Office of the President
University Address: Mantella charts path for growth, innovation and impact
President Mantella said GVSU will expand its reach and relevance by being innovative and people-centered.
Aug 22, 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
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
GVSU receives $1.6 million state grant to launch fund that invests in startups
The fund will focus on high-tech early stage companies in Kent County with proceeds going back into the fund for additional start-up help.
Jul 14, 2025
Vice president to receive Global CIO 100 award
Miloš Topić has led an enhancement of IT and digital services since joining GVSU in 2020.
Jun 25, 2025
GVSU hosts 'From Roots to Rise' Juneteenth celebration
Members of the Grand Valley community congregated at the Haas Center for Performing Arts on the Valley Campus in Allendale for the university's Juneteenth celebration on June 20.
Jun 20, 2025
Mantella joins Colorado Gov. Polis and national leaders to reimagine the future of talent development
Mantella represented Grand Valley on the mainstage at the GlobalMindED Conference in Denver.
Jun 18, 2025
Judge Mathis opens symposium with call for mentorship, support
Judge Greg Mathis kicked off the fourth annual Black Boys and Men Symposium at the JW Marriott.
Jun 11, 2025
Agreement between GVSU, Wayne County Community College District will strengthen region's workforce in key areas
The agreement advances efforts by both institutions to increase the number of Detroit area college-going students and residents with postsecondary degrees and credentials.
Jun 9, 2025
Visionary behind the Thompson Working Families Scholarship is named a 'Michiganian of the Year'
Nearly one in 15 GVSU undergraduate students receives a Thompson scholarship.
Jun 9, 2025
