From classroom to career: PCE graduates join industry leaders
With strong preparation and real-world experience, Padnos College of Engineering graduates continue to turn opportunity into careers at major companies.
May 6, 2026
Welcome to the Padnos College of Engineering!
The Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Seymour & Esther Padnos College of Engineering (PCE) offers undergraduate programs in engineering and occupational safety and health management. Graduate programs are offered in engineering, and the professional sciences. The college also provides courses in support of non-engineering and computing students through a variety of minor programs.
Specific information on the admission, curriculum, and graduation requirements can be found in each program section below, or you can take a virtual tour of our Pew Grand Rapids Campus and Allendale Campus. Both the School of Engineering and the Occupational Safety & Health Management Department are based on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Questions about your course schedule or program requirements? Contact our team of professional advisors!
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Why Choose the Padnos College of Engineering?
PCE News
Nick Baine named to James R. Sebastian Endowed Chair
Baine will build on the strong foundation of the college's co-op program to help it evolve to ensure it is positively serving students and industry partners.
May 4, 2026
New PCE grads celebrate at commencement
Padnos College of Engineering graduates were among those receiving their degrees at the May 1, 2026 commencement ceremony at Van Andel Arena.
May 4, 2026