Alumni
GVSU in Photos: Celebrating Lakers for a Lifetime at December 2024 Commencement
See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.
Dec 10, 2024
Fall Class of 2024 honored during Commencement ceremony
World, Paralympic champion Chris Hammer, '09, addressed graduates.
Dec 7, 2024
GVSU in Photos, November 2024: A time of light, reflections and this particular month's many moods
See the images that caught our eye in the last month.
Dec 2, 2024
Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on their time as Lakers
Lakers share how GVSU helped launch their futures.
Dec 2, 2024
GVSU Homecoming 2024: What you need to know
Grand Valley’s 46th Homecoming will include many ways for the community to celebrate what it means to be a Laker for a Lifetime. Here’s what to expect during Homecoming week.
Oct 28, 2024
GVSU secures state grant to help retain graduates in Michigan
President Philomena V. Mantella and Vice President for Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach B. Donta Truss announced that the university was selected for the first round of a state-funded initiative, the Make MI Home grants.
Oct 17, 2024
Data shows GVSU No. 1 in nation at retaining graduates in state
Research by the Upjohn Institute shows that nearly five GVSU graduates remain in the state for every $100,000 in state funds — the best return on investment of any university in the nation.
Aug 26, 2024
Campaign will help more students have study abroad experiences
Now through July 25, Grand Valley is hosting a crowdfunding campaign to help more students have transformative study abroad experiences.
Jul 15, 2024
Library collaborates with Grand Rapids nonprofit to host Black book exchange
The Black Book Exchange Box is one of 11 throughout Grand Rapids.
Jul 8, 2024
Lakers compete for Miss Michigan titles
This summer, several students and alumni are competing for the title of Miss Michigan through the Miss America and Miss USA organizations.
Jun 13, 2024
