University News

Student Scholars Day showcases research, projects

More than 400 students across a variety of disciplines delivered their research findings or displayed their projects to their peers and faculty members during Student Scholars Day on April 12.

Apr 12, 2023

A student discusses her research with another student during Student Scholars Day

Center for Undergraduate Scholar Engagement

Student Scholars Day ready for spotlight this week

More than 400 Grand Valley students will present their research or projects during the 27th annual Student Scholars Day on April 12 at several locations across the Allendale campus.

Apr 10, 2023

Student discusses his research with a faculty member

Seidman College of Business

Seidman survey: Key local economic indicators rebound in March

A March survey of local purchasing managers reflects their fluctuating beliefs regarding the state of the West Michigan economy.

Apr 10, 2023

Two students exit the L. William Seidman Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus

University News

Alumni get inside look at March Madness, Final Four

As athletic trainers, Sam Johnson, '14 and Andrea Chilcote, '12, helped prepare their college basketball teams for success at the NCAA men's and women's national basketball tournaments.

Apr 5, 2023

Sam Johnson trims a piece of net as a souvenir following a win by the Miami basketball team.

University News

Agreement allows high school students at North Ed Career Tech to obtain direct credit to GVSU

Leaders from GVSU and Northwest Education Services in Traverse City gathered to sign the agreement.

Apr 5, 2023

Two people are seated at a table with a blue table cloth. One person signs paper while another looks on. A Grand Valley State University flag hangs behind them.

Johnson Center for Philanthropy

New Johnson Center executive director named

Lesley D. Slavitt has nearly three decades of experience in philanthropy and higher education.

Apr 3, 2023

University News

Pilot program developing, strengthening leadership skills

The Leading Lakers: Leadership Pilot Program is in its final weeks, guiding participants through sessions devoted to topics on leadership, including conflict management, strategic mindset and building trust.

Mar 30, 2023

Paul Stansbie, associate dean with the College of Education and Community Innovation, speaks with the Leadership Program cohort as President Philomena V. Mantella looks on.

University News

President Mantella, CEOs discuss leadership in era of disruption

President Philomena V. Mantella and three CEOs from West Michigan businesses discussed their strategies on leading their institutions through the post-COVID era during a March 27 forum hosted by the Economic Club of Grand Rapids at the JW Marriott.

Mar 27, 2023

President Philomena V. Mantella answers a question during a panel discussion at the Economic Club of Grand Rapids.

Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies

Hauenstein Center panel discusses region's housing shortage, solutions

Grand Rapids and Kent County face a shortage of affordable housing that will have detrimental effects on the region's livability and appeal, unless more partnerships are nurtured and communities can implement strategies.

Mar 17, 2023