College of Education and Community Innovation

Army ROTC looks to increase participation, visibility on campus

The sight of Grand Valley students in military uniforms on campus is more common this year, thanks to the coordinated efforts of GVSU’s Admissions and Recruitment office, the Office of the Provost, the College of Education and Community Innovation and ROTC leadership at Western Michigan University.

Jan 10, 2024


23 GVSU highlights from 2023

See some of the top stories, videos, social media and photos that captured life as Lakers.

Dec 19, 2023


Celebrating Lakers for a Lifetime: December 2023 Commencement in photos

See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.

Dec 13, 2023


Commencement speaker is self-described 'hope dealer'

Shannon Cohen, '00 and '11, a self-described 'hope dealer,' will be the keynote speaker for the Fall Commencement ceremony on December 9 at Van Andel Arena.

Dec 6, 2023


Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on becoming Lakers

Four Lakers talk about connections, growth and lessons learned.

Nov 30, 2023


Educators will discuss civility in public schools at 10th annual Civil Discourse Symposium

Panelists will discuss how school libraries have become sites of debated censorship and history curricula sources of contention.

Oct 31, 2023


Alumni award winners continue to make marks as Lakers

The Alumni Association will honor four Lakers for their significant contributions to their communities or professions during Homecoming week.

Oct 24, 2023


CECI partners with local school districts to develop teachers

A collaboration between GVSU's College of Education and Community Innovation and three West Michigan school districts aims to help more than 300 professionals obtain advanced teaching credentials or a teaching certificate.

Sep 27, 2023


Students get their moment to shine at Groundswell showcase

After months of studying and collecting data, local elementary, middle and high school students can finally share their hard work on May 18 as part of the Groundswell Project Showcase at the DeVos Center on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.

May 17, 2023


GVSU expands pipeline pathways for diverse students to education

Leaders from GVSU and Talladega College in Alabama signed an articulation agreement for students from Talladega to earn master's degrees at GVSU.

Apr 26, 2023