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Over 3,000 students to participate in Commencement ceremonies

Grand Valley's three Commencement ceremonies will take place in Van Andel Arena on April 28 and 29. Former Ford & Steelcase CEO, James Hackett, will be the guest speaker at the Saturday morning ceremony.

Apr 24, 2023


'Absurd comedy' to premiere as next Summer Film Project release

The screening will be April 27 at Celebration Cinema North.

Apr 24, 2023


Amid the political vitriol, public officials see reasons for optimism

Kent County Health Officer Adam London and former U.S. Rep. Peter Meijer discussed the vitriol they faced as public leaders and how citizens can counter it during their keynote discussion on political violence at the Hauenstein Center's Progressive/Conservative Summit.

Apr 24, 2023


Reach Higher Showcase provides stage for action and innovation

Inaugural event highlights more than 120 faculty, staff and student initiatives

Apr 21, 2023


GVSU-authorized charter school volunteers for park project

Students from GVSU-authorized Byron Center Charter School joined Michigan Cares for Tourism to spruce up Lake Macatawa Campground, Holland State Park, Muskegon Luge Adventure Sports Park and Muskegon State Park.

Apr 20, 2023


Reach Higher Showcase to highlight cutting-edge work of faculty, staff

The Reach Higher Showcase is an interactive, multimedia exhibition highlighting the innovative work of faculty and university departments that propels Grand Valley toward the commitments of the Reach Higher 2025 strategic plan.

Apr 18, 2023


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


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


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


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