Office of the President

Celebration of new space emphasizes student connections, reducing barriers to education

The Office of Student Support and Belonging provides services for students involved in scholarship and support programs.

Sep 26, 2025

VP Truss at the podium, speaking, three people standing in background

University News

Value, impact draw nearly 6,500 new students to Grand Valley

Enrollment, retention grow as more and more students recognize the benefits of becoming a Laker

Sep 15, 2025

Students gathered at Lubbers Stadium for the Laker Kickoff.

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

President Mantella on stage, Reach Higher Together on projection screen

University News

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

Volunteers help a student with their belongings during Valley Campus move-in.

Division of Student Affairs

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

student outside University Counseling Center

Research

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

The sun rises over downtown Grand Rapids with the Becking Carillon in the foreground.

Information Technology

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

Miloš Topić with arm resting on table, sculpture behind him, he is dressed in blue suit jacket and light blue shirt

Educational Equity

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