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Community Engagement

Student Senate

Student Senate travels to Washington, displaying the power of structured advocacy

Leaders from Student Senate connected with Michigan's Congressional delegation to showcase GVSU's impact.

Apr 8, 2026

eight students standing in front of Capitol building steps

Financial Aid

Thompson, Charter Scholars give back during inaugural service day

More than 100 students spent a day volunteering at one of 13 area nonprofit sites.

Apr 2, 2026

Student Braya Wright sweeps outside of the ICCF Community Homes

Kirkhof College of Nursing

GVSU, Mary Free Bed celebrate partnership that addresses nursing shortage, offers tuition assistance

KCON students interested in the program will receive tuition incentives of up to $5,000 per semester for four semesters.

Apr 2, 2026

Maria Opoku�Agyeman, left, and Linda Lewandowski smile and sign papers in front of a KCON backdrop

President's Forum

President’s Forum: Telling the story behind GVSU’s economic impact

President Philomena V. Mantella led a discussion on how to translate the university’s recent economic impact study into compelling stories that resonate with students and drive future investment.

Mar 31, 2026

This image shows a collection of blue buttons arranged on a light-colored surface. Each button features the text: �Ask me about our $3 BILLION IMPACT�

Community Engagement

A celebration of STEM: GVSU hosts two weekends of events for K-12 students

The Science Olympiad and FIRST Robotics competitions were held on the Valley Campus.

Mar 30, 2026

Two children wearing goggles kneel to work on a project on the floor.

Kaufman Interfaith Institute

Kooyers continues building community as director of Kaufman Interfaith Institute

Kyle Kooyers has made notable contributions and community connections over the past decade since he joined the team.

Mar 23, 2026

Kyle Kooyers standing in front of colorful artwork that reflects his bow tie

MLK

NAACP president: 'Do well for yourself, do good for your neighbors'

Derrick Johnson gave a rescheduled MLK keynote presentation in the Kirkhof Center.

Mar 18, 2026

Robert Shorty, left, and Derrick Johnson on stage seated in the Kirkhof Center, GVSU vertical banners behind them

Center for Women and Gender Equity

Women's History Month kicks off with summit for middle, high school students

Keynote speaker Sharnell James challenged participants to be unapologetically themselves.

Mar 9, 2026

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Laker Life

GVSU in Photos, February 2026: Celebrating Black History Month, more success for champions and a longstanding Laker tradition

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Mar 2, 2026

Two people wearing red winter hats embrace while having big smiles on their faces.

College of Computing

GVSU launches free AI literacy course for community learners

A free, online course from Grand Valley will help community learners build a practical understanding of artificial intelligence and how to use it responsibly in their everyday lives.

Feb 24, 2026

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