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Winter 2022 Commencement ceremonies to be held at Van Andel Arena

Grand Valley's Winter 2022 graduates are invited to attend in-person Commencement ceremonies at the Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. Dates and times are determined by students' specific colleges.

Feb 18, 2022


GVSU Career Center to host virtual Winter Career and Internship Fair

The Winter Career and Internship Fair will be held virtually on February 24.

Feb 17, 2022


GVSU community gathers for vigil to honor life of student Brendan Santo

A vigil was held on campus to honor and remember Brendan Santo.

Feb 10, 2022



GVSU to offer on-campus voting services for all upcoming elections

GVSU will now offer on-campus voting for students who are residents of Allendale for all upcoming elections.

Feb 2, 2022



Lakers basketball drawing national audience for three dates

ESPN3 will stream three dates for Grand Valley's men's and women's basketball teams, beginning with the January 27 games against Wisconsin-Parkside.

Jan 26, 2022


GVSU to celebrate Black History Month with multiple events, presentations throughout February

Grand Valley's Office of Multicultural Affairs will host events throughout the month of February in celebration of Black History Month.

Jan 26, 2022


Laker Esports Center opens, team competes against Davenport

The Laker Esports Center, located in the lower level of Kirkhof Center, officially opened January 18 when the club team competed against Davenport University.

Jan 18, 2022