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GVSU in Photos, March 2026: A spectrum of light, early STEM appreciation and repeat champions

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Apr 1, 2026

The Transformational Link is seen through raindrops on a window from James H. Zumberge Hall March 26.

MLK

NAACP president: 'Do well for yourself, do good for your neighbors'

Derrick Johnson gave a rescheduled MLK keynote presentation in the Kirkhof Center.

Mar 18, 2026

Robert Shorty, left, and Derrick Johnson on stage seated in the Kirkhof Center, GVSU vertical banners behind them

Center for Women and Gender Equity

Women's History Month kicks off with summit for middle, high school students

Keynote speaker Sharnell James challenged participants to be unapologetically themselves.

Mar 9, 2026

speaker in white polo shirt with left arm raised before a group of people seated at tables

Laker Life

GVSU in Photos, February 2026: Celebrating Black History Month, more success for champions and a longstanding Laker tradition

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Mar 2, 2026

Two people wearing red winter hats embrace while having big smiles on their faces.

Laker Life

Lakers dance the night away at Presidents’ Ball

Lakers celebrated “A Red Carpet Soiree” at the 2026 Presidents’ Ball.

Mar 2, 2026

Students take to the dance floor at the President's Ball at GLC Live at 20 Monroe February 28.

MLK

MLK speaker: Mayweather challenges Lakers to lead with vision

The two-time Laker graduate challenged the virtual audience to build their own visions to create change.

Jan 21, 2026

Dar Mayweather in a studio with camera and monitors, he is wearing a dark sweater and white shirt with black tie, with glasses

Laker Effect

GVSU in 2025: A review of the headlines, images and moments

Let's take a look back at a busy year for Lakers.

Dec 17, 2025

People sit on the ground at night to watch a drone show. The drone is spelling out a blue GV.

Laker Life

GVSU in Photos: Celebrating Laker graduates at December 2025 Commencement

See the images at Van Andel Arena that caught our eye.

Dec 9, 2025

Seen from above, graduates wearing blue caps and gowns are seated in anticipation for Commencement.

Laker Life

GVSU in Photos, November 2025: Saying hello again to Lakers, goodbye to fall splendor and 'yes' to cozy studying spots

See the images that caught our eye in the last month.

Dec 1, 2025

Dancers in black uniforms stand in a circle and toss blue pom-poms into the air against a bright sky.

Laker Life

Commencement stories: Graduates reflect on their time as Lakers

Lakers share how GVSU helped launch their futures.

Dec 1, 2025

A group of people wearing blue graduation caps, some decorated colorfully, is seen from above.

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