Office of the President
Convocation to be webcast live August 23
Grand Valley President Philomena V. Mantella will participate in her first Convocation ceremony and address students Friday, August 23. Convocation is a celebration that marks the beginning of the academic year. It will be webcast live at 11:30 a.m. from the Fieldhouse on the Allendale Campus.
Aug 22, 2019
President Mantella invites faculty and staff to engage
President Philomena Mantella welcomed the campus community back for Fall semester with an invitation to share ideas for the university's future.
Aug 22, 2019
Move-in begins August 19, President Mantella to participate in her first Convocation
Hundreds of students, faculty, staff members and alumni will help more than 6,000 new and returning students move to campus August 19-21. President Philomena V. Mantella will welcome students and their families as they move into residence halls across campus. Faculty and staff members will distribute ice cream throughout the week.
Aug 12, 2019
President Mantella discusses college access, value, affordability during MLive interview
During an interview with a reporter from the Grand Rapids Press, President Mantella discussed the value of higher education and opportunities to extend GVSU's prominence.
Jul 28, 2019
President Mantella commends affinity group leaders for their inclusion and equity work
President Philomena V. Mantella said the university is enriched by diversity and thanked members of the faculty and staff affinity groups for their hard work and dedication.
Jul 26, 2019
President Mantella tells Rotary education is a lifetime value
President Philomena V. Mantella told members of the Rotary Club of Grand Rapids that universities have an obligation to go beyond providing a first job for students, saying education provides a lifetime value.
Jul 25, 2019
President Mantella featured on NewsMakers
President Philomena V. Mantella was the featured guest on WGVU Public Media's "NewsMakers" program July 24. The half-hour program is hosted by Patrick Center, news and public affairs director at WGVU.
Jul 24, 2019
Mantella, Haas first to enjoy new 'Haas Boss' sandwich
President Philomena V. Mantella joined President Emeritus Thomas J. Haas July 17 at the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids to taste test a new sandwich named for Haas.
Jul 17, 2019
President Mantella greets new students at registration
President Philomena V. Mantella joined about 100 incoming students and their parents who attended registration and orientation July 15 on the Allendale Campus.
Jul 15, 2019
GVSU's President Mantella sets a bold agenda
Grand Valley State University President Philomena V. Mantella used the opportunity of her first Board of Trustees meeting to share her vision for the future of the university and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead.
Jul 14, 2019
