University News

Progressive/Conservative Summit seeks to find common ground in politics

The event, presented by the Hauenstein Center, the GVSU political science department and the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library & Museum, will feature experts discussing the U.S. Constitution.

Feb 26, 2024


Fieldhouse Arena court named in honor of President Emeritus Thomas J. Haas

More than 300 GVSU supporters, friends and family members celebrated the unveiling of the Thomas J. Haas Court at the Fieldhouse Arena.

Feb 24, 2024



President's Forum guest: How higher education can better address inequities

President Philomena V. Mantella and Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Fatma Mili welcomed David Ruiter, faculty director of the Teaching and Learning Commons at the University of California San Diego.

Feb 20, 2024


Hauenstein Center welcomes White House historian for Presidents Day event

Matthew Costello serves as director of the David M. Rubenstein National Center for White House History at the White House Historical Association.

Feb 16, 2024


GVSU K-12 Connect selected as vetted tutoring provider for MI Kids Back on Track program

The recognition offers opportunities for growth and impact for K-12 Connect, officials said.

Feb 14, 2024


Khalilah Burt Gaston shares experiences during Wheelhouse Talks Series

Gaston, executive director of the Song Foundation, will share her expertise and insight at Friday's Wheelhouse Talks Series presented by the Peter C. Cook Leadership Academy in partnership with the Frederik Meijer Honors College.

Feb 14, 2024


GVSU report indicates West Michigan economy continues to slow

Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU’s Seidman College of Business, said his monthly survey of manufacturers and businesses indicates a local economy that is slowing, although not in a recession.

Feb 12, 2024


GVSU team sees mix of data in forecast of Grand Rapids economy

Paul Isely, professor of economics and associate dean of the Seidman College of Business, presented the findings from his Grand Rapids Economic Forecast to the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce.

Jan 31, 2024


Hauenstein to host panel discussion on U.S. immigration policy

The Hauenstein Center's Common Ground Initiative brings policy analysts to the Pew Grand Rapids Campus for a bipartisan discussion on immigration and how U.S. citizens can play an empowering role.

Jan 23, 2024