For the health and safety of the Grand Valley community, remote academic instruction will continue through June 17. The Admissions office is available to answer calls Mon.-Fri. from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 616-331-2025 or 1-800-748-0246 or email admissions@gvsu.edu. Additional instructions and updates at www.gvsu.edu/coronavirus
Philomena V. Mantella began her tenure as the president of Grand Valley State University on July 1, 2019. Mantella is one of higher education’s leading entrepreneurs. She is a recognized leader in strategic thinking, market dynamics, and innovation in the way education is delivered. Her innovative drive comes from more than 30 years in higher education administration.
“We must build a growth mindset that is consistent with our long view of stewardship and the urgency of today's conditions and we must activate our full community. We must, as GVSU has done so many times in its history, continue to flex, adapt, and lead the change. I would not have made a life-altering move if I didn't have every confidence that we, not me, but we, together, have the potential to set the path, set the pace and the conditions to excel.”
President Mantella
“Many university community members shared their hopes for a new leader, and we are confident that Philomena Mantella will be an outstanding president.”
John Kennedy, Honorary Life Member, GVSU Board of Trustees
“I feel that President Mantella is an awesome person, and will lead Grand Valley in the right direction.”
Josue Garcia, GVSU student
March 27, 2020
President Philomena V. Mantella encouraged the GVSU community to stay safe, healthy and positive.
March 26, 2020
Gov. Whitmer called the agreement between Spectrum Health and GVSU an all hands-on-deck strategy.
March 18, 2020
Students can sign up to select a move-out date that works best for their needs.
March 11, 2020
Additional information can be found at gvsu.edu/coronavirus.
March 06, 2020
Shortage projected at 2.3 million jobs by 2025.
February 12, 2020
Mantella said the online program allows students to shape their degrees while earning a certificate.
