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For the first time since 2021, Grand Valley’s men’s track and field team is a national champion . gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/la…

In Brookings article, Mantella finds promise for higher education's ‘missing middle’ in Thompson Scholars’ shared-investment approach gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/in…

On the Valley Campus, the summer poses a stark contrast to the academic year. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/sp…

For two years, Emma Witkovsky’s fifth graders at Aberdeen Academy have been studying an insect integral to the food chain and a bioindicator of Michigan’s watersheds and waterways — the stonefly. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/gr…

A celebration of life will be held on May 16 on the City Campus for Don Williams Sr., retired dean emeritus of minority affairs. Williams died in late March at age 89. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/me…

The West Michigan economy grew for the third consecutive month, according to data collected by a GVSU researcher. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/gv…

When the Grand Valley University Foundation (GVUF) began forming in 1963, local leaders Richard Gillett, Keith Baker and Philip Buchen had a shared goal: to build a network of philanthropic support for a young institution in Allendale. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/ji…

Detroit high schoolers imagined what the future of education will look like at the REP4® Detroit Design Blitz on May 7. The event partnered REP4® and the GVSU Charter Schools Office through a grant initiative advancing student-centered learning. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/im…

GVSU in photos: Celebrating Laker graduates at May 2026 Commencement gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/gv…

Grand Valley and state educators gathered at the Lansing Center for the 25th annual START Conference on May 4. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/gv…

For 30 years, Grand Valley students have worked alongside industry professionals to produce professional short and feature films during the Summer Film Project. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/gv…

Over 3,200 members of Grand Valley's Winter Class of 2026 were celebrated during three Commencement ceremonies at Van Andel Arena on May 1 and 2. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/do…

The West Michigan entrepreneurial landscape is set for a major spotlight May 4-9 as a coalition of business support organizations launches the first-ever Small Biz Week West Michigan. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/bu…

When the Acrisure Amphitheater in downtown Grand Rapids opens, guests will be greeted by an opening theme performed by the Grand Valley Symphony Orchestra. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/ac…

GVSU in photos, April 2026: Reveling in spring, marking milestones and honoring a legacy of stewardship gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/gv…

Before 8 a.m. on a rainy April 4, members of the Grand Valley rowing team were huddled shoulder to shoulder under a tent in Riverside Park in Grand Rapids. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/la…

April marked the arrival of spring on Grand Valley’s campus. Earth Day was April 22, but the whole month featured events and programs celebrating the planet. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/ac…

With dog owners trying to train their pets often facing conflicting advice in a largely unregulated field, a study by experts examined how professional dog trainers consider training methods, humane practices and professional standards. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/gv…

Over 3,200 GVSU students are scheduled to cross the stage during the Winter 2026 Commencement ceremonies on May 1-2 at Van Andel Arena. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/gv…

Winter Commencement ceremonies will be held May 1 and 2 at Van Andel Arena. gvsu.edu/gvnext/2026/co…