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'Team Dream' advocates for more access to pools, swimming lessons

The film and panel discussion continued events during MLK Commemoration Week.

Jan 18, 2024


Johnson Center releases "11 Trends in Philanthropy for 2024" report

The center's annual report, its eighth edition, includes essays and analysis on trends facing nonprofits, foundations and communities for the year.

Jan 17, 2024



Two GVSU outreach programs receive state funding to expand services

TRIO Upward Bound and the RMSC will serve more students at summer camps and after school hours.

Jan 11, 2024


Army ROTC looks to increase participation, visibility on campus

The sight of Grand Valley students in military uniforms on campus is more common this year, thanks to the coordinated efforts of GVSU’s Admissions and Recruitment office, the Office of the Provost, the College of Education and Community Innovation and ROTC leadership at Western Michigan University.

Jan 10, 2024


GVSU in photos: Snowfall transforms campus

See the images that caught our eye.

Jan 10, 2024


Positive signs for West Michigan economy amid slumping numbers: GVSU researcher

A monthly report from a Grand Valley researcher shows that while the West Michigan economy remains modestly negative, it has not slumped enough to slide into a recession.

Jan 10, 2024


Area educational institutions partner to bring Melissa Harris-Perry as speaker during MLK event

The author and educator will give three presentations in West Michigan, including during a January 16 event at the Kirkhof Center.

Jan 8, 2024


23 GVSU highlights from 2023

See some of the top stories, videos, social media and photos that captured life as Lakers.

Dec 19, 2023


Blue Dot, big impact: Gov. Whitmer visits campus, signs bill with $30 million for GV tech hub

With the stroke of a pen, backed by leaders from around the state, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Monday signed a $616 million supplemental funding bill during a ceremony at Grand Valley, providing a $30 million boost to the university’s Blue Dot initiative.

Dec 18, 2023