News from Grand Valley State University

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Record number of organizations will participate in Student Philanthropy Week

Students will rally support for their organizations during the week, October 5-12.

Sep 29, 2026


Tech Week Grand Rapids: College of Engineering launches Blue Spark, connects with entrepreneurs

Area industry leaders learned how engineering faculty and students can partner with entrepreneurs to solve problems together.

Sep 16, 2026


Grand Valley brings AI, technology and innovation to forefront during Tech Week

A conversation between GVSU President Philomena V. Mantella and biologist Lee Hood headlines the events hosted by the university during this year’s Tech Week.

Sep 14, 2026


GE Aerospace Foundation, GVSU partner to launch Next Engineers Grand Rapids

Grant funds will support programs for 4,000 K-12 students in Grand Rapids.

Sep 14, 2026


Retiring professor leaves lasting wake with Wooden Shoe Regatta

Engineering professor Shirley Fleischmann brought the tradition to GVSU in 1990.

Aug 5, 2026


GVSU engineering students featured in Cast in Steel series

The series follows college teams competing to build interpretations of historic weapons and tools.

Jul 16, 2026


Collaborative innovation engineers a solution for transforming healthcare education

Students are building a locking cabinet similar to those used in hospitals.

Jun 16, 2026


GVSU in photos: Celebrating Laker graduates at May 2026 Commencement

See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.

May 5, 2026


High-achieving students recognized at annual awards convocation

The awards recognize excellence in and out of the classroom.

Apr 13, 2026


Engineering faculty member recognized as one of Michigan’s Distinguished Professors of the Year

The Michigan Association of State Universities awarded Sanjivan Manoharan and two others with the honor.

Apr 7, 2026