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Survey shows another month of modest growth for West Michigan economy

A GVSU survey of West Michigan purchasing managers and businesses indicates the region's economy continues to chug along at a steady pace after posting a fourth straight month of modest growth.

Jun 11, 2024


Music professor is link to Grand Valley's newest international partnership

Music professor Marlen Vavrikova grew up in Czechia and helped facilitate the exchange between GVSU and the University of Ostrava.

Jun 10, 2024


Varsity, club teams excel on national level

The Lakers' varsity and club athletic teams compiled another championship season, bringing home national titles, NCAA individual titles and the GLIAC President's Cup for the 30th time.

Jun 6, 2024


Harris and Verplank families honored by Grand Valley University Foundation

Each family received the Enrichment Award, an honor that recognizes significant contributions to Grand Valley through philanthropy and community service.

Jun 5, 2024


Tribeca Festival to present world premiere of latest release by GVSU filmmaker

The movie "Vulcanizadora," by Joel Potrykus, was filmed in Grand Rapids and near Manistee.

Jun 4, 2024



GVSU expands programming in Battle Creek with $10 million grant from W.K. Kellogg Foundation

The three-year grant will expand educational opportunities for residents and renovate the Kendall Center to accommodate programs.

Jun 3, 2024


Pathways to GVSU program grows with addition of Battle Creek Public Schools

It's the first public school district to join the Eighth Grade Pathways to GVSU Program.

May 30, 2024


Names of three Laker veterans inscribed on GVSU Memorial Garden wall; ceremony held to honor them

The lives and service of Joseph Early, Adam Forbes and Baron Klein were commemorated.

May 24, 2024