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Athletics Department honoring 50th anniversary of Title IX

Since the enactment of Title IX in 1972, national participation in women's collegiate athletics has increased six-fold with more than 200,000 women playing college sports.

Jun 21, 2022


GVSU engineering students now have pathway to master's degree in architecture from KCAD

GVSU interdisciplinary engineering students interested in pursuing a master's degree in architecture from KCAD can do so in an accelerated timeline.

Jun 20, 2022


Mantella: GVSU providing responsive education for today's students

Grand Valley President Philomena V. Mantella was one of the featured presenters at the West Michigan CEO Summit, discussing GVSU's mission to provide education responsive to today's extraordinary disruptions.

Jun 14, 2022


Becker to receive leadership award for equity, inclusion efforts

The Michigan chapter of the American Council on Education Women's Network will honor Director of Athletics Keri Becker with its Distinguished Woman in Higher Education Leadership Award during MI-ACE's conference on June 14.

Jun 9, 2022



Drop in business confidence as leaders worry about recession: GVSU economics expert

Brian Long said for the first time in eight years, survey respondents reacted negatively to long-term business outlooks.

Jun 6, 2022


Muskegon eighth graders surprised with GVSU announcement of guaranteed admission

Eighth graders at Timberland Charter Academy in Muskegon were surprised during their promotion ceremony with an announcement of guaranteed admission to GVSU if they meet certain criteria.

Jun 3, 2022


Entrepreneurs make their pitches at Innovation Hub's 5x5 Night

Modeled on television shows like "Shark Tank" and "Dragons' Den," the event gives an entrepreneur five minutes to present their idea to an audience and a panel of judges, making the case for funding in their young company.

Jun 2, 2022


More than 250 expected at first Black Boys and Men Symposium

More than 250 people are expected to participate in the Black Boys and Men Symposium, hosted by Grand Valley's Division of Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach.

Jun 2, 2022


Ning "Jackie" Zhang announced as dean of the College of Health Professions

Interim Provost Chris Plouff announced the appointment of Ning "Jackie" Zhang as the next dean of the College of Health Professions.

Jun 1, 2022