Office of the President
Sustainability Week events include 'Walk with the President'
Plogging, or picking up trash while jogging, is one of several events that will kick off Sustainability Week, which runs from September 30 through October 5.
Sep 27, 2019
GVSU welcomes one of its largest first-year classes
Grand Valley State University enrolled one of the largest first-year classes in its history this fall. It's the eighth year in a row the university has welcomed more than 4,000 freshmen to campus, and they're coming into college with impressive academic records from high school.
Sep 18, 2019
President Mantella says universities need to evolve to meet needs
During a presentation about the future of education, President Philomena V. Mantella said it is critical to create ways to offer education options that are accessible and support learning at all stages of life.
Sep 12, 2019
GVSU named a top public university by U.S. News
Grand Valley State University has been named a top public school among national universities by U.S. News and World Report.
Sep 9, 2019
President Mantella to be a featured guest on Michigan Matters
President Philomena V. Mantella will be a featured guest on the Detroit television program Michigan Matters, hosted by Carol Cain.
Sep 6, 2019
New tradition lights up Convocation ceremony
In her first Convocation address, President Philomena V. Mantella led the audience of first-year students, faculty and staff members, and guests through a new tradition she said symbolizes a commitment to individual success and a connection to the campus community.
Aug 23, 2019
Convocation to be webcast live August 23
Grand Valley President Philomena V. Mantella will participate in her first Convocation ceremony and address students Friday, August 23. Convocation is a celebration that marks the beginning of the academic year. It will be webcast live at 11:30 a.m. from the Fieldhouse on the Allendale Campus.
Aug 22, 2019
President Mantella invites faculty and staff to engage
President Philomena Mantella welcomed the campus community back for Fall semester with an invitation to share ideas for the university's future.
Aug 22, 2019
Move-in begins August 19, President Mantella to participate in her first Convocation
Hundreds of students, faculty, staff members and alumni will help more than 6,000 new and returning students move to campus August 19-21. President Philomena V. Mantella will welcome students and their families as they move into residence halls across campus. Faculty and staff members will distribute ice cream throughout the week.
Aug 12, 2019
President Mantella discusses college access, value, affordability during MLive interview
During an interview with a reporter from the Grand Rapids Press, President Mantella discussed the value of higher education and opportunities to extend GVSU's prominence.
Jul 28, 2019
