News from Grand Valley State University

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

GVSU celebrates innovation, research at Student Scholars Day

For nearly 30 years, Student Scholars Day has provided students opportunities to collaborate with faculty mentors, expand their academic interests and contribute to the advancement of their field of study.

Apr 9, 2025


Adrienne Wallace receives Michigan Distinguished Professor of the Year Award

The awards are presented annually by the Michigan Association of State Universities to recognize outstanding contributions to the education of undergraduate students exhibited by university faculty.

Apr 8, 2025



Campus celebrates life of Curtis Jones, trailblazer and lifelong Laker

Jones, professor emeritus of sociology, joined Grand Valley's faculty in 1967.

Mar 31, 2025



New endowed professorship established to help students experience 'the artistic and intellectual power of painting'

The Duisterhof Endowed Professorship in Visual and Media Arts will begin in the fall.

Feb 26, 2025


GVSU in photos: Laker performing artists explore fragility in special Meijer Gardens presentation

Performers from Grand Valley's Dance and Theater Departments presented "FRAGILE," Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

Feb 24, 2025


Theater and dance students will perform at Meijer Gardens

Admission for GVSU students who want to attend Saturday's performance is free.

Feb 20, 2025


Faculty will be recognized for outstanding teaching, scholarship, service at ceremony

The 18th annual Faculty Awards Convocation is February 18 at the DeVos Center, Loosemore Auditorium.

Feb 10, 2025