollment Development

Agreement between GVSU, Savannah State University provides pathways to master's degrees for SSU students

This marks the fourth agreement Grand Valley has signed with a Historically Black College or University.

Aug 30, 2022


Convocation speakers welcome students, usher in academic year

Speakers at Convocation, the traditional start to the academic year, welcomed new students to their new home during an evening event August 24 in the Fieldhouse Arena on the Allendale Campus.

Aug 24, 2022


Professional development series aligns with Strategic Enrollment Management Plan

A series of professional development events will help faculty and staff members strengthen Grand Valley student readiness and success outcomes.

Aug 18, 2022


First Orientation Extravaganza attracts more than 200 people

More than 200 people attended the first Orientation Extravaganza August 6, providing new students with a fun setting to learn more about the campus resources that will be available to them.

Aug 9, 2022


Teaching Lodge on campus provides space for Native students

Students, faculty and alumni worked collaboratively with community members to build a traditional Native teaching lodge on Grand Valley's campus, the first lodge built on public university land in Michigan.

Aug 8, 2022


GVSU earns federal grant to establish TRIO program in Detroit

The five-year, $1.4 million federal grant will establish a TRIO program in Detroit designed to create a successful college-going culture for high school students who would be the first in their families to attend college.

Jun 13, 2022


Mantella, other leaders tackle systemic issues at Black Boys and Men Symposium

K-12 and higher education leaders addressed the challenges of the systems that impact Black men and boys and the need to create conditions for their success at a symposium sponsored by the Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach.

Jun 10, 2022


Muskegon eighth graders surprised with GVSU announcement of guaranteed admission

Eighth graders at Timberland Charter Academy in Muskegon were surprised during their promotion ceremony with an announcement of guaranteed admission to GVSU if they meet certain criteria.

Jun 3, 2022


More than 250 expected at first Black Boys and Men Symposium

More than 250 people are expected to participate in the Black Boys and Men Symposium, hosted by Grand Valley's Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach.

Jun 2, 2022


Latino high school students find community and connections on campus

More than 1,000 high school students found their community at Grand Valley May 6 during a Latino youth conference.

May 6, 2022