Our Future

Ariel shot of Allendale Campus - Reach Higher 2025

Reach Higher 2025

Strategically advancing the university in bold new directions. Guided by our shared values, Lakers Reach Higher together to ensure continued academic excellence, service to our students and community, and organizational accountability.

Large group of students celebrating and dancing - Diversity Commitment

DEI Commitment

GVSU has a deep commitment to creating an atmosphere where everyone can thrive and find a sense of belonging. As members of the academic community, we embrace diversity and actively nurture an inclusive environment that empowers every individual to reach their full potential.

Student standing proudly during commencement - Designing Education for 21st Century

Designing Education for the 21st Century

Collective avenues to accelerate new innovative educational practices essential for our future. The REP4 alliance takes this work nationwide to impact an exponential number of current and future learners.

Small group of Continuing Education students review class notes - Commitments to our Community

Commitments to our Communities

Commitments to help make a Grand Valley education accessible to more students than ever for both new and continuing learners.

90 %
of recent graduates are employed or pursuing advanced degrees
27
years in a row Grand Valley was named one of America's best college buys
22 ,269
students from all 50 states and 83 countries
145
degrees, certificates and badges

GVNext News

Two girls laugh as they listen to a speaker.

Empowering student voices at the REP4 Midwest Regional Summit

High schoolers from across Michigan gathered on July 24 and 25 to empower their own education at the 2024 REP4 Midwest Regional Summit.

Jul 25, 2024

President Mantella stands between two men, an American flag flanking them on the left and the Department of Education flag on the right.

Mantella, other REP4 leaders showcase alliance with U.S. officials

Leaders of the REP4 National Alliance met with U.S. officials to discuss their role in the future of higher education during the second annual REP4 Day of Advocacy.

Jul 24, 2024

Louie the Laker at right and the SMC road runner mascot at left stand next to SMC president and President Mantella

GVSU, SMC leaders sign agreement to open pathways for Southwest Michigan learners

Leaders from Grand Valley and Southwestern Michigan College signed an agreement that provides SMC students with opportunities to take GVSU classes and degree programs at the Dowagiac campus.

Jul 17, 2024

View More GVNext News



Page last modified June 18, 2024