News from Grand Valley State University

Division of Student Affairs


GVSU fosters voter engagement ahead of Michigan primary

GVSU's Office of Student Life is hosting events to educate the campus community and provide accessible voting opportunities.

Feb 20, 2024


Presidents' Ball award winners celebrate in style

Event included presentation of Laker of the Year awards, Presidential Appreciation Award, Student Award for Faculty Excellence

Feb 13, 2024


GVSU Fall Class of 2023 honored during Commencement ceremony

The 1,323 graduates of the Fall Class of 2023 were recognized and celebrated by GVSU academic leaders and supporters on December 9.

Dec 9, 2023


Commencement speaker is self-described 'hope dealer'

Shannon Cohen, '00 and '11, a self-described 'hope dealer,' will be the keynote speaker for the Fall Commencement ceremony on December 9 at Van Andel Arena.

Dec 6, 2023


New director of Military and Veteran Resources Center named

Shane Scherer earned a master of public administration degree from Grand Valley in 2011.

Nov 9, 2023


TRIO programs celebrate students during First-Gen Day

Andy Beachnau, assistant vice president for Student Affairs, was recognized for his dedication to students.

Nov 8, 2023


Kimmerer: 'What does the Earth ask of us?'

The author of Braiding Sweetgrass gave a presentation before a standing-room-only crowd in the Kirkhof Center.

Nov 8, 2023



Student Philanthropy Week shines light on giving back, building community

Student Philanthropy Week shines a light on the importance of student organizations as a way to build community and serves to educate students on philanthropy.

Oct 5, 2023