Office of the Provost

GVSU hosts hundreds of young learners at two STEAM events

Hundreds of middle and high school learners participated in competitions that would put their problem-solving and STEAM skills to the test.

Mar 25, 2024


Outstanding faculty members will be recognized at awards convocation

The campus community is invited to attend the February 15 ceremony at the DeVos Center.

Feb 6, 2024


Kimmerer: 'What does the Earth ask of us?'

The author of Braiding Sweetgrass gave a presentation before a standing-room-only crowd in the Kirkhof Center.

Nov 8, 2023



New students hear advice, encouragement from Convocation speakers

Speakers at the Fall Convocation ceremony August 23 offered advice and encouragement to students who represent the largest and most diverse class in Grand Valley's history.

Aug 24, 2023


FTLC keynote speaker calls for faculty to be innovative in helping students, themselves improve attention skills

The constant push and pull of our brains creates havoc on a person's attention span. But how can faculty, as the "directors of attention" in a classroom help students pay attention?

Aug 23, 2023


Speaker: 'Through food, we learn about the Black roots of Juneteenth'

The keynote speaker for Grand Valley's inaugural celebration said connecting food to Juneteenth is a long-standing tradition for Black Americans and a way for all Americans to better understand the nation's newest federal holiday.

Jun 19, 2023


KCC students who want to transfer to GVSU benefit from agreement

Leaders from both institutions signed an articulation agreement to improve pathways to GVSU degrees

May 5, 2023


Reach Higher Showcase provides stage for action and innovation

Inaugural event highlights more than 120 faculty, staff and student initiatives

Apr 21, 2023


Event celebrates student academic, leadership achievements

A new award presented at the Student Awards Convocation went to a student who, at one point, dropped out of college.

Apr 17, 2023