University Development
GVSU joins West Michigan to mourn death of Peter Secchia
Leaders at Grand Valley and in West Michigan are mourning the death of philanthropist Peter Secchia, who died October 21 at his home. He was 83.
Oct 21, 2020
Faculty, staff set 'gold standard' for university giving
Nearly 51 percent of employees have contributed to the Faculty/Staff Campaign, raising $806,404 for the 2019-2020 academic year.
Jul 16, 2020
GVSU joins West Michigan in mourning death of Seymour Padnos, engineering and science leader
Seymour K. Padnos, one of Grand Valley's top supporters and chair of Padnos Iron and Metal Company, died July 9. He was 99.
Jul 9, 2020
Construction on DeVos Center for Interprofessional Health to be completed on schedule
Due to COVID-19, contractors and subcontractors working on campus construction and renovation projects could not perform work for six to eight weeks, but a major project is scheduled to open on time.
Jun 19, 2020
GVSU names new chief digital officer
Grand Valley President Philomena V. Mantella has announced the selection of Milos Topic, Ph.D., as vice president and chief digital officer.
Jun 10, 2020
Laker Effect campaign raises record $130M for scholarships, student support, academic programs and facilities
Grand Valley leaders announced a record conclusion to the Laker Effect campaign, which raised $130 million for students, the most successful campaign in the university's history.
Jun 3, 2020
Mantella: Community partnerships crucial as GVSU focuses on sustaining learning experiences for students
Community members were invited to hear about Grand Valley's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 12, 2020
GVSU leaders pledge supported, flexible learning experience for admitted students during virtual town hall
More than 1,200 new Lakers and their supporters participated.
May 6, 2020
GVSU plans for face-to-face learning this fall, says President Mantella in town hall meeting
Nearly 1,200 new Lakers and their parents attended a virtual Laker town hall meeting May 1 to learn how Grand Valley is preparing for the fall 2020 semester.
May 1, 2020
Special video, photo tribute created to thank GVSU essential workers
Grand Valley's critical employees continue to keep campus moving forward through the COVID-19 pandemic. While most faculty and staff members are working from home, a core team of critical employees from various departments remains on campus.
Apr 30, 2020
