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GVSU report: West Michigan economy holds steady amid tariff challenges

A report by a GVSU researcher shows businesses and purchasing managers are still adjusting to the ongoing effects of the federal tariffs.

Nov 12, 2025


How GVSU students are helping shape the future of Michigan's parks

Since January 2024, Grand Valley faculty and students have partnered with the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to analyze guest surveys compiled by state parks, campgrounds and marinas.

Nov 12, 2025


Honors College's Daniel Williams to highlight leadership lessons at lecture series

Williams, one of Grand Rapids’ most influential young leaders, will his share insights during the Frederik Meijer Lecture Series and Wheelhouse Talks.

Nov 4, 2025


Study finds GVSU generates $3 billion annual economic impact, drives state and regional economy

The study details Grand Valley’s strong return on public investment and the economic engine the university and its graduates drive for Michigan.

Oct 2, 2025


AWRI, community partnerships lead to restoration milestone for Muskegon Lake

The lake's extensive remediation efforts were supported in large part by the research and monitoring conducted by GVSU's Annis Water Resources Institute.

Oct 1, 2025



Rare turtles, opportunistic predators the focus of GVSU-led conservation research to stabilize threatened species

Summer is a prime time for GVSU researchers. We'll show you some of the projects making an impact.

Jul 15, 2025


GVSU researchers providing key data for Kent County effort to manage deer population

Summer is a prime time for GVSU researchers. We'll show you some of the projects making an impact.

Jun 25, 2025


Hauenstein Center event explores history of presidential accountability

The Hauenstein Center's Scholar-in-Residence, Nicole Hemmer, said the 1970s were the high-water mark for presidential oversight.

Feb 18, 2025


GVSU launches podcast focusing on faculty members

President Philomena V. Mantella talks with Matthew Daley, professor of history, in the first podcast.

Feb 10, 2025