Empowered Educational Experience

GVSU becomes first U.S. team to win international business competition

A team of Grand Valley students recently won the Schlesinger Global Family Enterprise Case Competition, becoming the first group from the United States to win the event in its 11-year history.

Jan 19, 2024


23 GVSU highlights from 2023

See some of the top stories, videos, social media and photos that captured life as Lakers.

Dec 19, 2023


Blue Dot, big impact: Gov. Whitmer visits campus, signs bill with $30 million for GV tech hub

With the stroke of a pen, backed by leaders from around the state, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Monday signed a $616 million supplemental funding bill during a ceremony at Grand Valley, providing a $30 million boost to the university’s Blue Dot initiative.

Dec 18, 2023


Sport management students host youth teams for class project

A collaboration between the Charter Schools Office and a sports management class put Grand Valley students behind the scenes in creating and managing the game atmosphere and experience for two GVSU-authorized charter schools and their families.

Dec 15, 2023


KCON students prepare for careers through intensive multipatient simulation

Nursing students got a taste of what caring for multiple patients would be like during a pilot simulation made possible by a federal grant.

Dec 12, 2023


Undergraduate researchers find mentorship through independent projects

Three students delved into sociology research projects and gave presentations at conferences.

Dec 7, 2023



Final cohort of pipeline scholars finds career paths through internships

Nearly 50 students have received full scholarships from a partnership with Battle Creek Public Schools and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation.

Dec 4, 2023


Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on becoming Lakers

Four Lakers talk about connections, growth and lessons learned.

Nov 30, 2023


Federal $2.2 million grant to help GVSU close equity gaps, boost career-connected educational opportunities

The five-year grant was awarded to the Center for Experiential Learning in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

Nov 15, 2023