News from Grand Valley State University

Office of Student Life

High-achieving students recognized at annual awards convocation

The awards recognize excellence in and out of the classroom.

Apr 13, 2026


Student Senate travels to Washington, displaying the power of structured advocacy

Leaders from Student Senate connected with Michigan's Congressional delegation to showcase GVSU's impact.

Apr 8, 2026



NAACP president: 'Do well for yourself, do good for your neighbors'

Derrick Johnson gave a rescheduled MLK keynote presentation in the Kirkhof Center.

Mar 18, 2026


Women's History Month kicks off with summit for middle, high school students

Keynote speaker Sharnell James challenged participants to be unapologetically themselves.

Mar 9, 2026



Lakers dance the night away at Presidents’ Ball

Lakers celebrated “A Red Carpet Soiree” at the 2026 Presidents’ Ball.

Mar 2, 2026


MLK speaker: Mayweather challenges Lakers to lead with vision

The two-time Laker graduate challenged the virtual audience to build their own visions to create change.

Jan 21, 2026


GVSU in 2025: A review of the headlines, images and moments

Let's take a look back at a busy year for Lakers.

Dec 17, 2025


GVSU in Photos: Celebrating Laker graduates at December 2025 Commencement

See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.

Dec 9, 2025