Division of Academic Affairs
Speaker: Stronger connections in classrooms create stronger students
FTLC speaker shared ideas how faculty can create space in their classrooms for relationship building.
Aug 14, 2025
GVSU appoints Ryan Otter as interim vice provost for Research and Innovation
Otter joined GVSU in 2023 from Middle Tennessee State University, where he served as director of its Data Science Institute and held teaching and research responsibilities.
Jun 23, 2025
Provost, graduates highlight impact of undergraduate research at conference
As a first-generation student, Nkrumah Grant., '14, never imagined doing research — until GVSU gave him the chance. That experience eventually led him to a faculty role at the University of Illinois. Grant joined two fellow GVSU graduates and Provost Jennifer Drake at a conference to share how undergraduate research and faculty mentorship changed their lives.
Jun 17, 2025
Changes to August welcome week announced
Laker Kickoff will be a new welcome event for first-year students.
Apr 28, 2025
GVSU celebrates innovation, research at Student Scholars Day
For nearly 30 years, Student Scholars Day has provided students opportunities to collaborate with faculty mentors, expand their academic interests and contribute to the advancement of their field of study.
Apr 9, 2025
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
FTLC keynote speaker calls for faculty to be innovative in helping students, themselves improve attention skills
The constant push and pull of our brains creates havoc on a person's attention span. But how can faculty, as the "directors of attention" in a classroom help students pay attention?
Aug 23, 2023
Pilot program developing, strengthening leadership skills
The Leading Lakers: Leadership Pilot Program is in its final weeks, guiding participants through sessions devoted to topics on leadership, including conflict management, strategic mindset and building trust.
Mar 30, 2023
Popular one-credit courses promote transferable skills, trustees learn
The one-credit courses housed in the Brooks College of Interdisciplinary Studies offer students choices that promote development of transferable skills.
Feb 24, 2023
GVSU Quest Series looks at issues surrounding Turkey-Syria earthquakes
Provost Fatma Mili will lead a webinar discussion with GVSU experts, to reflect on the timely issues surrounding the devastating earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria.
Feb 21, 2023
