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GVSU students look forward to life downtown after City Campus move-in

While many students have already settled into life on the Valley Campus in Allendale, those living in Winter and Secchia halls on Grand Valley’s City Campus began their move-in process on August 22.

Aug 22, 2025


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


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


Get ready for move-in with Grand Valley Housing expert Colleen Bailey

Everything you need to know about move-in week 2025 at GVSU.

Jun 18, 2025


Changes to August welcome week announced

Laker Kickoff will be a new welcome event for first-year students.

Apr 28, 2025


GVSU Women's Basketball turned championship hopes into reality in historic season

The Lakers' season came to a close with confetti falling and a trophy hoisted in the air.

Apr 2, 2025


Engineering students find community in the chaos of FIRST Robotics

Students who are alumni of FIRST Robotics hosted a tournament for 11 teams.

Feb 20, 2025


TRIO programs celebrate resources, community

To celebrate National TRIO Day, Grand Valley's 12 TRIO programs were displayed during an open house February 19 in the Kirkhof Center.

Feb 19, 2025


Eliminating barriers: Let's Talk offers appointment-free counseling sessions through Counseling Center

The program gives GVSU students the opportunity for free, virtual conversations with licensed counselors.

Oct 24, 2024


Native American Heritage Fund grant creates GVSU pilot program to embed Indigenous knowledge into courses

The program includes bringing in community Indigenous knowledge keepers to collaborate and co-teach with faculty members.

Sep 17, 2024