News from Grand Valley State University

Q&A with the new director of Student Accessibility Resources

Jayne Fraley-Burgett wants to share her success story and help students gain access to tools that will help them succeed.

Mar 13, 2025


GVSU sign in the Admissions, Financial Aid area of Lubbers Student Services

The cost of an education: GVSU committed to providing value, reducing student loan debt

Expanding access to financial aid over the past five years has kept the cost of a GVSU education in the bottom quarter of Michigan public universities.

Mar 11, 2025

Exterior of L. William Seidman Center at night.

GVSU survey finds economic uncertainty among West Michigan businesses

Federal tariffs are causing economic anxiety in the region, according to Brian Long, director of supply management research at GVSU's Seidman College of Business

Mar 11, 2025


Mantella joins Detroit board for Chicago Federal Reserve Bank

President Mantella was appointed to a 3-year term on the seven-member board.

Mar 10, 2025


Five wrestlers earn All-America honors at national meet

Two Laker wrestlers brought home national titles to kick off the week of national competitions and tournaments for Grand Valley's teams.

Mar 10, 2025


GVSU Day of Giving allows community members to give where it matters most to them

March 20 marks Grand Valley's second Day of Giving, a collective day when Lakers can support funds that help students succeed.

Mar 10, 2025



Grand Valley hosts seventh annual Girls of Color Summit

The summit served as a kickoff to Women's History Month events on campus.

Feb 28, 2025



Climbing out of comfort zones: GVSU students take on Ice Fest

How did these Lakers get through a Michigan winter? Chasing frozen waterfalls.

Feb 27, 2025


New endowed professorship established to help students experience 'the artistic and intellectual power of painting'

The Duisterhof Endowed Professorship in Visual and Media Arts will begin in the fall.

Feb 26, 2025