Office of the President
Despite insurrection, Constitution "worked" during January 6 armed attack on Capitol
Despite a strong challenge in the face of an armed insurrection in the U.S. Capitol on January 6, the U.S. Constitution worked, and ultimately resulted in the peaceful transfer of power from one presidential administration to the next, said Jeffrey Rosen, president and CEO of the National Constitution Center.
Feb 24, 2021
Pat Waring nears retirement, reflects on serving as bridge from GVSU to community
The word "sales" does not appear in Pat Waring's job title, but it has certainly been an unofficial role for the community relations director.
Feb 24, 2021
GVSU student vets participate in national conference, Mantella recognized as champion for veterans in higher ed
GVSU student veterans represented the university at the 13th annual Student Veterans of America National Conference held virtually February 19 and 20.
Feb 22, 2021
First Presidential Roundtable to address January 6 Capitol attack, Constitutional issues
Grand Valley State University's four most recent presidents will gather February 24 to host a roundtable discussion regarding the U.S. Constitution and the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6.
Feb 10, 2021
Reach Higher 2025 Steering Committee getting prepared for next phase of strategic plan
More huddles for gathering input have been scheduled.
Feb 4, 2021
Open learning expert urges GV leadership to "tiptoe into to the future" after COVID disruption
COVID-19 has proved a formidable force in disrupting traditional education systems since March of 2020, but Sanjay Sarma, vice president for open learning at MIT, said the pandemic leaves room for growth for higher education.
Feb 2, 2021
GVSU announces The Peter Secchia Military and Veterans Program
Active-duty military and veterans will receive enhanced support to pursue their educational goals, thanks to a significant gift from the family of the late former ambassador to Italy, Peter F. Secchia.
Jan 31, 2021
Reach Higher 2025 Steering Committee co-leads guiding new drafts of GVSU's Mission, Vision and Values, next steps in strategic plan
Tara Bivens, Mark Schaub and Janet Winter are the Steering Committee co-leads.
Jan 26, 2021
Butcher and Loth retiring in June
President Philomena V. Mantella has announced the June retirements of Vice President and General Counsel Tom Butcher, and Vice President for University Development Karen Loth. She called them both builders of today's Grand Valley State University.
Jan 26, 2021
White House correspondent delivers message of 'moving forward' during community MLK event
On the same day National Guard troops surrounded the nation's Capitol building following a siege, a White House correspondent gave a message of hope as she reflected on the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
Jan 18, 2021
