Presidential Initiatives

Leaders from GVSU, Alabama State sign articulation agreement

Leaders from Grand Valley State and Alabama State universities signed an articulation agreement April 25 that establishes pathways for degree completion for ASU students who are interested in pursuing master's degrees at GVSU.

Apr 25, 2022


Schaner earns AP Achievement Award

Betty Schaner received the AP Achievement Award, the employment group's highest recognition, during an April 19 ceremony.

Apr 20, 2022


BHSH System and GVSU break new ground to tackle nursing shortage

Leaders have announced the creation of the BHSH Spectrum Health West Michigan Nurse Scholar program.

Apr 12, 2022


GVSU earns national recognition for commitment to first-generation student success

Grand Valley was named to a cohort of similar institutions that demonstrate a commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes for this population of students.

Mar 23, 2022


GVSU selected by Amazon as educational partner for Career Choice program

GVSU has been selected as an educational partner for Amazon's Career Choice program, providing Amazon's hourly employees access to degree programs and certificates.

Mar 3, 2022


Battle Creek center teams with nonprofits to host unique college fair

The GVSU Battle Creek Regional Outreach Center teamed with community partners in Battle Creek to host a unique college fair open to the public but geared toward special populations in the area.

Feb 22, 2022


GVSU sets direction for future

The university's Board of Trustees voted to approve the Reach Higher 2025 strategic plan.

Feb 18, 2022


Mantella discusses REP4 on podcast about future of education

The conversation is from a recently released podcast exploring change in educational systems.

Feb 15, 2022


GVSU honors veterans, announces new initiatives

Students, faculty and staff members who served or are currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard were honored November 11 at the Eleventh Annual Veterans Day Breakfast, hosted by President Philomena V. Mantella.

Nov 11, 2021


Campus survey results used to inform policies; survey opens November 17

Students, faculty and staff members will be invited to participate in the seventh campus climate survey to report their perception and experiences of what it's like to live, learn and work at Grand Valley.

Nov 10, 2021