Division of Inclusion and Equity

VUB program extends reach to employers

The Veterans Upward Bound program at Grand Valley has expanded to bring its services to area employers with large populations of veterans who have not earned college degrees.

Jul 25, 2018


GVSU program supports veterans with degree completion

Nearly five months after opening its doors, the Veterans Upward Bound program at Grand Valley is doing as promised ý supporting area veterans who want to complete a college degree.

Jun 27, 2018


Two alumni credit Laker Connections for their academic success

Juan Mascorro-Guerrero and Gloire Rubambiza found their way to Grand Valley from Mexico and Uganda, respectively. They were both immigrants, arriving in Michigan with their families, learning to adjust to school then thriving with excellent grades at their high schools. Both Mascorro-Guerrero and Rubambiza will begin graduate degree programs in the fall, and both earned graduate assistantships to pay for their tuition and living expenses.

Jun 26, 2018


GVSU names new victim advocate

Krystal Diel has been named the new victim advocate for Grand Valley State University, a role that supports student survivors of gender-based violence.

Jun 21, 2018


New website showcases Grand Valley Magazine

The spring issue of Grand Valley Magazine will soon arrive in mailboxes; read the latest feature and news articles now on the redesigned website, gvsu.edu/gvmagazine.

May 30, 2018


Celebrations highlight diverse graduates

Students, faculty and staff members, friends and family members celebrated the achievements of diverse Laker graduates in April.

May 10, 2018


Graduation celebrations scheduled

Five celebrations will be held for diverse students who are graduating in April.

Apr 11, 2018


Grand Valley to host 20th annual pow wow

The 20th annual Celebrating All Walks of Life Pow Wow will take place April 7-8 in the Fieldhouse.

Apr 2, 2018


Applications being accepted for leadership development program

Applications are now being accepted from faculty and staff members for a new inclusive leadership development program that will begin in September.

Mar 30, 2018


Hundreds celebrate anniversary of Division of Inclusion and Equity

More than 400 campus and community members celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Division of Inclusion and Equity February 8 at a reception held at 20 Monroe Live in Grand Rapids.

Feb 9, 2018