Admissions

KCC students who want to transfer to GVSU benefit from agreement

Leaders from both institutions signed an articulation agreement to improve pathways to GVSU degrees

May 5, 2023

four people seated at two tables, at left is Kellogg Community College leaders with banner in back, at right are President Mantella and Provost Mili with banners in background

Students, professors showcase Meijer Honors College to future class

In its second year, Signature Saturday welcomes invited students to learn more about what the College can offer for their academic and professional development and also tour the college's home, the Niemeyer Living Center.

Feb 8, 2023

Honors College student leads discussion with prospective students

Office of the President

Mantella among authors of letter to Congress urging permanent protection for DACA students

President Philomena V. Mantella and other university presidents sent a letter to Congress, urging members to pass bipartisan legislation before the end of the year to protect DACA recipients and Dreamers.

Dec 1, 2022

President Philomena V. Mantella standing for portrait in grey suit with blue scarf

Enrollment Development

Pathway to GVSU program grows with addition of Detroit PAL youth

Many students in Detroit and Muskegon now participate in the university's Pathway to GVSU program.

Nov 29, 2022

VP Truss is pictured on a football field (Ford Field) with youth holding certificates and a man in the background

Financial Aid

Determining cost of college at GVSU easier with new online tool

Grand Valley made it easier for prospective students and families to determine the cost of attending by adding an easy-to-use, online net-cost calculator.

Nov 7, 2022

Students walking on the sidewalk on the Allendale campus, trees in fall colors, some still green

Enrollment Development

First Orientation Extravaganza attracts more than 200 people

More than 200 people attended the first Orientation Extravaganza August 6, providing new students with a fun setting to learn more about the campus resources that will be available to them.

Aug 9, 2022

student throws disc while one person looks on on lawn in front of Pew Library on the Allendale Campus

Enrollment Development

Latino high school students find community and connections on campus

More than 1,000 high school students found their community at Grand Valley May 6 during a Latino youth conference.

May 6, 2022

group of high school students, standing with four seated in front, standing outside on sidewalk in front of blossoming tree with pink flowers

Battle Creek

Battle Creek center teams with nonprofits to host unique college fair

The GVSU Battle Creek Regional Outreach Center teamed with community partners in Battle Creek to host a unique college fair open to the public but geared toward special populations in the area.

Feb 22, 2022

room full of students listening to 2 presenters, screen reads Preparing for Post-Secondary Educational Success

Admissions

Daniel C. Vélez named to lead Admissions department, brings experience at diverse institutions

Vélez brings more than two decades of expertise to his new position at Grand Valley, previously holding positions in enrollment management, student affairs and student success at a private, Historically Black College/University and four-year, public institutions.

Feb 18, 2022