University Initiatives
New Pew Campus living-learning communities welcome first students
Students who moved into the new Living-Learning Communities on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus August 25 were exactly where they wanted to be: downtown.
Aug 25, 2021
Oliver Wilson Scholars set up for success after completing summer program
Nearly 60 incoming students have already completed their first six weeks of college by participating as Oliver Wilson Scholars, a program designed to support diverse students and set them up for success.
Aug 20, 2021
Mantella names four faculty members as Presidential Fellows
President Philomena V. Mantella named four faculty members as new Presidential Fellows to engage with university leadership on various initiatives.
Aug 9, 2021
High school students deliver pitches for improving higher education equity; now schools eye which ideas to activate
The national convening for REP4, which included 12 student presentations, was held August 5.
Aug 5, 2021
GVSU to host REP4 national event: Student leaders pitch ideas to change higher education, college leaders listen
The virtual event involving students from across the country is Aug. 5.
Aug 3, 2021
Mantella joins national alliance; signs letter to Congress urging help for immigrant students
President Mantella is a new steering committee member for the Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration.
Jul 19, 2021
Mantella on higher education podcast: REP4 focused on the learned experiences of today
The discussion was part of the Changing Higher Ed podcast.
Jul 13, 2021
GVSU named a 'Best for Vets' college by national outlet
Grand Valley State University has been named a 2021 "Best for Vets" college by the national news outlet Military Times. Grand Valley joins 366 colleges and universities throughout the country that are included on the 2021 list.
Jun 22, 2021
GVSU names education leader to head incubator addressing equity issues
Steven Hodas will lead the GV NextEd Accelerator.
Jun 7, 2021
President's supplier diversity statement aids inclusive campus environment
President Philomena V. Mantella issued a commitment to supplier diversity and said the statement will enhance the vibrancy of Grand Valley's community and assist in creating an inclusive campus.
May 27, 2021
