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President’s Forum: Telling the story behind GVSU’s economic impact

President Philomena V. Mantella led a discussion on how to translate the university’s recent economic impact study into compelling stories that resonate with students and drive future investment.

Mar 31, 2026

This image shows a collection of blue buttons arranged on a light-colored surface. Each button features the text: �Ask me about our $3 BILLION IMPACT�

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.

Women's Commission

Where possibility meets purpose: President Mantella shares her story at Women’s Commission event

President Philomena Mantella spoke about her life, lessons learned and her journey to becoming a leader as part of the 2026 HerStory series on February 19.

Feb 19, 2026

President Philomena V. Mantella answers questions after a HerStory presentation to a large crowd at the Seidman Center February 19. The HerStory series hosted by the Women’s Commission allows the GVSU community to hear firsthand the stories of women in leadership positions and discover how these experiences contributed to their success.

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

Office of the President

GVSU, Michigan's other public universities drive $45 billion economic impact for state

MASU report reinforces study showing the GVSU contributes more than $3 billion to the state’s economy each year.

Jan 13, 2026

President Philomena V. Mantella at a conference table next to MSU President Kevin M. Guskiewicz

University News

GVSU joins celebration of America at 250 years

President Philomena V. Mantella on GRA250 steering committee

Jan 12, 2026

A painted wood art rendering of the American flag by Willian Henry Edgerton hangs in the Lake Ontario Wall Gallery as part of the Becoming America: Our Past, Present, and Future at 250 exhibit.

University News

Mantella: Higher education funding critical for Michigan's future

President Philomena V. Mantella penned an op-ed for the December 15 issue of Crain's Detroit Business, asking Michigan lawmakers to increase funding for the state's public universities.

Dec 15, 2025

President Philomena V. Mantella stands with her arms crossed in a modern, well-lit interior for a portrait.

Giving

Grand Valley community celebrates life of Steven Workman

Steve's passion for supporting education and athletics was rooted in the values instilled by his family.

Dec 8, 2025

Steven Workman in blue blazer and blue shirt

Giving

Campus community celebrates life of GVU Foundation member David Mehney

Dave Mehney served as a member of the Grand Valley University Foundation, leaving a lasting and positive impact on students, athletics and the campus community.

Dec 4, 2025

Dave Mehney in open suit jacket standing talking to woman with back to camera

REP4

REP4Ⓡ accelerates student-led learning at 2025 Alliance-Wide gathering

Alliance partners met October 29 & 30 and looked to a future of scaling the program across the country.

Nov 4, 2025

President Mantella stands in front of a turquoise and purple REP4 backdrop and addresses a room full of people.

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