Student Life

Homecoming legacy: Band members pen words to fight song, win $50

Did you know there was a time when "GVSU Victory" did not have lyrics? Two alumni penned the words to the song and won $50 for their work.

Oct 20, 2023


Student Philanthropy Week shines light on giving back, building community

Student Philanthropy Week shines a light on the importance of student organizations as a way to build community and serves to educate students on philanthropy.

Oct 5, 2023


New students hear advice, encouragement from Convocation speakers

Speakers at the Fall Convocation ceremony August 23 offered advice and encouragement to students who represent the largest and most diverse class in Grand Valley's history.

Aug 24, 2023


First-year head coach Scott Wooster ready to lead Grand Valley football

The Lakers are ranked as the preseason's No. 2 team in the nation and looking to repeat as GLIAC champions. This season's home games will reach a wider audience, thanks to a broadcasting agreement with Spanish station La Poderosa 93.3 FM.

Aug 7, 2023


Engineering team uses interdisciplinary approach to create award-winning African spear

Team earned honors in the collegiate competition that is similar to TV's 'Forged in Fire.'

May 8, 2023


Seidman student team takes top award at ACG Cup

"Penny Wise" team from IPO student organization took home $8,000 in largest competition of its kind in North America.

Feb 27, 2023


Vigil planned to support Syria and Turkey earthquake relief efforts

Campus invited to Cook Carillon to remember the lost, support survivors at 1 p.m. Wednesday

Feb 10, 2023


Campus Life Night will feature 300+ opportunities for students to connect

With 400 groups and clubs on campus, including one dedicated to Taylor Swift, there's something for every student.

Jan 11, 2023


Teaching Lodge on campus provides space for Native students

Students, faculty and alumni worked collaboratively with community members to build a traditional Native teaching lodge on Grand Valley's campus, the first lodge built on public university land in Michigan.

Aug 8, 2022


Relay for Life returns to in-person event on campus

For the first time since 2019, students, supporters and cancer survivors gathered in-person to participate in the Relay for Life, enjoy the festivities and fundraise for the American Cancer Society.

Apr 1, 2022