Community Engagement
Blue Dot to propel GVSU, Grand Rapids as tech hub
A showcase of cutting-edge tech, computing and engineering projects by faculty and students headlined GVSU's Tech Week GR event, "The Blue Dot Experience."
Sep 19, 2024
Tech Week GR: 'Show Her the Money' screening tells the story of women entrepreneurs
The screening was followed by a panel discussion with President Mantella and other female business leaders.
Sep 18, 2024
Tech leaders unveil AI innovations at GVSU's Tech Week event
Some of Grand Rapids' most innovative tech executives, CEOs and entrepreneurs gave a glimpse into their cutting-edge projects that are shaping the future of the region's tech industry.
Sep 18, 2024
Many GVSU connections thread throughout ArtPrize
The influence of Grand Valley is threaded throughout ArtPrize, with students and faculty sharing their work with the community.
Sep 13, 2024
Tech Week GR to showcase Grand Valley faculty, programs
Grand Valley, the Padnos College of Engineering and the College of Computing will highlight their innovative programs and faculty during the third Tech Week GR from September 16-21 in downtown Grand Rapids.
Sep 10, 2024
Data shows GVSU No. 1 in nation at retaining graduates in state
Research by the Upjohn Institute shows that nearly five GVSU graduates remain in the state for every $100,000 in state funds — the best return on investment of any university in the nation.
Aug 26, 2024
Muskegon Innovation Hub's grant program provides funding for businesses
A grant program managed by the Muskegon Innovation Hub will help West Michigan entrepreneurs and small business owners who are still reeling from the pandemic.
Aug 15, 2024
Omni from GVSU expands with programming from Starr Commonwealth
Omni from GVSU is continuing its mission to help Michiganders further their careers by expanding course offerings and training in trauma-informed care through a partnership with Starr Commonwealth.
Aug 12, 2024
Senior Project Day: Engineering students collaborate with industry to solve real-world problems
Supported by approximately $250,000 in industry partnerships, engineering seniors presented their projects totaling 36,000 hours of collaborative work at the Engineering Design Conference.
Aug 6, 2024
GVSU in Photos, July 2024: Chalk talk, reimagined learning and a protective web
See the images that caught our eye in the last month.
Aug 1, 2024