Academics & Research
GVSU survey shows economic resilience in West Michigan
Despite months of economic uncertainty stemming from tariff policies and ongoing global trade tensions, the West Michigan economy has remained resilient, according to data collected by a Grand Valley State University researcher.
Jul 10, 2025
Nursing graduate develops medical device with help from engineering students
The Tibbe EUD was licensed by a Grand Rapids company and will soon be available at health care facilities.
Jul 7, 2025
GVSU researchers providing key data for Kent County effort to manage deer population
Summer is a prime time for GVSU researchers. We'll show you some of the projects making an impact.
Jun 25, 2025
Mauriello brings entrepreneurial leadership to new role as director of nursing's Wesorick Center
The work of the Wesorick Center is a key way KCON is actively engaged in the national health care conversation.
Jun 24, 2025
GVSU appoints Ryan Otter as interim vice provost for Research and Innovation
Otter joined GVSU in 2023 from Middle Tennessee State University, where he served as director of its Data Science Institute and held teaching and research responsibilities.
Jun 23, 2025
Provost, graduates highlight impact of undergraduate research at conference
As a first-generation student, Nkrumah Grant., '14, never imagined doing research — until GVSU gave him the chance. That experience eventually led him to a faculty role at the University of Illinois. Grant joined two fellow GVSU graduates and Provost Jennifer Drake at a conference to share how undergraduate research and faculty mentorship changed their lives.
Jun 17, 2025
Delegation celebrates 50 years of collaboration with Krakow University of Economics
Leaders from Grand Valley traveled to Poland to celebrate the university's oldest international partnership with the Krakow University of Economics.
May 27, 2025
Groundswell Stewardship Initiative empowers students through annual showcase
The Groundswell event concludes a year of exploration and study for PK-12 students, who get the opportunity to exhibit and discuss their projects, data and research in environmental studies.
May 15, 2025
GVSU researcher: West Michigan economy resilient amid economic tensions
While global economic markets face turbulence following the Trump administration’s implementation of tariffs, the West Michigan economy continues to show modest strength, according to a Grand Valley State University researcher.
May 9, 2025
Learning through Virtual Reality
With three academic program examples, how Grand Valley prepares students for careers after commencement.
May 5, 2025