Office of the President
Annual César Chávez commemoration transitions to three days of virtual events
The Committee to Honor César E. Chávez will host a 20th Anniversary Gala with virtual opportunities spread over three days.
Oct 16, 2020
"Staying Safe" order to lift, Lakers encouraged to stay strong and continue safety protocols
The "Staying Safe" order, issued two weeks ago by the Ottawa County Department of Public Health (OCDPH), expires at midnight October 16; public health officials said they will not issue another formal order. OCDPH officials recognized the efforts of Grand Valley students, faculty and staff that have resulted in a decrease in COVID-19 positive test results, noting that testing, wearing face coverings, distancing and hand washing are measures that are working.
Oct 16, 2020
GVSU community members march in solidarity for Black lives
More than 100 GVSU students, faculty and staff members marched through the Allendale Campus in solidarity for racial equality.
Oct 9, 2020
Mantella op-ed: Fight for in-person classes crucial for all learners
President Mantella wrote higher education's battle to maintain face-to-face learning, while following all public health guidance, is a struggle worth fighting for, especially if it improves success for those who have to fight just to gain access to our doors.
Sep 27, 2020
A message from President Philomena V. Mantella
President Philomena V. Mantella sent a message to the campus community on September 25, 2020, about a racial Zoom incident.
Sep 25, 2020
Mantella reappoints two faculty members as Presidential Fellows
Chasity Bailey-Fakhoury, associate professor of Educational Foundations, has been reappointed as the Presidential Fellow for Strategy Development and Outreach. Aaron Lowen, professor of economics and finance department chair, has been reappointed as the Presidential Fellow for Enterprise Learning & Development.
Sep 23, 2020
Mantella elevates learners as consultants to the university
The Learner Engagement Challenge connected high school and GVSU students to reimagine the future of learning.
Sep 23, 2020
Virus Action Team update: GVSU dashboard offers transparency, aggressive COVID-19 testing continues
Senior Leadership decided to report all verified positive cases associated with the university to provide the most complete picture possible for the campus community.
Sep 10, 2020
Convocation speakers usher in new academic year with messages of resilience, opportunities
President Philomena V. Mantella and other university leaders welcomed new students to campus during a live-streamed Convocation address August 28. The speakers acknowledged students' resiliency for sticking to their goals of attending college during the challenges COVID-19 brings.
Aug 28, 2020
Virtual Convocation celebration to be webcast August 28
Grand Valley President Philomena V. Mantella will address incoming students during a virtual Convocation ceremony Friday, August 28.
Aug 26, 2020
