Multicultural Affairs
GVSU events celebrate Black History Month
African American traditions, activism through sports and a celebration of art will be featured throughout the month of February to celebrate Black History Month at Grand Valley State University.
Jan 26, 2018
Native American actor to discuss empowerment
A member of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma who is an actor and entrepreneur will give a presentation November 8 as part of the Professionals of Color Lecture Series.
Oct 31, 2017
Native American celebration features traditions, guest speakers
The annual celebration will feature guest lecturers who will discuss issues such as Standing Rock and the preservation of Native American Historical Landmarks.
Oct 5, 2017
First woman surgeon general to discuss Hispanic heritage
Antonia Novello became the 14th surgeon general in 1990 when she was sworn in by Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.
Sep 21, 2017
GVSU events celebrate Hispanic heritage
Grand Valley's annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration will feature guest lecturers, spoken word poetry, dancing and celebratory cultural events.
Sep 14, 2017
Orientations held for students of color
This year for the first time, an orientation was held for first-year African American students. The Black Excellence Orientation followed the same model as Laker Familia, now in its fourth year of serving new Latino/a students.
Aug 24, 2017
Grandson of César Chávez to give keynote
A presentation by Andrés Chavéz, grandson of labor leader and civil rights activist César E. Chávez, will kick off Grand Valley State University's annual César Chávez Celebration.
Mar 21, 2017
Students earn scholarships for passports
It's among the first steps to studying abroad: getting a passport. Five students received scholarships to apply for a passport through a campus collaboration.
Mar 3, 2017
Events planned for Black History Month
African American traditions, a community service trip to Mel Trotter Ministries and a film screening will be part of Black History Month celebrations in February. All events are free and open to the public.
Jan 30, 2017
Celebration of Asian American culture planned
Grand Valley will host the annual Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Celebration from January through March.
Jan 25, 2017
