News from Grand Valley State University

Office of the President

Police Department welcomes two new officers

President Mantella swore in the officers this week. They will spend their first few months training.

Feb 9, 2023


Joining national network advances health promotion, prevention strategies

The network advances strategic initiatives around the well-being of students, faculty and staff members.

Feb 8, 2023


Faculty, staff, recognized at first Presidents' Ball since 2020

"The Night Time Stands Still" attracts more than 3,500 Lakers to DeVos Place.

Jan 30, 2023


Military and Veteran Resource director wins national Advisor of the Year honor

Jill Hinton Wolfe received the honor from Student Veterans of America in Orlando last week

Jan 10, 2023


GVSU Fall class of 2022 honored in Commencement ceremony at Van Andel Arena

Of the graduates, 1,061 received their undergraduate degree, 267 received their graduate degree and 505 were first-generation college students.

Dec 10, 2022


Army lieutenant gets commissioned on campus 'because I'm a Laker for a lifetime'

Jackson Wierenga said his reason for wanting the ceremony in Allendale was simple: 'I'm a Laker for a lifetime'

Dec 9, 2022


Laker Letters unveiled as new icon, rallying point in Allendale

Louie the Laker takes wrap off 5-foot tall installation with carillon and library as backdrop

Dec 2, 2022


REP4, Steelcase collaborate on better futures

Mantella appears in national webcast to talk equity in education, REP4

Dec 1, 2022


Mantella among authors of letter to Congress urging permanent protection for DACA students

President Philomena V. Mantella and other university presidents sent a letter to Congress, urging members to pass bipartisan legislation before the end of the year to protect DACA recipients and Dreamers.

Dec 1, 2022


Celebrate grand opening of faculty-staff Laker Club with complimentary lunch

The Laker Club, a new dining option for faculty and staff members, will offer a complimentary lunch buffet to faculty and staff members on November 21-22.

Nov 14, 2022