HBCU/HSI Consortium

GVSU welcomes first Hispanic Serving Institution to pipeline consortium

Houston Christian University is the first Hispanic Serving Institution to become a partner in the seven-member consortium.

Mar 7, 2024


PCEC dean reflects on upcoming retirement, building a community-engaged college

Paul Plotkowski said the unique makeup of West Michigan industry contributed to the success of the college.

Aug 9, 2023


GVSU expands pipeline pathways for diverse students to education

Leaders from GVSU and Talladega College in Alabama signed an articulation agreement for students from Talladega to earn master's degrees at GVSU.

Apr 26, 2023


Leaders from GVSU sign articulation agreement with North Carolina HBCU

JCSU is the fifth Historically Black College or University (HBCU) to join the HBCU/Hispanic Serving Institution Consortium.

Apr 12, 2023


Graduate fellowship program extends to former HBCU students

Graduate students who joined the university through a pipeline program are now contributing to the West Michigan talent pool.

Jan 12, 2023


HBCU students from consortium tour campuses, learn about graduate programs

More than 30 students, faculty and administrators from Historically Black Colleges and Universities toured the Allendale and Pew Grand Rapids campuses to learn more about Grand Valley's graduate degree programs.

Nov 1, 2022


Summer program is bridge to success for Oliver Wilson Scholars

Nearly 100 first-year students who participate in the Oliver Wilson Scholars program are off to a solid academic year after spending six weeks on campus in the summer, taking classes and learning to navigate university resources.

Oct 17, 2022


U.S. Education official tours GVSU, visits with students

Department of Education Under Secretary James Kvaal visited with President Philomena V. Mantella, members of the Senior Leadership Team and students on his tour of Grand Valley and the DeVos Center of Interprofessional Health.

Aug 30, 2022