Inclusion

Native American Heritage Fund grant creates GVSU pilot program to embed Indigenous knowledge into courses

The program includes bringing in community Indigenous knowledge keepers to collaborate and co-teach with faculty members.

Sep 17, 2024


Library collaborates with Grand Rapids nonprofit to host Black book exchange

The Black Book Exchange Box is one of 11 throughout Grand Rapids.

Jul 8, 2024


GVSU to be title sponsor for 60th annual LAUP Fiesta in Holland, introduce new LatinXperience Symposium

The annual event will feature new components this year to further celebrate the Latino/x community and their contributions to West Michigan.

May 15, 2024


Nursing faculty member builds online toolkit to bridge gap in HIV care

The online toolkit has two audiences: health care providers and community members.

Nov 14, 2023


Bernal named to Crain's list of notable DEI leaders

President Philomena V. Mantella called Bernal 'the standard bearer for educational equity'

May 30, 2023


GVSU earns national recognition for two programs with outreach to HBCU/HSIs

Two Grand Valley programs focused on helping underrepresented students advance in STEM disciplines and careers received national recognition.

Aug 16, 2021


Laker Familia, other resources help student leader feel comfortable on campus

When Elizabeth Perez-Vazquez graduates next year with a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, she will be the first in her family with a college degree.

Jun 30, 2020


GVSU named "Best in Michigan" for LGBTQ students

Grand Valley is included in the 2020 ranking of "The Best Colleges for LGBTQ+ Students in Each State.

Jun 19, 2020


GVSU staff member encourages community to recognize and celebrate Juneteenth

Juneteenth is a holiday that brings people together to celebrate community, listen to speakers, sing and enjoy food. Takeelia Garrett, the student ombuds and co-chair of the Black Faculty and Staff Association at Grand Valley, said this year the celebration means even more.

Jun 18, 2020


Division of Inclusion and Equity hosts webinar for newly admitted students, families

Admitted students and their families learned more about Grand Valley's culture and community during a webinar June 4 hosted by the Division of Inclusion and Equity.

Jun 4, 2020