University Initiatives
Reach Higher 2025 hits milepost with draft Values, Mission and Vision for university
An April 26 update outlined the process so far and invited reflection on the proposed language.
Apr 26, 2021
First LEADS graduates fit state initiative to have more residents with bachelor's degrees
18 students will earn bachelor's degrees in integrative studies at the conclusion of the winter semester.
Apr 22, 2021
Battle Creek seniors earn scholarships to GVSU through partnership with W.K. Kellogg Foundation
Nearly 20 seniors from Battle Creek Central High School received partial or full scholarships to attend Grand Valley in the Fall 2021 semester.
Apr 20, 2021
Innovation Fund proposal will accelerate open educational resources
The most recent proposal to the Innovation Fund will seek to expand University Librariesý publishing capacity for open educational resources, or OER. The Innovation Fund, one of President Philomena V. Mantella's initiatives to propel Grand Valley forward, will invest specifically in proposals that cover one of the five presidential priorities outlined by Mantella.
Apr 9, 2021
Agreement with HBCU creates pathway for students, helps diversify area workforce
Grand Valley signed an agreement with an HBCU in Georgia that will support students in a master's degree program in engineering/computing and help diversify the talent pipeline for West Michigan employers.
Apr 8, 2021
Getting back to 'We': Authors discuss lessons learned from history, potential for new American upswing
The virtual presentation was part of the final installment in the Presidential Roundtable series.
Apr 6, 2021
Final GVSU Presidential Roundtable: Bringing America together
The discussion will center on lessons learned from earlier challenging eras in U.S. history.
Mar 30, 2021
GVSU to open 'game-changing' immersive housing options in Grand Rapids
Four new housing options will open for first-year or transfer students at Grand Valley this fall, offering an immersive experience that puts them in the heart of Grand Rapids.
Mar 30, 2021
National journalists who covered key recent events discuss current political climate, how they do their work
The journalists were part of a virtual conversation for the Presidential Roundtable series.
Mar 22, 2021
Next GVSU Presidential Roundtable to examine elections and the role of media
Two national reporters will join the university's four most recent presidents for the discussion.
Mar 18, 2021
