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Laker Open House

Join us for an information-packed day on campus. Take part in a dynamic array of events and learn about our campus, majors, and our community.

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The GV Pledge makes a first-class education accessible for students with limited family assets.

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Grand Valley offers over 350 programs, combining rigorous academics with hands-on learning to meet your educational and career goals.

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Two campuses.

Endless possibilities.

Grand Valley State University offers two distinct campus experiences to enrich your academic journey. The Valley Campus in Allendale serves as the university’s academic, residential, and social hub, providing a vibrant college atmosphere with abundant resources and support. Meanwhile, the City Campus, located in downtown Grand Rapids (Michigan’s second-largest city) includes the Robert C. Pew and Health campuses, and hosts many professional programs such as business, engineering, and health care.

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Alumni

80+

Study Abroad Programs

2,300,300

Titles Held at Library

350+

Student Organizations

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News

Red stage lights highlight a student dancing during Laker Kickoff.

GVSU in Photos, August 2026: Kicking off the new year

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

A member of the Purdue Northwest women's soccer team battles for possession of the ball against a member of the GVSU women's soccer team.

Lakers opens their doors to Purdue Northwest after devastating storm

When Purdue Northwest needed a place for its women’s soccer team to train and stay following a catastrophic storm, Grand Valley answered the call. For three days, the Lions found a home in Allendale — and discovered a partnership that extended well beyond the playing field.

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Melanie Shell-Weiss shares vision as new Dean of the Libraries and Art Museum

Shell-Weiss was appointed dean by Provost Jennifer Drake after serving as interim dean since 2025.

Louie the Laker greets fans in the stands during a football game at Lubbers Stadium.

Lakers back home for White Out game with West Texas A&M

For full coverage of GVSU football, including broadcast info, news, features, highlights, press conferences and more, follow @GVSUFootball on social media and on the GVSU Athletics website.

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Events

Time Management Workshop

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Come set up a calendar and plan out your semester! Learn time management tips and set yourself up for success!

FREE HIV Testing

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Know your status, Lakers! Take care of your sexual health with FREE HIV testing through the GVSU Center for Health re testing routinely or simply want to know your status, theres no shame in getting tested. Know your status. Protect your health. Take c...

Kent County Veterans Services at DCIH Vet Lounge

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The MVRC is excited to partner with Kent County Veterans Services to bring a Veterans Service Officer directly to campus! A VSO will be available in the DCIH Veterans Lounge on September 9 from 1:003:00 to answer questions and provide guidance about VA...

Get Involved in Undergraduate Research - an Information Session for interested Students (Everyone Welcome!)

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

The Office of Undergraduate Research and Scholarship (OURS), a program within the Center for Student Research and Scholarly Engagement (CSRSE), provides support for all undergraduates interested in pursuing research and creative practice within their d...

FREE HIV/STI Testing

Wednesday, September 9, 2026

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Knowing your status is an important part of taking care of your health. Free HIV and STI testing is offered monthly for GVSU students through the Center for Health and Well-being. Testing is confidential, quick, and available regardless of symptoms. Ou...