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Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on their time as Lakers

Lakers share how GVSU helped launch their futures.

Dec 1, 2025


Students lead vibrant Hispanic Heritage Month celebration

Hispanic culture was celebrated through food, art, music and a fashion show.

Oct 10, 2025


'I am not at Grand Valley without dodgeball.' Tradition fuels GVSU Dodgeball's 2025-2026 title hopes

Since joining the National Collegiate Dodgeball Association in 2005, the Lakers have won 11 national championships and 10 Michigan Dodgeball Cup Championships.

Oct 6, 2025



GVSU in Photos, August 2025: Moving in, multiple kickoffs and an epic celebration

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

Sep 2, 2025


Lakers kick off new year with exuberant celebration of GVSU life: 'Embrace it all'

The new welcome event Aug. 22 featured festivities at Lubbers Stadium, a lawn party and more.

Aug 23, 2025


Lakers' pride shines as students begin new year

Hundreds of first-year students arrived at Grand Valley's Valley Campus in Allendale on August 20, with vehicles filled with belongings and family members, ready to move into living centers and begin their journeys as Lakers.

Aug 20, 2025


What's new on campus: 7 things Lakers can look for this fall

A new academic year means exciting new changes on campus. Read on to see what Lakers can expect this fall.

Aug 18, 2025


GVSU's health, well-being initiatives recognized nationally

GVSU is among 70 institutions to receive the Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award from a national publication.

Aug 5, 2025