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ArtPrize

Dance performances highlight GVSU at ArtPrize 2026

Unique dance is 'choose your adventure'; psychology will host an evening of science and art

Sep 15, 2026

Kaye Suarez and O�Malley Ferguson perform a dance on stage, Kaye on left on floor with legs up, O'Malley on chair with legs up

Arts

GVSU Arts Celebration to present renowned artists and performers at free public events

The celebration will feature an exhibition as well as visual, performing and literary art events.

Sep 14, 2026

Ying Quartet, l-r: David Ying (cello), Janet Ying (violin), new first violinist Robin Scott, and Phillip Ying (viola) outside Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, Eastman School of Music.

University Libraries

Melanie Shell-Weiss shares vision as new Dean of the Libraries and Art Museum

Shell-Weiss was appointed dean by Provost Jennifer Drake after serving as interim dean since 2025.

Sep 1, 2026

Melanie Shell-Weiss stands in front of a gallery wall of colorful paintings.

Giving

GVSU community celebrates life of Barbara Gordon, philanthropist of education and arts

Barbara and George Gordon donated Mathias J. Alten paintings to GVSU and established an arts fellowship for a student.

Feb 4, 2026

Barbara Gordon in white blazer with black trim, she is wearing glasses and has gray hair

University News

GVSU joins celebration of America at 250 years

President Philomena V. Mantella on GRA250 steering committee

Jan 12, 2026

A painted wood art rendering of the American flag by Willian Henry Edgerton hangs in the Lake Ontario Wall Gallery as part of the Becoming America: Our Past, Present, and Future at 250 exhibit.

Arts

GVSU Arts Celebration to feature range of free events

The slate of events showcasing visual, performing and literary arts will continue through November.

Oct 3, 2025

Two people dance dramatically with one looking upward with arms extended.

Laker Life

GVSU in photos, September 2025: Sand and sky, colorfully chalked sidewalks and a national title celebration

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Oct 1, 2025

Student senate placed flags on the Kirkhof lawn to honor and remember those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

(Photo releases on file)

ArtPrize

Laker connections to ArtPrize continue

Grand Valley has had connections to the international art competition throughout its 15-year history.

Sep 18, 2025

Gabrielle Egnater pictured in front of her sculpture, a white pillar in front of a white garage door

University News

Grand Valley showcases role in Michigan's tech future during Tech Week 2025

The annual event brings together leaders, researchers and innovators from across Michigan to explore and discuss the transformative role of technology in advancing multiple fields and reshaping industries.

Sep 9, 2025

Guests try on virtual reality headsets at a GVSU event during Tech Week.