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Students take to the dance floor at the President's Ball at GLC Live at 20 Monroe February 28.

Lakers dance the night away at Presidents’ Ball

March 2, 2026

Lakers celebrated “A Red Carpet Soiree” at the 2026 Presidents’ Ball.

President Philomena V. Mantella answers questions after a HerStory presentation to a large crowd at the Seidman Center February 19. The HerStory series hosted by the Women’s Commission allows the GVSU community to hear firsthand the stories of women in leadership positions and discover how these experiences contributed to their success.

Where possibility meets purpose: President Mantella shares her story at Women’s Commission event

February 19, 2026

Mantella spoke about her life, lessons learned and leadership as part of the 2026 HerStory series.

Dar Mayweather in a studio with camera and monitors, he is wearing a dark sweater and white shirt with black tie, with glasses

MLK speaker: Mayweather challenges Lakers to lead with vision

January 21, 2026

The two-time Laker graduate challenged the audience to build visions and create change.

President Philomena V. Mantella at a conference table next to MSU President Kevin M. Guskiewicz

GVSU, Michigan's other public universities drive $45 billion economic impact for state

January 13, 2026

Report reinforces study showing the GVSU contributes more than $3 billion to the state’s economy

A painted wood art rendering of the American flag by Willian Henry Edgerton hangs in the Lake Ontario Wall Gallery as part of the Becoming America: Our Past, Present, and Future at 250 exhibit.

GVSU joins celebration of America at 250 years

January 12, 2026

President Philomena V. Mantella on GRA250 steering committee

President Philomena V. Mantella stands with her arms crossed in a modern, well-lit interior for a portrait.

Mantella: Higher education funding critical for Michigan's future

December 15, 2025

Increased investment would help the state reverse population decline, writes Mantella.

Steven Workman in blue blazer and blue shirt

Grand Valley community celebrates life of Steven Workman

December 8, 2025

Steve's passion for supporting education and athletics has roots in values instilled by his family.

Dave Mehney in open suit jacket standing talking to woman with back to camera

Campus community celebrates life of GVU Foundation member David Mehney

December 4, 2025

Dave Mehney supported academics and Laker athletic programs.

President Mantella stands in front of a turquoise and purple REP4 backdrop and addresses a room full of people.

REP4Ⓡ accelerates student-led learning at 2025 Alliance-Wide gathering

November 4, 2025

Alliance partners met October 29 & 30 in Chicago.

table of Philly's Faves products, plush dogs, t-shirts, lapel pins, pennants and a photo book

Monroe Center Laker Store collection offers new way to support GVSU scholarships

October 16, 2025

Proceeds from Philly's Faves products will benefit GVSU scholarships.


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