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GVSU announces gift to transform lives of talented first-generation students

President Philomena V. Mantella announced a gift to create a scholarship program designed to give access and a full-ride scholarship to underserved students who participate in a unique summer program and national pitch event.

Oct 20, 2021


Former GVSU president to be inducted into Michigan Military and Veterans Hall of Honor

President Emeritus Thomas J. Haas will be inducted into the Michigan Military and Veterans Hall of Honor November 19.

Oct 18, 2021


GVSU Police Academy cadets receive mediation, conflict resolution training

A unique partnership between the Grand Valley State University Police Academy and the nonprofit Dispute Resolution Center of West Michigan is providing cadets with additional training beyond the state requirements in effective communication skills with the public.

Oct 14, 2021


GVSU kicks off United Way pledge campaign

The annual United Way campaign is underway, allowing faculty and staff to pledge one-time or recurring donations online.

Oct 13, 2021


GVSU basketball, United Dairy partner to benefit student food bank

For every 3-pointer made by GVSU basketball teams this season, the United Dairy Industry of Michigan will donate a gallon of milk to Replenish, the university's student food bank.

Oct 8, 2021


Nursing professor utilizes location tracking in wayfinding research at independent and assisted living facilities

Location tracking is being utilized to know if improving wayfinding design helps residents of independent and assisted living centers use the spaces in their community better.

Oct 7, 2021


GVSU expert: West Michigan economic recovery continues to flatten

Pent-up supply demand has been satisfied causing the West Michigan economic recovery to continue to flatten, said Brian G. Long, director of Supply Management Research in the Seidman College of Business at Grand Valley State University.

Oct 7, 2021


GVSU to test alert system October 1

Grand Valley will test the GVSUAlert! system Friday, October 1, at noon. The test will include the outdoor warning system on the Allendale Campus.

Sep 30, 2021


Hauenstein Center hosts progressive, conservative pundits for two-day summit

The Hauenstein Center for Presidential Studies welcomes a trio of speakers representing a cross-section of political views for its annual Progressive/Conservative Summit.

Sep 30, 2021


GVSU health and safety plan update

In an email to the campus community, President Philomena V. Mantella said the Laker health and safety plan for Fall semester continues to be successful.

Sep 29, 2021