University Development
Philanthropic Detroit couple opens doors to education for 400 new students
Nearly 400 new students have enrolled at Grand Valley this year largely because of the generosity of a Detroit couple who have expanded access to education for students from working-class families.
Sep 22, 2023
From journalism to nursing: Pine Rest partnership produces first graduate
Most people may not see an immediate connection between nursing and journalism. Ben Weissenborn said his degree in the latter has helped propel his new career as a psychiatric nurse.
Aug 17, 2023
Camp honors vision, legacy of longtime broadcaster to help high school students explore profession
The camp is part of a gift to GVSU from The Robert Nelson Foundation.
Jul 14, 2023
GVSU celebrates the life of longtime supporter, son of university founder
Grand Valley leaders are celebrating the life of David G. Frey, son of Edward Frey, one of GVSU's founders. He died June 14 at age 81.
Jun 16, 2023
Kennedys, Kellers recognized with awards from Grand Valley University Foundation
Two couples, John and Nancy Kennedy and Andy and Christina Keller, were recognized June 13 by the Grand Valley University Foundation for their commitment to philanthropy, service and the university.
Jun 14, 2023
Thompson Scholars celebrate community, recognize graduates
Foundation trustees visit to celebrate university's largest scholarship program
May 9, 2023
New endowed professor will focus on role civil discourse can play in polarization
Greg Warsen, assistant professor of educational leadership, was selected as the new Padnos/Sarosik endowed professor of civil discourse.
Dec 5, 2022
Giving Tuesday focuses on nourishing students in need at Replenish
Campus community rallies around food and basic needs bank serving students
Nov 22, 2022
GVSU mourns death of West Michigan pastor Dennis McMurray, '85
The Grand Valley community mourns the death of Bishop Dennis McMurray, '85, senior pastor of the Renaissance Church of God in Christ in Grand Rapids, who died November 2 at age 63.
Nov 4, 2022
Grand Valley celebrates life of longtime community philanthropist, university supporter
Leaders at Grand Valley and in West Michigan are celebrating the life of Thomas "Tom" S. Fox, community philanthropist and Grand Valley Foundation Advisory Cabinet member, who died on September 3.
Sep 6, 2022
