University News
Mantella, administrators explain planning process to return to campus in Fall 2020
At a virtual Town Hall for current students and parents on June 18, President Philomena V. Mantella and Grand Valley administrators detailed extensive planning that is currently underway to ensure that a return to campus is as safe and clean as possible.
Jun 18, 2020
Two recent graduates credit Thompsons for providing them access to college
The coronavirus pandemic and economic crisis are not stopping two recent Grand Valley graduates from starting their careers. Both women credit a generous Detroit couple for helping them get to college in the first place.
Jun 12, 2020
GVSU names new CLAS dean
Jennifer Drake has been named dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.
Jun 5, 2020
Division of Inclusion and Equity hosts webinar for newly admitted students, families
Admitted students and their families learned more about Grand Valley's culture and community during a webinar June 4 hosted by the Division of Inclusion and Equity.
Jun 4, 2020
Laker Effect campaign raises record $130M for scholarships, student support, academic programs and facilities
Grand Valley leaders announced a record conclusion to the Laker Effect campaign, which raised $130 million for students, the most successful campaign in the university's history.
Jun 3, 2020
President Mantella holds virtual Laker town hall meeting for parents and guardians
University leaders answered questions about university finances, remote learning, student support services and academic policies.
Apr 8, 2020
IT staff works to support students, faculty, staff through remote learning and work
As students, faculty and staff members adjust to learning, teaching and working remotely due to health and safety concerns over the COVID-19 virus, Grand Valley's Information Technology has adjusted approaches, been nimble and flexible to help everyone succeed in remote applications.
Mar 20, 2020
For the safety of the GVSU community, classes are canceled March 12-15 and GVSU will convert to remote teaching beginning March 16-29.
Our top priority is the health and safety of the Grand Valley State University community. Because the COVID-19 virus has spread to Oakland and Wayne counties in Michigan, Grand Valley will cancel classes March 12 -15. The university will convert to remote teaching beginning March 16, at least through March 29.
Mar 11, 2020
GVSU offensive coordinator resigns
Morris Berger and Grand Valley State have reached a mutual agreement regarding his position as offensive coordinator at Grand Valley State University. Berger has resigned and the university has accepted it with immediate effect.
Jan 30, 2020
What will the GVSU student experience look like in five years? Students, President Mantella share ideas during design thinking workshop
More than 50 students from various majors, academic levels and backgrounds gathered for a workshop with President Philomena V. Mantella to reimagine the student experience at Grand Valley.
Jan 24, 2020
