News from Grand Valley State University

Sustainability and Environmental Education

Princeton Review recognizes GVSU's commitment to sustainability in latest college guide

For the 13th consecutive year, Grand Valley has been included in the Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges.

Nov 9, 2022


Grand River cleanup aims to remove garbage on stretch of waterway connecting GVSU campuses

The 2022 Grand River Campus to Campus Cleanup runs Sept. 18-24.

Sep 14, 2022


GVSU earns top rating on international sustainability index

Grand Valley was again rated a top performer on the 2022 Sustainable Campus Index, earning gold status from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.

Sep 8, 2022


Students in environmental studies class immerse themselves on Beaver Island during field school

Ten Grand Valley students had what a faculty member called 'a study abroad experience in the middle of Lake Michigan.'

Jul 19, 2022


Farmers Market to return to GVSU following a two-year hiatus

After a two-year pause, the GVSU Farmers Market will return on June 8. The full market will be held once a month in parking lot G on the Allendale Campus and is co-hosted by the Office of Sustainability Practices and Human Resources.

May 23, 2022


DCIH recognized by Consumers Energy for environmental efficiency

The Daniel and Pamella DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health has been selected as the winner of the Consumers Energy 2021 Project of the Year in the Large Commercial category.

May 11, 2022




Showcase highlights student sustainability research

More than 25 research projects will be on display in this year's sustainability showcase, hosted by Grand Valley's environmental and sustainability studies program (ENS).

Nov 15, 2021


Grand Valley named a top performer in national sustainable campus index

Grand Valley has been recognized as a top performer in the 2021 Sustainable Campus Index, ranking second among master's institutions.

Nov 9, 2021