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GVSU ranks first in state, among top in the nation, on 'Best for Vets' list

Grand Valley ranked as the top Michigan college or university, 11th nationally, in the 2025 Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges rankings.

Dec 2, 2025


Inside Seidman’s new lab bringing real-world business to campus

The space gives students hands-on experience with situations they are likely to encounter in their careers, including negotiations, presentations and sales pitches.

Dec 1, 2025


Fall 2025 graduates to be celebrated during Commencement Ceremony

John Keating ’79 will be the guest speaker at the Dec. 6 celebration at Van Andel Arena.

Nov 24, 2025


Laker Raker drone sweeps 4,700 pieces of plastic from Lake Michigan shoreline

An eco-friendly, beach-cleaning drone operated by the Annis Water Resources Institute completed another summer sweeping and sifting the beach at Muskegon’s Pere Marquette Park.

Nov 24, 2025


Women’s cross country repeat as national champions

The women’s team finished with 65 points, edging national runner-up Colorado School of Mines by four points. The men's finished fourth, one point shy of third place Colorado School of Mines.

Nov 23, 2025


Women’s soccer, cross country teams poised for national titles

It’s championship season at Grand Valley, and the Lakers are right where they expect to be — on the national stage pursuing NCAA titles.

Nov 19, 2025


Lakers close regular season against Roosevelt at Lubbers

For full coverage of GVSU Football, including broadcast info, news, features, highlights, press conferences and more, follow @GVSUFootball on social media and on the GVSU Athletics website.

Nov 13, 2025


GVSU, Excel Charter Academy mark 30 years of innovation in education

For 30 years, Grand Valley has advanced cutting-edge solutions for K-12 students, teachers and administrators as one of Michigan’s first public charter school authorizers.

Nov 13, 2025


Grand Valley, Oakland Community College sign cybersecurity transfer agreement

The transfer agreement between the schools creates a seamless pathway for OCC students to earn a bachelor’s degree in cybersecurity from GVSU.

Nov 12, 2025


GVSU report: West Michigan economy holds steady amid tariff challenges

A report by a GVSU researcher shows businesses and purchasing managers are still adjusting to the ongoing effects of the federal tariffs.

Nov 12, 2025