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GVSU report highlights business optimism, moderate growth for West Michigan in 2025

Paul Isely, associate dean and professor of economics at the Seidman College of Business, said his findings highlight several positive economic trends for the Grand Rapids region of Kent, Ottawa, Muskegon and Allegan counties.

Jan 29, 2025


GVSU report reveals challenges, innovations for nonprofits in 2025

The ninth edition of the Johnson Center's "11 Trends in Philanthropy," includes analysis of the opportunities and challenges facing nonprofits, their stakeholders and the sector's future.

Jan 15, 2025


College of Computing earns national cybersecurity designation

The College of Computing's cutting-edge curriculum and faculty expertise in the advancement of cybersecurity has earned it a national designation from the National Security Agency.

Oct 10, 2024


$241K NSF grant helps experts bring cutting-edge water research instrument to GVSU

Faculty members say undergraduate water research opportunities will expand with this addition.

Sep 24, 2024


GVSU sponsoring International Hospitality Students Day

Hospitality and tourism students from around the world will get the opportunity to listen and connect with some of the industry's top executives and insiders.

Sep 16, 2024


New AWRI director to begin role in January

Stuart Jones, a faculty member in the University of Notre Dame's Department of Biological Sciences, has been named the executive director of GVSU's Annis Water Resources Institute.

Sep 4, 2024



Tribeca Festival to present world premiere of latest release by GVSU filmmaker

The movie "Vulcanizadora," by Joel Potrykus, was filmed in Grand Rapids and near Manistee.

Jun 4, 2024


Chemistry faculty member named a top public university undergraduate educator

Brad Wallar received the 2024 Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year Award.

Apr 9, 2024