R.J. Boudro addresses the crowd during his news conference naming him as the Lakers' new wrestling coach.

R.J. Boudro named as new men’s wrestling coach

R.J. Boudro, former head coach at Lowell High School, was named as the Lakers’ new men’s wrestling coach by Director of Athletics Keri Becker on July 17. Boudro succeeds Joey Simcoe, who stepped down in June.

Jul 17, 2025

students walking on sidewalk by Zumberge Hall

Admissions

GVSU will offer guaranteed transfer admission and scholarships for displaced Siena Heights students

The 105-year-old university in Adrian will close after the upcoming academic year.

Jul 15, 2025

A person holds a wood turtle with a tracking device and antenna attached to its shell. The background is a blurred outdoor scene with green and yellow tones.

Academics & Research

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

Research

GVSU receives $1.6 million state grant to launch fund that invests in startups

The fund will focus on high-tech early stage companies in Kent County with proceeds going back into the fund for additional start-up help.

Jul 14, 2025

The sun rises over downtown Grand Rapids with the Becking Carillon in the foreground.

Board of Trustees

Grand Valley Board of Trustees approves budget with record financial aid for students

$409 million 2025-26 budget represents a 1.8% increase in spending over 2024-25, as GVSU strives to maximize value for students and supporters.

Jul 11, 2025

GVSU's Board of Trustees meets in the Kirkhof Center's Pere Marquette room.

Seidman College of Business

GVSU survey shows economic resilience in West Michigan

Despite months of economic uncertainty stemming from tariff policies and ongoing global trade tensions, the West Michigan economy has remained resilient, according to data collected by a Grand Valley State University researcher.

Jul 10, 2025

Exterior of the L. William Seidman Center, home of the Seidman College of Business

Kirkhof College of Nursing

Nursing graduate develops medical device with help from engineering students

The Tibbe EUD was licensed by a Grand Rapids company and will soon be available at health care facilities.

Jul 7, 2025

Laker Life

GVSU in photos, June 2025: The beauty of simplicity -- a family hug, a good laugh and a quiet place to reflect

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

Jul 1, 2025

As seen from a drone, people work from a boat as they float on a lake.

Information Technology

Vice president to receive Global CIO 100 award

Miloš Topić has led an enhancement of IT and digital services since joining GVSU in 2020.

Jun 25, 2025

Miloš Topić with arm resting on table, sculpture behind him, he is dressed in blue suit jacket and light blue shirt