Facilities Planning

Mary Idema Pew Library celebrates 10th anniversary

Created as a prototype for 21st century learning, the space introduced innovative, student-focused designs.

Nov 28, 2023


Marcia J. Haas Garden dedicated

Located on the west side of the Haas Center for Performing Arts, the space pays tribute to the former First Lady of GVSU.

Aug 23, 2023


Grand Valley signals confidence, growth in coming year

Board approves largest performance pool increase in more than decade for faculty and staff, enrollment outlook for fall is positive

Jun 23, 2023


Board of Trustees approves campus Master Plan update

Plan envisions evolution of Pew, Allendale, Health campuses over next 5-10 years

Feb 24, 2023


Master Plan update shows possibilities for campus evolution, growth over next 10 years

New housing, downtown student center and Eberhard Center overhaul among possible changes.

Feb 22, 2023


Laker Letters unveiled as new icon, rallying point in Allendale

Louie the Laker takes wrap off 5-foot tall installation with carillon and library as backdrop

Dec 2, 2022


DCIH recognized by Consumers Energy for environmental efficiency

The Daniel and Pamella DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health has been selected as the winner of the Consumers Energy 2021 Project of the Year in the Large Commercial category.

May 11, 2022



Mt. Vernon Ave. at Fulton St. in Grand Rapids closed for construction beginning April 7

The intersection will be closed while crews work on turning Mount Vernon Avenue into a pedestrian campus, featuring a pathway, green space and a bike trail.

Apr 6, 2021


GVSU to develop pedestrian mall on Pew Grand Rapids campus

Grand Valley will transform Mount Vernon Avenue in downtown Grand Rapids into a pedestrian campus, featuring a pathway, green space and a bike trail.

Feb 26, 2021