Student Life

Birds of GVSU: Finding belonging through birding

As migratory birds return to Michigan, the ornithology club, one of GVSU’s more than 400 student organizations, took full advantage of a sunny Saturday morning to see and hear 35 different species.

Apr 16, 2026

The ornithology club stands on the boardwalk as they look out at some birds sitting in the tops of distant trees near Waterfront Park April 11.

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Athletics

Former MSU assistant basketball coach brings life-saving CPR training to GVSU community

After two bystanders saved his life through CPR, Coach Garland is sharing his story and equipping the community to do the same.

Apr 12, 2026

Debra Yake (left), an instructor with Champions of the Heart, guides Bonnie Vankampen (right) through proper chest compression technique during a CPR training session at the Kelly Family Sports Center on Grand Valley State University�s Allendale campus on April 12, 2026. Participants practiced hands-only CPR in rhythm to music to maintain effective compression timing.

Children's Enrichment Center

April is Month of the Young Child: Children’s Enrichment Center inspires a love of learning

Student assistant teacher has a full-circle moment at the center she used to attend.

Apr 9, 2026

Bailey LoFiego holds a children's book up to a group of young children seated on the floor

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

‘It means everything’: GVSU Women’s Ice Hockey Club cherishes opportunity to continue playing

For 18 years, the GVSU Women’s Ice Hockey Club has extended the playing careers of young athletes transitioning from high school to college. The team members who have played the sport their entire lives said they are grateful for the opportunity.

Mar 5, 2026