Educational Equity
GVSU again earns national recognition for committing to diversity, inclusion
This marks the fourth time GVSU has earned the HEED Award, also receiving it in 2020, 2019 and 2012.
Sep 21, 2021
GVSU leaders sign second agreement in HBCU pipeline program
GVSU leaders signed a second agreement with a Historically Black College/University, giving students at Saint Augustine's University in North Carolina opportunities to earn master's degrees in advanced computing or engineering fields in as little as five years.
Sep 20, 2021
New students participating in Laker Connections find immediate communities
Hundreds of diverse students who participated in Laker Connection orientations immediately found communities on campus.
Aug 26, 2021
GVSU earns national recognition for two programs with outreach to HBCU/HSIs
Two Grand Valley programs focused on helping underrepresented students advance in STEM disciplines and careers received national recognition.
Aug 16, 2021
Facing teacher shortage, TRIO program focuses on recruiting, preparing future educators
As the nation faces a teacher shortage, the program focuses on recruiting and preparing students who would be future educators.
Jul 30, 2021
Mantella joins national alliance; signs letter to Congress urging help for immigrant students
President Mantella is a new steering committee member for the Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration.
Jul 19, 2021
Faculty member selected for NEH Summer Institute focused on works of 20th century Black author
Ayana Weekley will spend part of her summer studying Zora Neale Hurston, an early 20th century Black author whose works have found reinvigorated interest.
Jun 23, 2021
President's supplier diversity statement aids inclusive campus environment
President Philomena V. Mantella issued a commitment to supplier diversity and said the statement will enhance the vibrancy of Grand Valley's community and assist in creating an inclusive campus.
May 27, 2021
FVSU students visit GVSU campuses, West Michigan businesses
12 students from the Georgia university are in the area to learn more about the pipeline program.
May 10, 2021
Philanthropic Michigan couple gives additional $52 million to help college students
A Michigan couple is contributing millions in support of their commitment to change lives through education.
Apr 26, 2021
