University News

Muskegon Innovation Hub awards grants to 14 small businesses

Since August 2024, the Direct Grant Program has awarded $200,000 to assist small businesses with their operational costs, upgrades and expansion projects.

Aug 26, 2025

Office of the President

University Address: Mantella charts path for growth, innovation and impact

President Mantella said GVSU will expand its reach and relevance by being innovative and people-centered.

Aug 22, 2025

President Mantella on stage, Reach Higher Together on projection screen

Student Life

GVSU students look forward to life downtown after City Campus move-in

While many students have already settled into life on the Valley Campus in Allendale, those living in Winter and Secchia halls on Grand Valley’s City Campus began their move-in process on August 22.

Aug 22, 2025

Electrical engineering major Connor Waite moves into Secchia Hall on the City Campus in downtown Grand Rapids on August 22.

University News

Lakers' pride shines as students begin new year

Hundreds of first-year students arrived at Grand Valley's Valley Campus in Allendale on August 20, with vehicles filled with belongings and family members, ready to move into living centers and begin their journeys as Lakers.

Aug 20, 2025

Volunteers help a student with their belongings during Valley Campus move-in.

Summer Scholars Showcase

Students unveil research projects at Summer Scholars Showcase

Summer is a prime time for GVSU researchers. We'll show you some of the projects making an impact.

Jul 25, 2025

A student discusses his research with guests during the Summer Scholars Showcase.

Muskegon Innovation Hub

Meet the finalists for the 2025 Lakeshore Innovator of the Year

This year’s finalists comprise a diverse range of industries, including K-12 education, business development, fashion design, medical research and the food industry.

Jul 24, 2025

Exterior photo of the Muskegon Innovation Hub headquarters.

Athletics

R.J. Boudro named as new men’s wrestling coach

R.J. Boudro, former head coach at Lowell High School, was named as the Lakers’ new men’s wrestling coach by Director of Athletics Keri Becker on July 17. Boudro succeeds Joey Simcoe, who stepped down in June.

Jul 17, 2025