University Development

Photos: Raleigh J. Finkelstein Hall is open for classes

Finkelstein Hall includes four classrooms, 16 teaching laboratories, a computer lab and 100 faculty and staff offices.

May 10, 2018


GVSU best in Michigan, Top 25 nationally among Gilman Fellowship-producing institutions for 2016-17

Grand Valley State University students earned more nationally-competitive Gilman Fellowships for the 2016-17 academic year than any other college or university in Michigan, and ranked in the top 25 Gilman Fellowships-producing schools in the nation.

May 8, 2018


PIC announces scholarship recipients

Eight students received scholarships to help fund their study abroad experiences.

May 8, 2018


GVSU reports regional impact of $849 million

The economic impact report covers Kent, Ottawa and Muskegon counties and used 2016-2017 data. Grand Valley employs more than 3,600 people and enrolls more than 25,000 students who spend money and pay taxes in the region.

Apr 27, 2018


Longtime university supporter helps Grand Valley students succeed

Grand Valley students now have an even greater opportunity to stay and succeed, thanks to a generous gift from community philanthropist Beatrice "Bea" Idema.

Apr 25, 2018


65 twins, multiples celebrate family

Twins, triplets and a set of quadruplets celebrated family during Twin+ Day at Grand Valley State University on April 15.

Apr 17, 2018


Detroit couple increases scholarships to working families, Grand Valley students

Hundreds of students at Grand Valley State University will get a financial boost thanks to the generosity of a Detroit area couple and their foundation. Bob and Ellen Thompson are increasing their investment in student success by expanding the Thompson Working Family Scholarship Program.

Apr 17, 2018


Students, faculty, staff share attributes they want in next president

Members of the Presidential Search Advisory Committee heard from students, faculty, staff members and alumni during two listening sessions held April 12 and 13 on the Allendale and Pew Grand Rapids campuses.

Apr 13, 2018


President Haas featured as guest on Michigan Matters

President Thomas J. Haas, along with Ora Pescovitz, president of Oakland University, and James Smith, president of Eastern Michigan University, will be featured on the April 8 edition of Michigan Matters.

Apr 6, 2018


Dean of students candidate shares ideas on overcoming barriers to student success

A candidate for the vice provost and dean of students position said collaboration, high-impact programs and services, and utilizing planning and assessment to make good decisions are all ways to remove barriers to student success.

Apr 5, 2018