Veterans
GVSU veterans accelerator program receives $250,000 grant from Michigan Veterans Trust Fund to expand program statewide
The Michigan Veteran Entrepreneur-Lab at GVSU that provides startup education and support for veteran entrepreneurs will expand statewide thanks to a grant from the Michigan Veterans Trust Fund.
May 26, 2021
Veterans receive COVID-19 vaccine at clinic held on Pew Grand Rapids Campus
Veterans, as well as spouses and caregivers of veterans, had the opportunity to receive a COVID-19 vaccine April 30 on the Pew Grand Rapids Campus.
Apr 30, 2021
No return to normal: Panelists say education needs to better serve students when COVID-19 is over
Panelists at a virtual event who discussed the impact of COVID-19 on education agreed that when pandemic mitigation strategies are lifted a "return to normal" will not be the best-case scenario for many K-12 or college students.
Mar 5, 2021
GVSU student vets participate in national conference, Mantella recognized as champion for veterans in higher ed
GVSU student veterans represented the university at the 13th annual Student Veterans of America National Conference held virtually February 19 and 20.
Feb 22, 2021
GVSU announces The Peter Secchia Military and Veterans Program
Active-duty military and veterans will receive enhanced support to pursue their educational goals, thanks to a significant gift from the family of the late former ambassador to Italy, Peter F. Secchia.
Jan 31, 2021
Mantella announces GVSU Veteran Promise: Guaranteed admission for enlisted 2021 Michigan high school graduates
Mantella said the GVSU Veteran Promise is another way to build on Grand Valley's historical commitment to veterans.
Nov 11, 2020
Student veterans receive support while navigating COVID-19, honor President Mantella
Cameron Zbikowski said he chose Grand Valley because of its affordability and excellent reputation for supporting military students. He said he is especially grateful to be a Laker in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sep 18, 2020
GVSU named a Top Midwest University, Best Value, Most Innovative by U.S. News & World Report
Grand Valley State University has again been named a top university in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report. In the "2021 Best Colleges" rankings, Grand Valley is ranked third overall for Top Public Regional Universities in the Midwest and eighth for Most Innovative Schools in the Midwest.
Sep 14, 2020
GVSU names first military and veteran resource manager
Jill Wolfe has been selected to serve as Grand Valley's first Military and Veteran Resource manager. The new position was originally announced by President Philomena V. Mantella at the November 2019 Veterans Day Breakfast with the goal of providing additional support to military-connected students and dependents while expanding Grand Valley's visibility, partnerships and pipelines within the community.
Jul 7, 2020
GVSU receives gold-level status from veterans group for fifth consecutive year
Grand Valley was again named a Gold-level Veteran-Friendly School for the 2019-2020 academic year by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. Gold is the highest level awarded.
May 5, 2020
