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GVSU Experts: A Q&A on the U.S.-Iran agreement and its global impact

GVSU faculty Polly Diven and Paul Isely share their insights on what the agreement means for consumers, businesses and U.S. foreign policy.

Jun 18, 2026


GVSU Athletics honored nationally for excellence

Accolades include a Learfield Sports Directors' Cup title and recognition for the marketing team.

Jun 11, 2026


'A completely different ballgame': GVSU graduate swaps planning NFL games for FIFA World Cup matches

Six of the event's matches will take place at Lumen Field, with McConnell and her team undertaking planning and management duties for the Seattle games.

Jun 11, 2026


GVSU Expert: A Q&A on what it means for the United States to host the World Cup

Tara Hefferan is a Senior Affiliate Professor at Grand Valley and an applied anthropologist. Among her specialties, Hefferan has an interest in the anthropology of sport, particularly soccer studies.

Jun 8, 2026


Continuing impact: GVSU-led study on deer population gaining wider interest for herd management strategies

The new inquiries come after a first round of recommendations for West Michigan officials.

Jun 3, 2026


GVSU expert: A Q&A on what a dried-up, ancient lake in Utah can tell us about Lake Michigan

Ian Winkelstern, assistant professor of geology, was part of a research team studying the ancient lake.

Jun 2, 2026



Reimagining chemistry education inside a correctional facility

Inside Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility, incarcerated students are completing hands-on chemistry labs and exceeding expectations in GVSU's education program.

May 28, 2026


GVSU in photos: Celebrating Laker graduates at May 2026 Commencement

See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.

May 5, 2026


GVSU-based START Project celebrates 25 years of enhancing educational equity

For a quarter century, START, Statewide Autism Resources Training, has enhanced equity and removed barriers to education to meet the needs of students in Michigan.

May 4, 2026