Presidential Initiatives
GVSU named a 'Best for Vets' college by national outlet
Grand Valley State University has been named a 2021 "Best for Vets" college by the national news outlet Military Times. Grand Valley joins 366 colleges and universities throughout the country that are included on the 2021 list.
Jun 22, 2021
GVSU names education leader to head incubator addressing equity issues
Steven Hodas will lead the GV NextEd Accelerator.
Jun 7, 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
GVSU students involved in early stages of REP4 concept enthusiastic about its impact on higher education
Dionne Pinto-Guerra and Julian Sanders are pleased to have had a role with the initiative.
May 19, 2021
REP4: National alliance of institutions, convened by GVSU, puts learners at the forefront of designing paths to transform education
The initiative, which addresses equity and access in education, was publicly launched on May 13.
May 13, 2021
GVSU leaders welcome Battle Creek scholarship recipients
Grand Valley leaders officially welcomed to the Laker family the newest cohort of students from Battle Creek Public Schools who earned pipeline scholarships.
May 12, 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
Truss, free-tuition program highlighted in journal
B. Donta Truss, vice president for Enrollment Development and Educational Outreach, was highlighted in the May issue of Enrollment Management Report.
May 5, 2021
Mantella says GVSU is positioned well for the future; update given on plan for racial equity and inclusion
Grand Valley is stronger and positioned well for the future after facing challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, President Philomena V. Mantella said during an April 30 virtual Board of Trustees meeting.
Apr 30, 2021
Grand Rapids LLCs offer academic, social benefits to new, transfer students
When the new Living-Learning Communities open on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus, they will follow the successful model of the six LLCs in Allendale that offer students an immersive learning experience.
Apr 28, 2021
