Our Future

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Reach Higher 2025

Strategically advancing the university in bold new directions. Guided by our shared values, Lakers Reach Higher together to ensure continued academic excellence, service to our students and community, and organizational accountability.

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DEI Commitment

GVSU has a deep commitment to creating an atmosphere where everyone can thrive and find a sense of belonging. As members of the academic community, we embrace diversity and actively nurture an inclusive environment that empowers every individual to reach their full potential.

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Designing Education for the 21st Century

Collective avenues to accelerate new innovative educational practices essential for our future. The REP4 alliance takes this work nationwide to impact an exponential number of current and future learners.

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Commitments to our Communities

Commitments to help make a Grand Valley education accessible to more students than ever for both new and continuing learners.

90 %
of recent graduates are employed or pursuing advanced degrees
27
years in a row Grand Valley was named one of America's best college buys
22 ,269
students from all 50 states and 83 countries
145
degrees, certificates and badges

GVNext News

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Consortium marks milestone: agreements with 10 partners

The HBCU/HSI Consortium welcomed its ninth and 10th partners: Wilberforce University and Voorhees University.

Oct 30, 2024

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GVSU celebrates Thompson Foundation for decades of helping students achieve goals

The university celebrated the Thompsons and their foundation for their philanthropy on October 18 with the dedication of the Bob and Ellen Thompson Student Success Center, in the Kirkhof Center.

Oct 18, 2024

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GVSU secures state grant to help retain graduates in Michigan

President Philomena V. Mantella and Vice President for Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach B. Donta Truss announced that the university was selected for the first round of a state-funded initiative, the Make MI Home grants.

Oct 17, 2024

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