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Grand Valley welcomes Cornell Mann as men's head basketball coach

Mann was formally introduced as the next men's basketball coach in front of an audience of family, friends, alumni, supporters and members of the Lakers men's and women's basketball teams.

Apr 7, 2022



Relay for Life returns to in-person event on campus

For the first time since 2019, students, supporters and cancer survivors gathered in-person to participate in the Relay for Life, enjoy the festivities and fundraise for the American Cancer Society.

Apr 1, 2022


Athletic leaders reflect on 50th anniversary of Title IX

Fifty years after the passage of Title IX, women's athletics has made tremendous gains, and as Women's History Month draws to a close, Grand Valley's past and current athletic leaders reflect on the achievements made and the advancements yet to come.

Mar 29, 2022


GVSU to celebrate life of Cesar Chavez

The Office of Multicultural Affairs and the Latino Student Union have collaborated to host two local non-profit organizations for a panel discussion to share information with students about the work they do and how students can get involved.

Mar 28, 2022


Lakers fall in Division II women's basketball semifinal

The Lakers' No. 1 defense faced the nation's No. 1 offense with a trip to the NCAA Division II National Championship game on the line.

Mar 23, 2022


GVSU to host upcoming LGBTQ-centered events

GVSU, in partnership with the Milton E. Ford LGBT Resource Center and student organizations, will be hosting multiple events celebrating LGBTQ visibility.

Mar 23, 2022


Big win propels Grand Valley into women's Final Four

Emily Spitzley led the Lakers with 20 points to guide them into the Division II national semifinals on March 23.

Mar 21, 2022



In a faculty office, a foul-smelling plant hits its peak: 'The kind of flower only a biochemist could love'

Todd Carlson, professor of chemistry, has an affinity for the voodoo lily.

Feb 23, 2022