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Tech Week Grand Rapids: College of Engineering launches Blue Spark, connects with entrepreneurs

Area industry leaders learned how engineering faculty and students can partner with entrepreneurs to solve problems together.

Sep 16, 2026

two people standing in hallway talking to engineering student, who is standing by the Laker Racing car

Replenish

Replenish unveils updated space to better serve students

Changes include new freezer space and an updated layout to better accommodate visitors and volunteers.

Sep 16, 2026

Mimi Sperl and Susana Villagomez stand in the doorway of Replenish behind a red ribbon tied in a bow.

College of Computing

GVSU and Van Andel Institute partner to launch AI Research and Innovation Institute

The institute will also serve as a facilitator of shared seminars, workshops and collaborative projects that connect students and researchers across both institutions.

Sep 16, 2026

Two people stand in a posed photo. They are standing in the DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health.

ArtPrize

Dance performances highlight GVSU at ArtPrize 2026

Unique dance is 'choose your adventure'; psychology will host an evening of science and art

Sep 15, 2026

Kaye Suarez and O�Malley Ferguson perform a dance on stage, Kaye on left on floor with legs up, O'Malley on chair with legs up

University News

Former astronaut brings message of civic responsibility to campus

John Herrington serves on the steering committee of Astronauts for America, a nonprofit, nonpartisan group of former NASA astronauts that promotes civic participation and voter registration.

Sep 15, 2026

Former NASA astronaut John Herrington poses for a photo with two GVSU students.

Seidman College of Business

GVSU survey: West Michigan economy maintains momentum

The report's key metrics remained strong in August, although purchasing managers and their firms are keeping a cautious eye on other economic indicators.

Sep 15, 2026

Exterior of the L. William Seidman Center, home of the Seidman College of Business, during a spring day.

Arts

GVSU Arts Celebration to present renowned artists and performers at free public events

The celebration will feature an exhibition as well as visual, performing and literary art events.

Sep 14, 2026

Ying Quartet, l-r: David Ying (cello), Janet Ying (violin), new first violinist Robin Scott, and Phillip Ying (viola) outside Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre, Eastman School of Music.

University News

Grand Valley brings AI, technology and innovation to forefront during Tech Week

A conversation between GVSU President Philomena V. Mantella and biologist Lee Hood headlines the events hosted by the university during this year’s Tech Week.

Sep 14, 2026