University Development
3,200 students participate in commencement
The afternoon ceremony on Saturday, April 27, was the final commencement for retiring President Thomas J. Haas. Haas and his wife, Marcia Haas, and their family led the recessional out of the arena to shouts of "T-Haas" from graduates and audience members, and Louis Armstrong's "What a Wonderful World." Haas will retire on June 30.
Apr 29, 2019
Brian Kelly, DeVoses among GVSU commencement speakers
Prominent community philanthropists, a football coach and a lifelong educator will give commencement addresses at Grand Valley's three ceremonies April 26-27 at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids.
Apr 22, 2019
Students receive 'waves of good wishes' during final exams
About 1,000 "waves of wishes" are displayed on the library windows, wishing students good luck during finals week.
Apr 22, 2019
City of Walker declares April 22 as Thomas J. Haas Day
Walker city leaders are declaring April 22, 2019 as Thomas J. Haas Day; a formal ceremony will take place during the April 22 Walker City Commission meeting beginning at 7 p.m. at 4243 Remembrance Road NW in Walker.
Apr 19, 2019
DTE president says learn 'soft skills' of business early
Gerry Anderson, president and CEO of DTE Energy, stressed the importance of soft skills during a presentation as part of the Peter F. Secchia Breakfast lecture April 17 in the Eberhard Center.
Apr 17, 2019
Lynn "Chick" Blue honored for career dedicated to students, university
Lynn "Chick" Blue, '86, vice president for Enrollment Development, was honored for a legacy of mentoring students and her support for the university.
Apr 9, 2019
Naming ceremony for Blue Connection to be held April 9
Lynn "Chick" Blue, '86, vice president for Enrollment Development, will be honored for her longtime dedication to students and support for Grand Valley during a naming ceremony for the Lynn M. Blue Connection on the Allendale Campus.
Apr 4, 2019
Sustainability Champions recognized
Nearly 50 students, faculty and staff, and community members were recognized as Sustainability Champions during the 11th annual awards luncheon March 22 in the Kirkhof Center.
Mar 25, 2019
Hundreds expected to volunteer during COW
Hundreds of Lakers are expected to participate in the 10th annual Community Outreach Week, set for March 23-30.
Mar 14, 2019
New scholarship honors retired professor
Grand Valley alumni, faculty and friends established the Bennet L. Rudolph Endowed Marketing Scholarship to honor the retired professor of marketing.
Feb 28, 2019
