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Charter Schools Office honors 30 years through Impact 30 grant program

Impact 30 encourages projects that advance student-centered learning through two grant tracks: one for GVSU-authorized charter school partners, and the other for GVSU faculty, staff and students.

Oct 13, 2025


GVSU, Southwest Michigan leaders celebrate Battle Creek Innovation Hub as central to innovation, education

BCIH features classrooms, commercial teaching kitchen, cafe, event venue and collaborative areas.

Oct 9, 2025


GVSU survey: West Michigan economy flattens amid tariff uncertainty

Tariffs have created challenges for businesses to plan accordingly, said Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business.

Oct 9, 2025


No. 8 Lakers head north for GLIAC clash at Northern Michigan

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.

Oct 9, 2025


Study finds GVSU generates $3 billion annual economic impact, drives state and regional economy

The study details Grand Valley’s strong return on public investment and the economic engine the university and its graduates drive for Michigan.

Oct 2, 2025


AWRI secures $1 million NSF grant to advance Great Lakes research

A $1 million grant from the National Science Foundation will support a collaborative effort, involving Grand Valley’s Annis Water Resources Institute, to develop an experiential learning pathway for emerging technologies and strengthen Michigan’s Blue Economy.

Sep 24, 2025


Partnership with Grand Rapids’ Promise Zone helps more students reach Grand Valley

The Grand Rapids Promise Zone Authority announced an initiative with Grand Valley and Ferris State University that delivers a pathway to a bachelor’s degree from either of the institutions.

Sep 22, 2025


GVSU to host prestigious international computing conference

Grand Valley will host computer and software engineers from around the world for one of the most prestigious international conferences on computing and computer science.

Sep 22, 2025


Experts spotlight AI's human-centered capabilities during Tech Talk

Though artificial intelligence is still in its infancy, its potential to enhance the human experience provides a lot of opportunities, according to the technology’s researchers and innovators.

Sep 18, 2025


GVSU faculty, researchers highlight AI’s role in future of medicine

As part of this year’s Tech Week Grand Rapids, “Tech Talks: Health & Technology,” hosted by Grand Valley and the Van Andel Institute, featured researchers and innovators to present their cutting-edge projects that are revolutionizing the health care sector.

Sep 16, 2025